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Lac Vieux Desert Campground in Wisconsin
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Lac Vieux Desert Campground

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, Wisconsin

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As of September 2026, Lac Vieux Desert Campground is a campground in Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Wisconsin with 15 campsites. Lac Vieux Desert Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Lac Vieux Desert Campground is located at 46.1364ยฐ N, 89.1527ยฐ W.
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Lac Vieux Desert Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

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Campsites at Lac Vieux Desert Campground

  • Standard 15

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Desert.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, biking.

All sites at Lac Vieux Desert Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the LVD loop.

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About Lac Vieux Desert Campground

Overview

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.

Facilities

With 31 campsites accommodating trailers from 35 to 40 feet in length, drinking water, accessible vault toilets, and garbage dumpsters provided, Lac Vieux Desert Campground may become your new fishing headquarters.

Natural Features

Sitting on the western shore of 4,017-acre Lac Vieux Desert, the campground and its sites are nestled amongst tall pines and maples, creating the perfect setting for a weekend getaway.

Nearby Attractions

The town of Phelps and the Phelps to Conover bicycle trail lie a few miles southeast of the campground. Other lakes in close proximity to the campground are North Twin, Long, Big Sand, and Smokey Lake, all of which are known to have excellent fisheries.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (715) 479-2827.

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Lac Vieux Desert Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Lac Vieux Desert Campground?

Lac Vieux Desert Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 15 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Lac Vieux Desert Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Lac Vieux Desert Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Lac Vieux Desert Campground have?

Lac Vieux Desert Campground has 15 campsites.

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