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Dark-sky camping in Wisconsin

328 camps in Wisconsin under the darkest skies (class 1–2 on our 9-step scale, from NASA night-lights).

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328camps for stargazing
161free or dispersed
21reservable

Best areas for stargazing

  1. Around Lac du Flambeau155 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
  2. Around Little Round Lake50 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
  3. Around Eagle River30 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
  4. Around Ashland25 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
  5. Around Medford18 camps for stargazing within 25 miles

Questions

How many campgrounds in Wisconsin are good for stargazing?

328 camps under the darkest skies (class 1–2 on our 9-step scale, from NASA night-lights); 161 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 77°F and lows near 54°F.

What else can you do there?

Of these camps, 25% also offer boating & paddling, 16% also offer fishing, 12% also offer hiking.

See them on the map

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

Open stargazing in Wisconsin

This week's picks

A different handful each week.

  • East TwinFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Located on a sparkling 110-acre lake, the East Twin Campground is a known family favorite. The area provides access to a beautiful portion of the Chequamegon National Forest in northwestern…

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

    If you are looking to canoe in the glassy waters of Wabasso Lake or enjoy a rustic cozy campground, try the Wabasso Lake Recreation Area off Forest Road 142 west of Lac du Flambeau.

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  • Spearhead PointFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signal

    Spearhead 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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  • 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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  • Stockfarm BridgeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Stockfarm 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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  • Sailor Lake PavilionFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Sailor Lake Pavilion is located near Sailor Lake Campground, both adjacent to scenic Sailor Lake. Its secluded setting makes it a popular location for family and group events.

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Free camps for stargazing

  • Crab Canoe 1Dispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal

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  • Big Canoe 2Dispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal

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  • Darrow IslandDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal

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  • Dolly IslandDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal

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