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Camping in Wisconsin
1,129 places to camp in Wisconsin: 71 national forest and federal campgrounds, 5 state park campgrounds, 224 free dispersed and primitive spots, 829 private campgrounds and RV parks. The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 80°F and lows near 58°F.
Best areas to camp
- Around Lac du Flambeau183 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Portage87 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Park Falls69 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Fond du Lac65 camps in the area within 25 miles
- Around Rhinelander58 camps in the area within 25 miles
Questions
When is the best time to camp in Wisconsin?
The best camping months are May–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 80°F and lows near 58°F.
Is there free camping in Wisconsin?
Yes: 236 free or dispersed spots, mostly on national forest and BLM land.
Will I have cell signal camping in Wisconsin?
At about 98% of camps, at least one carrier has 4G or better (FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous). Plan for no signal on trails.
Where are the darkest skies for camping in Wisconsin?
328 camps sit under the darkest skies (class 1–2). See the stargazing page.
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Open Wisconsin in Find campsThis week's picks
A different handful each week. Tap a camp to see it from above, check the weather and plan the drive.
Stockfarm BridgeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalStockfarm Bridge Campground is located in a red pine forest on the East Fork of the Chippewa River, a candidate wild and scenic river.
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Spearhead PointFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalSpearhead Point Campground is one of the most popular campgrounds on the scenic Mondeaux Flowage. Unique family-oriented campsites and access to panoramic views of the lake are…
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Day LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalDay Lake Campground is situated in northwestern Wisconsin, not far from the shores of Lake Superior. The spacious and peaceful Day Lake offers a family-friendly campground with swimming…
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Moose LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalMoose Lake Campground sits along its namesake lake in the Chequamegon National Forest of northern Wisconsin. The serene lake and surrounding forest offer a spectacular location for families…
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Lake ThreeFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalWe apologize, this campground is currently closed.
View camp →- Bear Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · No cell signal
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities at the Bear Lake Recreation Area including camping, fishing, swimming, kayaking and canoeing.…
View camp → - Boulder Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
If you enjoy rustic camping, but aren’t quite ready to give up all the comforts of home, then the Boulder Lake Recreation Area is just for you. This campground features electricity at some…
View camp → - Laura and Gordon Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
With two beautiful clear water lakes, undeveloped shoreline, Laura Lake Campground provides an exceptional camping opportunity.
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Free camping in Wisconsin
236 spots cost nothing: dispersed sites on national forest and BLM land and free campgrounds. Most have no water or toilets, and stays are usually limited to 14 days.