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    West Bay Camping Resort and Lake George Campsite welcome dogs with their owners at their campgrounds near Rhinelander. Both properties maintain standard pet policies requiring leashes and proper waste cleanup, with West Bay enforcing a strict "no barking" rule according to visitor reports. Pine Valley Lodge offers pet-friendly cabin accommodations where dogs can join families for lakeside stays. Most campgrounds in the area provide water access, fire pits, and picnic tables at pet-friendly sites, though amenities vary by location. The campgrounds typically feature wooded settings that provide natural surroundings for dog walks. Moen Lake Campground offers a secluded, rustic experience where campers have spotted deer walking through their sites at night.

    Northern Highland American Legion State Forest maintains several pet-friendly campgrounds within driving distance of Rhinelander, including Cunard Lake and Indian Mounds, both allowing leashed pets throughout their facilities. The forest's extensive trail systems provide excellent dog walking opportunities with varied terrain through Wisconsin's northwoods. Lake access points are common at these campgrounds, allowing dogs to cool off during summer months. Visitors to Cunard Lake should note its designation as a "Quiet" campground with strict noise regulations prohibiting generators and loud activities. The campground areas feature a mix of drive-in and walk-in sites, with some offering direct lake access. Most state forest campgrounds maintain clean bathroom facilities and have fire pits for evening relaxation with pets.

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      1. West Bay Camping Resort

      3.3(4)4mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Located down a quiet paved road just 2 miles outside of town. You are close to the action but dont have to listen to it. Some sites are tight/close and others you could turn around in."

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      2. Lake George Campsite

      4.5(2)6mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents

      "Walked down to lake, very pretty.
      Very close to highway, very quiet on week days. We had fun!!"

      "Directly across from Lake George, easy and serene."

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      3. Moen Lake Campground & RV Park

      4.0(1)6mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents

      "If you want a quiet, secluded campground where you can just sit back and enjoy being out in the woods(we had deer walk through the back of our campsite at night), then you will enjoy this campground."

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      4. Cunard Lake — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      4.5(6)17mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "We had the perfect set up.. right on the water and tucked into the woods. Our neighbors were to far to hear us and the bathrooms were near by!"

      "Some provide camper access, walk in private access and water access. Cunard Lake allows non motorized watercrafts and has a great swimming area."

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      5. Clear Lake Campground — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      4.6(8)19mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "There is a paved bike path through the woods all the way to the registraion area. We arrived at our campsite, unloaded the bikes, then proceeded to ride to check in."

      "Campsite is very near a lake with plenty of wildlife. The weather is unpredictable so bring extra layers just in case."

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      6. Pine Valley Lodge

      3.0(1)6mi from RhinelanderCabins

      from $80 - $372 / night

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      7. Pelican Lake Campground

      5.0(1)14mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents

      "Needed a place to stay in northern Wisconsin for a week and this campground was available. Great place for kids, right on Pelican Lake for fishing and boating, and nice friendly staff. VERY clean!"

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      8. Musky Lake Campground — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      4.8(16)27mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents

      "The loons on the lake are the epitome of the north woods! I camp to enjoy wildlife, so this is a plus. Nice hiking trails nearby. Numerous bike paths as well."

      "Lakeside sites have their own path to the lake. Campers would leave their water “toys” ashore for use the next day. Loons singing; very peaceful."

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      9. Terrace View Campsites

      4.0(1)14mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "Swam in lake. Very family and pet friendly. Would go back!! Recycling avail."

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      10. Indian Mounds — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      3.3(3)17mi from RhinelanderRVs, Tents

      "Nestled on Lake Tomahawk, this small campground is comprised of drive-in and walk-in sites. Walk-in sites being tent camp only, which is the option we took."

