# Loons, elk and a thousand lakes: by camper through the Wisconsin Northwoods from Black River Falls via Chequamegon-Nicolet and Hayward to Superior > From the sandstone hills near Black River Falls through the Eagle River Chain, Minocqua, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and the Namekagon valley to… Source: https://camping-spirit.com/guides/rf-607-wisconsin-northwoods-chequamegon-nicolet/ **At a glance:** 8-day road trip of about 896 km (557 mi) with 15 stops, from Black River Falls to Superior. About 9 h 56 min of driving in total. Best time to go: May–June and September. No toll roads expected for a car. From the sandstone hills near Black River Falls through the Eagle River Chain, Minocqua, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and the Namekagon valley to the waterfalls of Copper Falls, on to Hurley and the western tip of Lake Superior: around 1,000 kilometres of northern forest in eight stages. | | | |---|---| | Distance | approx. 896 km (557 mi) | | Driving | 9 h 56 min | | Suggested days | 8 | | Stops | 15 | | Route | Black River Falls → Superior | | States | WI | | Best time to go | May–June and September | | Tolls and vignettes | None expected | | Updated | October 1, 2026 | [Download GPX file](https://camping-spirit.com/gpx/rf-607-wisconsin-northwoods-chequamegon-nicolet.gpx) Practical guides for this route: [Driving in the US: The Rules European Visitors Most Often Get Wrong at the Wheel](https://camping-spirit.com/magazine/us-driving-rules-visitors/), [Fuel, Tolls and Distances: Practical US Driving Math for Motorhome and Camper Travelers](https://camping-spirit.com/magazine/us-fuel-tolls-distances/), [US national parks: entry fees, passes and reservations in plain terms](https://camping-spirit.com/magazine/us-national-park-passes/) *From the sandstone hills near Black River Falls through the Eagle River Chain, Minocqua, the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and the Namekagon valley to the waterfalls of Copper Falls, on to Hurley and the western tip of Lake Superior: around 1,000 kilometres of northern forest in eight stages.* ## The spirit of the route In northern Wisconsin the forest is not a backdrop, it is the space you live in. Red pines and birches line narrow roads, lakes flash between the trunks, so many that you eventually stop counting. In the morning mist lies on the water, and through the open sliding door you hear the yodelling call of the diving bird known here as the “loon”, a fixture on every lake. In the evening the fire crackles, and in the dark wolves howl, or perhaps it is only the neighbours. The route leaps from the sandstone of the south across the chain of lakes at Eagle River and Minocqua into the vast state forests, meets elk at Clam Lake, follows the Namekagon River, protected as a Wild and Scenic River, and ends at the waterfalls and old ore towns near Lake Superior. If you are looking for peace, you will find it here on forest roads, at boat ramps and on campgrounds under pines. ## Stage-by-stage plan ### Stage 1: Black River Falls to Merrill (approx. 200 km) - **The drive:** From Black River Falls on the I-94, minor roads lead north-east via Neillsville and Marshfield to the Wausau area, and from there on the US-51 to Merrill. The roads are two-lane and well maintained, with speeds mostly 55 mph (88 km/h) and 25–35 mph in towns. The character changes from sandstone hills and pine forest through dairy farmland to the Wisconsin River valley. Pure driving time is around 2.5 hours. Fuel stations and supermarkets are plentiful in Neillsville, Marshfield and Wausau. Which minor roads you take between Black River Falls and Wausau is best decided with up-to-date navigation. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Black River State Forest near Black River Falls: pine and oak forest on sandy ground with rocks and hiking trails along the Black River. Castle Mound is a sandstone hill with a short climb; check trails, access roads and opening times in advance on the Wisconsin DNR website. - The Highground near Neillsville: a memorial park for veterans on a ridge with wide views over the hills, usually open to the public all year. A good spot for a quiet break after the start. - Wausau and Rib Mountain: Rib Mountain State Park rises from the plain as a quartzite ridge; viewpoints at the summit, and larger vehicles can park only in the main car parks. - **Official campsite or RV park:** Council Grounds State Park in Merrill: a campground in the forest on a reservoir of the Wisconsin River, with pitches with and without electricity, showers and a dump station (both seasonal, roughly mid-May to mid-October). Reserve through the Wisconsin DNR reservation system; for motorhomes, prefer the pitches with electricity and check the permitted vehicle length when booking. For guests who want to stay in Black River Falls: Black River State Forest with the Pigeon Creek and Castle Mound campgrounds. