Camping
General Information
The Oconto County Parks Department operates 6 parks, 13 boat landings, cooperates with 2 cross-country ski clubs and trails, a bridal trail, 6 fishing facilities for those physically challenged, operates and maintains 8 dams, contracts for the maintenance of and inspects 426 miles of snowmobile trails and 62 miles of ATV trails.
Chute Pond
Chute Pond Campground, which sits on 167 acres nestled on a historic 418-acre lake, boasts of many park amenities. You can launch your boat from one of several Chute Pond boat launches or trailer it to one of the many lakes in the area. Your family can enjoy a leisurely afternoon at the beach swimming, walking the hiking trails, fishing, or sliding down slippery rocks. There are 72 daily sites that can be reserved for camping, among them sites 84 - 100 are designated as ATV-UTV sites. Campers may make reservations up to a year in advance (from the start date), and reserve for a minimum of two nights (three nights on holiday weekends) and a maximum of 14 days. Reservations may be made online or by calling 715-276-6261 after April 1st.
North Bay Shore
North Bay Shore Recreation Area is located on the west shore of Green Bay North of Oconto. There are 34 daily sites and a group site to accommodate your camping stay. Campers may make reservations up to a year in advance (from the start date), and reserve for a minimum of two nights (three nights on holiday weekends) and a maximum of 14 days. Reservations may be made online or by calling 920-834-6995.
County Forest Permit
The Oconto County Forest Permit allows you to park on Oconto County Forest Property for up to 14 consecutive days for a fee of $10 a night. There are no services or amenities at theses locations. Some of these locations offer access to the ATV trail.
- Can I bring my own firewood to the campground?
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Oconto County follows the DATCAP rules and regulations on firewood movement in Wisconsin. Visit the Emerald Ash Borer Resource Guide for the most updated information or call 877-303-WOOD (9663).