Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Day Lake Campground
Day Lake sits tucked into the Chequamegon-Nicolet at the end of a short gravel spur, offering 28 sites around a crystal-clear 40-acre lake. Most sites have lake views, fire rings, and picnic tables, with vault toilets and a boat launch for small watercraft. The campground stays relatively quiet even in summer, with decent spacing between sites and thick forest buffer.
Access via Forest Road 142 off Highway 70 — watch for the small brown sign. The final mile is gravel but passable for any vehicle. Open May through October, with prime fishing for walleye and bass. No reservations, so arrive early on summer weekends.
Quiet USFS lake camping in the Chequamegon
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Eagle River, Wisconsin |
| Miles from pavement | 3.2 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Gravel |
| Cell service | None |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 28 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $20.00 / night |
| Reservation required | No |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | May-October |
| Land manager | USFS |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Fire ring, Picnic table, Toilets |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |
Approximate Location
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