Sailor Lake

Sailor Lake

About this campsite

Overview

Rustic Sailor Lake Campground sits on the northwestern shores of scenic Sailor Lake. Its scenic views and secluded location make it popular for campers and explorers alike. The campground offers access to the lake as well as a beautiful picnic area and access to off-road vehicle trails.

Recreation

Sailor Lake Campground is a favorite among off-road enthusiasts, offering direct access to the 70-mile Flambeau Trail System. The trail is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, wooden bridges and vistas overlooking various bogs and lakes. It is a popular snowmobiling location during winter months. The campground is adjacent to 170-acre Sailor Lake, which is popular for boating and fishing. Anglers will find healthy populations of pan fish and northern pike. A boat ramp is located a mile south of the campground at the Sailor Lake Picnic Area. A picnic shelter is also avaialble at the picnic area.

Facilities

The campground offers about two dozen sites for tent or RV camping. There are no hookups available and parking spurs are either grass or gravel. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Some sites are secluded by trees and some are situated on the waterfront.

Natural Features

The campground is laid out in two loops and situated on the shores of Sailor Lake at an elevation of about 1,460 feet. The sites are shaded by a mixed hardwood forest.

Nearby Attractions

The campground is located approximately 11 miles southeast of Fifield. The city boasts a variety of tourist attractions, including historic sites, a reconstructed logging dam and a couple of war memorials.

Location

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SAILOR LAKE PAVILION

Overview Sailor Lake Pavilion is located near Sailor Lake Campground, both adjacent to scenic Sailor Lake. Its secluded setting makes it a popular location for family and group events. The pavilion is located on Sailor Lake which is popular for fishing. Nearby off-road vehicle trails are also quite the draw. Recreation Sailor Lake Pavilion provides access to the 70-mile Flambeau Trail System. The trail is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, wooden bridges and vistas overlooking various bogs and lakes. It is a popular snowmobiling location during winter months. There is a boat ramp with dock in the Sailor Lake Picnic Area, which is where the Pavilion is located. Anglers will find healthy populations of pan fish and northern pike in Sailor Lake. Facilities The pavilion is a day-use picnic area that can accommodate groups of up to 30 people. No overnight camping is available at the site. The pavilion is equipped with multiple tables, grills and a campfire circle. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural Features The pavilion is situated on the northwestern shore of Sailor Lake at an elevation of about 1,460 feet. The area is shaded by a mixed hardwood forest. Nearby Attractions Sailor Lake is located approximately 11 miles southeast of Fifield. The area boasts a variety of tourist attractions, including historic sites, a reconstructed logging dam and a couple of war memorials.

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SMITH RAPIDS PAVILION

Overview Smith Rapids Pavilion is day-use picnicking area contained within Smith Rapids Campground. Both accommodate equestrians and are situated near a variety of scenic spots in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in northern Wisconsin. The pavilion is popular for its access to miles of horseback riding trails. Recreation Smiths Rapids is specifically tailored to accommodate horseback riders, providing direct access to the 18.5-mile Smith River Saddle Equestrian Trail. The trails in the area are very rugged and have a limited maintenance schedule, but remain popular with equestrian riders and campers alike. The fast-flowing South Fork of the Flambeau River is popular among canoeists. A carry-down boat ramp is available at the campground. The river is populated with a variety of trout. The campground is in close proximity to the 70-mile Flambeau Trail System, open to off-road vehicles, hiking and mountain biking. The trail is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, wooden bridges and vistas overlooking various bogs and lakes. It is a popular snowmobiling location during winter months. Off road vehicles are not allowed to operate in Smith Rapids Campground. Facilities The accessible pavilion is a day-use picnic area for groups of up to 30 people. No overnight camping is available at the pavilion. Picnic tables, grills and trash service is provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Natural Features At an elevation of about 1,500 feet, the pavilion provides a shaded picnic site. Smith Rapids is located on the South Fork of the Flambeau River, with a scenic view of Smith Rapids Covered Bridge. Constructed in 1991, the bridge is the only glue-laminated town lattice covered bridge in Wisconsin. Nearby Attractions Park Falls, Wisconsin is approximately 17 miles from the campground and is a full service community.

11.0 km away

SMITH RAPIDS

Overview Smith Rapids Campground is located on the South Fork of the Flambeau River. It is an ideal location for hiking, river fishing and canoeing. Recreation The fast-flowing South Fork of the Flambeau River is popular among canoeists. A carry-down boat ramp is available at the campground. The river has walleye, smallmouth bass, redhorse, musky and northern pike. The campground is also in close proximity to the 70-mile Flambeau Trail System, open to off-road vehicles, hiking and mountain biking. The trail is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, a wooden bridge and vistas overlooking various bogs and lakes. It is a popular snowmobiling location during winter months. Off-road vehicles are not permitted to operate in Smith Rapids Campground. Facilities The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Several of the sites have extra long parking spurs. Tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Natural Features At an elevation of about 1,500 feet, the campground provides shady, wooded sites. Smith Rapids is located on the South Fork of the Flambeau River, with a scenic view of Smith Rapids Covered Bridge. Constructed in 1991, the bridge is the only glue-laminated town lattice covered bridge in Wisconsin. Nearby Attractions Park Falls, Wisconsin is approximately 17 miles from the campground and is a full service community.