Can you reserve a site at Ada Lake Campground?

Yes, Ada Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Ada Lake Campground have?

20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Ada Lake Campground?

45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Ada Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Ada Lake Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Ada Lake Campground?

Campfires are allowed at Ada Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Ada Lake Campground, Wisconsin — 19 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Ada Lake Recreation Area is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of some of the more popular recreation sites on the Lakewood-Laona District. It has many amenities of the other recreation areas, just not all the crowds. There are plenty of sites to see on the district and Ada Lake Recreation area can serve as a home base.

Recreation

The exceptionally clear water makes it great for swimming, and the lake contains northern pike, bass, rainbow trout, and panfish. Another nice feature is the boat landing which makes the lake easily accessible to non-motorized boats.

Facilities

Ada Lake Campground has 19 sites. A majority of sites can accommodate campers as long as 30 feet and longer. Drinking water, vault toilets, swim beach, picnic area, and a boat landing are also provided at this location.

Natural Features

Clear water, a sandy beach, and a blue sky are all it takes for many to have a memorable camping experience. Ada Lake Campground offers this and more.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (715) 674-4481.

Nearby Attractions

The Ada Lake Recreation Area is near popular local site-seeing spots Quartz Hill, Jones Spring Area, Cathedral Pines and Knowles Creek Interpretive Trail.

The facts

Season: May 2 – October 15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
19 bookable sites
20 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 45 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: Ada

Site types

19 Standard Nonelectric
1 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed
Water hookups — not available

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

20 campsites at Ada Lake Campground

Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Water	Max rig	People
01	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	25 ft	8	🐾
02	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
03	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	45 ft	8	🐾
04	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
05	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
06	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	45 ft	8	🐾
07	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	25 ft	8	🐾
08	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	Lakefront	45 ft	8	🐾
09	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
10	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
11	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	—	—	—	40 ft	8	🐾
12	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
13	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
14	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
15	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	45 ft	8	🐾
16	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	45 ft	8	🐾
17	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	—	45 ft	8	🐾
18	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
19	Ada	Standard Nonelectric	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾
S&P Single	Ada	Management	—	—	—	—	—	8	🐾

Getting there

• From Wabeno, drive north 0.8 mile on Highway 32 to Highway 52. Turn left (west) on Highway 52 and drive 7.0 miles to FR 2126. Continue straight on FR 2126 for 0.4 mile to FR 2620. Turn left on FR 2620 and drive 1.2 miles to campground.

• From Laona, drive south 8.0 miles on Highway 32 to Highway 52. Turn right (west) on Highway 52 and drive 7.0 miles to FR 2126. Continue straight on FR 2126 for 0.4 mile to FR 2620. Turn left on FR 2620 and drive 1.2 miles to campground.

45.36960, -88.73150 · 45°22'10.6"N 88°43'53.4"W

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Typical weather

Typically 73°F in Jul, down to 20°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	20	24	36	49	63	70	73	71	64	52	37	25
Low °F	4	6	16	28	41	51	55	54	46	35	23	11
Precip in	1.3	1.3	1.9	3.1	3.8	4.7	4.0	3.2	3.8	3.3	2.1	1.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Ada Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Ada Lake Campground?: Yes, Ada Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Ada Lake Campground have?: 20 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Ada Lake Campground?: 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Ada Lake Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Ada Lake Campground.
Does Ada Lake Campground have hookups?: No hookups are recorded here.
Are campfires allowed at Ada Lake Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Ada Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Also listed by

Ada Lake Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Ada Lake Campground's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Individual campsite fee is $15/night, payable at the fee envelope tube at the site. Camping fees are $7.50 with use of Interagency Senior or Access Pass . Interagency Pass discounts apply only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder. There is a $5 recreation use fee for th

Restrictions:

Maximum of 8 people and 4 vehicles at each camp site.
Vehicle capacity limit includes vehicles, wheeled camping units and trailers.
Pets must always be restrained or on a leash while in developed recreation areas.
Pets (except guide dogs) are not allowed in swimming areas.
Saddle or pack animals are allowed in recreation sites only where authorized by posted instructions.
Our firewood closure order prohibits the possession, storage, or transport of any firewood that originates from more than 25 miles from your campsite. Firewood certified by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Transportation and Consumer Protection can originate from more than 25 miles from Nati
Both certified firewood and Kiln-dried, untreated/unpainted/unstained/construction/dimensional lumber that is free of any metal or foreign substance is approved. Pallet boards are not approved.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Ada Lake Campground

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Lost Lake Cabins 36 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bear Lake Recreation Area 14.4 mi · Campground
Headwaters Wilderness 32.5 mi · Facility

Contact

Email evan.miller@usda.gov
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.

Ada Lake Campground