RICHARDSON LAKE CAMPGROUND
Wabeno, Wisconsin · USDA Forest Service

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About
Richardson Lake Campground sits on its namesake lake in beautiful Forest County Wisconsin. This campground's 26 sites are located on the south shore of Richardson Lake, well known to anglers for its bass, northern pike, and pan fish. Relax on the sandy swim beach or take in the views of the lake from the picnic area above the beach. Take your boat or canoe out on Richardson Lake in search of wildlife along the shoreline.The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Richardson are fishing, swimming, and canoeing.Richardson Lake Campground offers 26 campsites of various sizes that can accommodate tents and RVs. Drinking water, vault toilets, swim beach, and boat landing are also provided at this location.The campground lies in a lush maple dominated northern hardwood forest on the south shore of 47-acre Richardson Lake. Richardson Lake Campground is best known for its spectacular fall color.The communities of Wabeno to the east and Crandon to the north offer some services and community events throughout the year.
Directions
From Wabeno, drive north 0.8 miles on Highway 32 to Highway 52. Turn left (west) on Highway 52 and drive 2.4 miles to Richardson Lake Road (FR2880). Turn right (north) on Richardson Lake Road and continue 0.4 miles to the campground.
Location
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Details
- State
- Wisconsin
- City / area
- Wabeno
- Agency
- USDA Forest Service
- Parent area
- Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
- Campsites
- 26
- Reservable
- Yes
- Typical price
- $15 / night
- Rating
- 3.91 / 5 (22 reviews on Recreation.gov)
- Equipment
- Tent, Trailer, Pickup Camper, Pop up
Nearby campgrounds
- Ada Lake Campground 8.1 km away
- Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI) 17.6 km away
- BOOT LAKE CAMPGROUND 20.0 km away
- LAURA LAKE CAMPGROUND 33.4 km away
- BOULDER LAKE 34.1 km away · dump mentioned
- Pine Lake Campground (Hiles, WI) 34.7 km away