Birch Grove

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WI, WI

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$30 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

Birch Grove Recreation Area is a family favorite if you are looking for a base camp to explore the Bayfield Peninsula. It is nestled between East and West Twin Lakes. If you like to boat, fish and camp then the Birch Grove Recreation Area is the place for you.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/birch-grove to be notified when sites open up.

Birch Grove Recreation Area is a family favorite nestled between East and West Twin Lakes, offering an excellent base camp to explore the Bayfield Peninsula with both boat access on the lakes and nearby berry picking in the Moquah Barrens during late summer.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, American Beaver, and White-tailed Deer present in the area within 8km radius.

Insider tips for Birch Grove: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand Both East and West Twin Lakes have small boat access for fishing and boating Campground is conveniently located 8 miles west of Washburn

Skip Birch Grove if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites, only suitable for self-contained RVs. You need camping outside May through October — campground operates seasonally. You prefer larger campgrounds — only 16 total sites available.

Best time to visit Birch Grove: Late summer — Berry picking is a popular activity in nearby Moquah Barrens during late summer.

Nearby campgrounds: Horseshoe Lake Campground (WI), Wanoka Campground (WI), Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Camping Permits (Bayfield, WI), Perch Lake Campground (Washburn, WI).