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** In Wisconsin’s state parks and state forests, overnighting is allowed only on designated sites. Roadsides, rest areas and shop car parks are off limits for the night unless expressly permitted. The nearest dispersed camping is in the national forests from stage 2 onwards. - **Insider tip for campers:** Shop and fill up with water in Merrill at the end of the stage: the forest campgrounds that follow often have only hand pumps and no hook-ups. All state parks require a vehicle admission sticker; non-residents pay a separate rate, so check the amounts on the DNR website. Kwik Trip fuel stations are common in this area and often have long opening hours. ### Stage 2: Merrill to Eagle River (approx. 130 km) - **The drive:** North on the US-51 to Tomahawk, then on to Rhinelander and from there on the US-45 to Eagle River. Two-lane, speeds mostly 55 mph, slower through towns. The landscape grows ever more densely wooded and the lakes more frequent; on summer weekends there is traffic from anglers and holiday-home guests. Pure driving time is around 2 hours. Fuel stations in Tomahawk, Rhinelander and Eagle River. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Rhinelander: the main town of the area, known for the Hodag, an invented mythical creature and the town’s mascot, which you keep meeting there. Good for shopping and fuel. - Eagle River Chain of Lakes: a chain of 28 connected lakes which, by its own account, is one of the largest naturally connected chains of freshwater lakes in the world. By kayak or canoe you can paddle from lake to lake through the narrow channels. - Nicolet section of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest: forest landscape with clear lakes, sandy beaches and hiking trails. The forest is extensive and consists of several units; roads are mostly gravel. - **Official campsite or RV park:** In the Nicolet section of the national forest east of Eagle River (on the WI-70) lie the forest campgrounds Anvil Lake (about 18 pitches, no electricity, with drinking water) and Franklin Lake (about 77 pitches, some with electricity). Some of the pitches can be reserved through recreation.gov, the rest only on a first-come basis; the season usually ends in mid-October. Check facilities and vehicle length per pitch in advance. If you want hook-ups, a private campground in Eagle River is an option. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** In the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, dispersed tent and vehicle camping away from designated sites is generally allowed, with a limited length of stay at the same spot, free of charge and without hook-ups. Minimum distances from water, roads and campgrounds and fire restrictions apply – check the current rules and restrictions (Forest Orders) at the ranger office or on fs.usda.gov. You may drive only on designated forest roads. - **Insider tip for campers:** Download the map beforehand: in the forest many forest roads are not shown on every map, and mobile reception is patchy. Forest roads can be soft after rain; with a tall motorhome, take only tracks you can see far enough ahead on. Mosquitoes and black flies are a nuisance in early summer, ticks in the leaf litter and tall grass. ### Stage 3: Eagle River to Minocqua (approx. 85 km) - **The drive:** From Eagle River on minor roads to the west, past Sayner and Boulder Junction into the heart of the Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest, then via Woodruff to Minocqua. Speeds mostly 45–55 mph, lots of forest, lake views and the occasional animal crossing. Pure driving time is around 1.5 hours, half a day with stops. Fuel stations in Eagle River, Boulder Junction, Woodruff and Minocqua. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Sayner: the Vilas County Historical Museum recalls, among other things, the beginnings of the snowmobile, which Carl Eliason built here in the 1920s. - Boulder Junction: the little town calls itself the Muskie Capital. All around are many small lakes; there are boat ramps on Trout Lake. - Minocqua: an island town between Lake Minocqua and Lake Kawaguesaga with boardwalks, pubs and ice-cream parlours. The Bearskin State Trail, a cycle path on an old railway line, starts here. - **Official campsite or RV park:** Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest: with over 900 lakes, one of the largest state forests in the state. Forest campgrounds such as Crystal Lake near Sayner and Firefly Lake near Boulder Junction lie on the water, with hand pumps, flush toilets and showers, but no electric hook-up. Not every campground has a dump station (Crystal Lake yes, Firefly Lake no). Reserve through the Wisconsin DNR reservation system, early in holiday periods and at weekends. Alternatively, private campgrounds on the edge of Minocqua with full hook-ups. