Kentuck Lake Campground
federal · Eagle River, WI
- dump station12 mi
- fuel station7.5 mi

Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview Early settlers from Kentucky gave the name to Kentuck Lake. Kentuck Lake Campground is located on the east lake shore of Kentuck Lake in a stand of maple. The 955-acre lake is popular with anglers and has abundant walleye, bass, crappies and panfish. Kentuck lake is connected to Spectacle Lake Campground by a scenic 2.5-mile-long hiking trail. Recreation The lake provides visitors with ample opportunities for boating and fishing. Anglers can expect a catch of musky, walleye, northern pike, large and smallmouth bass, crappie and perch. The lake is open to all types of boating, motorized and non-motorized. A trail linking the campground to the Spectacle Lake Campground begins near the boat landing and stretches 2.5 miles though mature upland hardwoods and lowland conifer areas. A variety of wildlife make its home in the area and visitors are encouraged to keep watch. Facilities The campground offers 31 single family campsites, available for tent or RV camping. The campground offers both first-come, first-served (13) campsites as well as sites which can be reserved in advance (18). Sites are equipped with tables and fire rings with grills. A pressurized water system is available for drinking water. Natural Features The campground is situated in a stand of maple, at an elevation of 1,730 feet. The adjacent Kentuck Lake is accessible by the boat landing which is located within the campground. Nearby Attractions The City of Eagle River is located about 17 miles west of the campground. A variety of services and activities are offered in Eagle River.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 12 mi
dump station
Dump station
- 7.5 mi
fuel station
Fuel station
- 14 mi
grocery
Trig's
- 14 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 4.6 mi
trailhead
Franklin Nature Trailhead
- 7.4 mi
attraction
Phelps Historical Museum
- 0.3 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
Contact & access
- U S D A FOREST SERVICE · Eagle River, WI 54521
- (715) 479-2827
Reservations & demand
July arrivals are typically reserved about 43 days ahead.
Based on 23 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
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