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Painted Turtle Campsite

Hosted by Steve · Twin Lakes, Wisconsin

6 guests max

100%

7 reviews

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

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Waterfront Tent Site on Lake Mary’s Channel Pitch your tent and launch your kayak just steps from your site. Enjoy a private, peaceful camping experience with direct water access. Whether you’re hanging a hammock between the trees or gathering around the campfire, this site serves as your personal gateway to the beautiful Twin Lakes. The Waterfront & Access • Paddle-In Paradise: Launch your kayaks directly from the campsite. It’s a scenic, easy 850-foot paddle through the shallow channel out to the crystal-clear waters of Lake Mary. • Explore Two Lakes: Another, much shorter channel connects Lake Mary to Lake Elizabeth—perfect for low-profile watercraft to glide under the footbridges and explore both lakes in one trip. • Pristine Water: Lake Mary is known for its incredible clarity and lack of seaweed/algae, making it a dream for paddlers. • Complimentary firewood for your campfires, all I ask is that you please be respectful of how much you use because I want to offer this amenity to all guests this summer! Local Fun at Lance Park (2-Min Drive / 15-Min Walk) A safe sidewalk or quiet neighborhood stroll leads you to Lance Park, which offers: • Swimming: A wonderful public beach with great water quality. • Entertainment: Catch the famous “AquaNut” Water Show every Wednesday and Saturday night during the summer! • Convenience: Lance Park’s bathrooms are open from 7am to 10pm, 24/7 access to a clean, handicap-accessible porta potty facility porta potty, with ample parking. The Twin Lakes Lifestyle Experience the charm of a classic lake town. The site is just minutes away from: • Downtown Twin Lakes: A cute Main Street with local shops and energy. • Dining: Several popular restaurant-bars are located right on the shores of Lake Mary and Lake Elizabeth. Note: The channel is too shallow to launch large, power boats, and it is too shallow for swimming directly at the campsite. The public beach at Lance Park is your go-to spot for a dip!Relaxed Lake Channel Camping: Level Ground & Easy Kayak Launching A curated, comfortable space for up to 6 adults (two medium-sized tents) to unplug and explore the Twin Lakes. We’ve done the heavy lifting, so you don’t have to. Our site is thoughtfully prepared to ensure your stay is as smooth as the water on Lake Mary. The Campsite Comforts • Level & Cleared: Forget sleeping on rocks or roots. We’ve carefully leveled and raked the site to create a soft, stump-free surface for your tents. • Hammock Ready: Plenty of space to string up a couple of hammocks and enjoy the day. • The Campfire Experience: We encourage campfires! To get you started, we provide complimentary firewood—perfect for s’mores, campfire cooking, and evening storytelling. Waterfront & Adventure • Direct Launch: Launch your kayaks right from the property for a short, scenic turtle and bird watching paddle into the crystal-clear waters of Lake Mary. • The Best of Lake Mary: Spend your days at the nearby public beach, which features a pristine swimming area and a public boat launch. • Evening Entertainment: Don’t miss the exciting "AquaNut" Water Ski Shows every Wednesday and Saturday night! • Campsite Fishing: fish right from your site, the shallow channel is rich with large fish that can be seen all day Facilities & Convenience • Daytime (7 AM – 10 PM): Access to clean, well-lit public restrooms at the beach. • After Hours: A large, wheelchair-accessible porta-potty is available 24/7 at the park for your convenience.

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Relaxed Lake Channel Camping: Level Ground & Easy Kayak Launching A curated, comfortable space for up to 6 adults (two medium-sized tents) to unplug and explore the Twin Lakes. We’ve done the heavy lifting, so you don’t have to. Our site is thoughtfully prepared to ensure your stay is as smooth as the water on Lake Mary. The Campsite Comforts • Level & Cleared: Forget sleeping on rocks or roots. We’ve carefully leveled and raked the site to create a soft, stump-free surface for your tents. • Hammock Ready: Plenty of space to string up a couple of hammocks and enjoy the day. • The Campfire Experience: We encourage campfires! To get you started, we provide complimentary firewood—perfect for s’mores, campfire cooking, and evening storytelling. Waterfront & Adventure • Direct Launch: Launch your kayaks right from the property for a short, scenic turtle and bird watching paddle into the crystal-clear waters of Lake Mary. • The Best of Lake Mary: Spend your days at the nearby public beach, which features a pristine swimming area and a public boat launch. • Evening Entertainment: Don’t miss the exciting "AquaNut" Water Ski Shows every Wednesday and Saturday night! • Campsite Fishing: fish right from your site, the shallow channel is rich with large fish that can be seen all day Facilities & Convenience • Daytime (7 AM – 10 PM): Access to clean, well-lit public restrooms at the beach. • After Hours: A large, wheelchair-accessible porta-potty is available 24/7 at the park for your convenience.

Campfires allowed

No toilet

No potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

No picnic table

Reviews

100% Recommend7 ratings · 7 reviews

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· March 2026

Tent ·

Painted Turtle Campsite

Very quiet. Lake is very close by for activities. Stores are also close by for last minute runs. Overall great campsite

Justin R.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

Beautiful quiet spot!

Tent ·

Painted Turtle Campsite

Steve’s campsite was a lovely quiet spot that was private enough that we felt comfortable sleeping in the tent without the cover up. It was really peaceful and the trees covering the spot made it very secluded despite being in a neighborhood! Steve was very responsive and attentive as a host. 11/10 would stay there again!

Malaika C.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2025

Tent · With kids ·

Painted Turtle Campsite

My family and I had an awesome time camping at Steve’s thoughtfully laid out campground. The ground was soft and level so the tents were super comfy. Lots of seating on stumps surrounding a clean fire pit. Watching the moon reflect on the water was magical!

Megan R.

2 reviews

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· September 2025

Camping with Dogs

Tent ·

Painted Turtle Campsite

This spot is perfect for a one tent camp. You could tell the owner put a lot of work into this spot. The two dogs we brought did really well off leash and loved diving off the docks at Lake Mary. Check out Cup of Joe in town for good coffee. Make sure to bring your kayaks ( we did not ) as the little creek does take you straight to the lake. Lastly this spot is hidden within a neighborhood just as an fyi, but I definitely think it’s worth trying out.

Yasmine G.

8 months on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Tent ·

Painted Turtle Campsite

Such a great spot! Beautiful and easy to get to !

Kate R.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· July 2025

Nice small camp site

Tent · With pets ·

Painted Turtle Campsite

The site is exactly as advertised. Due to storms i wasnt able to check out lake mary sadly but im sure having a direct channel into the lake would have been nice. The camp site is small and very close to 2 back yards from neighbors so unfortunately you have to be pretty quiet. You also may have trouble pitching a very large tent due to the small size of the site. Overall a good place to camp thanks for the experience 👍

Jordan C.

11 months on Hipcamp

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· June 2025

Dog friendly camping retreat

Tent ·

Painted Turtle Campsite

Great spot to camp. Firewood provided!! Would definitely recommend it.

Taylor O.

1 year on Hipcamp

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Twin Lakes, Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Steve B.

Joined in June 2025

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