Recreation
Unplug and reconnect to the large expanse of National Forest lands in northern Wisconsin. Explore the more than 1.5 million acres of water and woodlands offering year-round motorized trail riding, water- and land-based sports, and the solitude of quiet campgrounds.
2026 Fee Free Days
Days where Day Use Fees* are waived on National Forest Service System lands:
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: January 19, 2026
- Presidents’ Day: February 16, 2026
- Memorial Day: May 25. 2026
- National Get Outdoors Day: June 13, 2026
- Independence Day: July 4. 2026
- Constitution Day: September 17, 2026
- National Public Lands Day: September 26, 2026
- Theodore Roosevelt’s Birthday: October 27, 2026
- Veteran’s Day: November 11, 2026
*Does not apply to camping, OHV, or concession sites.
Before You Go...
Maps and Guides
Passes and Permits
With many campgrounds, lakes, rivers, and hiking trails, the Eagle River - Florence Ranger District has what you need.
The Great Divide Ranger District offers and maintains many different campgrounds, lakes, rivers, and hiking trails for your enjoyment.
Come visit the Lakewood - Laona District and enjoy our many campgrounds, trails, lake and rivers!
The Medford - Park Falls Ranger District offers a variety of different activities to those seeking recreational opportunities.
Great Horseback riding trails, OHV trails and Fishing can be found on the district.
This is a very popular mountain bike trail system. You can access the Namekagon cluster of the CAMBA trail system from the Rock Lake Trail.
Recreation
Ada Lake Recreation Area
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Ada Lake Recreation Area is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of some of the more popular recreation sites on the Lakewood-Laona District. It has many amenities of the other recreation areas,…
Aldo Leopold Trail
This 1.2 mile self-guided, non-motorized nature trail, located along an esker near the Mondeaux Dam Lodge, helps to outline Aldo Leopold's conservation ethics and his legacy. As you follow along the…
Anvil Lake Recreation Area
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If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or a destination rustic campground with a family atmosphere, try the Anvil Lake Recreation Area off Highway 70 east of Eagle River.The Anvil…
Argonne Experimental Forest Trail
The Argonne Experimental Forest trail is a 1/2 mile trail that goes through a northern hardwoods forest.Â
Assessor's Interpretive Trail
This trail is on the east end of Lost Lake adjacent to the Lost Lake Campground. It winds through majestic hemlocks and hardwoods for a deep-woods experience. Interpretive signing along the trail…
Bagley Rapids Recreation Area
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If you enjoy listening to the soothing sound of flowing water, you will appreciate this campground. About one-third of the 36 campsites are located adjacent to the Oconto River. Trout fishing, berry…
Bailey Lake Equestrian Trail
Enjoy this 15-mile trail from high in the saddle. Take your horse on a slow trot through a tall, red pine forest over what was once a logging road and railroad grade at the turn of the century. Early…
Bear Lake Recreation Area
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The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities at the Bear Lake Recreation Area including camping, fishing, swimming, kayaking and canoeing. Only…
Beaver Lake Recreation Area
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If you are looking for a campground to explore the North Country National Scenic Trail or a rustic fishing-getaway with a family atmosphere, try the Beaver Lake Recreation Area 15 miles west of…
Birch Grove Recreation Area
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Birch Grove Recreation Area is a family favorite if you are looking for a base camp to explore the Bayfield Peninsula. It is nestled between 22-acre East and 16-acre West Twin Lakes and is close to…