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** In the state forest, overnighting is allowed only on designated sites or, with a permit, at backcountry sites; off-site camping with a vehicle is not provided for. If you want to stay free, move to national forest land in the surrounding area. - **Insider tip for campers:** On the weekend before the summer holiday and on public holidays, campgrounds and roads are full; during the week it is much quieter. Water, ice and firewood are available in Minocqua and Woodruff. For firewood: buy it locally and do not bring it from other regions, so that tree pests such as the emerald ash borer are not spread. ### Stage 4: Minocqua to Clam Lake (approx. 170 km) - **The drive:** From Minocqua on minor roads through the forest to the west, through Park Falls and on north-west into the Chequamegon section of the national forest as far as Clam Lake. Two-lane, mostly straight, speed 55 mph, little traffic except near the towns; roads run through hardwood forest with deep verges, and wildlife crosses the road. Pure driving time is around 3 hours. Fuel stations in Park Falls; after that they are thinly scattered – fill up beforehand. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Park Falls: a town on the Flambeau River with anglers and shops. The Flambeau River offers paddling stretches, with mosquitoes in early summer. - Clam Lake Elk Range: elk live in the Chequamegon section, reintroduced in 1995. The best times for sightings are early morning and dusk; in autumn, during the rut, you can hear the bulls calling. Stay calm and keep your distance. - The lakes around Clam Lake: forest lakes with boat ramps and swimming spots; a canoe or kayak is ideal. - **Official campsite or RV park:** Chequamegon section of the national forest: the forest campground Day Lake near Clam Lake (about 50 pitches) has a hand pump, toilets and no electricity. It is designated for off-road vehicle (ATV/UTV) camping, so it can get noisy. Whether and how you can reserve, clarify in advance with the Forest Service; also check vehicle length and availability. There are also private campgrounds with hook-ups in Park Falls and Clam Lake. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** Dispersed camping is generally allowed in the Chequamegon section of the national forest as in the Nicolet section (with a limited length of stay, away from campgrounds, water and roads). Check the rules and forest roads on site at the Forest Service station or on the forest’s website. Fires only where permitted, and extinguish them completely. - **Insider tip for campers:** Bears: black bears live throughout the area. Lock food, rubbish and anything scented in the vehicle, do not keep it in the tent, and put waste in the containers provided at campgrounds. On small forest roads mobile reception is rare; download navigation offline beforehand. In heavy rain gravel roads can become impassable. ### Stage 5: Clam Lake to Cable (approx. 125 km) - **The drive:** From Clam Lake on the WI-77 west to Hayward, then a detour south-west into the Namekagon River valley near Trego and back north on the US-63 to Cable. Two-lane, speed 55 mph, many lakes and river crossings, more traffic near Hayward. Pure driving time is around 2 hours. Fuel stations in Hayward, Trego and Cable. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Hayward: a well-known holiday resort with muskie fishing; the National Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame is recognisable by a giant muskie sculpture. Every summer the Lumberjack World Championships take place here, with lumberjack competitions. - Namekagon River: like the St. Croix, the river belongs to the NPS St. Croix National Scenic Riverway and is protected as a Wild and Scenic River. The Namekagon Visitor Center near Trego provides information on paddling stretches, rentals and water levels. - Cable: starting point for the CAMBA mountain bike trails and, in winter, for the American Birkebeiner, one of the largest ski marathons in North America, between Cable and Hayward. - **Official campsite or RV park:** Namekagon Lake Campground in the Chequamegon section of the national forest near Cable: a forest campground on the lake, simply equipped and without electricity; check reservations and facilities in advance with the Forest Service or on recreation.gov. Check vehicle length per pitch. Private campgrounds with full hook-ups can be found around Hayward. Along the Namekagon River the NPS offers simple riverbank tent sites, which are mostly intended for paddlers only. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** Dispersed camping in the national forest around Cable is generally possible. Along the Namekagon River, riverbank sites are provided for boat and tent users, but not for vehicles; ask about the rules at the visitor center. - **Insider tip for campers:** A day on the Namekagon River is worthwhile: rentals and shuttles are available in Trego and Hayward. During Birkie week in February roads and accommodation are full – only relevant for winter travellers. The CAMBA maps are available from the bike shops in Cable. ### Stage 6: Cable to Copper Falls State Park near Mellen (approx. 150 km) - **The drive:** From Cable on the US-63 north to the Ashland area, then on the WI-13 south to Mellen and on to Copper Falls State Park. Two-lane, speed 55 mph, forest and hills, little traffic. Pure driving time is around 2.5 hours. Fuel stations in Cable, Ashland and Mellen. For details on Ashland, Bayfield and the Apostle Islands, see the CampingSpirit guide to Door County and the Apostle Islands. