Can you reserve a site at Anvil Lake Campground?

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

How many campsites does Anvil Lake Campground have?

19 sites in total, of which 17 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Anvil Lake Campground?

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

Are pets allowed at Anvil Lake Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Anvil Lake Campground.

Are campfires allowed at Anvil Lake Campground?

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

Anvil Lake Campground, Wisconsin — 17 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

If you are looking for a campground with a family atmosphere or a base camp to explore area trails, try Anvil Lake Campground off State Highway 70, just minutes east of Eagle River, within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The campground is in a beautiful setting, among tall maples, pines and hemlocks, perched above Anvil Lake. In addition to its scenic landscape, the campground offers access to a variety of hiking and biking trails.

Recreation

The lake provides visitors with ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming. Anglers can expect a catch of walleye, northern pike, bass, and pan fish. The lake is open to all types of boating, motorized and non-motorized. Numerous trails exist in the area, with Anvil National Recreation Trail leaving from the campground itself. From the Anvil National Recreation Trail, visitors are able to connect to the Nicolet North Trail, Hidden Lakes Trail, Franklin Lake Interpretive Trail, and the Luna White Deer Trail system. In total, this campground is connected to approximately 40 miles of hiking trail, most of which is open to mountain biking. Although the campground is not open during the winter months, the Anvil National Recreation Trail is groomed as both a classic and skate cross country ski trail. It is well known among the ski community as it was once the site of USA Olympic training. A variety of wildlife make its home in the area and visitors are encouraged to keep watch.

So, if you like to swim, boat, fish, hike, picnic or enjoy being close to town, then the Anvil Lake Recreation Area is the place for you, conveniently located just 10 minutes east of Eagle River.

Facilities

The campground offers 18 single family campsites, available for tent or RV camping. The campground offers both first-come, first-served campsites (8 sites) as well as sites which can be reserved in advance (10 sites). Sites are equipped with picnic tables and fire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets as well as drinking water are provided at the campground.

Natural Features

The campground is situated in a stand of large sugar maple, hemlock and white pine trees, at an elevation of 1,740 feet. A historic stone and log picnic shelter, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, is located at the picnic area. The adjacent 377-acre Anvil Lake is crystal clear and is a popular swimming site as the campground boasts a large sandy beach area.

Nearby Attractions

The City of Eagle River is located about 9 miles west of the campground. A varitey of services are offered there.

The facts

Season: May 2 – October 15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
17 bookable sites
19 sites in total, including non-bookable
16 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 40 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: Anvil CG, S&P

Site types

14 Standard Nonelectric
3 Tent Only Nonelectric
2 Management

Amenities

Campfires allowed
Fire pits
Picnic tables
Shade
Pets allowed

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

Book on Recreation.gov

19 campsites at Anvil Lake Campground

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

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Grade	Max rig	People
1	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
10	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
11	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
12	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	30 ft	8	♿ 🐾
13	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
14	Anvil CG	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	—	25 ft	8	🐾
15	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	Slight	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
16	Anvil CG	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	—	25 ft	8	🐾
17	Anvil CG	Tent Only Nonelectric	Parallel	Paved	—	25 ft	8	🐾
18	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Moderate	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾
2	Anvil CG	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
3	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
4	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
5	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
6	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
7	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	—	35 ft	8	♿ 🐾
8	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	Slight	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
9	Anvil CG	Standard Nonelectric	Pull Through	Paved	—	40 ft	8	♿ 🐾
Single S&P	S&P	Management	Back In	Gravel	—	25 ft	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

Drive approximately 9 miles east from Eagle River on State Highway 70 to the campground entrance on the left.

45.93577, -89.06212 · 45°56'8.8"N 89°3'43.6"W

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Typical weather

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1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 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 Anvil Lake Campground

Can you reserve a site at Anvil Lake Campground?: Yes, Anvil Lake Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Anvil Lake Campground have?: 19 sites in total, of which 17 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Anvil Lake Campground?: 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Anvil Lake Campground?: Yes, pets are allowed at Anvil Lake Campground.
Are campfires allowed at Anvil Lake Campground?: Campfires are allowed at Anvil Lake Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

$15/night
$7.50/night with Interagency Pass (Access or Senior)
$5/day
$30/year

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 Anvil Lake Campground

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Blackjack Springs Wilderness 2.3 mi · Facility
Franklin Lake Recreation Area 3.6 mi · Campground
Sevenmile Lake Recreation Area 4.1 mi · Campground
Luna - White Deer Lake Recreation Area 5.3 mi · Campground
Eagle River - Florence District 8.2 mi · Facility
Headwaters Wilderness 10 mi · Facility

Contact

Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Anvil Lake Campground