RV rental Richard Bong State Recreation Area, WI: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
RV rental Richard Bong State Recreation Area, WI: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
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During the 1930s and 1940s, Richard Bong State Recreation Area in Wisconsin was an Airforce Base that went by a similar name, Richard Bong Airforce Base. Both the recreation area and Airforce Base were named for World War II aviator, Richard Ira Bong. He was one of the most decorated fighter pilots and a top flying ace during the war. After the Airforce Base was decommissioned, Wisconsin converted it into a state park in the 1950s. There are several road signs denoting the location of this park, and due to the name’s connection to marijuana, these signs are often stolen. The state of Wisconsin now makes and sells t-shirts and other souvenirs to offset the cost of replacing these signs.
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Getting Outdoors
Encompassing over 4,500 acres, Richard Bong State Recreation Area has plenty of room to spread out. When hikers seek solitude, there are over 16 miles of trails that wind and weave over rolling prairie. Though tree cover is sparse, there are strands along the pond should one want a respite from a humid summer day. Mountain bikers and horseback riders have an additional eight miles of trails to explore, though bikers are cautioned that they must yield to horseback riders and take care to not spook them.
Camping at Richard Bong State Recreation Area
Skip the long commute from a stale motel and rent an RV. RV camp surrounded by pristine nature. Listen to birdsong in the trees. The hum of crickets and other insects as they prepare for the evening. There are over 200 RV sites divided in between two of Richard Bong State Recreation Area RV campgrounds. Each campground has restrooms with toilets and hot showers, and for the offseason, there are vault toilets. There are 54 sites with electric hookups; those tend to book quickly. Reserve well in advance. There are also two dump stations should a guest require its use.
Exploring the Area
Though Milwaukee is just a hop, a skip, and a jump away, don’t overlook the small towns scattered across the countryside. They all have unique businesses, shops, and restaurants for an intrepid explorer to discover. A journey made easier by renting an Airstream. The Jelly Bean Center in Pleasant Prairie is a unique facility devoted to the art and science of making jelly beans. In addition to the train tour, which guides the riders through the process of making jelly beans, visitors can browse the dazzling, colorful store and sample unusual jelly bean flavors like pimento and chicken salad. There are also, of course, more conventional flavors like strawberry and lime.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
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- Richard Bong State Recreation Area, WIRichard Bong Recreation Area, WI
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Recent RV rental reviews in Richard Bong State Recreation Area
Heather S.
August, 2025
Host was amazing to work with. Communication was top notch and even checked in personally part way through our week rental. We had the trailer delivered and set up to a camp ground and could not have asked for a better experience in host or trailer. It had everything we needed and made our week extra special. We would highly recommend this host!!
Michael B.
August, 2025
So clean and so well equipped!! Owners were super accommodating and friendly. We had a wonderful trip and are already talking about next year’s trip.
Tom F.
August, 2025
I had a wonderful 7-day trip in the 2022 Mercedes Benz Sprinter across 2,300+ miles of historic Route 66. The drive spanned seven different states ranging from Illinois to New Mexico and I felt so at home in the Sprinter every mile of the way. Bogdan and his family were gracious hosts and he did a fantastic job of familiarizing me with the Sprinter before my trip began. Outdoorsy did a great job of delivering communications both before and during the trip and I felt so prepared and organized as a result. I could not be happier with how successful the trip was.
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