USDA Forest Service · Wisconsin
Emily Lake Recreation Area
USDA Forest Service · Wisconsin, United States
- Sites
- 1
- Hookups
- 1 with water, 1 no hookups
- Season
- May 1 to October 12
- Drinking water
- Yes
- Restrooms
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Elevation
- 1,568 ft
- Dark sky
- Bortle class 1
- Cell coverage
- T-Mobile weak · AT&T weak · Verizon weak (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
- Access road
- FR 1178 (NFSR 1178) · crushed aggregate or gravel · moderate degree of user comfort
- Lake
- Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
- Nearest town
- Park Falls
- Address
- Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Park Falls, WI, 54552
- Activities
- Birding, Boating, Camping, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking, Ice Fishing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Paddling, Star Gazing
About
Recreation
Boating and fishing are popular activities on the lake, with excellent bass and pan fish available.
The area holds many opportunities to encounter rare species of fish, wildlife and plants. Bird watching, nature study programs and viewing the vivid fall foliage are also among popular activities for visitors.
Nearby hunting opportunities for big game, upland game birds, waterfowl and small game, exists across the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Fishing for trout or other game fish is available in any of the 600 available lakes or 1,200 miles of stream.
For hiking enthusiasts, 800 miles of trails are located throughout the north woods. For those that enjoy quiet places, the forest contains five designated Wilderness areas and several semi-primitive non-motorized areas. Motorized recreation is also available to the public, with approximately 300 miles of designated trail winding through the diverse landscape.
Facilities
Emily Lake is 31-acres in size and has a boat ramp for activities like canoeing and fishing. The campground is near the Round Lake Non-motorized area for biking and hiking. Grills, drinking water and vault toilets create an ideal atmosphere for parties and family get-togethers.
Natural Features
The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest covers more than 1.5 million acres of Wisconsin's Northwoods. The sparse population of the area and low visitor use, make the wild and scenic beauty of the forest that much more enjoyable. Hundred of miles of maintained trails make this area a hikers paradise.
The pristine Emily Lake provides a breathtaking backdrop for a traditional camping experience.
Nearby Attractions
Park Falls, located just over 20 miles away, offers historical attractions, museums and restaurants-perfect for a day trip.
Weather, month by month
| Month | Typical high | Typical low | Coldest night | Hottest day | Years with a night below 32°F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20° | 4° | -25° | 41° | 11 of 11 |
| February | 24° | 7° | -21° | 47° | 11 of 11 |
| March | 37° | 21° | -5° | 67° | 11 of 11 |
| April | 48° | 30° | 10° | 76° | 11 of 11 |
| May | 65° | 45° | 30° | 80° | 1 of 11 |
| June | 71° | 55° | 45° | 88° | 0 of 11 |
| July | 78° | 61° | 52° | 93° | 0 of 11 |
| August | 74° | 60° | 52° | 85° | 0 of 11 |
| September | 70° | 54° | 38° | 81° | 0 of 11 |
| October | 54° | 40° | 25° | 71° | 3 of 10 |
| November | 36° | 26° | 2° | 59° | 10 of 10 |
| December | 27° | 12° | -14° | 53° | 10 of 10 |
Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.
Nearby campgrounds
- Twin Lakes (Wi) · USDA Forest Service · 3 mi · 18 sites
- Smith Rapids · USDA Forest Service · 9 mi · 19 sites
- Sandy Beach Lake Campground · State Forest · 10 mi · 33 sites
- Turtle Flambeau Scenic Waters Area · Wisconsin State Parks · 12 mi · 66 sites
- Lake of the Falls County Park Campground · City, County & Regional Parks · 15 mi
All public campgrounds in Wisconsin · Every state and province · Facts read from the operator 2026-03-11. Confirm fees, rules and current status with the operator before you go.