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Welcome to Lantern DeForest RV Resort, in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Take a look at what's Waiting For You

Spacious RV sites, clean facilities, pet access, free Wi-Fi, shaded areas, family comforts, and easy hookups make camping hassle-free.

Propane Available

Quick, reliable propane refills available right onsite.

Campground Store

Stocked with snacks, drinks, gear, and camping essentials.

Swimming Pool

Cool off in the pool and relax all summer.

Free WiFi

Stay connected with reliable internet.

Laundry Facilities

Clean machines keep clothes fresh anytime.

30/50 Amp Hookups

Easy connections for water, sewer, electricity.

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Local Adventures That'll Make You Want To Stay

Outdoor trails, nearby lakes, local dining, and family attractions make every day at Lantern DeForest RV Resort something to look forward to.
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State Street Dining District

Lively pedestrian corridor with dozens of local restaurants, bars, cafes, and late-night bites near campus.

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Culture

Chazen Museum of Art

Art museum of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, featuring a permanent collection of over 20,000 works of art.

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Henry Vilas Zoo

Admission-free accredited zoo with giraffe feedings, education programs, and family exhibits near scenic Vilas Park.

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Lake Monona Bike Loop

Paved 13-mile loop around Lake Monona with skyline views, parks, beaches, and signed wayfinding throughout.

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Trails, lakes, gardens, and parks make every Madison adventure unforgettable.
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750+ Reviews and counting

Guests rave about our clean sites, friendly service, and unforgettable Madison camping experiences enjoyed by families everywhere.
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Tim “Timbo” Nags

Our site was very nice and spacious. The ladies checking us in were very nice. The campground is a nice setup and we will stay again. I hope they continue to keep updating the grounds as this could be a great property.

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Tami White

Conveniently located off the interstate. Many pull through sites with full service. Many big rigs here. Clean and located close to Madison.

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Sherry Ryan

I want to thank the staff for their kindness helping my husband and myself through a situation. The park is easily laid out for access. The pool looks great and the restrooms were clean. The park is close to many restaurants you could walk to. I would recommend this park for anyone needing a clean, quiet park.

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Rob Tosatto

We’ve been full-timing for 8 years, and this was one of the best layouts for a campground that we’ve seen. Super easy to pull in and out.

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Perri Johansen

The campground is a great location. the site are well spaced, grass, pads, gravel, hook ups. the bath/showers are clean, nice and not crowded. we used the laundry, again clean, plenty of units that were also new and clean . We would definitely stay again

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Kneecoal Whyis

Great playground. Spacious pet park. Amazing bathrooms with great showers. Beautiful spot. Great location next to so many points of business.

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Jim Modrak

WiFi worked well consistently (not a given at most campgrounds).

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Jennifer Johnson

Clean campground, great location by Cheese Chalet and a variety of restaurants. There’s a playground and nice grassy area. They have 4 working washing machines and large dryers. The staff is friendly! They let you get your Amazon packages delivered here! We would stay here again!

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Jeffrey Hiss

Nice pull-through full hookup sites. Limited office/store hours and the pool is fairly small. Good location right off the highway 15-20 minutes north of downtown Madison.

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Jeffery Leathem

People was very friendly and helpful easy to find and very clean. Cheese store not very far from there easy walk.

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Ian Eales

Nice park with good solid level gravel pads. A bit cramped in some areas. Plenty of freeway noise outdoors. Super staff!

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Heidi Weiland

Great last minute place to spend the night or even longer. We tend to travel by the seat of our pants and don’t always make reservations a long ways out. We knew we wanted to land near Madison, WI and this one came up as an option. In spite of a couple of negative reviews, there were more positive ones. No the facility isn’t super fancy and the store doesn’t have a lot of options.. But it is well cared for and clean. We didn’t want to unhitch from our truck and the site was level enough that we didn’t have to. The restrooms were very clean and the showers have great water pressure and enough hot water. We would definitely stay here again, especially if we were coming back to explore Madison. Major plus – easy on and off the interstate

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Gunter Huhn

Sites are pretty close together but the park is still remarkably quiet.

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Debra Randall

Staff was friendly and helpful. Sites were clean and convenient. The location was easily accessible from I-90. There was a quiet atmosphere that made for a pleasant stay. The only negative for us was that the sites seemed closely grouped.

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Deb Hodnefield

Was there for BMX races, so location was perfect for that. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Bathrooms were not that clean, but no need to use them with full hookups. They also had games, videos, picnic area for use, but at the races so need to utilize. It is close to the Interstate so a little bit noisy.

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Cheryl Feucht

The grounds are clean and quiet. The sites are close. We have a 37’ 5th and the pull thru site was just large enough for the camper. The truck had to be maneuvered to sit the width of the site to get it off the narrow roadway. It was nice for an overnight stay.

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Charles Siegler

The cabin was beautiful and comfortable. The staff was friendly and felt very inviting. They were also grateful for any help we did before we left. Location could be better as it’s close to the main roads and there isn’t much dividing you from the city. Overall I would recommend this to all.

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Carole Allen

Clean, well maintained campground. Friendly and helpful staff. We only stayed one night so didn’t visit the restroom or shower facilities.

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Becky Ryczek

This is a great, quiet campground to stay at when you’ll be traveling back and forth from Madison. Easy pull-through sites, simple check-in, and very close to Madison.

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Ahna Mikunda

We have family that lives in the Madison area, so this was an awesome place to pull our camper and have our own space! We have two German shepherds, so our camper is much better for us than a hotel room. Not a place I’d go and spend the day at, but great location to park and stay! Bathrooms/showers were SUPER CLEAN! (We came Easter Weekend, so it was really quiet but the spots seem nice even if it’s busy) We definitely will be staying here many more times!

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Campsite Options For Everyone

Choose from cabins, tent sites, or full hookup spaces. We provide comfort, convenience, and flexibility for every style of camper.

RV Sites

Spacious RV sites with full hookups, shaded spots, level pads, and quick access to resort amenities.
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Cabins

Cozy cabins offer comfort and privacy with beds, climate control, and nearby access to resort facilities.
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Tent Camping

Shaded tent sites provide fire rings, picnic tables, and easy access to restrooms, showers, and trails.
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