## Overview

If you are interested in a quiet campground and excellent pike fishing, Bear
Lake Campground is for you. Campsites are situated along the wooded shore and
ridge with outstanding views of the lake.

## Recreation

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Bear Lake are fishing, swimming,
kayaking, and canoeing. The Rat River trail is a good nearby hiking
opportunity.

## Facilities

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Bear Lake are fishing, swimming,
kayaking, and canoeing. The Rat River trail is a good nearby hiking
opportunity.

## Natural Features

This campground sits on the southwest corner of 68-acre Bear Lake. The
campground is a mix of hardwoods and pine. The water quality of the lake is
moderate at a maximum depth of 20 feet. Fish species found in the lake are
northern pike, panfish, and largemouth bass. This campground is also popular
with grouse hunters and fall color enthusiasts.

## Nearby Attractions

Bear Lake is in close proximity to the Rat River Hike and Bike Trail. Trout
fishing opportunities are also nearby on the Peshtigo and Rat Rivers.

## contact_info

For facility specific information, please call (715) 674-4481.

<h2>Overview</h2>
If you are interested in a quiet campground and excellent pike fishing, Bear Lake Campground is for you. Campsites are situated along the wooded shore and ridge with outstanding views of the lake.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Bear Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, and canoeing.  The Rat River trail is a good nearby hiking opportunity.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Bear Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, and canoeing.  The Rat River trail is a good nearby hiking opportunity.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
This campground sits on the southwest corner of 68-acre Bear Lake.  The campground is a mix of hardwoods and pine.  The water quality of the lake is moderate at a maximum depth of 20 feet. Fish species found in the lake are northern pike, panfish, and largemouth bass. This campground is also popular with grouse hunters and fall color enthusiasts.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Bear Lake is in close proximity to the Rat River Hike and Bike Trail. Trout fishing opportunities are also nearby on the Peshtigo and Rat Rivers. 
<h2>contact_info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (715) 674-4481.

BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND

Bear Lake

BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND 2

BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND WI

BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND 1

Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI)

## Overview

Richardson Lake Campground sits on its namesake lake in beautiful Forest
County Wisconsin. This campground's 26 sites are located on the south shore of
Richardson Lake, well known to anglers for its bass, northern pike, and pan
fish. Relax on the sandy swim beach or take in the views of the lake from the
picnic area above the beach. Take your boat or canoe out on Richardson Lake in
search of wildlife along the shoreline.

## Recreation

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Richardson are fishing, swimming, and
canoeing.

## Facilities

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Richardson are fishing, swimming, and
canoeing.

## Natural Features

The campground lies in a lush maple dominated northern hardwood forest on the
south shore of 47-acre Richardson Lake. Richardson Lake Campground is best
known for its spectacular fall color.

## Nearby Attractions

The communities of Wabeno to the east and Crandon to the north offer some
services and community events throughout the year.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Richardson Lake Campground sits on its namesake lake in beautiful Forest County Wisconsin. This campground's 26 sites are located on the south shore of Richardson Lake, well known to anglers for its bass, northern pike, and pan fish. Relax on the sandy swim beach or take in the views of the lake from the picnic area above the beach. Take your boat or canoe out on Richardson Lake in search of wildlife along the shoreline.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Richardson are fishing, swimming, and canoeing.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Richardson are fishing, swimming, and canoeing.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground lies in a lush maple dominated northern hardwood forest on the south shore of 47-acre Richardson Lake.  Richardson Lake Campground is best known for its spectacular fall color.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The communities of Wabeno to the east and Crandon to the north offer some services and community events throughout the year.

RICHARDSON LAKE CAMPGROUND

Path to Beach Area at Richardson Lake

Richardson Lake Campground

## Overview

With two beautiful clear water lakes, undeveloped shoreline, and restricted
motor use, Laura Lake Campground provides an exceptional camping opportunity.

## Recreation

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Laura Lake are fishing, swimming,
kayaking, canoeing, and hiking the trail that goes around the lake. The area
also provides a bike trail that runs along the old Lake 9 railroad grade.

## Facilities

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Laura Lake are fishing, swimming,
kayaking, canoeing, and hiking the trail that goes around the lake. The area
also provides a bike trail that runs along the old Lake 9 railroad grade.

