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Bonanza Camping Resort

Bonanza Camping Resort

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Central Dells location
Family activities and playground
Friendly helpful staff
Pattern of cramped sites and lack of
CTrustedCamp Grade
67reviews scored182 reviews trackedVisitor + RV Community
Best For
Families who want fast access to Dells attractions and appreciate on-site recreation and friendly staff support.
Avoid If
You want space and privacy—recurring concerns include cramped sites, cleanliness, and sewer odor issues noted in reviews.
RV Owner Intelligence

Sourced from 7 verified RV visitor reviews

Motor Home
Rig tip: Entrance road and interior turns are tight—rigs over 35 feet should confirm site details and use caution when arriving.
Multiple reviews describe high severity problems with restroom and shower cleanliness, such as overflowing toilets and missing basic supplies like hand soap and paper towels. These complaints point to inconsistent maintenance of bathhouse facilities. While a few guests note that some amenities like the pool appear clean, the frequency and seriousness of issues with bathrooms lower the score for this category.
Campers generally report advertised family amenities like the playground, pool, and mini golf are present and enjoyable, with positive experiences for children. However, reviews suggest several advertised features may not perform at their best, such as tight site layouts making some amenities less usable and Wi-Fi being unreliable or non-functional. Inconsistent provision of basic cabin supplies and occasional complaints about amenity cleanliness lead to a balanced assessment.
Reviews reveal a split in guest experiences with staff. Some describe staff as friendly and helpful, with maintenance issues resolved quickly. However, there is a documented pattern of high severity complaints regarding rudeness and poor interactions with management, including guests being ejected without clear justification. This mix of strong positives and severe negatives leads to a moderate score with notable concerns.
Guests report friction with booking accuracy and reservation policies, including unexpected charges and refund disputes that do not align with stated policies. There are also mentions of cabins missing basic supplies like soap and trash bags, which may not fully match site descriptions or expectations. While there are some positive booking experiences, recurring complaints around surprise fees and policy enforcement weigh heavily on this score.
Some campers praise the peaceful atmosphere and note the location is quieter than expected given its proximity to major attractions. However, reports of inconsistent quiet hour enforcement and problems with loud, disruptive neighbors during the night appear in several reviews. The campground typically maintains a pleasant environment, but occasional lapses in noise control limit the score.
Campers report a recurring pattern of difficulty with hookups, especially relating to sewer reliability and site levelness. Sewer backups and odors generated high severity complaints, alongside numerous mentions of unlevel sites that create challenges even for rigs with auto-level. Some sewer connections are described as basic holes rather than threaded fittings, adding to guest frustration—especially for larger RV owners.
The overall guest community rating is moderate, with a combined review score indicating consistent problems with certain aspects of the campground experience. While some guests enjoy the family-oriented amenities and location, notable issues with cleanliness, staff interactions, and hookup reliability weigh down broader satisfaction.
TrustedCamp Verified Rating  ·  Grade: C
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The CampRecord

A 5-year view of camper sentiment

What's driving the trend: Staff & owner interaction

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NOW2025–26

Based on Google Reviews · May 2021 - May 2026 · 182 reviews

The volatility label hides a real recovery story. After a sharp dip in overall sentiment during the fourth year—when 27 reviewers at Bonanza Camping Resort reported the lowest satisfaction in the five-year window—the most recent 34 reviews show a marked upswing, especially around staff and owner interaction. That theme, which drew 10 negative mentions during the low point, has nearly vanished from recent complaints, with only 2 reviewers flagging it in the past year, both positively. Amenities have also regained their shine, with all 6 recent mentions landing on the positive side, a return to early-year form. While site quality feedback remains mixed, the dramatic turnaround in staff experience means that if you’re booking now, you’re catching Bonanza Camping Resort at its most welcoming in years.

The CampRecord is generated through analysis of public guest reviews spanning multiple years. Patterns described reflect themes observed in reviewer feedback over time and should be considered alongside other research when planning a stay.

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Before You Arrive

Site surface is gravel or asphalt.

Sites include both pull-through and back-in options.

Amperage not explicitly mentioned, but all sites noted as having power.

Full hookups (water, sewer, electric) reported.

Centrally located family-friendly campground with strong staff, uneven site quality, maintenance, and guest experience in decline amid rising prices.

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Bonanza Camping Resort
TrustedCamp Grade: C
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