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You want solitude and lake access in a small, wooded campground where fall color and wildlife viewing shine.
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Price
$15/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
15 campsites
Season
Open annually from M...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Select a month, then check for open campsites
Price
$15/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
15 campsites
Season
Open annually from M...
Cell
No Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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PO Box 896, Hayward, WI, USA
You want solitude and lake access in a small, wooded campground where fall color and wildlife viewing shine.
You need reliable well water or want amenities beyond vault toilets and basic lakeside recreation.
Context for the broader area surrounding Moose Lake, sourced from the federal Recreation.gov rec-area record.
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/cnnf/?cid=STELPRD3791205"><img alt="Campsite photo with a camper and chairs set up." src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd628634.png" style="width: 518px; height: 291px;"/></a></p> <table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="width:500px;"> <tbody> <tr> <td><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/cnnf/recreation/camping-cabins"><img alt="Camping button with an illustration of a tent." src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd576367.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"/></a></td> <td><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/activity/cnnf/recreation/hiking"><img alt="Explore trails are found across the forest. Click to check conditions." src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd576370.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"/></a></td> <td><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/cnnf/?cid=STELPRDB5110152"><img alt="Button with an illustration of a map for maps and publications." src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd576371.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"/></a></td> <td><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/cnnf/?cid=STELPRDB5130790"><img alt="Button with an illustration of a pass for the passes and permits page." src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd576372.png" style="width: 125px; height: 125px;"/></a></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>Unplug and reconnect to the largest expanse of public lands under one ownership in northern Wisconsin. Explore the more than 1.5 million acres of water and woodlands year- round motorized trail riding, water and land-based sports and the solitude of quiet campgrounds. </p> <h3>Top Spring Recreation Areas</h3> <table align="left" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="width:500px;"> <tbody> <tr> <td> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27959">Ed's Lake Trail</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27853">Valhalla Recreation Area</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27827">Wintergreen Trail</a></li> </ul> </td> <td> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27759">Rock Lake Trail</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27751">Mukwonago Trail</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recarea/?recid=27859">Anvil Lake Recreation Area</a></li> </ul> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p>To view recreation features on the map below ...</p> <p>Zoom in on the map to the area that you want to visit and then select the specific site you want to visit such as a campground, cross-country ski area, etc. Once selected, you can click on the individual sites recreation page to learn more about that area.</p> <p><a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/cnnf/?cid=FSEPRD640106">2019 Recreation Fee Proposal</a></p>
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Best season: fall. Fall offers the clearest reasons to visit: crisp, clear days (typically highs in the mid-40s to mid-60s°F in September and early October, with chilly mornings in the 30s–40s) and brilliant maple and aspen color that transforms the shoreline. Canoeing, shore fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing are at their peak as bugs decline and loons and deer are highly visible; water temperatures remain pleasant for early fall paddling. Because Moose Lake Campground only has 15 sites, crowds are still light— Peak months: September, October, August, June Avoid: November, December, January, February
Early fall recommended: cooler temps, peak maple/aspen color and far fewer bugs per reviews.
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Moose Lake Campground offers essential amenities in a natural setting. Features include picnic tables, fire rings with grills, accessible vault toilets, drinking water from a hand pump (though its safety is questionable due to toxic manganese levels as noted in a user review), and trash collection. Roads and parking aprons are unpaved, consisting of grass and gravel. A boat ramp and sandy beach provide access to the lake, though the beach has been reported as overgrown and littered in some areas. Firewood is not available for purchase, and campers must bring their own or find a local source.
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Pulled from per-site mentions in 73 reviews.
Site 3 is praised for its excellent lake views and privacy.
Site 4 is noted for its spaciousness and direct path to the water.
Site 2 is better suited for tents due to its small size.
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