Welcome to Perch Lake Campground, a serene wilderness camping destination located in Florence, Wisconsin. As part of the Campgrounds & RV Parks category, we offer a unique outdoor experience for those seeking a rustic escape.
Situated in a natural setting, Perch Lake Campground provides several lakefront campsites accessible via a short hike from a common parking lot. Each campsite is equipped with a wilderness-type toilet, a fire ring, and a picnic table, ensuring a comfortable camping experience amidst nature.
Please note that Perch Lake Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and there is no on-site well. Campers are advised to bring their own water or be prepared to filter water from the lake.
The area surrounding Perch Lake offers a scenic loop hike, which is particularly enjoyable when the lake's water level is low. However, during periods of high water, a section of the lake loop trail may become impassable. Recent seasons have seen this condition, so it is best to be prepared.
Key features of Perch Lake Campground include:
For inquiries and information, please contact us at (715) 362-1300 or +1 715-362-1300. We recommend calling to confirm current conditions and availability before your visit. Enjoy the natural beauty and tranquility of Perch Lake Campground.
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Tent sites
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Dogs allowed
Several nice lakefront campsites a short hike in from a common parking lot. Each campsite has its own wilderness-type toilet similar to campsites in the Boundary Waters. Sites also have a fire ring and picnic table. Bring your own water or filter it out of the lake; there’s no well on-site. This area makes for a nice loop hike when the lake’s water level is low. During high water, one section of the lake loop trail becomes impassible. This has been the case for recent seasons. Lake frontage at the closest campsite appears swimmable.
One of my favorite lakes and camp spots in Wisconsin. Short hike in with a nice view and water access. Nice campsites around the lake. Heads up: they are first come - first serve sites.
Beautiful isolated campground hidden in Florence County. Perfect for a weekend of simplicity, solitude, and quiet contemplation for the true "roughing it" camper. Not for the faint-hearted; no vehicles are allowed, and all gear must be hiked in. But if you truly want a bare-bones camping experience, this is the camp for you.
Extremely rustic camp sites. There is a central parking lot with the cleanest campground pit toilet I have ever seen. All campgrounds are hike in, so you must be able to carry all supplies with you. The hike is not overly long or strenuous. No electricity or running water. This is not glamping, but it us peaceful and scenic and easy enough to hike out and drive in to civilization for an afternoon
Like the others say, this is a 5 site walk in campground. They have fire rings and pit toilets. There is another set of these accross WI-70 surrounding Launterman Lake. I personally enjoy Launterman more due to more luck fishing, but to each their own, they are both nice.
Peaceful hike-in campground with well-maintained sites. Perch Lake is a beautiful backpacking destination within the National Forest. The sites are well cared for, each with at least one newer picnic table—some even have an additional older table. The pre-installed fire rings are convenient, though they may be a bit oversized. The main drawback is the loop trail: it's nearly impassable beyond the fifth site due to a dilapidated boardwalk and uncleared trees. With trail maintenance, this would easily be a 5-star experience.