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Chippewa NF Campground

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Chippewa NF Campground, near Medford, Wisconsin, is a solid choice for those looking to immerse themselves in nature without sacrificing comfort. With spacious sites that come equipped with picnic tables and fire pits, it’s perfect for gathering around the fire after a day of exploring.

This campground is known for its clean facilities, including flush toilets and token-operated showers, which visitors appreciate. Many campers have noted the peaceful atmosphere, with ample space between sites, allowing for a bit of privacy while still enjoying the company of fellow campers. One visitor mentioned, “There are tons of sites across three loops, spaced apart with picnic tables, fire pits, and plenty of room.”

For outdoor enthusiasts, the nearby lake offers easy access to fishing and kayaking, with trails leading right from the campground. The area is also home to ATV trails, making it a great spot for those looking to hit the dirt. Just keep in mind that some sites are more secluded, so if you’re after a lively atmosphere, you might want to plan your visit accordingly.

While the campground has its quirks, like a lack of soap in the restrooms, the overall experience is one of tranquility and connection to nature. Whether you’re camping in a tent or an RV, Chippewa NF Campground provides a welcoming environment for a memorable outdoor adventure.

Description

US Forest Service

Chequamegon National Forest

Overview

Chippewa Campground sits on the eastern shores of the Chequamegon Waters Flowage, where the bass fishing is spectacular. Its location provides visitors of any age with access to a variety of recreation opportunities, including fishing, water sports, and more. Chippewa Campground offers 78 campsties, 41 of which can be reserved.

Recreation

The campground offers a beach, a playground and a walking trail to access other loops in the campground. Boating and fishing are popular activities on the lake, and a boat ramp is available. Anglers can expect to find plentiful populations of largemouth bass, pike and bluegill, among other species. A fish cleaning station is available near the entrance of the campground. The 20-mile Perkinstown Motorized Trail is a two-way trail, developed for off-road vehicles and motorcycles. It is also popular for snowmobiling during the winter months. The trail winds through rolling terrain, woodlands and wetlands as well as over wooden bridges. A great variety of wildlife and vegetation can be found along the trail.

Facilities

The campground offers dozens of single and double campsites for tent and RV camping. Electric is available at sites 31-49, other utility hookups are not available. However, the campground is equipped with a dump station and an RV fill-up near the campground entrance. All roads are paved. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible flush toilets and showers are available for sites 1 through 60. Accessible vault toilets are available for sites 61 through 78. Drinking water is provided throughout the campground.

Natural Features

The 1,020-foot elevation campground is situated in northwestern Wisconsin, adjacent to the 2,714-acre lake, under a heavy canopy of mixed hardwood and pine trees.

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Location

Chippewa NF Campground is located in Wisconsin

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Directions

From Medford, Wisconsin, travel north on State Highway 13 for 4 miles. Turn left onto County Road M and continue for about 24 miles then turn left onto Forest Road 1417.

Address

CHEQUAMEGON-NICOLET NATIONAL FOREST MEDFORD-PARK FALLS RANGER DISTRICT 850 NORTH 8TH STREET
Medford, WI 54451

Coordinates

45.2225 N
90.7052778 W

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  • Drive-In
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  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Electric Hookups
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jul. 16, 2023

Relax in the Woods

There are tons of sites across three loops, spaced apart with picnic tables, fire pits, and plenty of room. Most sites are level– we were only staying one night and didn’t even need to unhook our pickup. The lake is very close with a trail to a beach and dock. The bathrooms have flush toilets and showers. We didn’t have our ATVs with us, but the trails looked like narrow gravel roads. It wasn’t busy– on a Thursday in July only about¼ of the sites were taken. We had one bar on Verizon.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Chippewa NF Campground by Amy E., July 16, 2023
Philip M.
Reviewed Jul. 20, 2022

Clean campground

Sites are spread out with woods between the sites. Flush toilets with token operated showers. Waterfront sites are usually full, but shallow boat ramp for trailers is close by. Fishing pier and trails to get kayaks in the water are accessible from the main campgrounds. ATV trail close by but didn’t hear any even on the weekend.

Site25
Month of VisitJuly
C
Reviewed Sep. 21, 2021

Really nice place

Lots of sites, clean bathrooms/showers couple of double sites which is nice. Really enjoyed the campground

Sitep54
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Chippewa NF Campground by Chrissy , September 21, 2021
C
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2021

Peaceful and Wooded

We stayed here for our annual family and friend camping event. We had group sites 52 and 53. The group sites are not much bigger than regular sites at many campgrounds I've been to. They are also very picky about the number of "wheels" on each site. This is specified on the rules when you reserve and they aren't kidding. There is a campground host on each loop. We were on the Hardwoods Loop which did not have electricity but several other loops did. Our sites were lake side so it was nice to have a path to walk down to get to the boats right there.

All sites are heavily wooded in all the loops so solar is not a good option here. The fish cleaning house is nice and there were many pan fish caught by our group. There is lots of room between most sites and lots of wooded area between our site and the lake. There are very few houses on this flowage as it primarily belongs to the national forest. There is a bar nearby that sells very expensive ice and has a small bait shop but we didn't mind supporting the locals.

There is a dump station here and potable water available. Flush toilet  and shower buildings on several loops but No Soap or hand dryer. The Feds are all worried about COVID but you don't get soap and when we left it in the bathroom for our use, the rangers threw it away! Go figure! All in all a good place

There were dumpsters here for garbage as well as recycling so please save your plastic, glass and cans to place into the recycle bin

Site52 and 53
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Chippewa NF Campground by Cathy J., August 6, 2021
  • Review photo of Chippewa NF Campground by Cathy J., August 6, 2021
  • Review photo of Chippewa NF Campground by Cathy J., August 6, 2021
B
Reviewed Jun. 1, 2021

Tent worms!

This memorial weekend was horrible! Tent worms had infested the campground! Dropping from the trees and landing on you and all your belongings! Had picnic tables fully cobwebbed. Grass wasn’t mowed, was told that they mowed beginning of season! Playground was wet and with high grass!

Site24-26
Month of VisitMay
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Chippewa NF Campground?

Camping at Chippewa NF Campground can cost between $15.00 and $36.00 depending on the site.

Does Chippewa NF Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Chippewa NF Campground has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

What is the elevation of Chippewa NF Campground?

Chippewa NF Campground is located at 1279 feet.

Are fires allowed at Chippewa NF Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Chippewa NF Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Chippewa NF Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Chippewa NF Campground does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Chippewa NF Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is good.

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