Best Campgrounds near Lake Nebagamon, WI
Northern Wisconsin's Lake Nebagamon area features a diverse range of camping options within a 30-mile radius, from rustic state forest sites to full-service campgrounds. Amnicon Falls State Park Campground, located 15 miles northwest in South Range, offers wooded sites with vault toilets and drinking water, while Brule River State Forest provides both drive-in and paddle-in camping opportunities along its scenic waterways. Pattison State Park, home to Wisconsin's tallest waterfall, maintains year-round camping with electric hookups and shower facilities. For those seeking more amenities, Top O' the Morn Resort & Campground near Iron River provides full hookups, showers, and cabin rentals from May through mid-October.
Wisconsin state parks require entrance fees in addition to camping fees, with higher rates for non-residents that can increase costs significantly. As one camper noted, "If it was simply about the location, this would get five plus stars because it's so beautiful! But if you're from out of state, the prices are even more expensive." Most campgrounds in the region are open seasonally from May through September, though several state parks maintain limited winter access. Mosquitoes are frequently mentioned in reviews, with one visitor advising to "bring bulk bug spray." Rocky soil can make tent stake placement challenging, and severe weather can move through quickly, particularly during summer months.
Campers consistently praise the region's natural features, particularly the waterfalls at Amnicon Falls and Pattison State Parks. "Personally I find this park to be more beautiful than Gooseberry Falls, yet much less known," wrote one visitor about Amnicon Falls. Sites throughout the area typically include fire rings and picnic tables, with varying levels of privacy. The Brule River receives special attention for its paddling opportunities, with one reviewer noting it has "selection of paddle-in or hike-in campsites along the river, large campsites nestled in tall forest pines that could accommodate fishing or canoeing groups." Proximity to Duluth, Minnesota (about 30 minutes from many campgrounds) allows for convenient supply runs while maintaining a northwoods experience.
