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Open — The campground operates seasonally from May 2 through October 31. Sites are first-come, first-served with no advance reservations.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 5:56AM CST until January 20 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Duluth MN
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 31 below zero. * WHERE...Price, Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Iron, Sawyer, and Washburn Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Lac Courte Oreilles Reservation, the Red Cliff Band, the Bad River Reservation, the northwestern area of the Lac du Flambeau Band and the St. Croix Band in Burnett County. Other locations including the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and Madeline Island. * WHEN...Until noon CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 31 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
About
Wanoka Lake Campground is located approximately 7 miles east of Iron River in the Washburn District of Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The campground features 20 first-come, first-served campsites situated on a 15-acre lake known for panfish and trout fishing. Each site includes a defined parking spur, fire ring, picnic table, and tent pad, with most sites accommodating RVs up to 35 feet. Two pull-through sites are available for easier access. The campground provides vault toilets and potable drinking water. Wanoka Lake is non-motorized only with carry-in boat access, making it ideal for kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. The recreation area is located off an ATV route that connects to local trails, though ATVs must remain on parking spurs and cannot be driven around the campground. The small town of Iron River is nearby for supplies, groceries, and firewood. Popular activities include fishing year-round, hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing in the surrounding forest. The campground operates under standard National Forest regulations with a maximum of 8 people and 3 vehicles per site. Firewood must originate within 25 miles or be USDA-certified. The scenic area features hardwood and pine forests with opportunities to explore the nearby Rainbow Lake Wilderness and the North Country National Scenic Trail.
Directions
From Iron River, follow US Highway 2 East for about 7 miles and turn right (south) on Forest Road 234.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 35ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 35ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| sm.fs.cnnfadmin@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (715) 373-2667 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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