Richardson Lake Campground

$15.00/night

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U S D A FOREST SERVICE, 4978 Highway 8 West
Laona, WI 54541

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

Richardson Lake Campground offers 26 campsites of various sizes that can accommodate tents and RVs. Drinking water, vault toilets, swim beach, and boat landing are also provided at this location.

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.

Camp site features

Across 26 camp sites:

  • Fire pit: all 26 sites
  • Picnic table: all 26 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 26 sites
  • Longest RV: 56 ft
  • Largest party: 8 people

Directions

From Wabeno, drive north 0.8 miles on Highway 32 to Highway 52. Turn left (west) on Highway 52 and drive 2.4 miles to Richardson Lake Road (FR2880). Turn right (north) on Richardson Lake Road and continue 0.4 miles to the campground.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

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John C
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Reviewed 2 months ago
Nice and quiet.
Mark V
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Reviewed 3 months ago
Bill, awesome guy to talk with
Meghan F
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Reviewed 3 months ago
Beautiful campground; site 1 is very close to site 21. Tents within less than 10 feet of each other and no tree coverage. Do not recommend that specific site at all unless booking with a group also in site 21.
Rob K
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Reviewed 3 months ago
Great site (#6)! Enjoyed this park very much!!
Matt K
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Reviewed 4 months ago
Best camp host I have ever run in to! Never have problems with other campers they are all over it if something comes up. Could use a raise for sure for the effort put in.
James L
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Reviewed 4 months ago
Always a good experience at this campground. Quiet, clean, good fishing, very cordial host.
Availability

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Season dates

Walk In season

Sep 8, 2026 – Nov 30, 2026

First come, first served

Walk In season

Apr 29, 2027 – May 26, 2027

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Peak season

May 27, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027

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Walk In season

Sep 7, 2027 – Nov 29, 2027

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Walk In season

May 4, 2028 – May 24, 2028

First come, first served

Peak season

May 25, 2028 – Sep 4, 2028

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Walk In season

Sep 5, 2028 – Nov 27, 2028

First come, first served

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