Wanoka Lake Campground, near Mason, WI, is surrounded by forested terrain and offers access to Wanoka Lake. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 20s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include the Chequamegon National Forest and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.

JULY 2024

The Wanoka Lake Campground in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest will be closed starting July 19, 2024, to conduct site improvements. mprovements will be made to site drainage and the campground access roads (FR243, 243A, and 243B), boat launch access, and overflow parking area will be repaved. Solar electrical service and a wastewater holding tank will be added to the host site. FR243 will remain open during the repaving process.

Wanoka Recreation Area is located off an ATV route that connects to local ATV trails and other open routes. Visitors may ride their ATV or smaller UTVs to and from the route. ATVs may not be used to drive around the campground for fun. ATVs need to be kept on their trailers or on the parking spur on the site. Located approximately 7 miles east of Iron River, this campground is located on a 15-acre lake that has panfish and trout. Wanoka Lake Campground has 20 sites. Each site has a defined parking spur, fire ring, picnic table, and tent pad, and can accommodate RV's up to 35 feet. Please help to not increase the size of the area and keep all equipment on the parking spur. There are two pull-through sites. Drinking water and vault toilets are available. There is a carry-in-boat access. Did you forget something? Don't sweat it! The small town of Iron River can meet your camping supply needs ranging from groceries to firewood. If you need an out-of-state fishing or ATV/UTV license, Iron River gas stations have these available for purchase. So, if you like to fish, kayak, hike, bike or enjoy being close to town, then the Wanoka Recreation Area is the place for you, conveniently located just a short drive from Iron River.

Wanoka Lake Campground - TEMPORARILY CLOSED

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Iron River, WI has a lot to offer. Iron River is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Ready to plan your adventure? Check out our campgrounds near Iron River and user-submitted reviews.

Iron River

The Best Camping Near Iron River, Wisconsin

This is your typical National Forest campground.  Very few amenities, a small lake, and a few hiking trails.  The positives is it is easy to find, it is right off of the highway, and if you have an ATV you will be able to use the ATV trails.  It's not bad for an overnight stay.

Wanoka is your standard National Forest Campground

Wanoka is a quiet campground just off the Hwy 2. It has a nice little trout pond and is a good place to teach the younger kids fishing skills.
It is however not ideal for young ones who like to play as there is no playground.


Nice and quiet.

Typical USFS campground in the Chequamegon NF. First come first served, self pay, no host, very green and lush and private sites.

  

$15/night. Some sites are pull through. A few are level, but most would be difficult for us to get level enough to be comfortable. Not sure of the length limit here but we had no problems in our 26ft class c. Roads are narrow and the low hanging branches scraped along the top and sides of our rig, but no damage. 

  

There is a trash dumpster here, and even a recycling bin, a nice surprise. There is potable water at the campground (per note at spigot water is safe to drink but will leave rust residue). Vault toilets here as well. 

  

The lake is nice and peaceful and small, and bugs/mosquitos weren’t too bad. There’s a little dock at the lake but you can’t drive your boat down, you have to carry it on foot. 

  

Surprisingly decent Verizon and ATT service. Hardly anybody here. Beautiful and quiet and serene.

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