Starrett Lake Campground

Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest

This quiet campground wraps around the south shore of beautiful Starrett Lake (67 acres). Gorgeous northwoods scenery along with an electric-motor and no-wake restriction make this an excellent lake for canoeing and kayaking, and several sites have canoe landings. The campground is spread out over hilly terrain beneath a canopy of tall pines, birch and hardwoods, every campsite is moderate to fully shaded. Most offer pleasant levels of seclusion from neighboring campers.

CAMPGROUND BROCHURE RESERVE A CAMPSITE

There are 42 non-electric campsites. 36 sites are available for tent and RV/trailer camping (back-in only, length varies) and 6 are walk-in tent only. Each site has a parking spur, tent area, fire ring, and picnic table. Site #1302 is the Campground Manager. Campground amenities include drinking water (hand pump), vault toilets, and a firewood bin ($ fee). All sites are reservable. The facilities have been recently updated and are well-maintained.

Lakeside Campsites with Lake Access
The following waterfront campsites have at least partial lake views and shoreline access: 1301, 1304, 1305, 1306, 1309, 1310, 1311, 1326, 1327, 1328, 1338, 1340, 1342, & 1344.

Three walk-in tent sites are tucked away in the northwest corner of the campground. Each has plenty of seclusion and its own canoe landing. Site 1309 is the most scenic with a tent area beneath red pines and a fire ring only a few feet from the lake with amazing views. If 1309 is not available, try 1310 which sits next to a small bay with a fire ring close to the lake shore. 1311 is also next to the lake and is the most secluded site in the campground.

Walk-in tent sites 1326, 1327, and 1328 are next to the boat landing with open views of the lake, but not a lot of privacy.

The developed boat landing is in the middle of the campground and offers a ramp, launch pier, and paved turnaround.

Starrett Lake is a designated quiet campground. Generator usage and loud electronic devices are not allowed.

CAMPGROUND BROCHURE RESERVE A CAMPSITE
Trails & Places

The Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest offers abundant recreation opportunities for silent sports enthusiasts. These include hiking trails, nature trails, paddle trails, mountain bike trail systems, and over 52 miles of paved bicycle paths. Visit the NH-AL website for more info. The campground makes an excellent basecamp for enjoying everything the area has to offer. The communities of Sayner, St Germain, Boulder Junction, Minocqua, Woodruff, and Eagle River are only minutes away by car, offering groceries, sporting goods, souvenir shops, restaurants, and pubs.

Season

The campground opens the Thursday before the fishing opener and closes the Tuesday after Columbus Day weekend.

Registration

Campsite reservations are required before occupying a site. Campsites may be reserved on the day of your arrival, or up to 11 months in advance, online or by phone (1.888.947.2757). Campers must be finished setting up by 11:00 pm. A Wisconsin State Park & Forest Vehicle Admission Sticker is required (daily or annual).

Campground Stats
  • Total Number of Campsites: 42
  • RV & Tent Campsites: 36
  • Tent Only Campsites: 6
  • Group Campsites: 0
  • Reservable Campsites: 42
  • Campground Manager Site: #1302
Campground Amenities
Campsite Amenities
  • All sites are non-electric
  • Fire ring
  • Picnic table
  • Tent area
  • Parking spur
  • Campsite Capacity: 6 people per site
  • Group Site Capacity: 12 people per site
  • All sites offer at least partial shade
RV & Camping Trailer Info
  • RV/Trailer Dump Station: No
  • Nearby Dump Station: 46.0680929, -89.6457277
    North Trout Lake Campground (free for NH-AL campers), 3 miles away
  • Nearby Dump Station: 46.002054, -89.621313
    Crystal Lake Campground (free for NH-AL campers), 7 miles away
Campground Activities
  • Starrett Lake (67 acres, max depth: 19 feet)
  • Boating (electric-motor, no-wake)
  • Canoeing & kayaking
  • Paddleboarding
  • Fishing
  • ⥾ Largemouth Bass (abundant)
  • ⥾ Panfish (common)
  • ⥾ Smallmouth Bass (present)
  • ⥾ Northern Pike (present)
  • ⥾ Walleye (present)
  • Lake Bottom: 75% sand, 25% gravel
Managing Agency
  • Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest
  • Crystal Lake Visitor Station
  • 3237 Crystal Lake Road
  • Boulder Junction, WI 54512
Local Gas & Services
  • Sayner is 5 miles away
    (restaurants, grocery, supplies, convenience store, gas)
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  • Boulder Junction is 7 miles away
    (restaurants, grocery, supplies, convenience store, gas & services, laundromat)
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  • St Germain is 12 miles away
    (restaurants, grocery, supplies, convenience store, gas & services, laundromat)
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  • Minocqua-Woodruff is 14 miles away
    (restaurants, grocery, supplies, convenience store, gas & services, laundromat)
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  • Manitowish Waters is 20 miles away
    (restaurants, grocery, supplies, convenience store, gas & services)
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  • Distances are from the campground entrance.
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