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Richardson Lake Campground

Campground · National forest in Freedom, Forest County, Wisconsin. Run by USFS.

26Campsites
Richardson LakeRight on the shore of
56 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorUSFS
AgencyUSDA Forest Service (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF)
Campsites26
Site types24 standard, no electric, 1 walk to, 1 tent only no electric
Longest RV/trailer site56 ft
RVs welcomeYes
Tent sitesYes
Drinking waterYes
Dogs allowedYes
Phone(715) 674-4481
Websitewww.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cnnf/recreation/camping-cabins/recar
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Richardson Lake Campground

Richardson Lake Campground sits on its namesake lake in beautiful Forest County Wisconsin. This campground's 26 sites are located on the south shore of Richardson Lake, well known to anglers for its bass, northern pike, and pan fish. Relax on the sandy swim beach or take in the views of the lake from the picnic area above the beach. Take your boat or canoe out on Richardson Lake in search of wildlife along the shoreline. Recreation The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest has an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Those most enjoyed at Richardson are fishing, swimming, and canoeing.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Location & directions

Richardson Lake Campground is in Freedom, Forest County.

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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.