RV campgrounds near Drummond, Wisconsin accommodate campers from May through October with most facilities closing for winter. The area sits in Wisconsin's Northwoods region, characterized by glacial lakes, dense pine forests, and abundant wildlife including black bears and bald eagles. Cell service varies significantly throughout the region with stronger connections near larger towns like Hayward and Ashland.
What to do
Kayaking lake systems: The Apostle Islands area offers exceptional paddling opportunities with routes suitable for various skill levels. "We kayaked to many campgrounds and islands in the national lakeshore. paddling a total of 60 miles we were able to make it to 3 different island campgrounds," shares one visitor at Apostle Islands Area RV Park and Camping.
Lake fishing: Nelson Lake near Hayward provides excellent fishing access for RV campers. "Nice restrooms and showers. Fish cleaning facility. Has a boat launch within the campground and slips to park your boat by your site. The campground sits on Nelson Lake. Fantastic fishing!!" notes a camper at Sunrise Bay Campgrounds and RV Park.
Hiking trails: Multiple camping areas connect to local trail systems for day hikes. A visitor at Apostle Islands Area RV Park reports, "My husband and I stayed at the only shoreline campsite one October. There is a nice privy, bear box, fire pit and picnic table. The hike was a bit more challenging with a lot of up-and-down hills."
What campers like
Lake Superior views: Waterfront sites along the Great Lakes shoreline provide scenic views and water access. At Kreher RV Park in Ashland, campers appreciate the location: "This is a great campground. It's directly on the lake, and it's connected to a bike trail that you can take to downtown or farther north along the lake."
Peace and quiet: Many campgrounds in the region offer tranquil settings away from traffic noise. A camper at Top O' the Morn Resort & Campground notes: "Peaceful and Beautiful. Lake is calm and peaceful. Saw a lot of wildlife and heard the sounds of loons in the AM and evening."
Wildlife viewing: The area supports diverse wildlife populations. "We had a wonderful weekend there and saw a few black bears. And one even meandered through our camp site. And enjoyed the sounds of the waves and hiked a few of the trails," writes a visitor to Apostle Islands Area.
What you should know
First-come sites fill early: Many RV campgrounds in the area operate without reservations. A Kreher RV Park visitor warns: "We arrived around 6 after changing flat tire and there were no sites available. Park looked well maintained and nice waterfront sites."
Off-season closures: Most campgrounds close for winter. Frontier RV Park and Campground in Saxon remains open year-round with full hookups, making it an exception in the region.
Site layouts: Spacing between campsites varies significantly between facilities. A camper at Frontier RV Park observed: "Not super spacious but the place is clean and the people are friendly. The bar & grill have a decent menu and the thin crust pizza was yummy."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer playground equipment for children. A visitor at Frontier RV Park mentions: "Large playground, biking, hiking" among the family-friendly amenities.
Swimming areas: Designated swimming spots make water access safer for children. A visitor at Top O' the Morn Resort describes: "Lake has swimming area and swim platform, it's a lake so there are small fish, snails and grass in that area."
Rainy day activities: Indoor options help during bad weather. At Nelson Lake Lodge near Hayward, seasonal campers create community: "The other seasonal RVs were very friendly and seemed to be having a good time gathering together in the evenings."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling needs: Many campgrounds require some leveling adjustments. A Nelson Lake Lodge visitor noted: "The pad was concrete and level, included a nice patio, a picnic table, some nice planters and well maintained grass on the driver's side of our rig."
Tight access at some parks: Larger rigs may face challenges at certain facilities. The same Nelson Lake Lodge visitor shared: "The site was a little tight getting into with our 35' TT because of the approach. But we made it in with some direction from the campground host."
Sewer hookup variations: Connection types differ between parks. At Nelson Lake Lodge, a camper reported: "Had a little trouble getting our sewer hose to fit tightly but I tried something new and flipped the sewer donut upside down and was able to get a tight seal."