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    • Molly B.
      Jun. 28, 2024

      Pine Valley Lodge

      Great view, Cabins run down and Beach was a mess

      We have been coming here for a long time. It is under new management and we thought things would get better. While we were here other guests trashed the beach and had dogs running and using the bathroom throughout the campsite. The rules for dogs were to keep them on leashes and clean up after them. These rules were not being followed which caused the beach, in the past is lovely, but with the dogs using it as a bathroom the beach smelt like poop. Nobody in our week of staying cleaned up after them so we needed to go somewhere else to swim. If your place is pet friendly please make sure to keep up with your own rules. The cabins are run down but showers are hot and the utilities are still able to be used

    • Debra R.
      Jun. 29, 2020

      Terrace View Campsites

      Family & Pet Friendly

      Welcoming, clean and charming old fashioned camping & RV’ing. Nice paved road coming in. Friendly owner on site. Convenient dump station. Water and Electric. Swam in lake. Very family and pet friendly. Would go back!! Recycling avail.

    • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jul. 20, 2021

      North Trout Lake Campground — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      Great lakeside sites (the others are nice too)

      This large campground stretches out along the lakeshore. Some sites have beautiful lake views(we suggest trying those first). There are also some double sites that would nestle you in closely with your neighbors- perfect for a larger group. A few walk in spots are available too. 

      The nature trail doesn’t allow pets which was sad. However the paved bike route is nearby and goes for miles. Town is a short bike ride away. This weekend was an organized ride so it was quite a busy path. A couple days later the town had a large garage sale-type fair. The cookies and jam were great! 

      This was a great discovery. We are adding this to our places to return to. 

      The lake is beautiful and has a nice picnic area with a place to launch your boat.

    • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Jun. 5, 2019

      Sailor Lake NF Campground

      Spacious sites in the Wisconsin woods

      Nestled within Wisconsin forest you find Sailor Lake. This national forest campground has water access as well as sites away from the lake. We stayed at site 12 - a pull through site away from the water.

      Many, although not all, of the waterside sites are for tents. You park and carry your gear down a few steps for a close to the water feel. There is an open area for everyone to enjoy the lake - it’s filled with purple flowers today. With plenty of woods around, all sites offer privacy but they have different vibes. Plenty of choice here so look around or reserve one. Plenty of sites available for walk-ins too. A couple of vault toilets, garage receptacle and water source round out a nice camp.

      ATV trails as well as non-motorized trails are plentiful. We hiked on them and it was nice. Minimal cell signal encourages disconnecting for your stay.

    • Heather M.
      Oct. 11, 2018

      North Trout Lake Campground — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      Weekend stay

      Loved the water view from our campsite, unfortunately on the other side was the main entrance and a highway so vehicular traffic sound was prominent. Sites are large, with some tree coverage. Many families with kids and dogs. Well maintained and great walking and biking trails in the park and surrounding area.

    • Jay W.
      Jul. 18, 2018

      North Trout Lake Campground — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      Great Location for Biking and Camping

      Nice campground situated in Northern Wisconsin in the North Highland American Legion State Forest. Over 900 lakes and 225,000 acres. As you will read from my other reviews of campgrounds in this area, this is the place to be if you love camping, fishing or bicycling. This is the bicycle trail capital in the State of Wisconsin for sure! There are paved bicycle trails connecting every campground and every town. There are nature trails everywhere that vary in length. North Trout Lake is a nice lake to swim in an can get pretty wavy with good winds, swim at your own risk, the beach is Sandy but turns to rock the further you go in. This campground offers some awesome walk-in campsites situated in front of the water near the beach. There are also numerous standard sites that sit on the water but it can be tough to get one during peak season. This campground also offers good size camp sites with plenty of room to set up. . There are no showers or flush toilets at this location but the restrooms were clean and there are plenty of water pumps for fresh water. If you can live with the minimum this campground is nice. This campground is about and 18 min drive. Northeast from the tourist town of Minaqua and 7 minutes drive from Bolder Junction, another tourist town that is located just East. Bicycle trails lead you to either direction. Both towns have convinces of dining, services, and lodging if needed.

