US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Phelps, Vilas County, Wisconsin.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 31 |
| Site types | 31 standard, no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 40 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Drinking water | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Website | www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recreation/camping-cabins/recar |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Lac Vieux Desert Recreation Area before you go.
Lac Vieux Desert Campground is located on the western shore of Lac Vieux Desert, the headwaters of the Wisconsin River. Located in the northwest corner of the Nicolet National Forest, just miles from the Michigan Border, Lac Vieux Desert is one of the premier fisheries in the State of Wisconsin. Recreation With walleye, northern pike, musky, large and smallmouth bass, as well as a variety of panfish, Lac Vieux Desert is an angler's paradise. The campgrounds boat landing provides direct access to the lake for the early morning or late evening bite.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Lac Vieux Desert Recreation Area is in Phelps, Vilas County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.