Perch Lake Campground
This quaint campground is a family favorite. Located approximately 5.5 miles north of Drummond on Forest Road 223 (Delta Drummond Road), there are 16 campsites. Each site includes a defined parking spur, fire ring and picnic table. Perch Lake Campground has two loops located on each side of Perch Lake. The North Loop has a toilet building, water, 10 single-family sites, boat launch, dock and small parking area for up to five vehicles with trailers. This loop is family-friendly located in a stand of hemlocks. There is also an area where campers can access the lake for swimming. The South Loop has water, six single-family sites and a double vault toilet building.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 16 |
Site guide
16 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 2 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 3 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 4 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 5 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 6 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 7 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 8 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 9 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | North Loop | Back-in | No / No | 8 / 4 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground offers a 16 single family campsites for tent of RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water, trash collection and recycling bins are all provided.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May 2 to October 31 |
| Forest | Chequamegon-Nicolet NF |
| Booking | There are no reservable sites at the Perch Lake Campground. All sites are available on a first-come, first-come basis. |
| Fees | Individual campsite fee is $15, or $7.50 with the use of an Interagency pass (access or senior). The interagency pass applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not to any additional fees or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party. |
| Rules | The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest specific restrictions can be found in the Occupancy and Use Restrictions for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Campsite Capacity Maximum of 8 people and 4 vehicles at each camp site. |
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Getting there
From Drummond Wisconsin, take Forest Road 35 off of Highway 63. Proceed about 5 miles and turn right into the campground.
| Nearest town | Washburn, Wisconsin |
| Coordinates | 46.4044° N, 91.2697° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireRedhouse
35 mi from the campground · 22 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Solstice Outdoors ↗ | 20.9 mi |
| Dump station | Madeline Island Sanitary Dump Station ↗ | 36.1 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 4.2 miDrummond Connector3.2 mi trail · hiking, motorcycle, ATV, e-bike
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Rainbow Lake Wilderness, which overlaps Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.
- inRainbow Lake Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 7,135 acres
- inChequamegon-Nicolet National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,005,629 acres
- 8.6 miPorcupine Lake Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,074 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Island Lake CampBuilding · Drummond · 12.5 mi
- Forest Lodge LibraryBuilding · Cable · 13.6 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated on the 72 acre Perch lake that contains trout, panfish and largemouth bass.
Recreation
Nearby attractions include the Rainbow Lake Wilderness, the North Country National Scenic Trail, trout fishing in the White River and the Rust-Owen Reservoir.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Perch Lake Campground?
Sites at Perch Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. There are no reservable sites at the Perch Lake Campground. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Perch Lake Campground?
Individual campsite fee is $15, or $7.50 with the use of an Interagency pass (access or senior). The interagency pass applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not to any additional fees or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Perch Lake Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Perch Lake Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 2 to October 31.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Perch Lake Campground have?
16 sites, including 16 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Perch Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Perch Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Perch Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Perch Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest specific restrictions can be found in the Occupancy and Use Restrictions for the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.
Source: Fire nearby
What is the nearest town to Perch Lake Campground?
Washburn, Wisconsin.
Source: Getting there
What if Perch Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Two Lakes (8.6 mi, partly first-come), Bah1 (9.6 mi), and Bah2 (9.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby