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Camping for fishing in Wisconsin

63 camps in Wisconsin that list fishing or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 78°F and lows near 54°F.

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63camps for fishing
4free or dispersed
23reservable
Jun–Sepbest months

Best areas for fishing

  1. Around Eagle River16 camps for fishing within 25 miles
  2. Around Ashland16 camps for fishing within 25 miles
  3. Around Lac du Flambeau12 camps for fishing within 25 miles
  4. Around Crandon10 camps for fishing within 25 miles
  5. Around Medford7 camps for fishing within 25 miles

Questions

How many campgrounds in Wisconsin are good for fishing?

63 camps that list fishing or mention it in their description; 4 of them are free.

When is the best time to go?

The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 78°F and lows near 54°F.

What else can you do there?

Of these camps, 94% also offer boating & paddling, 65% also offer swimming, 65% also offer hiking.

See them on the map

Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.

Open fishing in Wisconsin

This week's picks

A different handful each week.

  • NamekagonFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Namekagon campground is a family-friendly campground that runs alongside its namesake lake, at the headwaters of the Namekagon River. It is the perfect spot to kayak, canoe, jet ski, swim…

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  • Smith RapidsFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Smith Rapids Campground is located on the South Fork of the Flambeau River. It is an ideal location for hiking, river fishing and canoeing.

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  • Mineral LakeFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signal

    We apologize, this campground is currently closed.

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  • Perch Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    This quaint campground is a family favorite. Located approximately 5.5 miles north of Drummond on Forest Road 223 (Delta Drummond Road), there are 16 campsites. Each site includes a defined…

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  • Kathryn Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal

    The Kathryn Lake Campground will remain closed for the 2019 camping season. This closure impacts the campground - there will be reduced services at boat landing and picnic area – no swim…

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  • Beaver Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · No cell signal

    If you are looking for a campground to explore the North Country National Scenic Trail or a rustic fishing-getaway with a family atmosphere, try the Beaver Lake Recreation Area 15 miles…

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  • 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.…

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  • Black LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Black Lake is highly ranked as a family-favorite campground. It is spread out along the eastern shores of its namesake, Black Lake. The calm waters beckon to adventurers, offering fishing…

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Free camps for fishing