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Best Dispersed Camping near Wabeno, WI

24 Reviews

The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest around Wabeno offers several dispersed camping options along rivers and small lakes. McCaslin Brook Dispersed site provides three sites with picnic tables, fire rings, and a vault toilet for $5 per night. Sites vary in size, with the largest accommodating RVs up to 20 feet, while the smallest is suitable for tents only. Several campers note rough access points with washed-out entrances requiring careful navigation.

Mountain Lakes Road and Oconto River sites provide more primitive options with varying accessibility. A camper observed the Oconto River site has "a small site, little rough to get into" while another warned "4x4 recommended. 2WD truck couldn't make it easily." Further north, dispersed sites around Wolf Lake, Woodbury Lake, and McKinley Lake offer scenic water access with basic amenities like fire rings and picnic tables. Most sites accommodate tents and small trailers but have limited parking. According to one visitor, "The small lake belongs to a pair of loons that will share their fish and sandy beach."

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Best Dispersed Sites Near Wabeno, Wisconsin (18)

    1. McCaslin Brook Dispersed site

    5 Reviews
    Lakewood, WI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (715) 362-1300

    "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."

    2. Octonto River - South Branch

    1 Review
    Townsend, WI
    15 miles

    "There are 2 campsites at this trailhead, pretty well spaced apart.  The first has more of an opening if solar and Starlink matter to you."

    3. Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road

    4 Reviews
    Mountain, WI
    21 miles

    "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 :)"

    4. Mountain Lakes Rd Dispersed

    1 Review
    Mountain, WI
    18 miles

    "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."

    5. Woodbury Lake Campsite

    2 Reviews
    Hiles, WI
    30 miles

    "This remote site has a sandy beach great for swimming or paddling. There is space for a trailer."

    "Tent spot by lake boat access."

    6. Wolf Lake Campsite

    2 Reviews
    Three Lakes, WI
    31 miles

    "I had 8 foot pop up could fit a 20 footer easy or tent camp. Seen two fire ring along the right shore of lake accessable by water."

    "The small lake belongs to a pair of loons that will share their fish and sandy beach. The parking area is adequate, I’ve seen small trailers set up here. Many hiking trails are nearby."

    7. Farr Lake Wooded Camp

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    Mountain, WI
    24 miles

    8. Indian Lake

    1 Review
    Three Lakes, WI
    35 miles

    "The campsite is just off a paved road making it easily accessible. It’s intended for tents, but a small trailer might fit in the parking area. Many hiking opportunities are nearby."

    9. McKinley Lake Dispersed

    1 Review
    Three Lakes, WI
    36 miles

    "A single campsite can park next to tent only. Access to lake"

    10. Three Johns Lake Dispersed

    1 Review
    Three Lakes, WI
    37 miles

    "Short walk to campsite only one on lake. 5 dollar parking national Forest."

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  • hesselinkj@yahoo.com
    Aug. 22, 2024

    McCaslin Brook Dispersed site

    Nice sites along brook

    There 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.

  • Robyn B.
    Jun. 14, 2025

    McCaslin Brook Dispersed site

    Hidden little gem by the brooke

    There 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.

  • hesselinkj@yahoo.com
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Robinson Lake Dispersed Campsite

    Nice secluded spot

    Two sites on lake some distance apart. Sand bottom on shore, picknick table and fire ring. No fee for camping can stay 14 days.

  • hesselinkj@yahoo.com
    Aug. 2, 2024

    Three Johns Lake Dispersed

    Walk in campsite

    Tents only. Short walk to campsite only one on lake. 5 dollar parking national Forest.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 12, 2024

    Horn Lake Camping

    Excellent camp spot

    Great spot right on the water. There are 2 camp spots with stone rings. They are about 40' apart on a cul-de-sac at the end of the road where the boat launch is. I'd suggest using your own firepit/ grill if you have one as some moron decided burning tires in the firepit was a good idea. It's a beautiful spot. Very quiet. Land to the north is private property, so keep that in mind. You'll see a few houses on the way in.
    If you travel to the left where the road "T's" off, take care. The road is tight and very twisty. There are numerous spots to camp, but no pits to the left. I would not recommend going to the left unless the max your hauling is a teardrop. Anyone up to 20' would be OK going to the right where the established 2 sites are.

  • hesselinkj@yahoo.com
    Jan. 10, 2025

    FR 2140 Dispersed off Hidden Lakes Trail

    Nice Spot in National forest

    Winter camped here, was a nice spot pic nik table, fire ring, wilderness toilet. There is hiking trail access from campsite,but no water access to butternut lake or it would have been 5 star. There is access down the road.Did get one bar of cell (cricket) full with 20 foot ant. Note I've been through here in summer and the road is gravel very dusty from traffic.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 12, 2024

    Horn Lake Camping

    Great Little Spot

    A few mosquitoes, but the wind kept them to a minimum! Great view of the lake and very private. About 2 miles of dirt road to get there. Turn right when you get to ATV trail. Two camp sites 10 yards apart.

  • hesselinkj@yahoo.com
    Sep. 11, 2024

    Wolf Lake Campsite

    Wolf lake campsite

    Small campsite along paved road,fire ring and picnic table ,wilderness toilet. Stayed two nights in September it was quiet fishing was so so. I had 8 foot pop up could fit a 20 footer easy or tent camp. Seen two fire ring along the right shore of lake accessable by water.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    McCaslin Brook Dispersed site

    Shady, Creek-Side, $5 Fee

    There 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.

Guide to Wabeno

Discover the beauty of dispersed camping near Wabeno, Wisconsin, where nature lovers can find serene spots away from the crowds. With a variety of locations offering unique experiences, this area is perfect for those looking to immerse themselves in the great outdoors.

Scenic River Access for Dispersed Campers

  • The Oconto River off Mountain Lake Road offers a picturesque setting right by the river, making it an ideal spot for fishing and relaxing by the water.
  • Campers can enjoy a quiet atmosphere with only two sites available, ensuring a peaceful experience surrounded by nature.
  • Access to the river is just a short walk away, providing a perfect opportunity for a refreshing dip or a scenic picnic.

Top Activities While Free Camping Near Wabeno

  • At the McCaslin Brook Dispersed site, visitors can enjoy hiking along the brook, with three distinct sites to choose from, including one suitable for larger campers.
  • The area is known for its off-road vehicle trails, making it a great base for ATV enthusiasts looking to explore the surrounding wilderness.
  • Wildlife watching is a popular activity here, with the chance to spot various species while enjoying the natural beauty of the brook.

Dispersed Campers Should Check Out Mountain Lakes Road

  • The Mountain Lakes Rd Dispersed area is perfect for those who enjoy rustic camping, with ample space for tents and RVs.
  • This location is conveniently situated near ATV trails, making it a favorite among off-road adventurers looking for easy access to the trails.
  • Campers can take advantage of the fire ring and picnic table provided, enhancing their outdoor cooking and dining experience.

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Which is the most popular dispersed campsite near Wabeno, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dispersed campground near Wabeno, WI is McCaslin Brook Dispersed site with a 3.4-star rating from 5 reviews.

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