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Laura Lake Campground
FSU.S. Forest Service — Laona · Wisconsin · Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Chequamegon-Nicolet NF |
| Location | Laona · Wisconsin · Chequamegon-Nicolet NF · 45.70419, -88.50678 · Map |
| Sites | 41 public sites counted from the federal listing — 39 standard nonelectric; 2 tent only nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 41 sites Water hookups at 0 of 41 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 41 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 41 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 73 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 41 sites · 30 ft: 40 sites · 35 ft: 36 sites · 40 ft: 33 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 2:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 41 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | (715) 674-4481 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview With two beautiful clear water lakes, undeveloped shoreline, and restricted motor use, Laura Lake Campground provides an exceptional camping opportunity. Recreation The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Laura Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and hiking the trail that goes around the lake. The area also provides a bike trail that runs along the old Lake 9 railroad grade. Facilities Laura Lake Campground has 41 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. All roads are paved with blacktop. Natural Features Campsites are located on the southwestern shore of 110-acre Laura Lake. The picnic and swim beach are located on the adjacent 50-acre Gordon Lake. Both lakes have developed back-in boat landings. Please note these lakes are restricted to electric motors only. Nearby Attractions Laura Lake site has a 2.25-mile hiking trail around the lake and 6.5 mile bike trail. Both Laura and Gordon Lakes provide good fishing opportunities.
Directions, from the listing
From Armstrong Creek, drive west 1.9 miles on Highway 8 to FR 2163. Turn right (north) on FR2163 and drive 4 miles to the campground.
From Laona, drive north 14 miles on Highway 8 to FR 2163. Turn left (north) on 2163 and drive 4 miles to the campground.
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Trip Card — Laura Lake Campground
Laona · Wisconsin · Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | Laona · Wisconsin · Chequamegon-Nicolet NF |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 73 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 41 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251939 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.