US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Phelps, Vilas County, Wisconsin.
| Managed by | USDA Forest Service (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 34 |
| Site types | 33 standard, no electric, 1 tent only no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 40 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Drinking water | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (715) 479-2827 |
| 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 Spectacle Lake Recreation Area Campgrounds before you go.
With a 500-foot swim beach and the crystal clear lake, Spectacle Lake Campground is a family favorite. Come fish for a variety of gamefish species or hike the trail to Kentuck Lake Campground. This 2.5-mile trail utilizes part of the old Thunder Lake Railroad bed and is a pleasant hike. Recreation The lake provides visitors with ample opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming. Anglers can expect a catch of walleye, largemouth and smallmouth bass, panfish and trout. The lake is open to all types of boating, motorized and non-motorized.
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.
Spectacle Lake Recreation Area Campgrounds 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.