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Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh
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Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh

๐Ÿ“ Horicon, WI
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About Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh

Playful Goose Campground sits on 156 acres along the Rock River in Horicon, Wisconsin, 60 miles northwest of Milwaukee. The property operates as a wildlife sanctuary.

Playful Goose Campground borders the 33,000-acre Horicon Marsh. The marsh hosts hundreds of thousands of Canadian geese during spring and fall migrations. The property operates as a wildlife sanctuary with over 60 deer and 40 wild turkeys.

Three hiking trails cross the property: Indian Trail, Ridge Trail, and Shady Oaks Trail. The Rock River provides fishing from a pier and canoeing with rented watercraft. The Wild Goose State Trail offers 34 miles of paved bicycle trails through Dodge County.

Family activities include two playgrounds, shuffleboard, horseshoes, and volleyball. The campground maintains quiet hours for a peaceful environment. Every site offers riverfront or marsh views without organized entertainment.

What Amenities Does Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh Offer?

The Playful Goose Campground offers an indoor heated swimming pool, complete game room, two playgrounds, and boat rentals including paddle boats, kayaks, rowboats, canoes, and SUP boards. The campground provides shuffleboard, horseshoes, and volleyball courts.

Where Is Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh Located?

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Horicon, Wisconsin
2001 Main St
๐Ÿ“ Address2001 Main St, Horicon, WI 53032-1904
๐Ÿ“ž Phone9204854744
๐ŸŒ WebsiteVisit Official Site
๐Ÿš— The Playful Goose Campground is located at 2001 Main Street in Horicon, Wisconsin, approximately 60 miles northwest of Milwaukee. The property sits directly on the Rock River with frontage along the Horicon Marsh wildlife area.

What Attractions Are Near Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh?

The Horicon Marsh, a 33,000-acre wetland, borders the campground and hosts hundreds of thousands of migratory birds. The Wild Goose State Trail provides 34 miles of paved bicycle trails through Dodge County. Downtown Horicon offers restaurants and shopping 2 miles from the campground.

What Activities Are Available at Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh?

On-site recreation includes fishing from the Rock River pier and nature pond, hiking on three trails (Indian Trail, Ridge Trail, Shady Oaks Trail), and boating with rented watercraft. The Wild Goose State Trail bicycle path runs 3 miles west of the campground.

What Is the Atmosphere Like at Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh?

This family-owned campground emphasizes quiet, nature-focused camping without organized entertainment or waterpark features. The environment caters to families seeking wildlife observation and outdoor activities together. The campground enforces quiet hours to maintain tranquility.

Are Pets Allowed at Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh?

The Playful Goose Campground is pet-friendly. Pets must be leashed and owners must clean up after them. The campground does not specify breed restrictions or pet limits in the available information.

Frequently Asked Questions About Playful Goose Of Horicon Marsh

What wildlife can I see at Playful Goose Campground?

The campground hosts over 60 deer, 40 wild turkeys, and thousands of birds including Canadian geese, herons, egrets, and bald eagles. The adjacent Horicon Marsh attracts hundreds of thousands of migratory geese each spring and fall.

Does Playful Goose Campground have a swimming pool?

Yes, the campground features a large indoor heated swimming pool open daily from May 22 through September 7, then weekends only through October 1. Pool hours coincide with office operating hours.

What watercraft are available for rent?

The campground rents paddle boats, kayaks, rowboats, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. All rentals are available during office hours only.

Are pets allowed at Playful Goose Campground?

Yes, the campground is pet-friendly. Pets must remain leashed and owners must clean up after them. Specific breed restrictions and pet limits are not published.

What hiking trails are near the campground?

Three hiking trails traverse the property: Indian Trail, Ridge Trail, and Shady Oaks Trail. The Wild Goose State Trail, a paved bicycle path, runs 3 miles west of the campground.

How far is Playful Goose Campground from Milwaukee?

The campground is located 60 miles northwest of Milwaukee, approximately a 75-minute drive via Highway 33 and I-41.