Crazy Horse Campground

The Great Outdoors

One of the closest state parks to visit when you book an RV in Green County is New Glarus Woods State Park. This park covers over 400 acres of woodland along the Sugar River. Hikers will feel at home here thanks to over eight miles of trails featuring interpretive panels where you can learn about wildlife and the forest's ecosystem. There's also access to the 24-mile-long Sugar River State Trail which runs along the river. This trail is ideal for cyclists due to the smooth and well-managed condition of the trail. If you're visiting during the winter, grab your skis and enjoy some cross-country skiing on the various trails.Brodhead campers should take advantage of the many lakes in the region. Lake Kegonsa State Park contains the 3,000-acre Lake Kegonsa, which is a popular spot for a plethora of watersports. Lake Kegonsa features sandy beaches which are ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Fishing, kayaking, and canoeing are also popular. If you're looking to explore the surrounding area, there are over five miles of trails leading along the lake and through prairies and woodlands. Pets aren't allowed on the beaches; however, they are allowed on the trails, and there's a designated swimming point where you can splash around with your pup.If you're looking for scenic vistas from high up in the mountains during your campervan rental trip, consider stopping at Blue Mound State Park. This state park is located on top of the highest point in southern Wisconsin. As a result, Blue Mound is a popular hiking destination with over 20 miles of hiking, biking, and skiing trails. The best way to get a panoramic view of the area is by going to one of the observation towers near the picnic tables. These 40-foot-high towers even have landmark locators, so you locate nearby cities. If you're visiting during the winter, make sure you bring your sled and enjoy the many sledding hills in the park.

Exploring the City

Brodhead is a small city with a few local museums and restaurants. If you're looking to visit a bigger city, you have a few options, including Wisconsin's capital, Madison. Madison has some great historical sites, including the Wisconsin State Capitol. This stunning building was built in the early 1900s and was modeled after the Doge's Palace in Venice. Some of the highlights include the 200-foot dome roof and 26 paintings by Hugo Ballin displayed in the Governors' conference room. Guided tours are available, and this is one of the best ways to learn about Wisconsin's political history.Crazy Horse Campground campers who want to see some exotic wildlife should visit Henry Vilas Zoo. This zoo is a great place to spend the day while renting a camper near Madison. This zoo is focused on conservation and has many endangered species, including African penguins, Amur tigers, and critically endangered Bornean orangutans.Madison contains some strange attractions, including the National Mustard Museum. Brodhead campers will have lots of fun at this wacky yet intriguing museum. The museum was founded by Barry Levenson in the 1980s, who decided to collect mustard during a dejected trip to the supermarket after the loss of his favorite baseball team. This museum has come a long way and now contains over 6,000 mustard types from every state and over 70 different countries. The museum also has a shop, so make sure to stop and grab some mustard as a souvenir.