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Copper Falls State Park: the Bad River and the Tyler Forks plunge over dark lava rock into a gorge. A circular trail leads past Copper Falls, Brownstone Falls and Doughboy’s Falls, with steps and viewing platforms. - Mellen: a small town on the edge of the Penokee Hills, with a grocery store and fuel station, useful as a resupply stop. - Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest by the roadside: detours on forest roads lead to lakes and river crossings. - **Official campsite or RV park:** Copper Falls State Park: two campgrounds, the North Campground with electric pitches and the South Campground without electricity, each with drinking water and toilets; showers are seasonal. Ask the DNR in advance about a dump station. Reserve through the Wisconsin DNR; heavily booked in summer and on autumn weekends during the leaf colours. Note the vehicle length per pitch. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** In the state park, overnighting only on the campground. In the surrounding area, the national forest land south of Mellen offers the possibility of dispersed camping, under the usual rules. - **Insider tip for campers:** The circular trail at the waterfalls has many steps; wear hiking shoes with a good tread, as it is slippery after rain. In late summer the falls carry little water, in spring and after rain the most. For autumn: the leaf colours in the north are usually at their best from late September to early October. ### Stage 7: Copper Falls State Park to Hurley (approx. 70 km) - **The drive:** From Mellen on minor roads through the forest to the north-east (plan the route with up-to-date navigation), finally on the US-2 or US-51 to Hurley. Two-lane, speeds mostly 55 mph, hardly any traffic, many forest sections, 25–35 mph in small towns. Pure driving time is about 1.5 hours. Fuel stations in Mellen and Hurley. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Hurley: a former mining and logging town right on the border with Michigan, with the once notorious Silver Street, now pubs and shops. The Iron County Historical Museum shows mining and logging history. - Montreal: Wisconsin’s mining town with identical workers’ houses and the headframe of the former iron ore mine; a short detour from Hurley. - Potato River Falls near Gurney: a waterfall in a county park, reached by a short path; observe access and viewpoints on site. - **Official campsite or RV park:** Around Hurley there are simple county campgrounds and private campgrounds; one example is Lake of the Falls County Park near Mercer (Iron County, about 40 minutes south of Hurley), with pitches with and without electricity, showers and a dump station, season roughly May to mid-October. Check status, facilities and vehicle length in advance with the county. As an alternative, stay one night longer in Copper Falls State Park or continue to Superior. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** For national forest land in the surrounding area, the forest’s dispersed camping rules apply; for the Iron County Forest, ask the county. In Hurley and Montreal themselves, overnighting on streets and car parks is prohibited. - **Insider tip for campers:** Hurley lies on the Montreal River: Ironwood, Michigan, is within walking distance. For continuing into the Upper Peninsula with the Porcupine Mountains and Lake of the Clouds, see the CampingSpirit guide to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula; the border crossing between Wisconsin and Michigan is an ordinary state line with no checks. Fill up and shop in Hurley before you carry on. ### Stage 8: Hurley to Superior (approx. 190 km) - **The drive:** From Hurley on the US-2 north-west to Ashland and on west via Iron River and Brule to Superior at the western end of Lake Superior. Two-lane, speeds 55–65 mph, forest corridors, a few bends and hills, more traffic near Superior. Pure driving time is around 3 hours. Fuel stations in Ashland, Iron River and Superior. - **Highlights & must-sees:** - Brule River State Forest: the Bois Brule, a popular trout river, flows through forest and moorland. Several access points to the river for anglers and paddlers, several hiking trails. - Pattison State Park: here the Black River plunges about 165 ft (about 50 m) at Big Manitou Falls – it is considered the highest waterfall in Wisconsin. Well-built access paths and viewing platforms. - Superior: a port city at the western tip of Lake Superior; at Wisconsin Point a long spit of land juts into the lake, with a lighthouse and beach. The Duluth–Superior harbour is one of the largest inland ports on the Great Lakes. - **Official campsite or RV park:** Pattison State Park south of Superior: a forest campground with electric pitches (30 A) and without electricity, showers and a dump station; reserve through the Wisconsin DNR. Alternatively