Sailor Lake Pavilion

Chequamegon-Nicolet NF, WI · ≈68.7 mi to Wausau
Sites
1
Max rig
No RV sites
Pull-through
N/A
Hookups
None
ADA
To town
68.7 mi
Signal

✓ Best for

  • Groups up to 30 people
  • Day hikers and picnickers
  • Water activities like fishing and boating
  • Wildlife viewing day trips

✕ Not ideal for

  • Overnight camping
  • RVs of any size
  • Visitors needing cell service

Connectivity

AT&T is your best shotWeak signal — expect spotty service · 2 of 3 carriers reach here
VerizonLTE
AT&TLTE
T-Mobile

What's here

1 Group Shelter (no Hookups)Reserved as one unit · largest capacity: 30 people
Rig compatibility

Will your rig fit?

This is a day-use area — no overnight camping of any kind (tent, RV, or otherwise) is available here.

Amenities & features

Amenities
Drinking waterGrillsPicnic tablesShadeVault toilets
Activities
BikingBoatingCampingCanoeingFishingHikingIce FishingKayakingSwimmingWater AccessWildlife Viewing
CampIntel Score

How we score

We score what we can verify.
Tight for big rigsRig fit
Remote — plan aheadAccess
Minimal servicesConvenience
Verdicts come from our Rig fit, Access & Convenience sub-scores — each built only from verifiable Recreation.gov data.

Where it is

Nearest town: Wausau, ~68.7 miGet directions ↗

Photos

Photos: Recreation.gov

Overview

Overview Sailor Lake Pavilion is located near Sailor Lake Campground, both adjacent to scenic Sailor Lake. Its secluded setting makes it a popular location for family and group events. The pavilion is located on Sailor Lake which is popular for fishing. Nearby off-road vehicle trails are also quite the draw. Recreation Sailor Lake Pavilion provides access to the 70-mile Flambeau Trail System. The trail is highlighted by rolling terrain, tree-lined corridors, wooden bridges and vistas overlooking various bogs and lakes. It is a popular snowmobiling location during winter months. There is a boat ramp with dock in the Sailor Lake Picnic Area, which is where the Pavilion is located. Anglers will find healthy populations of pan fish and northern pike in Sailor Lake. Facilities The pavilion is a day-use picnic area that can accommodate groups of up to 30 people. No overnight camping is available at the site. The pavilion is equipped with multiple tables, grills and a campfire circle. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Natural Features The pavilion is situated on the northwestern shore of Sailor Lake at an elevation of about 1,460 feet. The area is shaded by a mixed hardwood forest. Nearby Attractions Sailor Lake is located approximately 11 miles southeast of Fifield. The area boasts a variety of tourist attractions, including historic sites, a reconstructed logging dam and a couple of war memorials.

Managed by USDA Forest Service · Primitive campground