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South Trout Lake — Northern Highland State Forest

South Trout Lake in Northern Highland State Forest is near Boulder Junction, WI. The area features forested terrain with numerous lakes and rivers. Summer temperatures range from 50°F to 80°F, while winter temperatures can drop to 0°F. Visitors can explore nearby attractions such as the North Lakeland Discovery Center and the Manitowish Waters Chain of Lakes.

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South Trout Lake — Northern Highland State Forest is located in Wisconsin

Directions

Directions to Crystal Lake Campground where you must register before setting up camp: From the intersection of Highways 51 and 47 in Woodruff, travel Highway 51 north 6.2 miles to Highway M. Turn right on Highway M and drive 2.7 miles to Highway N. Turn right on Highway N and travel 2 miles, the Crystal Lake entrance is on the left.

Coordinates

46.02338077 N
89.65365928 W

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Connectivity

T-Mobile
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VerizonLTE
Some Coverage
Verified by 2 users
Last on 3/20/26
AT&T
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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

For Vehicles

Big Rig Friendly

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General Info

Drive Time

1 hr 14 min from Wausau, WI
2 hrs 35 min from Eau Claire, WI
2 hrs 37 min from Green Bay, WI
2 hrs 46 min from Duluth, MN

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3 Reviews

Campers regularly cited clean facilities and flat sites as positives. Numerous guests pointed out heavy boat traffic and lack of privacy as main drawbacks, making it better suited as a stopover location.

Scott M.

Legend

Reviewed Nov. 11, 2022

Busy Busy Busy

Small campground that is super busy with boaters. There isn't a great parking lot for the amount of boats coming and going. I would say this isn't the best place to turn kids loose. I would say this is a great stopover place. The sites were nice but nothing amazing about them. No privacy in this campground as there just isn't much space. The vault toilets were clean and stocked. Water spigot worked so it has everything you need to get away.

This is another campground that can be good if you are on your bike and going from town to town on the trails. I did ride a bit and it was nice on the trails. Time to come is in the fall when it is a bit chillier as the park is not as busy.

Month of VisitSeptember

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Art S.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 20, 2021

Small campground that is popular with day use

This is much smaller than the north trout lake campground. There were also a bunch of trucks with boat trailers parked on the road in. This means that there is a lot of activity here.

The sites are ok. They look nice and are on a small loop. Toilets and water are available. The drawback for us was that it’s just a busier place. The road along the lake is the bike route. Ride towards Boulder Junction and there are beautiful spots to stop and enjoy. Several benches can be found or just keep going all the way to town. This paved path is perfect for walking too- we did several miles a day with our dog.

You can drive across the main road and find Little John Lake too. We found people putting their boats in to go fishing.

Month of VisitJune

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Steve S.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 13, 2020

Beautiful Lake, Nice Campground, On Bike Trail

Although none of the sites are on the water, it’s just a short walk to the water from any site in the campground. The campground is clean, has vault toilets, and pumps for water. The sites don’t offer a lot of privacy, but are generally flat and easy to access. We kayaked for a few hours-beautiful and clear lake. It’s a rocky, not sandy, bottom. If you bike, this is definitely a good place to stay. It’s right on the bike trail and a short ride to Boulder Junction, where you can get cold beer, good food, and great service at Aqualand. Aqualand has all outdoor service and seemed very safe from a Covid 19 standpoint.

Month of VisitJuly

Frequently Asked Questions

What facilities and amenities are available at South Trout Lake Campground?

South Trout Lake Campground offers basic but functional amenities for campers. The facilities include vault toilets and water pumps throughout the grounds. The campsites are generally flat and easy to access, arranged in a small loop formation. While the sites don't provide much privacy between neighbors, they are well-maintained and clean. The campground has boat launch access, which makes it popular among boaters and fishermen. Note that the high boat traffic can create a busy atmosphere, especially during peak seasons.

Where is South Trout Lake Campground located in Wisconsin?

South Trout Lake Campground is located in the Northern Highland State Forest in northern Wisconsin. It sits on the southern portion of Trout Lake, making it convenient for water activities. The campground is smaller than its counterpart, North Trout Lake Campground, which is on the same lake. While the campsites aren't directly on the water, they're just a short walk to the shoreline from any site in the campground.

Is there a map of South Trout Lake Campground showing campsite locations?

While specific map information isn't detailed in available sources, visitors can typically obtain campground maps from the Northern Highland State Forest office or at the campground entrance. The campground features a simple loop layout with sites that are generally easy to locate. For the most accurate and current map showing the layout and individual campsite locations, contact the Wisconsin DNR or check their official website before your trip. Since this is a state forest campground, official maps should be readily available through state resources.

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