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Camping for swimming in Wisconsin

41 camps in Wisconsin that list swimming 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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41camps for swimming
0free or dispersed
18reservable
Jun–Sepbest months

Best areas for swimming

  1. Around Jolmaville13 camps for swimming within 25 miles
  2. Around Eagle River10 camps for swimming within 25 miles
  3. Around Medford5 camps for swimming within 25 miles
  4. Around Lac du Flambeau5 camps for swimming within 25 miles
  5. Around Mountain3 camps for swimming within 25 miles

Questions

How many campgrounds in Wisconsin are good for swimming?

41 camps that list swimming or mention it in their description; 0 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, 100% also offer fishing, 100% also offer boating & paddling, 85% also offer hiking.

See them on the map

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

Open swimming in Wisconsin

This week's picks

A different handful each week.

  • Day LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Day 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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  • 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…

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  • Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    With a 500-foot swim beach and the crystal clear lake, Spectacle Lake Campground is a family favorite. Come fish for a variety of gamefish species or hike the trail to Kentuck Lake…

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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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  • Moose LakeFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Moose 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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  • Beaver Lake (Chequamegon-Nicolet Nf, Wi)Federal campground · Reservable · Cell signal

    Beaver Lake Campground is a small, secluded, family-friendly campground located on the shores of its namesake lake. The waterfront sites provide spectacular scenic views of the area and its…

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

    Richardson Lake Recreation Area features a campground with 26 wooded sites located on the south shore of Richardson Lake, a 47-acre lake with plenty of bass, northern pike and panfish. Take…

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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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