Namekagon

Show on map (715) 634-4821 OR (715) 264-2511

PO Box 896
Hayward, WI

Overview

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 or take a boat ride to one of the many restaurants along the shoreline.

With its close proximity to mountain bike trails and the North Country hiking trail, Namekagon campground is an ideal location for making a base camp.

Recreation

Namekagon Lake offers excellent fishing, and anglers will find musky, pike, walleye and bass, among other fish varieties, available in abundance.

The campground is conveniently located near off-highway vehicle, hiking and mountain bike trails. The North Country National Scenic Trail is also nearby. The Namekagon Nature Trail is a one mile interpretive trail which traverses the immediate area and begins in the campground.

Facilities

The campground offers a couple dozen single-family campsites for tent or RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water, trash collection and recycling bins are also provided.

A day-use picnic area is equipped with multiple tables, picnic shelters, a basketball court, beach, boat ramp and fishing piers.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the 3,227-acre Namekagon Lake that is famous for its fishing potential. It is surrounded by a hardwood and hemlock forest in northwestern Wisconsin.

Camp site features

Across 34 camp sites:

Electric hookups: 23 of 34 sites
Fire pit: all 34 sites
Picnic table: all 34 sites
Pets allowed: all 34 sites
ADA accessible: 2 of 34 sites
Longest RV: 55 ft
Largest party: 8 people
Power up to 50 amps
Equipment: FIFTH WHEEL, LARGE TENT OVER 9X12`, PICKUP CAMPER, POP UP, RV, SMALL TENT, Tent, Trailer, VEHICLE

Directions

From Cable, Wisconsin, take County Highway M east for 11 miles. Turn left on County Highway D and proceed about 6 miles to Forest Service Road 209. Turn left at the campground sign and drive less than a mile to the campground entrance.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

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Robert K

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Reviewed a month ago

Wonderful spot and we managed to see nearly peak fall color. Pit toilets very clean.

LeAnn M

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Reviewed a month ago

Loved this campground. So many trees!! Lots of space between other campsites. Lots of fun dive bars that are beautiful!! And great locals. Cheap beer also!!! Five bars within 5 miles!!!

Marge K

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Reviewed a month ago

Very nice campground with a beautiful lake setting. Nearby attractions make this a very good spot.

Dana S

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Reviewed a month ago

Love this place, nice lake, good water

Monica S

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Reviewed 2 months ago

Thank you for hiring a new camp host, its a positive change!! Would love to see swing set for kids. Would like to see more sandy beach area. Would love to have a few walking trails

Dale L

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Reviewed 2 months ago

beautiful campground, timing was perfect for fall colors

Availability

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