Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)
Campground · Wisconsin · 34 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Nicolet National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 34
- Bookable sites
- 40 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 1,771 ft
- Elevation
Overview
With a 500-foot swim beach and the crystal clear lake, Spectacle Lake Campground is a family favorite. Come fish for a variety of gamefish species or hike the trail to Kentuck Lake Campground. This 2.5-mile trail utilizes part of the old Thunder Lake Railroad bed and is a pleasant hike.Recreation
The lake provides visitors with ample opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming. Anglers can expect a catch of walleye, largemouth and smallmouth bass, panfish and trout. The lake is open to all types of boating, motorized and non-motorized. The Spectacle-Kentuck Trail extends from the campground along the old Thunder Lake Railroad bed all the way to Kentuck Lake Campground, approximately 2.5 miles away. A variety of wildlife make its home in the area and visitors are encouraged to keep watch.Facilities
The campground offers 34 single family campsites, available for tent or RV camping. The campground offers both first-come, first-served campsites as well as sites which can be reserved in advance. Sites are equipped with tables and fire rings with grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are available throughout the campground.
For more information about Spectator Lake Campground, print an information sheet(PDF) which includes a map of the campground.
Natural Features
This campground is located on the east shore of Spectacle Lake in a mixed species forest at an elevation of 1,770 feet. The 166-acre lake boasts an enormous 500-foot-long sandy beach.Nearby Attractions
The City of Eagle River is located about 16 miles southwest of the campground. A variety of services and activities are offered in Eagle River throughout the year.The facts
- Season: May 2 – October 15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 34 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 40 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Spectacle CG
Site types
- 33 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Tent Only Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
34 campsites at Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Spectacle CG | Tent Only Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 020 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 021 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 022 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 024 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 025 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 026 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 028 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 030 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 031 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 032 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 033 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 034 | Spectacle CG | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Eagle River, travel 7.6 miles to FR2178 (Military Road). Turn left (north) and continue 2.9 miles to Kentuck Lake Road (FR2465). Turn right (northeast) on FR2465 and continue 1.7 miles to FR2196. Turn left (north) and continue 2.2 miles to Spectacle Lake Road (FR2572). Turn right (east) and travel 1.2 miles to the campground.
46.01139, -89.01092 · 46°0'41.0"N 89°0'39.3"W
Typical weather
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| Precip in | 1.3 | 1.0 | 1.6 | 2.6 | 3.2 | 3.8 | 4.0 | 3.4 | 3.7 | 3.2 | 1.9 | 1.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.9 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 Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)
- Can you reserve a site at Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)?
- Yes, Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin) have?
- 34 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)?
- 40 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin).
- Are campfires allowed at Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)?
- Campfires are allowed at Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)'s operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Individual campsite fee is $18/night for lakeshore family sites; $15/night for off-lake family sites. Nightly fees are half of price shown 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.
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.
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Contact
- Phone (715) 479-2827
- Email evan.miller@usda.gov
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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