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MOOSE LAKE

Hayward, Wisconsin · USDA Forest Service

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MOOSE LAKE — official Recreation.gov photo

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About

Moose Lake Campground sits along its namesake lake in the Chequamegon National Forest of northern Wisconsin. The serene lake and surrounding forest offer a spectacular location for families to enjoy nature.The location provides access to a variety of activities, including miles of off-road vehicle, hiking and mountain biking trails. Anglers will find an abundance of musky, walleye, bass and pan fish in the lake, and the clear water is ideal for kayaking, canoeing and swimming. A sandy beach and a boat ramp provide convenient lake access.This small and semi-secluded campground offers about 15 single-family campsites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water and trash collection are provided. Roads into the campground are not paved and the parking aprons are grass and gravel.Chequamegon National Forest offers 845,000 acres dotted with countless lakes, rivers and streams. Pine, spruce, maple, aspen, and balsam forests, as well as extensive jack pine plantations, make up the lush landscape. Moose Lake is a 1,670-acre body of water that is popular for fishing, boating and swimming. Elk, eagles, loons and other wildlife are often viewed in and near the campground.

Directions

From Hayward, Wisconsin, drive east on State Highway 77 about 28 miles. Turn right onto Forest Service Road 174 and continue about a mile, then turn right onto Forest Service Road 176. After about 5 miles turn right again and drive less than 2 miles to the campground.

Location

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Details

State
Wisconsin
City / area
Hayward
Agency
USDA Forest Service
Parent area
Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
Campsites
15
Reservable
Yes
Typical price
$15 / night
Rating
4.15 / 5 (39 reviews on Recreation.gov)
Equipment
Tent, RV, Trailer, Pickup Camper, Fifth Wheel, Pop up

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