Does Esker Camp have toilets?

Yes — toilets are available at Esker Camp. Compost, TP. Instructions provided at camp. Very clean!

Is drinking water available at Esker Camp?

Yes — potable water is available at Esker Camp. Water cooler/heater 5 gallon capacity. Bar sink with electric water pump 5 gal cap.

Does Esker Camp have picnic tables?

Yes — picnic tables are available at Esker Camp. 1 picnic tables

Does Esker Camp have cooking equipment?

Yes — cooking equipment is available at Esker Camp. Gas Spirit Weber grill (extra LP tank). Induction stove (single eye) French Press, Toaster, Electric Kettle, Cast iron and steel pans, full kitchen

Does Esker Camp have trash disposal?

Yes — trash disposal is available at Esker Camp. Pack out your garbage

How do you get to the site at Esker Camp?

2WD accessible. Park at your site. Wheelchair accessible.

Are pets allowed at Esker Camp?

No — pets are not allowed at Esker Camp.

Are campfires allowed at Esker Camp?

Yes — campfires are allowed at Esker Camp. Always review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.

What is the check-in process at Esker Camp?

You'll head straight to your site upon arrival.

What is the cancellation policy at Esker Camp?

Full refund 3 days before check in time starts.

What time is check-in and check-out at Esker Camp?

Check-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm.

How far in advance can you book, and how long can you stay at Esker Camp?

Book from 2 days to 12 months ahead. Stay 3 to 7 nights.

Does Esker Camp have showers?

No — no showers at Esker Camp.

Does Esker Camp have a hot tub?

No — no hot tub at Esker Camp.

Does Esker Camp have laundry?

No — no laundry at Esker Camp.

Does Esker Camp have a playground?

No — no playground at Esker Camp.

Driveway to cabin and foot of stairs on right to the gazebo

Snow mobile access. Please stay on trail until the Lake.

Sometimes it snows ALOT. Come prepared. Too much to shovel! A shovel and Otter sled will be left under the picnic table for easy transport of gear from the road.