## Natural Features

Campsites are located on the southwestern shore of 110-acre Laura Lake. The
picnic and swim beach are located on the adjacent 50-acre Gordon Lake. Both
lakes have developed back-in boat landings. Please note these lakes are
restricted to electric motors only.

## Nearby Attractions

Laura Lake site has a 2.25-mile hiking trail around the lake and 6.5 mile bike
trail. Both Laura and Gordon Lakes provide good fishing opportunities.

<h2>Overview</h2>
With two beautiful clear water lakes, undeveloped shoreline, and restricted motor use, Laura Lake Campground provides an exceptional camping opportunity. <h2>Recreation</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Laura Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and hiking the trail that goes around the lake. The area also provides a bike trail that runs along the old Lake 9 railroad grade. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Laura Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and hiking the trail that goes around the lake. The area also provides a bike trail that runs along the old Lake 9 railroad grade. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites are located on the southwestern shore of 110-acre Laura Lake. The picnic and swim beach are located on the adjacent 50-acre Gordon Lake. Both lakes have developed back-in boat landings. Please note these lakes are restricted to electric motors only. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Laura Lake site has a 2.25-mile hiking trail around the lake and 6.5 mile bike trail. Both Laura and Gordon Lakes provide good fishing opportunities.

LAURA LAKE CAMPGROUND

Beach

Laura Lake Campground

## Overview

Boot Lake Campground overlooks its namesake -- 263-acre Boot Lake. Bask in the
sun on the beautiful beach and then take a relaxing dip in the lake, or enjoy
the fishing. Boot Lake contains walleye, northern pike, bass, musky, and
panfish. In addition, several nearby streams offer excellent trout fishing,
and the Wolf River provides fishing, kayaking, rafting, and first-class
canoeing opportunities. The Jones Spring Non-Motorized Area is nearby, and
offers hiking, hunting, and cross-country skiing. Generally, use at this
popular campground is heavy throughout the summer.

## Recreation

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Boot Lake are fishing, swimming,
kayaking, and canoeing. Due to the clarity of the water Scuba diving has
become increasingly popular.

## Facilities

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation
opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Boot Lake are fishing, swimming,
kayaking, and canoeing. Due to the clarity of the water Scuba diving has
become increasingly popular.

## Natural Features

This campground sits on the northwest corner of Boot Lake, in a quiet finger
of the lake. The campground is a mix of hardwoods and pine. Boot Lake is a
high quality clear lake and has a maximum depth of 38 feet.

## Nearby Attractions

Jones Springs Non-Motorized Area is just west of Boot Lake. It offers
opportunities for hiking, hunting and cross-country skiing in the winter.
There is a trail in the campground that connects into the Jones Springs hiking
trails. The nearby Wolf River provides excellent opportunities for rafting and
white water canoeing, and kayaking. The local community of Townsend is just
north of the campground. The Cathedral Pines Trail is approximately four miles
from the campground -- a must see at any time of the year.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Boot Lake Campground overlooks its namesake -- 263-acre Boot Lake. Bask in the sun on the beautiful beach and then take a relaxing dip in the lake, or enjoy the fishing. Boot Lake contains walleye, northern pike, bass, musky, and panfish. In addition, several nearby streams offer excellent trout fishing, and the Wolf River provides fishing, kayaking, rafting, and first-class canoeing opportunities. The Jones Spring Non-Motorized Area is nearby, and offers hiking, hunting, and cross-country skiing. Generally, use at this popular campground is heavy throughout the summer.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Boot Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, and canoeing.  Due to the clarity of the water Scuba diving has become increasingly popular.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Boot Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, and canoeing.  Due to the clarity of the water Scuba diving has become increasingly popular.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
This campground sits on the northwest corner of Boot Lake, in a quiet finger of the lake.  The campground is a mix of hardwoods and pine.  Boot Lake is a high quality clear lake and has a maximum depth of 38 feet.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Jones Springs Non-Motorized Area is just west of Boot Lake.  It offers opportunities for hiking, hunting and cross-country skiing in the winter.  There is a trail in the campground that connects into the Jones Springs hiking trails.  The nearby Wolf River provides excellent opportunities for rafting and white water canoeing, and kayaking.  The local community of Townsend is just north of the campground.  The Cathedral Pines Trail is approximately four miles from the campground -- a must see at any time of the year.