the Brule River State Forest with simple campgrounds without electricity and with a hand pump (Bois Brule and Copper Range), all reservable; the roads at Bois Brule Campground are narrow in places, so scout them first. Check vehicle length and facilities in advance. - **Free camping or nature tip (where legal):** In the Brule River State Forest and in the state park, designated sites only (in the Brule River State Forest, backpacking with free registration is possible in remote areas; camping is prohibited along the river and the lake shore). On the outskirts of Superior, overnighting on streets and car parks is not allowed. - **Insider tip for campers:** For continuing to Duluth and along the Minnesota coast, see the CampingSpirit guide to the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota. The Blatnik Bridge and the Bong Bridge between Superior and Duluth can be used by motorhomes; observe the signs for height and weight. ## Camping practice & local rules ### Wild camping & overnight parking - In the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, dispersed camping away from campgrounds is generally allowed, with a limited length of stay, free of charge, away from campgrounds, swimming spots and water; check the current rules on the forest’s website or at the ranger office. You may drive only on the designated road network. - In state parks and state forests (for example Council Grounds, Northern Highland–American Legion, Copper Falls, Pattison, Brule River), overnighting is allowed exclusively on designated sites; violations lead to fines. County forests have their own rules, which you must ask the county about. - Roadside rest areas, shop car parks and roadsides are not campgrounds. Individual chains allow overnighting after consultation; rules apply per branch. - Reservations: Wisconsin DNR (state parks, state forests), recreation.gov (national forest and NPS). Book early for weekends from June to October; pitches in the forest are sometimes available only on a first-come basis. - Wildlife: black bears and wolves live throughout the north. Lock food, rubbish and anything with a smell in the vehicle, never keep it in the tent. Do not crowd elk and deer. Ticks (including deer ticks carrying Lyme disease) and black flies are widespread. - Federal lands: for national forests and the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway (NPS), check current fees and rules on fs.usda.gov or nps.gov. The America the Beautiful Pass is valid for federal lands with an entrance fee. Apps: iOverlander, Campendium, The Dyrt, Recreation.gov; Park4Night is little used here. ### Waste disposal & supplies - Dump stations: on campgrounds in the state parks (for example Council Grounds, Pattison) and at individual campgrounds in the Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest (for example Crystal Lake), and on private campgrounds. Simple campgrounds in the national forest and in the Brule River State Forest usually have no hook-ups. - Drinking water: at pumps and taps on campgrounds; in the forests, bring water from the day before. Treat water from lakes and rivers only by filtering or boiling. - Empty grey water and chemical toilets only at dump stations; discharging into forest or lakes is prohibited and punished with heavy fines. - Propane: fuel stations, DIY stores, many Kwik Trip stations and campgrounds refill or exchange US cylinders; European cylinders are generally not refilled. Get adapters beforehand. - Electricity: electric pitches in state parks usually offer 30 A; the campgrounds of the Northern Highland–American Legion State Forest and the Brule River State Forest have no electricity, and in the national forest only a few campgrounds do (for example Franklin Lake). Generators are limited to certain hours on many campgrounds. - Shopping and fuel: supermarkets in Wausau, Merrill, Rhinelander, Eagle River, Minocqua, Park Falls, Hayward, Ashland and Superior. Between Park Falls and Clam Lake and on the way to Hurley fuel stations are rare – fill up in good time. ### Vehicle size & traffic rules - Speed limits: interstates in Wisconsin mostly 70 mph, minor roads and US highways 55 to 65 mph, in towns 25–35 mph. Motorhomes and combinations drive at the same limits as cars unless signed otherwise. Drive more slowly in winter and in the wet. - Dimensions: motorhomes and trailers must not exceed the legal dimensions (approx. 