Eagle River - Florence District
The Eagle River-Florence Ranger District offers a variety of different activities to those seeking recreational opportunities. With many campgrounds, lakes, rivers, and hiking trails, the Eagle River - Florence Ranger District has what you need. The three wilderness areas (Blackjack Springs, Headwaters, and Whisker Lake) are rustic, quiet places in the forest where one can find day hikes or multi-day camping trips away from the crowds.
Recreation Sites
Anvil Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
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…
Blackjack Springs Wilderness
Site Open
Officially designated as a Wilderness in 1978, this 5,800 acre area is located 7 miles northeast of Eagle River, Wis. in Vilas County. At Blackjack Springs, a series of four large, crystal clear…
Chipmunk Rapids Recreation Area
Site Open
If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or if you want solitude but also want to be able to drive up to your campsite, try the Chipmunk Rapids Recreation Area off Highway 70 west of…
Franklin Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
If you are looking for one of the most popular camping spots within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest of northern Wisconsin, try Franklin Lake Recreation Area off Highway 70 east of Eagle…
Headwaters Wilderness
Site Open
Officially designated as a wilderness in 1984, this 18,000 plus acre wilderness is located 16 miles southeast of Eagle River, Wis. in Forest County. Portions of this area contain some of the largest…
Kentuck Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or enjoy a variety of water activities with the family, try Kentuck Lake Recreation Area off Highway 70 east of Eagle River.The Kentuck Lake…
Lac Vieux Desert Recreation Area
Site Open
Camp here and you'll be at the headwaters of the Wisconsin River! You'll also be on a lake that has been "home" to Chippewa (Ojibwa) American Indians for centuries. This 4,017-acre lake is one of…
Laurel Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
If you are looking for a base camp to enjoy water recreation activities, try Laurel Lake Recreation Area off Highway 32 east of Three Lakes.The Laurel Lake Recreation Area on the Eagle River-Florence…
Lauterman National Recreation Area
Site Open
If you are looking for a recreation area to explore trails or camp, try the Lauterman National Recreation Area off Highway 70 west of Florence.The Lauterman National Recreation Area on the…
Lost Lake Cabins
Site Open
Eight rustic cabins are available to rent in a remote forested setting near the Lost Lake Campground. These cabins are located in a group setting and can provide a quiet get-away for an individual,…