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Dispersed camping near Crivitz, Wisconsin centers around several primitive sites in the surrounding national forest lands. McCaslin Brook Dispersed site, Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road, Mountain Lakes Rd Dispersed, and Oconto River - South Branch provide free or low-cost camping options with minimal amenities. These sites are typically located along brooks and rivers, offering natural settings without developed facilities. Most sites feature fire rings and some have picnic tables, though services like drinking water, electric hookups, and trash removal are not available.
Access to these dispersed sites varies considerably, with several requiring careful navigation. The entrance to Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road is particularly challenging, with one reviewer noting "4x4 recommended. 2wd truck couldn't make it easily." McCaslin Brook has three sites with varying accessibility; one reviewer mentioned "the easement was really washed out and we bottomed our minivan coming in." Most sites have rough, unpaved access roads that may become difficult after rain. Several locations charge a $5 per night fee, including McCaslin Brook and Oconto River - South Branch, which must be paid at designated collection points.
The camping experience in this region is characterized by natural water features and relative seclusion. Many sites are positioned along brooks and rivers, providing peaceful natural soundscapes. "The campsite is right along a deep, and steadily moving stream. Water is very cold, and flows from an aquifer upstream," noted one visitor to Oconto River. Cell service is limited or nonexistent at most sites, with one camper reporting "AT&T: No Service" at Oconto River. Sites vary in size and shade coverage, with some accommodating larger rigs while others are better suited for tents or small campers. "There are three sites, two small one large site which you can fit larger camper or RV in," explained a McCaslin Brook visitor. Wildlife, bugs, and occasional ATV traffic are common elements of the camping experience in this area.
"Snowshoe on the lake! Is super buggy in the summer and the lake is green."
"Entrances need a lot of TLC washed out and large drop from paved road. Middle camp site has best access to brook I put a 8 foot pop up in it you could go bigger 20 foot max."
"The first site, east side, is a pull in right off the road with the pit and table a few steps down from the parking pad. The second site is a pull through facing west right off the road."
"Stayed two nights, and the first night was almost absolutely silent other than the waterfall (difficult to access) about a mile away. The campsite is right along a deep, and steadily moving stream."
"Decent amount of off-road vehicle traffic. No service :)"
"This site is right next to the road and the lake on Knowles Creek rd. Enough room for a small camper"
"Small pull off little ways off 64 on mountain lakes Rd. Pick nik table and fire ring. Big site for ATV campers right off trail can probably get toy hauler in here easy."
GuideThere are three sites two small one large site which you can fit larger camper or RV in. Entrances need a lot of TLC washed out and large drop from paved road. Middle camp site has best access to brook I put a 8 foot pop up in it you could go bigger 20 foot max. One site I would say is tent only very tight. Wilderness toilet but they look pretty full.
TravelerThere are 3 sites each with a table, fire pit, a toilet pit and right off the brooke. The cost is $5 a night to be paid at Wheeler Walker Beach. The first site, east side, is a pull in right off the road with the pit and table a few steps down from the parking pad. The second site is a pull through facing west right off the road. The easements were a little washed out. The third site is a deep, large site away from the road facing west, with a bad easement. There was some occasional traffic on the main road and a quite a few UTVs.
No one else was here so we chose the third site away from the road. The only con we found to this site was the easement was really washed out and we bottomed our minivan coming in but were able to leave going out on the far right edge. The site is so spacious and could easily be for a large group.
GuideThere are three pull-in areas, with picnic tables and fire rings just off the road. Two *may* be large enough to handle more than 1 small rig/tent/popup. They are shaded and right by the creek, which gurgled along happily (and had some bugs in mid-August, but that was to be expected).
We ultimately decided not to stay here simply because it was so shaded. While that made it nice and cool, it made solar & Starlink impossible.
There was no AT&T to speak of, but TMobile had 20 down/1 up.
GuideSmall pull off little ways off 64 on mountain lakes Rd. Pick nik table and fire ring. Big site for ATV campers right off trail can probably get toy hauler in here easy.
TravelerLoved this spot. Stayed two nights, and the first night was almost absolutely silent other than the waterfall (difficult to access) about a mile away. The campsite is right along a deep, and steadily moving stream. Water is very cold, and flows from an aquifer upstream.
There is an outdoor toilet, and I've attempted to point it out in the pictures.
The entrance was doable for my sedan, but was tricky. I believe a camper could make it going slowly. The second campsite entrance may have an easier time in.
Do not follow road past campsites, either way unless your vehicle is lifted my sedan would have gotten stuck if I tried.