8.5 ft width, 13 ft 6 in height); length limits apply to vehicle and combination, and if in doubt ask the Wisconsin DOT. - Tolls: there are no toll roads in Wisconsin. Bridges between Superior and Duluth are toll-free; E-ZPass is not needed here. - Mobile phone at the wheel: texting while driving is prohibited; additional restrictions apply in roadworks zones. Check the current rules with the Wisconsin DOT. - Fire: open fires only in the fire rings of the campgrounds; there are bans when the wildfire risk is high. Buy firewood locally, do not bring it from other regions. - Weather: thunderstorms and heat in summer, snowfall into April in spring, early frosts in autumn. Roads in the north can be restricted in spring by thaw (frost laws, weight limits) – note this with heavy vehicles. - Emergency: 911. Mobile reception in the forests of northern Wisconsin is often patchy; offline maps and an emergency routine for dead zones make sense. ## CampingSpirit packing & preparation checklist - Mosquito net, head net and repellent: mosquitoes and black flies are the main topic in the Northwoods in early summer. - Tick remover and long, light-coloured clothing: deer ticks transmit Lyme disease. - Kayak or canoe (or a reservation for a rental) for the Eagle River Chain, the Namekagon River and the lakes in the national forest. - Bear-proof storage, such as lockable boxes in the vehicle, and a headlamp with red light for evening wildlife watching. - Offline maps and a paper map of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest (Motor Vehicle Use Map): many forest roads are not mapped everywhere. - Warm layer and rain jacket: even in summer it cools down noticeably at night by the water. _As of 2026-10. Closures, fees and booking rules change: check official sources before you go._ ## Sources - [USDA Forest Service – Anvil Lake Recreation Area (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF)](https://fs.usda.gov/r09/chequamegon-nicolet/recreation/anvil-lake-recreation-area) - [USDA Forest Service – Franklin Lake Recreation Area (Chequamegon-Nicolet NF)](https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/chequamegon-nicolet/recreation/franklin-lake-recreation-area) - [USDA Forest Service – Camping & Cabins, Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest](https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/chequamegon-nicolet/recreation/camping-cabins) - [USDA Forest Service – Forest Order 09-13-25-02 General Occupancy and Use Restrictions](https://fs.usda.gov/r09/chequamegon-nicolet/alerts/forest-order-09-13-25-02-general-occupancy-and-use-restrictions) - [Recreation.gov – Franklin Lake Campground](https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233774) - [Iron County Wisconsin – Lake of the Falls County Park](https://www.co.iron.wi.gov/270/Lake-of-the-Falls) - [Wisconsin DNR – Copper Falls State Park, Camping](https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/copperfalls/recreation/camping) - [Wisconsin DNR – Northern Highland American Legion State Forest, Modern Campgrounds](https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/StateForests/nhal/recreation/camping/modern) - [Wisconsin DNR – Council Grounds State Park, Camping](https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/councilgrounds/recreation/camping) - [Wisconsin DNR – Brule River State Forest, Camping](https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/StateForests/bruleriver/recreation/camping) - [Wikipedia – Big Manitou Falls (Pattison State Park)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Manitou_Falls) - [Campendium – Day Lake Campground, Clam Lake](https://www.campendium.com/day-lake) ## Which stops are on the route from Black River Falls to Superior? 1. **Black River Falls** (WI) 2. **Merrill** (WI) 3. **Rhinelander** (WI) 4. **Eagle River** (WI) 5. **Sayner** (WI) 6. **Boulder Junction** (WI) 7. **Minocqua** (WI) 8. **Park Falls** (WI) 9. **Clam Lake** (WI) 10. **Hayward** (WI) 11. **Trego** (WI) 12. **Cable** (WI) 13. **Copper Falls State Park** (WI) 14. **Hurley** (WI) 15. **Superior** (WI) ## When is the best time for the route from Black River Falls to Superior? The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August. Cold, short days in November–March. July and August are the busiest months: book campsites early. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons) ## FAQs **How long is Loons, elk and a thousand lakes: by camper through the Wisconsin Northwoods from Black River Falls via Chequamegon-Nicolet and Hayward to Superior?** 8-day road trip of about 896 km (557 mi) with 15 stops, from Black River Falls to Superior. About 9 h 56 min of driving in total. **How many days do you need for Loons, elk and a thousand lakes: by camper through the Wisconsin Northwoods from Black River Falls via Chequamegon-Nicolet and Hayward to Superior?** We suggest 8 days: about 9 h 56 min of driving, which leaves time for the stops. **Where does Loons, elk and a thousand lakes: by camper through the Wisconsin Northwoods from Black River Falls via Chequamegon-Nicolet and Hayward to Superior start and end?** It starts in Black River Falls and ends in Superior. **Which states does Loons, elk and a thousand lakes: by camper through the Wisconsin Northwoods from Black River Falls via Chequamegon-Nicolet and Hayward to Superior pass through?** Wisconsin. **Where can you camp along Loons, elk and a thousand lakes: by camper through the Wisconsin Northwoods from Black River Falls via Chequamegon-Nicolet and Hayward to Superior?** OpenStreetMap lists 27 campsites and motorhome stopovers within 19 mi of the stops on this route. For example: Moosehead Lake Campground, Pomeroy Lake Campground and Sylvania (Clark Lake) Campground.