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Esker Camp

Hosted by Don · Townsend, Wisconsin

3 guests max · 1 bedroom · 1 bed

100%

18 reviews

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

A hidden gem nestled between the comforts of lake living and a backdoor to the expansive Nicolet National Forest. Recreational opportunities are year-round, including recreational vehicle and fishing opportunities on and around the 417 acre lake flowage. The private +2 acre property has panoramic views of the secluded headwaters opening into the main flowage. Set back off the main lake, wildlife viewing, especially birding, is the best I have experienced. Neotropical migratory bird species are abundant in the Spring as well as a resident breeding pair of Trumpeter Swans, many ducks(!), Bald Eagles, Loons, Sand-Hill cranes; many woodpecker spp. including Pileated; Screech, Barred and Great horned owls. Some of the more entertaining wildlife include deer, otter, beaver, muskrats, red squirrels and the occasional wandering black bear (no problem bears). In the Spring, the esker's neighboring wetlands come alive with many frog and turtle species. For me, the allure of the wild still dominates here. The esker provides an amazing vantage point with nearly 270 degree panoramic views of the flowage. From the Gazebo, take one of two paths to the overlook before descending down to the lakefront. All pontoon and fishing boats can be accommodated here. Learn more about this land: The property is located towards the end of a Forest Service road (Meadowlark Lane) with one year-round resident at the end. There's a large turn-around for trailers and larger vehicles. Neighbors are well separated, located over the ridgeline and out of earshot. The property has a relatively wide, flat 100 foot driveway to the cabin from the road. Easy access to the cabin from the driveway. The cabin is surrounded by mature maple/birch/balsam/hemlock forest and several wetland/tamarack bogs (very diverse terrain bordering the lake). At the base of the cabin there's a small pier for direct kayak and canoe access. Larger boats can easily dock on the lake-end of the property, a short walk from the cabin. From the natural driveway a concrete paver staircase leads up to the main campsite (see pics). The campsite includes a 3 season 14 foot enclosed gazebo with electricity. Essentially, the land is a 2 acre esker (kettle moraine feature) that serpentines through the woods to Reservoir "Pond" lake system. Excellent views of the lake! The Flowage has headwaters from McCauslin brook and connects 3 lakes totaling 417 acres. Maximum depth 27 feet. Fishing and Pontoon boat docking on shoreline. The closest boat launch is on Horn Lake which is passed on the way to the cabin and approximately a half mile away as the crow flies. Plenty of areas for tenting/ wall tents, 2 picnic tables (one near the cabin and the other by the gazebo), and a separate outhouse with toiletries at the top of the hill. Attractions in the Area: Sleepy Hollow Minature Golf on Nicolet Rd (just East of Horn Lake) Sunset Resort of Townsend located on the SE end of the flowage. Accessible by boat or short drive from camp on Burnt Dam Road. Hill Crest Lodge Supper Club on Nicolet Rd (you'll pass on the way in) 4 Stars. Birch Hills Resort and Bar (over the bridge from Hill Crest) 5 Stars. Mike's Supermarket/ Pintsch's TrueValue (just thought I'd mention where to get provisions) (also on Nicolet Rd), Townsend Potawatomi Casino, Carter Old Town Hall cafe and bloody bar- Traditional American food, Townsend (Excellent Breakfast!) Sweet Memories Candy Store, Lakewood (If you have a sweet tooth, this place is over the top Willy Wonka style, many candy filled rooms that seem to never end!) Lakewood Ski and Sport- Outdoor Gear, Lakewood. Talk to Dave- great guy. Ski/ SUP and Bike rentals. Northern D'lites- Lakewood ice cream/ burgers Lakewood Super Valu Grocery Store (has more to offer over Mike's grocery in Townsend) *Maiden Lake Supper Club- Excellent! Best Supper Club UpNort hands-down. Excellent sunset views over Maiden lake from the patio bar. Go Early! Cathedral of the Pines- Old Growth White and Red pine. I can't believe the whole state looked like this at one point. One tree is has enough wood to build a house! Maiden Lake, 3rd clearest lake in WI. Great snorkeling over the fish cribs Boot Lake -State Campground and Beach- Best swimming beach in the area. Jones Creek trails- year round hiking, Mt biking and Cross country skiing McCauslin Brook Golf and Ctry Club, Lakewood Waubee Lake Lodge- worth the drive. Huge modern wood lodge live-edge bar and 40+ foot cathedral ceilings. Great buffet. Woodland Trail Winery, Lakewood (winery Northern woods style with craft beer selection)The property is located towards the end of a Forest Service road (Meadowlark Lane) with one year-round resident at the end. There's a large turn-around for trailers and larger vehicles. Neighbors are well separated, located over the ridgeline and out of earshot. The property has a relatively wide, flat 100 foot driveway to the cabin from the road. Easy access to the cabin from the driveway. The cabin is surrounded by mature maple/birch/balsam/hemlock forest and several wetland/tamarack bogs (very diverse terrain bordering the lake). At the base of the cabin there's a small pier for direct kayak and canoe access. Larger boats can easily dock on the lake-end of the property, a short walk from the cabin. From the natural driveway a concrete paver staircase leads up to the main campsite (see pics). The campsite includes a 3 season 14 foot enclosed gazebo with electricity. Essentially, the land is a 2 acre esker (kettle moraine feature) that serpentines through the woods to Reservoir "Pond" lake system. Excellent views of the lake! The Flowage has headwaters from McCauslin brook and connects 3 lakes totaling 417 acres. Maximum depth 27 feet. Fishing and Pontoon boat docking on shoreline. The closest boat launch is on Horn Lake which is passed on the way to the cabin and approximately a half mile away as the crow flies. Plenty of areas for tenting/ wall tents, 2 picnic tables (one near the cabin and the other by the gazebo), and a separate outhouse with toiletries at the top of the hill. Attractions in the Area: Sleepy Hollow Minature Golf on Nicolet Rd (just East of Horn Lake) Sunset Resort of Townsend located on the SE end of the flowage. Accessible by boat or short drive from camp on Burnt Dam Road. Hill Crest Lodge Supper Club on Nicolet Rd (you'll pass on the way in) 4 Stars. Birch Hills Resort and Bar (over the bridge from Hill Crest) 5 Stars. Mike's Supermarket/ Pintsch's TrueValue (just thought I'd mention where to get provisions) (also on Nicolet Rd), Townsend Potawatomi Casino, Carter Old Town Hall cafe and bloody bar- Traditional American food, Townsend (Excellent Breakfast!) Sweet Memories Candy Store, Lakewood (If you have a sweet tooth, this place is over the top Willy Wonka style, many candy filled rooms that seem to never end!) Lakewood Ski and Sport- Outdoor Gear, Lakewood. Talk to Dave- great guy. Ski/ SUP and Bike rentals. Northern D'lites- Lakewood ice cream/ burgers Lakewood Super Valu Grocery Store (has more to offer over Mike's grocery in Townsend) *Maiden Lake Supper Club- Excellent! Best Supper Club UpNort hands-down. Excellent sunset views over Maiden lake from the patio bar. Go Early! Cathedral of the Pines- Old Growth White and Red pine. I can't believe the whole state looked like this at one point. One tree is has enough wood to build a house! Maiden Lake, 3rd clearest lake in WI. Great snorkeling over the fish cribs Boot Lake -State Campground and Beach- Best swimming beach in the area. Jones Creek trails- year round hiking, Mt biking and Cross country skiing McCauslin Brook Golf and Ctry Club, Lakewood Waubee Lake Lodge- worth the drive. Huge modern wood lodge live-edge bar and 40+ foot cathedral ceilings. Great buffet. Woodland Trail Winery, Lakewood (winery Northern woods style with craft beer selection)

What to expect

Cabin

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy:

Minimum nights: 3 nights

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

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Esker Camp

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Cabin · Sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed

The property is located towards the end of a Forest Service road (Meadowlark Lane) with one year-round resident at the end. There's a large turn-around for trailers and larger vehicles. Neighbors are well separated, located over the ridgeline and out of earshot. The property has a relatively wide, flat 100 foot driveway to the cabin from the road. Easy access to the cabin from the driveway. The cabin is surrounded by mature maple/birch/balsam/hemlock forest and several wetland/tamarack bogs (very diverse terrain bordering the lake). At the base of the cabin there's a small pier for direct kayak and canoe access. Larger boats can easily dock on the lake-end of the property, a short walk from the cabin. From the natural driveway a concrete paver staircase leads up to the main campsite (see pics). The campsite includes a 3 season 14 foot enclosed gazebo with electricity. Essentially, the land is a 2 acre esker (kettle moraine feature) that serpentines through the woods to Reservoir "Pond" lake system. Excellent views of the lake! The Flowage has headwaters from McCauslin brook and connects 3 lakes totaling 417 acres. Maximum depth 27 feet. Fishing and Pontoon boat docking on shoreline. The closest boat launch is on Horn Lake which is passed on the way to the cabin and approximately a half mile away as the crow flies. Plenty of areas for tenting/ wall tents, 2 picnic tables (one near the cabin and the other by the gazebo), and a separate outhouse with toiletries at the top of the hill. Attractions in the Area: Sleepy Hollow Minature Golf on Nicolet Rd (just East of Horn Lake) Sunset Resort of Townsend located on the SE end of the flowage. Accessible by boat or short drive from camp on Burnt Dam Road. Hill Crest Lodge Supper Club on Nicolet Rd (you'll pass on the way in) 4 Stars. Birch Hills Resort and Bar (over the bridge from Hill Crest) 5 Stars. Mike's Supermarket/ Pintsch's TrueValue (just thought I'd mention where to get provisions) (also on Nicolet Rd), Townsend Potawatomi Casino, Carter Old Town Hall cafe and bloody bar- Traditional American food, Townsend (Excellent Breakfast!) Sweet Memories Candy Store, Lakewood (If you have a sweet tooth, this place is over the top Willy Wonka style, many candy filled rooms that seem to never end!) Lakewood Ski and Sport- Outdoor Gear, Lakewood. Talk to Dave- great guy. Ski/ SUP and Bike rentals. Northern D'lites- Lakewood ice cream/ burgers Lakewood Super Valu Grocery Store (has more to offer over Mike's grocery in Townsend) *Maiden Lake Supper Club- Excellent! Best Supper Club UpNort hands-down. Excellent sunset views over Maiden lake from the patio bar. Go Early! Cathedral of the Pines- Old Growth White and Red pine. I can't believe the whole state looked like this at one point. One tree is has enough wood to build a house! Maiden Lake, 3rd clearest lake in WI. Great snorkeling over the fish cribs Boot Lake -State Campground and Beach- Best swimming beach in the area. Jones Creek trails- year round hiking, Mt biking and Cross country skiing McCauslin Brook Golf and Ctry Club, Lakewood Waubee Lake Lodge- worth the drive. Huge modern wood lodge live-edge bar and 40+ foot cathedral ceilings. Great buffet. Woodland Trail Winery, Lakewood (winery Northern woods style with craft beer selection)

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

No pets

No showers

Picnic table

Reviews

100%· 21 reviews

Fall R.
Camped here, Sept 2026.
Recommends
We had a wonderful relaxing visit to Don's cabin. The land is beautiful and the building is lovely. Don was very helpful and quick to reply when we needed to ask questions. We'd happily visit again. Thank you!!
Mary N.
Camped with pets, Aug 2026.
Recommends
We found the cabin to be comfortable and extremely well thought out with comforts and functionality. Cannot wait to see the finished approach to the loft. We loved the Gazebo area and the hike out to the point. Rustic (outhouse) but very clean. Explored the river in the canoe and also went out into the Reservoir, nature at it’s finest- Loon with it’s baby fishing right off the point. Peaceful and secluded, will not disappoint in our opinion.
Brad D.
Camped here, Jul 2026.
Recommends
Had a nice relaxing time. It was super quiet, just nature to be heard. It was quite hot when we were there, but upon opening the cabin I saw there was A/C. Very nice to be able to cool off. Even with the 90+ heat we still were able to get some fishing and mushrooming in and had a good time.

Amenities

Fire pits
Composting toilets
Potable waterBottled water or jugs
Picnic tables
Trash disposalTrash bin
Cooking equipmentPrivate, Stovetop or hot plate, Pizza oven, Fridge, Freezer, Cookware, Cooking utensils, Dishware, Cutlery, Basic seasoning and oils, Sink or other dishwashing station, BBQ
No showers
No wifi
No laundry
No hot tub
No playground

Things to know

2WD accessiblePark at your site. Wheelchair accessible.
No pets allowedPets can't join this trip.
Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 2pm. Check-out at 12pm.
Booking windowBook from 2 days to 12 months ahead. Stay 3 to 7 nights.