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Peshtigo River State Forest
N10008 Paust Lane
Crivitz, WI 54114
715-757-3979
Wisconsin State Parks and ForestsPeshtigo River State Forest
Reserve a campsite at Peshtigo River State Forest.
Twenty five miles of river, 3,200 acres of water and 9,200 acres of forest await you on the Peshtigo River State Forest, the natural gem of Marinette County. Established in 2001, the property is Wisconsin's newest state forest. It was purchased from the Wisconsin Public Service Corporation and includes the Potato Rapids Flowage, located 20 miles southeast of the main forest.
Property info
This long, linear state forest borders some of the most beautiful and exciting sections of the Peshtigo River. Anglers know the river's free-flowing portion for its excellent fly-fishing; paddlers brave the Midwest's longest continuous whitewater rapids; and boaters can access more than 3,000 acres of flowage from 15 boat landings.
Location
The Peshtigo River State Forest is located in northeastern Wisconsin in Marinette and Oconto Counties. The forest headquarters is located approximately 16 miles northwest of the village of Crivitz. The headquarters is found within Governor Thompson State Park which offers many additional recreational opportunities.
Fees
A vehicle admission sticker is required for the campground. Hunting and fishing licenses apply. Camping fees are updated annually.
Get outdoors!
Maps and publications
Publications
Campground maps and information
- Peshtigo River camping [PDF]
- Old Veterans campground [PDF]
- Remote campsites [PDF]
- Remote camping permits [PDF]
Trail maps and publications
Property map and publication
Management and business
Planning documents
- 2018 work plan [PDF]
- 2018 proposed timber sales [PDF]
- 2018 property management meeting minutes [PDF]
Peshtigo River State Forest master plan
Completed in fall of 2007, the Peshtigo River State Forest master plan reflects years of planning and public input. The final plan, maps, variances and amendments are included in the plan, as well as documents used during the plan's development.
Public involvement
Public involvement in state forest management, operations and monitoring is part of sustainable forestry. We seek public involvement because we believe people, communities, organizations and businesses realize the potential public benefits of state forests and are willing to work to further the goals of sustainable forestry.
Timber sale program
The state forests are managed sustainably for multiple uses. Active timber management is a part of that overall effort on many parts of each forest. Timber sales are advertised for sale typically from one to three times annually, depending on the size of the forest. Learn more about timber sales in Wisconsin.
Firewood permits
Firewood permits are for sale to the public. If you would like to purchase one, please print the firewood permit form [PDF], sign and return it to the office with payment ($10/cord) and information on the area you would like to cut. See our firewood cutting map [PDF] for areas on the state forest where you can cut. Permit is not valid until signed by the property manager and a permit number is issued. For more information, please contact the office.
In the area
DNR listings
Department of Tourism listings
- Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest [exit DNR]
- Governor Thompson State Park [exit DNR]
- Marinette County Waterfall Tour [exit DNR]
- Peshtigo Fire Museum [exit DNR]
