Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)

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U S D A FOREST SERVICE, 1247 E. WALL ST.
Eagle River, WI 54521

Overview

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 Campground. This 2.5-mile trail utilizes part of the old Thunder Lake Railroad bed and is a pleasant hike.

Recreation

The lake provides visitors with ample opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming. Anglers can expect a catch of walleye, largemouth and smallmouth bass, panfish and trout. The lake is open to all types of boating, motorized and non-motorized. The Spectacle-Kentuck Trail extends from the campground along the old Thunder Lake Railroad bed all the way to Kentuck Lake Campground, approximately 2.5 miles away. A variety of wildlife make its home in the area and visitors are encouraged to keep watch.

Facilities

The campground offers 34 single family campsites, available for tent or RV camping. The campground offers both first-come, first-served campsites as well as sites which can be reserved in advance. Sites are equipped with tables and fire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are available throughout the campground.

For more information about Spectator Lake Campground, print an information sheet(PDF) which includes a map of the campground.

Natural Features

This campground is located on the east shore of Spectacle Lake in a mixed species forest at an elevation of 1,770 feet. The 166-acre lake boasts an enormous 500-foot-long sandy beach.

Nearby Attractions

The City of Eagle River is located about 16 miles southwest of the campground. A variety of services and activities are offered in Eagle River throughout the year.

Camp site features

Across 34 camp sites:

Picnic table: all 34 sites
Pets allowed: all 34 sites
Longest RV: 40 ft
Largest party: 8 people

Directions

From Eagle River, travel 7.6 miles to FR2178 (Military Road). Turn left (north) and continue 2.9 miles to Kentuck Lake Road (FR2465). Turn right (northeast) on FR2465 and continue 1.7 miles to FR2196. Turn left (north) and continue 2.2 miles to Spectacle Lake Road (FR2572). Turn right (east) and travel 1.2 miles to the campground.

Stay Limit

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

Reviews

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Cindra F

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Reviewed 2 months ago

A great campground! Lake is crystal clear with a sandy beach

Sue S

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Campsites are clean, appropriate space for camper and the lake is great for swimming & kayaking,

Debbie S

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Love this campground! They fixed up the beach which was very nice. There are woods in between sites so you don’t feel like you’re on top of each other. The only drawback is the water pumps. I couldn’t even pump the one in back it is so hard!

Dale M

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Reviewed 3 months ago

Been going to this campground for over 50 years. Most enjoyable week of the year. Have met amazing people and have become friends with them. The campground host this year is friendly and kept the rest rooms clean and stocked. Very much appreciate. See you next year.

Jill T

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Reviewed 4 months ago

I hate to write a review for others to find this very special spot but my family has enjoyed it for over 15 years and if you’ve never been put it on your to-do. All the things you can expect from a Nicolet Forest campground… crystal clear water, quiet, loons.. The campground hosts do a great job keeping the toilets clean, firewood for sale at a private home right before the entrance of the park - Decent sized bundles for five dollars. Beautifully wooded sites. Truly blessed to have such a resource available to us.

Barb S

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Reviewed 5 months ago

Perfect and relaxing

Availability

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