Kentuck Lake Recreation Area Camping Area

Last Updated: April 21, 2026

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Kentuck Lake Recreation Area, located in Wisconsin’s Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (not Illinois), offers 31 established campsites—some reservable, others first-come, first-served—with a nightly fee.


Summary

Amenities include vault toilets, hand-pump drinking water, fire rings with grills, and picnic tables; there are no hookups, but RVs up to 30 feet are allowed. Set on the serene, forested shores of Kentuck Lake, it offers a peaceful lakeside vibe ideal for paddling, fishing, and wildlife watching. Nearby hiking includes the Kentuck Lake Trail. The campground operates mid-May through September, with summer being the best time to visit. No dispersed camping is permitted within the recreation area boundaries.

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Kentuck Lake Recreation AreaIRON RIVER AT COUNTY HWY-424 AT CASPIAN Preview Iron River At County Hwy-424 At Caspian
358.0cfs
358cfs
Kentuck Lake Recreation AreaMUSKELLUNGE CK-MUSKELLUNGE L OTL-NR EAGLE RIVER Preview Muskellunge Ck-Muskellunge L Otl-Nr Eagle River
2.4cfs
2cfs
Kentuck Lake Recreation AreaMUSKELLUNGE CREEK NEAR ST. GERMAIN Preview Muskellunge Creek Near St. Germain
8.5cfs
9cfs
Kentuck Lake Recreation AreaMIDDLE BRANCH ONTONAGON RIVER NEAR PAULDING Preview Middle Branch Ontonagon River Near Paulding
1060.0cfs
1060cfs
Kentuck Lake Recreation AreaCISCO BRANCH ONTONAGON R AT CISCO LAKE OUTLET Preview Cisco Branch Ontonagon R At Cisco Lake Outlet
225.0cfs
225cfs
Kentuck Lake Recreation AreaBOND FALLS CANAL NEAR PAULDING Preview Bond Falls Canal Near Paulding
91cfs
91cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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