What are the hours and season for Day Lake?

Day Lake is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Day Lake?

Day Lake is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Day Lake"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/day-lake to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Day Lake

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing

Hayward, WI4.5 (53)

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Day Lake Campground is situated in northwestern Wisconsin, not far from the shores of Lake Superior. The spacious and peaceful Day Lake offers a family-friendly campground with swimming beaches, a boat launch and picnic area. Day Lake is a designated off-road vehicle campground, allowing off-road vehicle use to and from the nearby trails.The campground offers dozens of single-family campsites for tent and RV camping.

Things to do nearby

Chequamegon-Nicolet NFDay Lake

Best For

AnglersBoatersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Camp Host

Fishing

Boat Launch

Firewood for Sale

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Day Lake cost per night?+

Day Lake costs $18 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Day Lake open?+

Day Lake is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Day Lake have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Day Lake?+

Day Lake can accommodate RVs up to 60 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Day Lake?+

Day Lake is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Day Lake from the nearest town?+

Day Lake is located in Hayward, WI. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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