Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: EAGLE RIVER, WI, WI

Price: From $15 per night

Price range: $15–$35 per night

Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (18 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Morgan Lake Campground and Group Site is a great place for families or a large gathering of people to camp in northern Wisconsin’s Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The campground is comfortably equipped and provides access to a number of recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, swimming and hiking. A picnic area with beach is available, as well as an adjacent parking area and access to the lake.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Morgan Lake Campground offers gorgeous ridge-top campsites with clear lake water in Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, providing excellent access to fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking opportunities.

Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Ruffed Grouse, Broad-winged Hawk, Northern Redbelly Snake, and Thamnophis sirtalis present in the area.

Insider tips for Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site: Book early — this is a popular federal campground Gravel road access is passable in small cars despite the 8-mile drive on Forest Road 2159 Bring a self-contained RV as most sites have no hookups

Skip Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site if: You require RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You seek a quiet experience — recent reviews note increased ATV activity has impacted peacefulness.

Best time to visit Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site: May-October — Campground operating season as verified. Midweek in August — Fewer crowds reported by campers.

Nearby campgrounds: Laura Lake Campground (Laona, WI), Lost Lake Cabins (FLORENCE, WI), Lost Lake Campground (Wi) (Eagle River, WI), Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet Nf, Wi) (Laona, WI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site

Cell signal at Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site (EAGLE RIVER, 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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Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site

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EAGLE RIVER, WI, WI★ 4.4 (18 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Morgan Lake Campground and Group Site is a great place for families or a large gathering of people to camp in northern Wisconsin’s Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The campground is comfortably equipped and provides access to a number of recreational opportunities, including fishing, boating, swimming and hiking. A picnic area with beach is available, as well as an adjacent parking area and access to the lake.

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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 RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Drinking WaterBoat 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 require RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites✕ You seek a quiet experience — recent reviews note increased ATV activity has impacted peacefulness

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground

Gravel road access is passable in small cars despite the 8-mile drive on Forest Road 2159

Bring a self-contained RV as most sites have no hookups

Best: May-October

Campground operating season as verified

Best: Midweek in August

Fewer crowds reported by campers

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: White-tailed Deer, Ruffed Grouse, Broad-winged Hawk, Northern Redbelly Snake, and Thamnophis sirtalis present in the area.

Location

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

From the intersection of Highway 8 and Highway 139, about 7 miles north of Laona, drive north on Highway 139 for 11 miles to Forest Road 2159. Turn right (east) and drive about 8 miles to the campground. This site is located on the Chequmegon-Nicolet National Forest in Fence Township, Florence County, Wisconsin. This site is often confused with Morgan County Park which is managed by Marinette County and is located in Niagra, Wiconsin.

Campground entrance

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Community

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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 Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site cost per night?+
Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site costs $15–$35 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site open?+
Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site?+
Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site?+
Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site 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 Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site open, and what are check-in times?+
Morgan Lake Campground And Group Site is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●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
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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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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$15 /night★ 4.4 (18)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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