Spearhead Point Shelter

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: MEDFORD, WI, WI

Price: From $25 per night

Rating: 5 out of 5 (1 reviews)

Season: May through October

Spearhead Point Shelter is a day-use picnic site for large groups. It is located in one of the most popular areas surrounding Mondeaux Flowage in northern Wisconsin. Nearby, visitors can access the lake and numerous trails.Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities.

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

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

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

Spearhead Point Shelter offers direct lake access to Mondeaux Flowage with excellent fishing for pike, largemouth bass, and bluegill. Campers praise the pretty water views, clean grounds, well-maintained facilities, and abundant hiking trails in a popular northern Wisconsin recreation area.

Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, North American Porcupine, Eastern Chipmunk, Common Snapping Turtle, and Common Garter Snake are verified in the area.

Insider tips for Spearhead Point Shelter: Book early — this is a federal campground in a popular area Use coin-operated showers at nearby Mondeaux Dam Lodge since there are no showers on-site Dogs are welcome at this campground

Skip Spearhead Point Shelter if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available. You require shower facilities on-site. You visit outside May-October operating season. You prefer developed facilities — some reviewers noted maintenance issues with beach weeds and bathroom construction delays.

Best time to visit Spearhead Point Shelter: June-September — Campground operates May through October; summer months offer optimal conditions for boating, swimming, and fishing on Mondeaux Flowage.

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

Cell Phone Coverage at Spearhead Point Shelter

Cell signal at Spearhead Point Shelter (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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MEDFORD, WI, WI★ 5 (1 reviews)From $25/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Spearhead Point Shelter is a day-use picnic site for large groups. It is located in one of the most popular areas surrounding Mondeaux Flowage in northern Wisconsin. Nearby, visitors can access the lake and numerous trails.Boating, swimming and fishing are popular activities.

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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
HookupsNo hookups.
ADA sites1 sites
ToiletsVault toilets
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

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 shower facilities on-site✕ You visit outside May-October operating season✕ You prefer developed facilities — some reviewers noted maintenance issues with beach weeds and bathroom construction delays

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground in a popular area

Use coin-operated showers at nearby Mondeaux Dam Lodge since there are no showers on-site

Dogs are welcome at this campground

Best: June-September

Campground operates May through October; summer months offer optimal conditions for boating, swimming, and fishing on Mondeaux Flowage

Things to do nearby

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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, North American Porcupine, Eastern Chipmunk, Common Snapping Turtle, and Common Garter Snake are verified in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

From Medford, travel north on State Highway 13 for 4 miles, then turn left (west) onto County Road M and continue for 7 miles. Turn right (north) onto County Highway E and continue about 8 miles, then turn right (east) onto Forest Service Road 1563 and continue for about 1 mile. Turn right (east) onto Forest Service Road 106 and look for the campground entrance sign at the top of the hill.

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

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How much does Spearhead Point Shelter cost per night?+
Spearhead Point Shelter costs $25 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Spearhead Point Shelter open?+
Spearhead Point Shelter is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Spearhead Point Shelter have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Spearhead Point Shelter?+
Spearhead Point Shelter is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Spearhead Point Shelter?+
Spearhead Point Shelter 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 Spearhead Point Shelter?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Spearhead Point Shelter is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Spearhead Point Shelter open, and what are check-in times?+
Spearhead Point Shelter is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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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
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
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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
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$25 /night★ 5 (1)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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