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Picturesque Watertown, Wisconsin sits in between Madison, Rockford, IL, and Milwaukee, and offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and small-town charm. The first settler in this town was back in 1836, by Timothy Johnson, and today you can find a park on the west side of the city that is named in his honor.

The Rock River flows through the center of town before making its way to the Mississippi River, and offers countless recreational opportunities. Surrounding the area is a high density of drumlins, which are long hills formed by glaciers, and these help add to the dramatic area of Watertown. With interesting historical building such as a the Octagon House and First Kindergarten, as well as plenty of shopping and dining opportunities, it is no wonder so many people are eager to book an RV rental in Jefferson County.

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The Great Outdoors

Watertown is certainly not short of parks, with the park system made up of 22 parks covering more than 300 acres collectively. Riverside Park is one of the most heavily used and scenic parks, laid out along the banks of the beautiful Rock River, and it is here that the weekly Farmers’ Market is held on a Tuesday. The park also has an Aquatics Center, tennis courts, open picnic areas, pavilions, volleyball courts, and a softball, and baseball complex. Another riverside park is the Rock River Walkway, which follows the river to Amin Street Bridge, littered with benches, it is the perfect spot for a walk along the river before retiring back to your Watertown RV rental.

One of the bigger parks is the Brandt-Quirk Park, covering 167 acres, which has a 3.75-mile trail system which is enjoyed by hikers throughout the year. This park is also popular with those that have rented travel trailer from Watertown in the winter months when people use it for cross-country skiing. One of the most unique parks is Tivoli Island, which is a small island covering just four acres and has been restored to a natural prairie state. Wood chip hiking trails wind their way around the area, and it is a good spot for fishing and bird watching. You can reach the park by crossing a bow-span bridge that connects it to the mainland.

Many people who rent a travel trailer rental from Watertown will attempt the 320 mile Rock River National Water Trail, with an award for those that complete the who trial, be it hiking, biking, driving or paddling. Winding through urban waterfronts to wilderness and forests, it is of naturally significant for its diversity and landscape, cultural and historical experience and ease of access. Overall there are 155 access sites, with many individual trail segments if you were looking for a shorter walk.

RV Parks

One of the closest RV parks to town is the River Bend RV Resort, a park with the aim of providing both premier camping facilities and family fun rolled into one. Offering both overnight and seasonal campsites, there is something for everyone This would make a great place to stay for a night or two in your camper rental from Watertown WI. In addition to camping facilities, River Bend also has an 18 hole mini golf course, a nine-hole frisbee golf course, swimming pool, and even a water park.

Heading north, you’ll find The Playful Goose Campground, which is a good option for those looking for a quiet place to set up camp for the night. The camp spans a large 165 acres right in the banks of Rock River and is also near the Horicon Marsh. The marsh is home to the famous population of thousands of Canada Geese in both spring and fall, and are a must-see on any visit to the campground. There is an indoor swimming pool and small pond to enjoy, as well as a games room, fishing facilities canoe rides. Many campers who arrive here in there luxury motorhome rental from Watertown, are amazed to see so many animals up close in the park, with over 60 deer, 40 turkeys and thousands of birds calling the area their home.

Whistle Stop Campground is a place to stay with a bit of a difference, offering a one of a kind camping experience. Hop on a locomotive from the campground to the fun of Little Amerricka Amusement Park, which can be fun for all the family, or make use of the campground’s many amenities, which includes a swim lagoon, water toys, jumping pillow and more.

Exploring the City

For those that plan to spend a little time in town after picking up their RV rental in Watertown, a unique blend of shopping and dining awaits. Expect to find small independent stores selling their wares to huge national chains for your convenience. Historic Main Street is the place to head if you are looking for those one of a kind rental stores where you can pick up some great souvenirs, but also coffee shops, antiques, clothing, wine shops, book stores and much more.

When it comes to places to eat, there are many eateries located in the downtown area, again many of which are privately owned and many national chains. As well as American cuisine, there is also Mexican, Japanese, Greek, German and Italian to name just a few.

One of the best ways to learn about Watertown is to take a historical walking tour. There are many walking tours available that will take you through different parts of town. A few tours available include a historic brewery tour, Main Street walking tour, Richard Hill Historic district walking tour and many others. It is also well worth a visit to the Octagon House Museum, which has a unique eight-sided design which offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.

Is it the uniqueness of Wisconsin that you are seeking, consider a camper rental in Watertown. Enjoy the day at a museum, walk along the streets window shopping, and take in the beautiful landscape. Rent an RV in Watertown, WI and explore.

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