Both campsites are accessed from the main road and have a brown "campsite" sign.
AT&T: No Service.
RangerThe McCauslin Brook runs through Townsend and Lakewood. There are a total of 3 sites in this location and all are on the Brook.
ScoutVery cool spot right on the river. In ground fire pit. Decent amount of off-road vehicle traffic. No service :)
GuideSmall site little rough to get into a lot of trash left. Short path to river this is a two site spot good distance between them.
GuideGood group site for winter camping. Snowshoe on the lake! Is super buggy in the summer and the lake is green.
Dispersed camping near Crivitz, Wisconsin provides opportunities for visitors seeking primitive outdoor experiences in the Nicolet National Forest. This area sits within the northern Wisconsin forest region where elevations range from 600-800 feet and summer temperatures typically reach 75-85°F during peak camping months. Winter camping is possible but challenging due to snow accumulation that can exceed 50 inches annually.
Fishing access: Multiple dispersed sites offer direct river and stream fishing opportunities. At Pioneer Park, campers can fish despite some drawbacks. "You're right next to the highway and the area is covered in mosquitos. Easy access and large site, but I wouldn't stop here unless you have to," notes Jack H.
ATV trail exploration: The extensive trail system connects many campsites to riding areas. At Mountain Lakes Rd Dispersed, hesselinkj@yahoo.com observed it's a "Small pull off little ways off 64 on mountain lakes Rd. Pick nik table and fire ring. Big site for ATV campers right off trail can probably get toy hauler in here easy."
Star gazing: Clear nights offer excellent viewing conditions away from light pollution. At Sturgeon Bay Canal, Abigail K. shared, "We stayed here the night of the Fourth of July and it was pretty quiet... Overall really nice, the stars were beautiful. Built a small fire and toasted marshmallows!"
Water features: Many dispersed sites provide direct stream or river access. At Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road, Nick H. commented, "Very cool spot right on the river. In ground fire pit. Decent amount of off-road vehicle traffic. No service :)"
Natural sounds: The moving water creates peaceful ambient noise at many sites. Zachary S. observed that his campsite was "right along a deep, and steadily moving stream. Water is very cold, and flows from an aquifer upstream."
Site spacing: Most areas provide adequate separation between campsites. At Octonto River - South Branch, Rebecca B. noted, "There are 2 campsites at this trailhead, pretty well spaced apart."
Road conditions: Many access roads require high-clearance vehicles. Michael U. warned about Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road: "4x4 recommended. 2wd truck couldn't make it easily."
Limited services: Most sites lack amenities beyond basic toilet facilities. At Sturgeon Bay Canal, Scott S. described, "Easy to find. Plenty of room. Good gravel road, easy turn around. Mostly gravel parking lot with a mowed area for tenting... No hiking trails, no amenities, just a place to stay."
Fee collection: Several sites require payment even without staffed entrances. At McCaslin Brook Dispersed site, Robyn B. explained, "The cost is $5 a night to be paid at Wheeler Walker Beach."
Connectivity limitations: Cell coverage varies significantly by location and carrier. Rebecca B. reported of McCaslin Brook, "There was no AT&T to speak of, but TMobile had 20 down/1 up."
Site selection: Choose locations with safer water access for children. Abigail K. shared about Sturgeon Bay Canal: "There's another spot slightly up the road and we saw a couple people RV camping. It's a loose gravel road that isn't lit but we felt safe!"
Tick prevention: Some areas report significant tick populations in tall grass. At Sturgeon Bay Canal, campers were advised, "a couple told us that the longer grass near the gravel lot had a lot of ticks but would still be camp-able. Neither my friend or I got any ticks but we did spray pretty heavily."
Group accommodations: Select larger sites when camping with multiple family members. Michael U. observed about McCaslin Brook Dispersed site: "Tent and some pull through sites spaced down the road. Maybe 4-6 total."
Size restrictions: Most sites accommodate smaller rigs only. At Sturgeon Bay Shipping Canal (BLM), Scott S. noted, "Im in a van/RV. Parked in the lot overnight. Flat, serviceable."
Solar considerations: Tree coverage affects solar panel effectiveness. Rebecca B. shared about Octonto River - South Branch: "The first has more of an opening if solar and Starlink matter to you. The second was tucked in the back where the road turns around."
Ground clearance: Entrance roads often have challenging sections requiring careful navigation. Regarding McCaslin Brook, hesselinkj@yahoo.com warned, "Entrances need a lot of TLC washed out and large drop from paved road. Middle camp site has best access to brook I put a 8 foot pop up in it you could go bigger 20 foot max."
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