Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Popple River, WI
Nestled in the heart of the Chequamegon National Forest, Popple River, WI offers a diverse array of camping options that cater to RV enthusiasts, tent campers, and those seeking the wild allure of dispersed camping. The area’s lush forests, meandering rivers, and scenic trails create a perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures, while the nearby Popple River invites fishing and kayaking enthusiasts alike. For RV campers, facilities at the nearby McCormick Wilderness Campground provide essential amenities alongside picturesque views of the surrounding nature. Tent campers can enjoy designated sites at locations like the Wisconsin River Campground, which offer a more traditional camping experience amidst towering pines and the vibrant flora of the forest. For the truly adventurous, dispersed camping opportunities abound, allowing campers to pitch their tents in less traveled areas, where serenity and quiet are guaranteed. This unspoiled wilderness is ideal for birdwatching, wildlife photography, and stargazing, making Popple River a hidden gem for nature lovers looking to escape into the great outdoors.

















Morgan Lake Campground is located in the Eagle River-Florence Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (2 hrs 12 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,489 feet. There are a total of 9 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $35.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Lost Lake Campground is located in the Eagle River-Florence Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (2 hrs 16 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,527 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, floating sports.
Laura Lake Campground is located in the Lakewood-Laona Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 58 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,494 feet. There are a total of 41 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 39 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 26 and 73 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp.
Luna White Deer Campground is located in the Eagle River-Florence Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 53 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,735 feet. There are a total of 37 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 34 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $18.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, floating sports.
Franklin Lake Campground is located in the Eagle River-Florence Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 51 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,718 feet. There are a total of 77 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 75 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 24 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $18.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Kentuck Lake Campground is located in the Eagle River-Florence Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 49 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,729 feet. There are a total of 31 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of November. 29 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 2 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $15.00 to $18.00. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Laurel Lake Campground is located in the Eagle River-Florence Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 39 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,628 feet. There are a total of 12 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Bear Lake Campground is located in the Lakewood-Laona Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 46 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,390 feet. There are a total of 27 campsites including 5 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of November. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 64 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp.
Spectacle Lake Campground is located in the Eagle River-Florence Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 53 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,769 feet. There are a total of 34 campsites including 1 tent-only site. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. 33 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 25 and 40 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $18.00. Some amenities include drinking water, boat ramp, swimming, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Richardson Lake Campground is located in the Lakewood-Laona Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 24 min northeast of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,584 feet. There are a total of 26 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of November. 1 sites can accommodate RVs between 30 and 56 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp.
Boot Lake Campground is located in the Lakewood-Laona Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 21 min east of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,321 feet. There are a total of 33 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to the end of November. Max equipment length is 88 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $18.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Boulder Lake Campground is located in the Lakewood-Laona Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 16 min east of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,137 feet. There are a total of 47 campsites. The campground is normally open from the beginning of May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 30 and 255 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 15 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $18.00 to $75.00. Some amenities include shower, dump station, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.
Twin Lakes Campground is located in the Medford-Park Falls Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 37 min northwest of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,591 feet. There are a total of 7 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 45 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $15.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include boat ramp. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Smith Rapids Campground is located in the Medford-Park Falls Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 39 min northwest of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,536 feet. There are a total of 8 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. 5 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Sailor Lake Campground is located in the Medford-Park Falls Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 47 min northwest of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,530 feet. There are a total of 25 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. 22 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 35 and 81 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Fees range from $15.00 to $30.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports, ohv allowed from campsite.
Eastwood Campground is located in the Medford-Park Falls Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 16 min northwest of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,485 feet. There are a total of 14 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 27 and 65 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $15.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.
Spearhead Point Campground is located in the Medford-Park Falls Ranger District, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (1 hr 16 min northwest of Wausau, WI) with an elevation of 1,436 feet. There are a total of 16 campsites. The campground is normally open from the end of April to mid October. 15 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 70 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $15.00 to $33.97. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.