Chippewa

Beach
Spring wildflowers
Chippewa campground sign
Accessible fishing pier
Parking lot for boat landing and ATV trailhead

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Playground Playground

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

41 total sites

RV Sites

41 sites

About Chippewa

Chippewa Campground sits on the eastern shores of the Chequamegon Waters Flowage, where the bass fishing is spectacular. Its location provides visitors of any age with access to a variety of recreation opportunities, including fishing, water sports, and more. Chippewa Campground offers 78 campsties, 41 of which can be reserved.

Number of accommodations: 41

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
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Currently open - May 20 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Playground Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

41 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 P37, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 P39, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 P42, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 P43, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 P52, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 P53, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 P54, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 P56, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S22, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S23, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S24, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S25, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S26, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S27, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S28, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S29, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S30, Loop: Beaver RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S31, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S32, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S33, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S35, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S36, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S38, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S40, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S41, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S44, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S45, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S47, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S48, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S49, Loop: BASS RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 S50, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S51, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S57, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S59, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S60, Loop: Hardwoods RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S70, Loop: Rustic RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S71, Loop: Rustic RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S72, Loop: Rustic RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S73, Loop: Rustic RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S74, Loop: Rustic RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 S75, Loop: Rustic RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (221)

What Guests Are Saying

Chippewa Campground offers a beautiful, well-maintained environment with friendly camp hosts and clean facilities. Many visitors appreciate the spacious, wooded campsites and the variety of activities available, including fishing and exploring nature. However, some guests expressed disappointment with the condition of the swimming beach and fishing pier, as well as the need for improved maintenance in certain areas. Overall, it remains a popular choice for campers, with many planning to return.

Review Summary

4.0
221 reviews
5
41.2%
91
4
36.2%
80
3
12.2%
27
2
7.2%
16
1
3.2%
7

Adam N

Verified

October 7, 2022 Stayed at: S47, Loop: BASS

4

We loved it! Great location, close to several fishing areas.

Jeff T

Verified

October 4, 2022 Stayed at: S40, Loop: BASS

4

Sites were spread out with lots of trees for separation. Very peaceful

Jeff T

Verified

October 4, 2022 Stayed at: S40, Loop: BASS

4

Sites were spread out with lots of trees for separation. Very peaceful

Mark W

Verified

September 8, 2022 Stayed at: P52, Loop: Hardwoods

4

Nice sized sites and surrounded by lots of trees so fairly private. 3 loops, first come first serve - electric and non-electric double sites no water hook ups anywhere. only issue we had was the trails on the lake side sites were poor for transporting a large kayak. Nice flush toilets and showers available in each loop.

Mark W

Verified

September 8, 2022 Stayed at: P52, Loop: Hardwoods

4

Nice sized sites and surrounded by lots of trees so fairly private. 3 loops, first come first serve - electric and non-electric double sites no water hook ups anywhere. only issue we had was the trails on the lake side sites were poor for transporting a large kayak. Nice flush toilets and showers available in each loop.

Jeff M

Verified

August 23, 2022 Stayed at: S48, Loop: BASS

3

Had site #S48 Electric reserved in Bass Loop. Have been to several other Cheq Nat. Forest CG's and had really high expectations for this one. The roads coming in and though out the camping loops are paved which is nice but the loop roads are narrow with significant ditches and the entrance to the site was very narrow. The site was good sized with ample space for some dog stakeouts, screen porch, etc. Most of the forest is extremely mature throughout which results in very little ground cover, good for breeze and keeping mosquitos away but reduces the amount of privacy. The traffic, noise and chainsaw use -was very high for a Thurs afternoon / Fri morning along with the camp hosts driving around golf carts/SxS's quite a lot. There are 4 host in the campgrounds, I have never seen that many in a NF campground before. With that many I expected more control of rules and overall cleaner. We moved to a non-electric site, in the Beaver Loop which had direct access to the lake and a significant amount of privacy but cost more than the electric site? That site was large, close to the lake, good view and decent shoreline access but was dirty with lots of wrappers/scraps on ground. We were unable to process an on-line cancellation on Recreation.gov for the remainder of our original site due to poor / fair cell signal. Not a huge deal. The negative of the non-electric sites is the high usage of generators, several hours per day and even after quiet time (10pm), which the hosts should control? Some other NF campgrounds only allow generators for 2 hours at a time 2x per day, personally I believe they should not be allowed. Nothing like listening to generators all day!! Bathrooms on non-electric loop much cleaner than electric...less people?? They are decent with flush toilets and coin showers. Overall disappointed, below expectations, lake is awesome!

Jeff M

Verified

August 23, 2022 Stayed at: S48, Loop: BASS

3

Had site #S48 Electric reserved in Bass Loop. Have been to several other Cheq Nat. Forest CG's and had really high expectations for this one. The roads coming in and though out the camping loops are paved which is nice but the loop roads are narrow with significant ditches and the entrance to the site was very narrow. The site was good sized with ample space for some dog stakeouts, screen porch, etc. Most of the forest is extremely mature throughout which results in very little ground cover, good for breeze and keeping mosquitos away but reduces the amount of privacy. The traffic, noise and chainsaw use -was very high for a Thurs afternoon / Fri morning along with the camp hosts driving around golf carts/SxS's quite a lot. There are 4 host in the campgrounds, I have never seen that many in a NF campground before. With that many I expected more control of rules and overall cleaner. We moved to a non-electric site, in the Beaver Loop which had direct access to the lake and a significant amount of privacy but cost more than the electric site? That site was large, close to the lake, good view and decent shoreline access but was dirty with lots of wrappers/scraps on ground. We were unable to process an on-line cancellation on Recreation.gov for the remainder of our original site due to poor / fair cell signal. Not a huge deal. The negative of the non-electric sites is the high usage of generators, several hours per day and even after quiet time (10pm), which the hosts should control? Some other NF campgrounds only allow generators for 2 hours at a time 2x per day, personally I believe they should not be allowed. Nothing like listening to generators all day!! Bathrooms on non-electric loop much cleaner than electric...less people?? They are decent with flush toilets and coin showers. Overall disappointed, below expectations, lake is awesome!

Lance R

Verified

August 19, 2022 Stayed at: S41, Loop: BASS

5

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Mike J

Verified

August 19, 2022 Stayed at: S48, Loop: BASS

2

Sites were big and level but fairly open. One beach was covered in weeds waist high but other seemed nice. No real hiking trails in campground

Lance R

Verified

August 19, 2022 Stayed at: S41, Loop: BASS

5

o

Location Chippewa

Address:
Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest
Medford, WI, 54451
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via State Highway 13, which is approximately 4 miles south of the location.

Elevation: 392 feet

Distance to downtown

25 mi drive to downtown Medford (about 31 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • First-come, first-served sites are available
  • 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.
  • Registered campers with ATVs & UTVs can access the trail head from their campsite in the Rustic Loop only, Operation of ATVs & UTVs are prohibited in all other parts of the campground. View the Medford Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) here: Medford MVUM or Access o ur MVUM maps on the go with the Avenza app

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Last updated: September 7, 2026

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