Fishing drives most visits to Mineral Lake, a US Forest Service campground set within Chequamegon National Forest outside Glidden, Wisconsin. The site runs from May 1 through October 31 and accommodates rigs up to 45 feet, with picnic tables and campfire rings on hand. Reservations are available. Anglers and RV travelers looking at camping near Chequamegon National Forest will find several Forest Service options in the corridor, including Lake Three roughly 2.4 miles to the northwest. Pets are permitted throughout the season.
Description
Overview
We apologize, this campground is currently closed.
Recreation
Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities among visitors. A boat ramp to the lake is provided off of Forest Service Road 187, about a mile from the campground. Anglers can expect a catch of a variety of freshwater lake and river species, including musky, bass, walleye and pan fish. Eagle watching is also a popular pastime. The forest is home to hundreds of miles of off-road vehicle, hiking and mountain biking trails, as well as numerous lakes, ponds and rivers to sink a line or launch a boat. Access to the North Country National Scenic Trail, which traverses thousands of miles from New York to North Dakota, is available nearby.
Natural Features
The 256-acre Mineral Lake is surrounded by a mixed hardwoods forest. Several campsites overlook the lake and the area is home to a variety of birds, including eagles, and plentiful wildlife.
Nearby Attractions
Morgan Falls and St. Peter's Dome, the highest peak in the forest, are both located nearby and make excellent day trips.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMineral Lake is located in Wisconsin near Mellen
Directions
From Mellen, Wisconsin, take County Highway GG west for about 9 miles to the campground sign. Turn right and drive less than a mile to the campground. From Clam Lake, Wisconsin, take County Highway GG north for about 9 miles to the campground sign and turn left.
Address
32109 County Highway GG
Glidden, WI 54527
Coordinates
46.2902778 N
90.8283333 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 46 min from Duluth, MN
- 2 hrs 12 min from Eau Claire, WI
- 2 hrs 27 min from Wausau, WI
- 3 hrs 9 min from Minneapolis, MN
