Lake Three

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Glidden, WI, WI

Price: From $20 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

We apologize, this campground is currently closed. While in the area, visitors are encouraged to visit Morgan Falls, St. Peter’s Dome, and the Penokee Overlook, all of which are just a short drive from the campground.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Lake Three offers excellent fishing for musky, bass, and pan fish, plus access to the adjacent North Country National Scenic Trail which stretches 4,600 miles from New York to North Dakota. Water activities include kayaking, canoeing, and swimming.

Wildlife alert: North American Porcupine, American Beaver, Trumpeter Swan, and Common Snapping Turtle present in area

Insider tips for Lake Three: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available Access the North Country National Scenic Trail directly from the campground for day hikes

Skip Lake Three if: You need RV hookups. You plan to visit November through April when the campground is closed. You require developed amenities beyond fire rings and picnic tables.

Best time to visit Lake Three: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Beaver Lake (Chequamegon-Nicolet Nf, Wi) (Hayward, WI), Mineral Lake (Glidden, WI), Namekagon (Hayward, WI), East Twin (Hayward, WI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lake Three

Cell signal at Lake Three (Glidden, WI): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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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Glidden, WI, WI★ 4 (0 reviews)From $20/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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We apologize, this campground is currently closed. While in the area, visitors are encouraged to visit Morgan Falls, St. Peter’s Dome, and the Penokee Overlook, all of which are just a short drive from the campground.

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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
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Fishing

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 RV hookups✕ You plan to visit November through April when the campground is closed✕ You require developed amenities beyond fire rings and picnic tables

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available

Access the North Country National Scenic Trail directly from the campground for day hikes

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months 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 · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: North American Porcupine, American Beaver, Trumpeter Swan, and Common Snapping Turtle present in area

Location

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715-634-4821· Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
Getting there →

34412 Mineral Lake Rd. (FR 198) From Mellen, Wisconsin; Take County Highway GG west for about 8 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 187/Mineral Lake Road and continue for 3 miles to the intersection with Forest Service Road 198/Pine Stump Corner. Turn right and continue less than a mile to the campground sign.

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 Lake Three cost per night?+
Lake Three costs $20 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lake Three open?+
Lake Three is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lake Three have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lake Three?+
Lake Three can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lake Three?+
Lake Three 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 Lake Three?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lake Three is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lake Three open, and what are check-in times?+
Lake Three is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$20 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Beaver Lake (Chequamegon-Nicolet Nf, Wi)

Hayward, WI

From $15/night

Mineral Lake

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From $20/night

Namekagon

Hayward, WI

From $18/night

East Twin

Hayward, WI

From $15/night

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