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Perch Lake Campground

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Washburn, WI, WI

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 1 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

This quaint campground is a family favorite. Located approximately 5.5 miles north of Drummond on Forest Road 223 (Delta Drummond Road), there are 16 campsites. Each site includes a defined parking spur, fire ring and picnic table.

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, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

A quiet, affordable rustic campground with sites ranging from huge to intimate, located on Perch Lake with boat launch access. Campers consistently praise its peaceful atmosphere and low $15/night rate.

Wildlife alert: Northern Water Shrew, Snowshoe Hare, Star-nosed Mole, American Bittern, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Smooth Greensnake, and Prairie Skink documented in the area.

Insider tips for Perch Lake Campground: First-come, first-served lakeside sites — arrive early for best spots. North Loop offers boat launch, dock, and parking for up to five vehicles with trailers. Bring water containers — campground has pump water but no hookups; suitable for self-contained RVs only.

Skip Perch Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer) — none available.. You require year-round camping — seasonal May through October only.. You prefer paved roads — located on Forest Road 223..

Best time to visit Perch Lake Campground: May-October — Official operating season per verified data..

Nearby campgrounds: Two Lakes (Washburn, WI), Wanoka Campground (WI), Namekagon (Hayward, WI), Horseshoe Lake Campground (WI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Perch Lake Campground

Cell signal at Perch Lake Campground (Washburn, 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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Washburn, WI, WI★ 1 (1 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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This quaint campground is a family favorite. Located approximately 5.5 miles north of Drummond on Forest Road 223 (Delta Drummond Road), there are 16 campsites. Each site includes a defined parking spur, fire ring and picnic table.

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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 RV35 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ToiletsVault toilets
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault ToiletsBoat 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 RV hookups (water, electric, sewer) — none available.✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal May through October only.✕ You prefer paved roads — located on Forest Road 223.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served lakeside sites

arrive early for best spots.

North Loop offers boat launch, dock, and parking for up to five vehicles with trailers.

Bring water containers

campground has pump water but no hookups; suitable for self-contained RVs only.

Best: May-October

Official operating season per verified data.

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: Northern Water Shrew, Snowshoe Hare, Star-nosed Mole, American Bittern, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Smooth Greensnake, and Prairie Skink documented in the area.

Location

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715-373-2667· Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
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Getting there →

From Drummond Wisconsin, take Forest Road 35 off of Highway 63. Proceed about 5 miles and turn right into the campground.

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 Perch Lake Campground cost per night?+
Perch Lake Campground costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Perch Lake Campground open?+
Perch Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Perch Lake Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Perch Lake Campground?+
Perch Lake Campground can accommodate RVs up to 35 feet.
How do I make reservations at Perch Lake Campground?+
Perch Lake Campground 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 Perch Lake Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Perch Lake Campground 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 Perch Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Perch Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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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★ 1 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Two Lakes

Washburn, WI

From $25/night

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From $15/night

Namekagon

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From $18/night

Horseshoe Lake Campground

WI

From $12/night

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