Smith Rapids
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Smith Rapids Campground is located on the South Fork of the Flambeau River. It is an ideal location for hiking, river fishing and canoeing. Recreation The fast-flowing South Fork of the Flambeau River is popular among canoeists. A carry-down boat ramp is available at the campground. The river has walleye, smallmouth bass, redhorse, musky and northern pike. The campground is also in close proximity to the 70-mile Flambeau Trail System, open to off-road vehicles, hiking and mountain biking. Keep reading
The trail is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, a wooden bridge and vistas overlooking various bogs and lakes. It is a popular snowmobiling location during winter months. Off-road vehicles are not permitted to operate in Smith Rapids Campground. Facilities The campground offers single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Several of the sites have extra long parking spurs. Tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets and drinking water. Natural Features At an elevation of about 1,500 feet, the campground provides shady, wooded sites. Smith Rapids is located on the South Fork of the Flambeau River, with a scenic view of Smith Rapids Covered Bridge. Constructed in 1991, the bridge is the only glue-laminated town lattice covered bridge in Wisconsin. Nearby Attractions Park Falls, Wisconsin is approximately 17 miles from the campground and is a full service community.
The sites · 19
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
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| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX | management | — | — | |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX1 | management | — | — | |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX2 | management | — | — | |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX3 | management | — | — | |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX4 | management | — | — | |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX5 | management | — | — | |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX6 | management | — | — | |
| MANAGEMENT SITES | XXX7 | management | — | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 001 | management | 20 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 002 | tent only nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 003 | tent only nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 004 | tent only nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 005 | standard nonelectric | 40 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 006 | standard nonelectric | 75 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 007 | standard nonelectric | 75 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 008 | standard nonelectric | 65 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 009 | standard nonelectric | 65 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 010 | management | 65 ft | — | |
| SMITH RAPIDS | 011 | management | 65 ft | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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This campground sits in WI-07. This member’s public-lands record →