No detected openings were recorded in the last 90 days. Campsite Sniper monitors Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI) continuously and will alert you if that changes.
Of the 1,998 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Nov 30, 2026): 1,998 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative). Of the facility's 27 monitored sites, 16 can be reserved online and 11 are first-come, first-served.
No online availability right now
Load status
Sep 18 – Nov 30, 2026Of the 1,998 tracked site-nights (Sep 18 – Nov 30, 2026): 1,998 on sites not offered for online reservation (first-come, first-served or administrative).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Nov 2026No month in range currently shows online availability. 0 open site-nights across the tracked window — these site-nights are on sites not offered for online reservation.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 27 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 0 | None open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 0 | None open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 0 | None open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: no online availability on any tracked night.
About Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI)
Overview
If you are interested in a quiet campground and excellent pike fishing, Bear Lake Campground is for you. Campsites are situated along the wooded shore and ridge with outstanding views of the lake.
Recreation
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Bear Lake are fishing, swimming, kayaking, and canoeing. The Rat River trail is a good nearby hiking opportunity.
Facilities
Bear Lake Campground has 27 sites. A majority of campsites can accommodate campers as long as 30 feet and longer. The campground also has five tent-only walk-in sites on a wooded peninsula jutting into the lake. 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
This campground sits on the southwest corner of 68-acre Bear Lake. The campground is a mix of hardwoods and pine. The water quality of the lake is moderate at a maximum depth of 20 feet. Fish species found in the lake are northern pike, panfish, and largemouth bass. This campground is also popular with grouse hunters and fall color enthusiasts.
Nearby Attractions
Bear Lake is in close proximity to the Rat River Hike and Bike Trail. Trout fishing opportunities are also nearby on the Peshtigo and Rat Rivers.
Getting there
From Wabeno, drive north 5.5 miles or from Laona drive 3.0 miles to County Road T. Turn east and drive 3 miles to County Road H. Turn right (north) drive 0.75 miles to Goodman Park Road (FR2136). Turn right (east) and drive 4.1 miles to FR3770. Turn right (south) on FR3770 and drive 0.4 miles to the campground.
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI)?
Campsite Sniper's current snapshot shows none of the 1,998 tracked site-nights open for online reservation at Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI). That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
Which sites at Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI) fit a 35-foot RV?
21 of the 27 sites that support RV analysis have a recorded maximum of 35 ft or more; the longest recorded is 64 ft. 22 of those 27 sites have a recorded maximum length and 5 do not; they are not counted as fitting.
Does Bear Lake Campground (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI) have online availability right now?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot, none of the 1,998 tracked site-nights are open for online reservation. That can mean dates are reserved, closed, not yet released, or offered first-come, first-served rather than online. A free Campsite Sniper alert tells you if any date opens online.
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