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Bagley Rapids Campground in Wisconsin
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Bagley Rapids Campground

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, Wisconsin

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As of October 2026, Bagley Rapids Campground is a campground in Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Wisconsin with 15 campsites. Bagley Rapids Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Bagley Rapids Campground is located at 45.1575° N, 88.4659° W.
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Bagley Rapids Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
  • Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights
  • Tribal discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Bagley Rapids Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Bagley Rapids Campground

  • Standard 15

What an RV fits

  • 45 ft1 site

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, climbing.

All sites at Bagley Rapids Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Bagley loop.

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01Standard845 ft
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About Bagley Rapids Campground

Overview

If you enjoy listening to the soothing sound of flowing water, you will appreciate this campground. About one-third of the 30 campsites are located adjacent to the Oconto River. Weekends bring the most campers, with only moderate use occurring during the week. So come and relax among the pines and enjoy the sound and beauty of Bagley Rapids.

Recreation

Trout fishing, berry picking, rafting, canoeing, swimming, and sightseeing can all be done in or near this campground.

Facilities

The campground has 30 sites along with accessible vault toilets, drinking water, and garbage service.

Natural Features

Campground is located among towering pines adjacent to the flowing rapids of the Oconto River.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (715) 276-6333.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby is the Mountain Fire Lookout Tower, a popular local tourist destination. This is one of the last fire towers standing on its original location in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. It was built in 1935 and was one of a series of 20 towers built in the Forest during the 1930s. If you’re brave enough, you can climb the tower and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.

Also nearby is Cathedral Pines, an area that survived Wisconsin’s logging era where the majestic pines and hemlocks have been preserved in their natural state.

Rules and notices at Bagley Rapids Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Bagley Rapids Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Use is restricted to hardened campsite area.

Generator use is limited to the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 pm. and only while users are present at the campsite. Unreasonably loud generators which may bother others cannot be used at any time.

Privately owned ATV's, UTV's, and Golf Carts are not allowed to be operated within the campground

Single occupancy sites are allowed up to 8 persons and one wheeled camping unit, e.g. camper or RV, as well as three additional vehicles or trailers, so long as they are not wheeled camping units.

Firewood must be purchased or collected from no greater than 25 miles of a National Forest destination or collected directly from National Forest land. Firewood from any distance that has been certified by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is allowed.

There are no electric hook-ups at this facility.

Bagley Rapids Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Bagley Rapids Campground?

Bagley Rapids Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 15 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Bagley Rapids Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Bagley Rapids Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Bagley Rapids Campground have?

Bagley Rapids Campground has 15 campsites.

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