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Chippewa

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing

Location: MEDFORD, WI, WI

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$36 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (100 reviews)

Season: May through October

Chippewa Campground sits on the eastern shores of the Chequamegon Waters Flowage, where the bass fishing is spectacular. Its location provides visitors of any age with access to a variety of recreation opportunities, including fishing, water sports, and more. Chippewa Campground offers 78 campsties, 41 of which can be reserved.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Chippewa Campground sits on the eastern shores of Chequamegon Waters Flowage with spectacular bass fishing. The location provides access to a variety of recreation opportunities including fishing, water sports, boating, and a beach.

Wildlife alert: Mountain Bluebirds, Pileated Woodpeckers, Ruffed Grouse, and garter snakes are present in the area.

Insider tips for Chippewa: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand. Only 41 of 78 campsites can be reserved; arrive early for unreserved sites. Bring a self-contained RV as most sites have no hookups despite electric hookups being listed as available.

Skip Chippewa if: You need full RV hookups; most sites do not offer them.. You plan to visit November through April; campground is seasonal.. You cannot reserve in advance; unreserved sites are limited..

Best time to visit Chippewa: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Picnic Point (Wi) (MEDFORD, WI), Spearhead Point Shelter (MEDFORD, WI), West Point Recreation Area (Westboro, WI), Eastwood (MEDFORD, WI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Chippewa

Cell signal at Chippewa (MEDFORD, WI): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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MEDFORD, WI, WI★ 4 (100 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Chippewa Campground sits on the eastern shores of the Chequamegon Waters Flowage, where the bass fishing is spectacular. Its location provides visitors of any age with access to a variety of recreation opportunities, including fishing, water sports, and more. Chippewa Campground offers 78 campsties, 41 of which can be reserved.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Hookups18 electric sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
ToiletsFlush toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking WaterElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesShowersFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsDump StationBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups; most sites do not offer them.✕ You plan to visit November through April; campground is seasonal.✕ You cannot reserve in advance; unreserved sites are limited.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand.

Only 41 of 78 campsites can be reserved; arrive early for unreserved sites.

Bring a self-contained RV as most sites have no hookups despite electric hookups being listed as available.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 100%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Mountain Bluebirds, Pileated Woodpeckers, Ruffed Grouse, and garter snakes are present in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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715-748-4875· Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
Getting there →

From Medford, Wisconsin, travel north on State Highway 13 for 4 miles. Turn left onto County Road M and continue for about 24 miles then turn left onto Forest Road 1417.

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Chequamegon-Nicolet NF fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Chequamegon-Nicolet NF before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Chippewa cost per night?+
Chippewa costs $15–$36 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Chippewa open?+
Chippewa is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Chippewa have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Chippewa?+
Chippewa is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Chippewa?+
Chippewa is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Chippewa?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Chippewa is rated moderate. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Chippewa open, and what are check-in times?+
Chippewa is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$15 /night★ 4 (100)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Picnic Point (Wi)

MEDFORD, WI

From $75/night

Spearhead Point Shelter

MEDFORD, WI

From $25/night

West Point Recreation Area

Westboro, WI

From $15/night

Eastwood

MEDFORD, WI

From $15/night

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