    • Cynthia B.
      Aug. 4, 2021

      Ada Lake NF Campground

      Beautiful, quiet, national forest

      A nice little beach, quiet well spaced sites, and nearby snowmobile/hiking trails. The lake it small with a few lake cabins across the lake. The camp host was great, keeping things clean and maintained a small camp library. No dogs allowed on the beach or even in the beach area. Some beautiful lakeside sites available. Lots of frogs and basically no bugs!

    • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
      Sep. 26, 2021

      Boot Lake Campground

      Secluded lake camping

      This campground is near Townsend. If this one s full just continue down the road to Boulder Lake Campground. 

      We liked the diversity of campsites. You can find your own space and even add in some shade. Vault toilets and water can be found. Garbage bins are here too. The boat launch gives you access to the peaceful Boot Lake. We aren’t into fishing but liked that hiking isn’t too far. The Quartz Hill Trail is a bit of a drive past Townsend. 

      This is a peaceful respite in the Wisconsin woods.

    • S
      Sep. 29, 2018

      Musky Lake Campground — Northern Highland - American Legion State Forest

      Wooded Sites Along the Lake

      Musky Lake Campground is a nice campground. We camped mid-late June and had a nice little trip. Here's the good and the bad.

      The good:

      A surplus of dragonflies means that mosquitos were NOT a problem. As someone who gets eaten alive this is important.

      Deer are rampant in the area. The loons on the lake are the epitome of the north woods! I camp to enjoy wildlife, so this is a plus.

      Nice hiking trails nearby. Numerous bike paths as well.

      Large bathroom facility with flush toilets and showers.

      The bad:

      Sites are close together. I prefer a bit more privacy than they allow.

      Lake access from the site is...existent at best. I was able to launch my inflatable kayak very carefully between the sticks and weeds, though I'm not sure anything bigger or heavier would be worth launching from the site.

      No beach swimming areas for dogs. There's a dog friendly picnic area, but it is certainly no place to let your dog swim.This was disappointing. Many of the trails are also off limits for dogs which is beyond me, though this is unrelated to the actual campground I'm sure.

      All in all Musky Lake is worth checking out. There is a nice human friendly beach at nearby (you can walk there) Crystal Lake. The location is good, not too far from civilization for those who like a grocery store nearby.The sites were level and had plenty of room for our 2 tents. This area has to be on your list if you are a bike rider! I felt out of place because everyone up there had their bikes, and I could see why.

    Guide to Rhinelander

    West Bay Camping Resort and Pine Valley Lodge accommodate pets with designated outdoor areas for dog walking. Tent, RV, cabin, and glamping options provide versatile lodging for travelers with animals throughout the Rhinelander area. Lake George Campsite maintains a small, quiet environment with 10 sites where pets are welcome on leashes. Most campgrounds enforce waste cleanup rules to maintain cleanliness, with West Bay specifically prohibiting excessive barking. Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest campgrounds including Cunnard Lake, Clear Lake, and Indian Mounds all permit pets with standard leash requirements. Campers note the campgrounds are generally clean with adequate space for pets to exercise without disturbing neighbors.

    Several lakefront properties offer pets swimming access, though owners should supervise animals near water. Cunard Lake Campground provides peaceful surroundings with hiking trails suitable for leashed dogs, and loon calls create a serene atmosphere for pets and owners alike. The campground's quiet designation prohibits noise-producing devices, creating a calm environment beneficial for nervous pets. Terrace View Campsites features a paved access road making dog walks more comfortable. West Bay Camping Resort connects to wildlife school trails across the road offering additional pet exercise opportunities. Most campgrounds maintain clean facilities and toilet areas, though pet owners should bring portable water bowls as drinking water access varies between locations. Rhinelander's surrounding forests provide extensive hiking options for dogs who enjoy woodland exploration.

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