BOOT LAKE CAMPGROUND

A photo of facility BOOT LAKE CAMPGROUND with Boat Ramp, Waterfront

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A photo of facility BOOT LAKE CAMPGROUND with Waterfront

Boot Lake Campground

## Overview

The Morgan Lake Campground and Group Site is a great place for families or a
large gathering of people to camp in northern Wisconsin's Chequamegon-Nicolet
National Forest. The campground is comfortably equipped and provides access to
a number of recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, swimming
and hiking. A picnic area with beach is available, as well as an adjacent
parking area and access to the lake.

## Recreation

Proximity to the lake provides visitors with opportunities for fishing,
boating and swimming. The clear waters make for a pleasant experience.
Largemouth bass are abundant in the lake. Non-motorized boating is permitted
as well as electric motors only.

## Facilities

Proximity to the lake provides visitors with opportunities for fishing,
boating and swimming. The clear waters make for a pleasant experience.
Largemouth bass are abundant in the lake. Non-motorized boating is permitted
as well as electric motors only.

## Natural Features

The scenic campground is located in a heavily wooded forest surrounding the
45-acre Morgan Lake. It is situated at an elevation of 1,500 feet. The group
campground is located near the general campground, but is separated from the
other sites to ensure privacy. A small, sandy beach and boat ramp are located
nearby.

## Nearby Attractions

The closest town, Long Lake, is located just over 12 miles northwest of the
campground. A variety of services are available there.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The Morgan Lake Campground and Group Site is a great place for families or a large gathering of people to camp in northern Wisconsin's Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The campground is comfortably equipped and provides access to a number of recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, swimming and hiking. A picnic area with beach is available, as well as an adjacent parking area and access to the lake.
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Proximity to the lake provides visitors with opportunities for fishing, boating and swimming. The clear waters make for a pleasant experience. Largemouth bass are abundant in the lake. Non-motorized boating is permitted as well as electric motors only.

<h2>Facilities</h2>
Proximity to the lake provides visitors with opportunities for fishing, boating and swimming. The clear waters make for a pleasant experience. Largemouth bass are abundant in the lake. Non-motorized boating is permitted as well as electric motors only.

<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The scenic campground is located in a heavily wooded forest surrounding the 45-acre Morgan Lake. It is situated at an elevation of 1,500 feet. The group campground is located near the general campground, but is separated from the other sites to ensure privacy. A small, sandy beach and boat ramp are located nearby.

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The closest town, Long Lake, is located just over 12 miles northwest of the campground. A variety of services are available there.

Morgan Lake Beach

MORGAN LAKE CAMPGROUND AND GROUP SITE

Morgan Lake beach and picnic area

Morgan Lake Beach and Picnic Area

Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site

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Unplug and reconnect to the largest expanse of public lands under one
ownership in northern Wisconsin. Explore the more than 1.5 million acres of
water and woodlands year- round motorized trail riding, water and land-based
sports and the solitude of quiet campgrounds.

### Top Spring Recreation Areas

  * Ed's Lake Trail
  * Valhalla Recreation Area
  * Wintergreen Trail

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  * Rock Lake Trail
  * Mukwonago Trail
  * Anvil Lake Recreation Area

  
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<p>Unplug and reconnect to the largest expanse of public lands under one ownership in northern Wisconsin. Explore the more than 1.5 million acres of water and woodlands year- round motorized trail riding, water and land-based sports and the solitude of quiet campgrounds.  </p>

<h3>Top Spring Recreation Areas</h3>

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				<li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27959" rel="nofollow">Ed's Lake Trail</a></li>
				<li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27853" rel="nofollow">Valhalla Recreation Area</a></li>
				<li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27827" rel="nofollow">Wintergreen Trail</a></li>
			</ul>
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			<ul>
				<li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27759" rel="nofollow">Rock Lake Trail</a></li>
				<li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27751" rel="nofollow">Mukwonago Trail</a></li>
				<li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27859" rel="nofollow">Anvil Lake Recreation Area</a></li>
			</ul>
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Chequamegon-Nicolet NF

A photo of Site 001 of Loop BEAR LAKE CAMPGROUND at Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI) with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Tent Pad

Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI)

Overview

Recreation

Facilities

Natural Features

Nearby Attractions

contact_info

Directions

Reviews

Camp Sites

Nearby Campgrounds

Richardson Lake Campground

Laura Lake Campground

Boot Lake Campground

Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site