Camping near hiking trails in Wisconsin
85 camps in Wisconsin within a mile of a hiking trail, or listing hiking. 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 78°F and lows near 55°F.
Trails with the most camps nearby
| Trail | Length | Camps nearby | Closest camp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ice Age NST-B | 42.3 mi | 11 | Dispersed spot · 10 mi NW of Whittlesey · 0.0 mi |
| Hidden Lakes | 15.3 mi | 6 | Dispersed spot · 12 mi NE of Three Lakes · 0.0 mi |
| Ice Age Loop | 6.1 mi | 5 | Dispersed spot · 11 mi W of Whittlesey · 0.0 mi |
| Sam Campbell Memorial | 2.3 mi | 4 | Seven Mile Lake Campground · 2.2 mi |
| Franklin Nature | 1.0 mi | 4 | Dispersed spot · 12 mi NE of Three Lakes · 0.5 mi |
| Pipeline 4X4 Challenge Trail | 13.7 mi | 3 | Hilltop Pitch · 0.7 mi |
| Luna - White Deer | 3.5 mi | 3 | Luna White Deer Campground · 0.1 mi |
| Forest Lodge Nature Trail | 2.2 mi | 3 | Campsite · 9 mi E of Cable · 0.3 mi |
| Spectacle - Kentuck Lake | 2.1 mi | 3 | Spectacle Lake Recreation Area · 0.0 mi |
| Extended Nature Trail | 0.9 mi | 3 | Campsite · 9 mi E of Cable · 0.6 mi |
Best areas for hiking
- Around Jolmaville22 camps for hiking within 25 miles
- Around Three Lakes18 camps for hiking within 25 miles
- Around Medford14 camps for hiking within 25 miles
- Around Mountain12 camps for hiking within 25 miles
- Around Lac du Flambeau7 camps for hiking within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Wisconsin are good for hiking?
85 camps within a mile of a hiking trail, or listing hiking; 16 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
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 78°F and lows near 55°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 55% also offer boating & paddling, 54% also offer fishing, 44% also offer swimming.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open hiking in WisconsinThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Lake ThreeFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signal · Hiking trail 0.1 miWe apologize, this campground is currently closed.
View camp →- Beaver Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · No cell signal · Hiking trail 0.1 mi
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…
View camp → - Birch Grove Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal · Hiking trail 0.5 mi
Birch Grove Recreation Area is a family favorite if you are looking for a base camp to explore the Bayfield Peninsula. It is nestled between 22-acre East and 16-acre West Twin Lakes and is…
View camp → - Bear Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · No cell signal · Hiking trail 0.4 mi
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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NamekagonFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal · Hiking trail at campNamekagon 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…
View camp →- Spectacle Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal · Hiking trail at camp
If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or enjoy a variety of water activities with the family, try Spectacle Lake Recreation Area off Highway 70 east of Eagle River.
View camp → - Perch Lake Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal · Hiking trail 1.0 mi
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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Kentuck Lake CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal · Hiking trail 0.3 miEarly settlers from Kentucky gave the name to Kentuck Lake. Kentuck Lake Campground is located on the east lake shore of Kentuck Lake in a stand of maple. The 955-acre lake is popular with…
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Free camps for hiking
- Dispersed spot · 11 mi W of WhittleseyDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal · Hiking trail at campView camp →
- Dispersed spot · 11 mi E of GilmanDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal · Hiking trail at campView camp →