Within Nicolet National Forest, Nelligan Lake provides free camping managed by the US Forest Service. The campground sits near the lake with both drive-in and walk-in sites available. Basic amenities include pit toilets, picnic tables, and ADA accessibility, while campfires, pets, and alcohol are all permitted.
One visitor noted the area attracts various types of recreational vehicles and works well for those bringing motorized toys. Traffic can pick up during busier periods, though quiet stretches occur between vehicles passing through. Cell service reaches the area, and campers seeking different options can explore camping near Mountain or check out Farr Lake Wooded Camp about five miles south.
Description
Nelligan Lake is a 48 acre lake located in Oconto County. It has a maximum depth of 23 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Trout.
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Location
Public CampgroundNelligan Lake is located in Wisconsin
Coordinates
45.225544 N
88.3582102 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 8 min from Green Bay, WI
- 1 hr 21 min from Appleton, WI
- 1 hr 25 min from Wausau, WI
- 1 hr 40 min from Oshkosh, WI
