Campfire Evenings and Coin‑Op Comfort: 48E at White Mound Campground, Oshkosh

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Campfire Evenings and Coin‑Op Comfort: 48E at White Mound Campground, Oshkosh

A family-friendly campsite with fire rings, picnic tables, coin‑operated showers and laundry, playground and basketball court — this guide distills the practical details you need to plan a stay.

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Campfire Evenings and Coin‑Op Comfort: 48E at White Mound Campground, Oshkosh.

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Oshkosh
Operator
White Mound
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Hiking
Robert Eric Crews
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48E at White Mound is a straightforward, family-oriented campground in Oshkosh where each site includes a fire ring and picnic table and shared facilities include coin‑operated showers, washers and dryers, and pit toilets; a playground near the entrance and a basketball hoop in the center make it especially suited to groups with children.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

Simple, social sites with a fire ring and table
THE CAMPSITE

Simple, social sites with a fire ring and table

Every campsite at 48E is equipped with a fire ring and a picnic table, giving you the essentials for an evening around the fire and meals al fresco.

Coin‑op showers and on‑site laundry keep stays easy
THE AMENITIES

Coin‑op showers and on‑site laundry keep stays easy

The campground’s shower building includes coin‑operated showers and sinks and a washer and dryer; showers run on a timed fee and laundry machines cost per use, so plan to bring quarters or exact change.

Playground at the entrance and a central basketball hoop
THE FAMILY LAYOUT

Playground at the entrance and a central basketball hoop

Kids have a playground near the campground entrance, and a basketball hoop sits in the middle of the loop — small, low‑effort features that make the site a practical family getaway.

What the day feels like

What a stay at 48E feels like

Expect an uncomplicated campground rhythm: pull into a back‑in site (with hookups available for RVs), set up at a site with a picnic table and fire ring, and rely on central facilities — coin showers, a washer/dryer and pit toilets — while children play at the entrance playground or shoot hoops near the loop.

Simple, social sites with a fire ring and table

THE CAMPSITE

Simple, social sites with a fire ring and table

Every campsite at 48E is equipped with a fire ring and a picnic table, giving you the essentials for an evening around the fire and meals al fresco.

Coin‑op showers and on‑site laundry keep stays easy

THE AMENITIES

Coin‑op showers and on‑site laundry keep stays easy

The campground’s shower building includes coin‑operated showers and sinks and a washer and dryer; showers run on a timed fee and laundry machines cost per use, so plan to bring quarters or exact change.

Playground at the entrance and a central basketball hoop

THE FAMILY LAYOUT

Playground at the entrance and a central basketball hoop

Kids have a playground near the campground entrance, and a basketball hoop sits in the middle of the loop — small, low‑effort features that make the site a practical family getaway.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this campground suits — and who should look elsewhere.

1
Families with childrenA good match: the entrance playground and central basketball hoop provide low‑effort activities that keep kids occupied while adults manage camp chores.
2
RV and pop‑up campersAppropriate for RVs and pop‑ups: sites are described as back‑in with 20/30/50 amp hookups and water available, and they note a 45' vehicle length.
3
Tent campersSuitable for tent campers seeking basic comforts: each site has a picnic table and fire ring, with shared shower and toilet facilities on site.
4
Budget‑minded visitorsReasonable for travelers who value core services over luxury: coin‑operated showers and laundry are available (pay per use), and the campsite amenities are functional rather than upscale.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Fees & Lengths of Stay

Rates are tiered by length of stay (example: 2 nights $55; 3 nights $80; 4 nights $105; 5 nights $130; 6 nights $155; 7 nights $180). Rates do not include parking.

Site hookups & vehicle size

Sites accept RVs, pop‑ups and tents; listed hookups include 20/30/50 amp and water, with back‑in sites and a stated maximum vehicle length of 45'.

On‑site facilities

A shower building with coin‑operated showers and sinks, a washer and dryer, pit toilets at both ends of the campground, a playground near the entrance and a basketball hoop in the middle of the campground are available to guests.

Shower & laundry costs

Showers are timed and operate on coins ($1.50 per 5 minutes); the washer and dryer each cost $1.25 per use.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Are there showers on site and how much do they cost?

Yes — there is a shower building with coin‑operated showers; the fee is $1.50 per 5 minutes.

Is laundry available at the campground?

Yes — a washer and dryer are available in the shower building; each machine costs $1.25 per use.

What amenities does each campsite include?

Each campsite has a fire ring and a picnic table.

Are there restrooms?

Pit toilets are located at both ends of the campground.

Is this campground family‑friendly?

Yes — a playground is located toward the entrance and a basketball hoop is in the middle of the campground, making it well suited to families.

What are the rates for multi‑night stays?

Rates are tiered by number of nights (examples include 2 nights $55; 3 nights $80; 4 nights $105; 5 nights $130; 6 nights $155; 7 nights $180).

Do the rates include parking?

No — rates do not include parking.