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Picnic Point (Wi)

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: MEDFORD, WI, WI

Price: From $75 per night

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

Picnic Point Campground is a quaint campground, where a large group can enjoy a peaceful escape in northern Wisconsin. The rustic nature of the campground draws campers in for a respite from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities and towns.The campground offers one large group campsite for tent camping only. The site can accommodate up to 35 people.

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

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch

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

Picnic Point offers a rustic, peaceful escape in northern Wisconsin with waterfront access to the 411-acre Mondeaux Flowage, ideal for fishing, boating, and swimming. Google reviewers consistently praise it as a picturesque, shaded campground worth the drive, with one returning annually for 6-7 years.

Wildlife alert: Northern Short-tailed Shrew, Eastern Chipmunk, North American Porcupine, Eastern Phoebe, Blue-headed Vireo, Common Garter Snake, Common Snapping Turtle

Insider tips for Picnic Point (Wi): Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand All four sites are waterfront with excellent kayak/canoe access to the dam Avoid winter visits as road conditions are typically not passable

Skip Picnic Point (Wi) if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You require full facility operations — seasonal (May-October only). You prefer more than basic amenities — campground is rustic with vault toilets and water pump only.

Best time to visit Picnic Point (Wi): May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: West Point Recreation Area (Westboro, WI), Spearhead Point Shelter (MEDFORD, WI), Eastwood (MEDFORD, WI), Chippewa (MEDFORD, WI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Picnic Point (Wi)

Cell signal at Picnic Point (Wi) (MEDFORD, 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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    Picnic Point (Wi)

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    MEDFORD, WI, WI★ 4.7 (3 reviews)From $75/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Picnic Point Campground is a quaint campground, where a large group can enjoy a peaceful escape in northern Wisconsin. The rustic nature of the campground draws campers in for a respite from the hustle and bustle of nearby cities and towns.The campground offers one large group campsite for tent camping only. The site can accommodate up to 35 people.

    Best for:AnglersHikersBoatersFamiliesSites:Tent
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV12 ft
    HookupsNo hookups.
    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 — no hookups available✕ You require full facility operations — seasonal (May-October only)✕ You prefer more than basic amenities — campground is rustic with vault toilets and water pump only

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand

    All four sites are waterfront with excellent kayak/canoe access to the dam

    Avoid winter visits as road conditions are typically not passable

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally during this period only

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    at campground coordinates

    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: Northern Short-tailed Shrew, Eastern Chipmunk, North American Porcupine, Eastern Phoebe, Blue-headed Vireo, Common Garter Snake, Common Snapping Turtle

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
    Open in OpenStreetMap ↗
    715-748-4875· Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
    Getting there →

    From Medford, take State Highway 13 north 4 miles. Turn left (west) onto County Highway M for about 7 miles. Turn right (north) onto County Highway E and continue for about 8 miles. Turn right (east) onto Forest Road 1563 and continue for 1 mile, then turn right (south) onto Forest Road 106 for 2 miles.

    Campground entrance

    Google Maps API

    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 Picnic Point (Wi) cost per night?+
    Picnic Point (Wi) costs $75 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Picnic Point (Wi) open?+
    Picnic Point (Wi) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Picnic Point (Wi) have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Picnic Point (Wi)?+
    Picnic Point (Wi) can accommodate RVs up to 12 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Picnic Point (Wi)?+
    Picnic Point (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 Picnic Point (Wi)?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Picnic Point (Wi) is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Picnic Point (Wi) open, and what are check-in times?+
    Picnic Point (Wi) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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    iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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    RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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    $75 /night★ 4.7 (3)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    FAQ
    How much does Picnic Point (Wi) cost per night?+
    What season is Picnic Point (Wi) open?+
    Does Picnic Point (Wi) have hookups?+
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    West Point Recreation Area

    Westboro, WI

    From $15/night

    Spearhead Point Shelter

    MEDFORD, WI

    From $25/night

    Eastwood

    MEDFORD, WI

    From $15/night

    Chippewa

    MEDFORD, WI

    From $15/night

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