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Namekagon Campground in Wisconsin
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Namekagon Campground

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

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As of October 2026, Namekagon Campground is a campground in Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Wisconsin with 24 campsites. Namekagon Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Namekagon Campground is located at 46.3503ยฐ N, 90.9236ยฐ W.
people allowed on 23 of 24 sites
8
people allowed on the largest site
50

Namekagon Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
  • Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival
  • Tribal discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Namekagon Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Namekagon Campground

  • Standard 23
  • Group 1
  • Accessible 2
  • Hookups 18

What an RV fits

  • 25 ft1 site
  • 35 ft4 sites
  • 40 ft1 site
  • 45 ft7 sites
  • 50 ft5 sites
  • 55 ft2 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, photography, water sports.

All sites at Namekagon Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsMax RVHookupsAccess
Group PavilionGroupGroup50-Electric-
002NAMEKAGONStandard855 ft--
003NAMEKAGONStandard845 ft--
005NAMEKAGONStandard850 ft--
006NAMEKAGONStandard855 ft--
007NAMEKAGONStandard845 ft--
008NAMEKAGONStandard850 ft--
010NAMEKAGONStandard850 ftElectric-
012NAMEKAGONStandard835 ftElectricAccessible
013NAMEKAGONStandard8-Electric-
014NAMEKAGONStandard845 ftElectric-
015NAMEKAGONStandard825 ftElectric-
016NAMEKAGONStandard8-Electric-
017NAMEKAGONStandard845 ftElectric-
019NAMEKAGONStandard8-Electric-
020NAMEKAGONStandard835 ftElectric-
022NAMEKAGONStandard840 ftElectric-
024NAMEKAGONStandard845 ftElectric-
025NAMEKAGONStandard835 ftElectric-
028NAMEKAGONStandard845 ftElectric-
030NAMEKAGONStandard850 ftElectric-
031NAMEKAGONStandard835 ftElectric-
033NAMEKAGONStandard845 ftElectricAccessible
034NAMEKAGONStandard850 ftElectric-

About Namekagon Campground

Overview

Namekagon campground is a family-friendly campground that runs alongside its namesake lake, at the headwaters of the Namekagon River. It is the perfect spot to kayak, canoe, jet ski, swim or take a boat ride to one of the many restaurants along the shoreline.

With its close proximity to mountain bike trails and the North Country hiking trail, Namekagon campground is an ideal location for making a base camp.

Recreation

Namekagon Lake offers excellent fishing, and anglers will find musky, pike, walleye and bass, among other fish varieties, available in abundance.

The campground is conveniently located near off-highway vehicle, hiking and mountain bike trails. The North Country National Scenic Trail is also nearby. The Namekagon Nature Trail is a one mile interpretive trail which traverses the immediate area and begins in the campground.

Facilities

The campground offers a couple dozen single-family campsites for tent or RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water, trash collection and recycling bins are also provided.

A day-use picnic area is equipped with multiple tables, picnic shelters, a basketball court, beach, boat ramp and fishing piers.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the 3,227-acre Namekagon Lake that is famous for its fishing potential. It is surrounded by a hardwood and hemlock forest in northwestern Wisconsin.

Rules and notices at Namekagon Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Namekagon Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

First-come, first-served sites may be available

Off-road vehicles must be secured on a trailer when parked within the campground

Click here for more information on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forests

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

Namekagon Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Namekagon Campground?

Namekagon Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 24 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Namekagon Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Namekagon 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 Namekagon Campground have?

Namekagon Campground has 24 campsites.

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