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Lost Lake Campground (Wi)

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing

Location: Eagle River, WI, WI

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (31 reviews)

Season: May through October

Please note, this is Lost Lake Campground located in northern Wisconsin on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Lost Lake Campground is located in northeastern Wisconsin on the north shore of Lost Lake in a maple, aspen and white pine forest. The clear, 86-acre lake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout.

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

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

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

Lost Lake Campground offers seclusion in a beautiful setting on the north shore of a clear, 86-acre lake stocked with rainbow and brown trout, surrounded by maple, aspen, and white pine forest with access to the scenic Assessor's Nature Trail through old-growth hemlock and pine stands.

Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Eastern Chipmunk, North American Porcupine, Broad-winged Hawk, Common Merganser, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Downy Woodpecker, Painted Turtle, Common Snapping Turtle, Common Garter Snake

Insider tips for Lost Lake Campground (Wi): Book early as this is a popular federal campground No motors permitted on Lost Lake, making it ideal for peaceful boating and fishing Visit nearby Chipmunk Rapids for additional recreation

Skip Lost Lake Campground (Wi) if: You need RV hookups—most sites have no hookups and are suitable only for self-contained RVs. You need year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only. You prefer warm summer nights—campers report it gets cold even in summer.

Best time to visit Lost Lake Campground (Wi): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

Nearby campgrounds: Lost Lake Cabins (FLORENCE, WI), Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site (EAGLE RIVER, WI), Laura Lake Campground (Laona, WI), Lake Ottawa Campground (Iron River, MI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Lost Lake Campground (Wi)

Cell signal at Lost Lake Campground (Wi) (Eagle River, WI): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 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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Lost Lake Campground (Wi)

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Eagle River, WI, WI★ 4.6 (31 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Please note, this is Lost Lake Campground located in northern Wisconsin on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Lost Lake Campground is located in northeastern Wisconsin on the north shore of Lost Lake in a maple, aspen and white pine forest. The clear, 86-acre lake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout.

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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 RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsFishing

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—most sites have no hookups and are suitable only for self-contained RVs✕ You need year-round camping—seasonal operations May through October only✕ You prefer warm summer nights—campers report it gets cold even in summer

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a popular federal campground

No motors permitted on Lost Lake, making it ideal for peaceful boating and fishing

Visit nearby Chipmunk Rapids for additional recreation

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 · 0%

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

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Black Bear, Eastern Chipmunk, North American Porcupine, Broad-winged Hawk, Common Merganser, Ruby-throated Hummingbird, Downy Woodpecker, Painted Turtle, Common Snapping Turtle, Common Garter Snake

Location

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(715) 479-2827· Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
Getting there →

From Florence, travel west 17 miles on STH 70 to the intersection with FR2450 (Dream Lake Road). Turn left (south) on FR2450 and drive 1 mile to FR2156 (Chipmunk Rapids Road). Continue straight 2.9 miles on FR2156 to the campground.

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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 Lost Lake Campground (Wi) cost per night?+
Lost Lake Campground (Wi) costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Lost Lake Campground (Wi) open?+
Lost Lake Campground (Wi) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Lost Lake Campground (Wi) have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Lost Lake Campground (Wi)?+
Lost Lake Campground (Wi) can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Lost Lake Campground (Wi)?+
Lost Lake Campground (Wi) 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 Lost Lake Campground (Wi)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Lost Lake Campground (Wi) is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Lost Lake Campground (Wi) open, and what are check-in times?+
Lost Lake Campground (Wi) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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$15 /night★ 4.6 (31)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Lost Lake Cabins

FLORENCE, WI

From $50/night

Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site

EAGLE RIVER, WI

From $15/night

Laura Lake Campground

Laona, WI

From $15/night

Lake Ottawa Campground

Iron River, MI

From $22/night

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