Main Camp
Located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, Fort Wilderness’ Main Camp is open for year-round fun. In the summer, Main Camp hosts families for week-long family camps. During the fall, men and women gather for weekend retreats. Youth groups from churches around the Midwest gather in the winter for snowy fun. Students participating in Fort’s gap year program, TruNorth, live onsite during the school year. In addition, over 60 summer staffers and volunteers call Main Camp home while they serve. Whether you like roughing it or prefer to camp in style, our facilities provide comfort for everyone.
Where Friends Become Family
Being together with your own family and friends, and creating a new community of camp friends who become family.
The Amphitheater • With a view that overlooks beautiful Spider Lake, the Amphitheater is an ideal location for outdoor session and worship.
The Gathering Place • A versatile space for small and large group gatherings, the Gathering Place also hosts camp’s coffee shop, CampGrounds.
The Dining Hall • Located in the heart of camp, the Dining Hall is the place for good conversation and classic Fort food.
Camping at Main Camp
The Inn
With hotel-like rooms for up to 6 people, the Inn is a desirable place to stay for those that like to camp in comfort. Each room has A/C, a private bath and shower, queen and single beds. Linens are included. There is a community fire ring located behind the building.
The Eagle’s Roost
The Eagle’s Roost is the premier housing facility at camp. Newly remodeled, this house can sleep up to 16 people or 3 different families with 5 bedrooms and 3 private baths. Linens are included. This facility is available in the summer only as Fort’s TruNorth students live here from September to May.
RV Sites
We have 18 RV sites that can handle large RVs and include electric, septic and water. Each site has a fire ring and is a short walk to the Moonbeams (bathroom facility). These sites are available in the summer only.
Campsites
We have 25 sites perfect for your tent or pop-up camper. Each site has a fire ring and is a short walk to the Moonbeams (bathroom facility). These sites are available in the summer only and are the most economical housing option.
*RVs and Pop-ups can be rented locally from shoedersmarine.com. Click here to view Shoeder’s Rental RVs and rates or click here to view Shoeder’s Rental Pop Ups and rates.
Modern Cabins
Our Modern Cabins sleep between 6 and 10 people. Each cabin has a private bath and shower and a fire ring nearby. All campers staying in cabins should bring their own personal towels, blankets/sheets (double or single size beds available) or sleeping bags, and pillows. No cooking is allowed in the cabins. Two of our cabins are ADA complaint. See our FAQ section for more details.
Rustic Cabins
Our Rustic Cabins sleep up to 12 people and include A/C, use of the central community room, and a fire ring nearby. There is a short walk to the Moonbeams (bathroom facility). All campers staying in cabins should bring their own personal towels, blankets/sheets (double or single size beds available) or sleeping bags, and pillows. No cooking is allowed in the cabins.
The Moonbeam
This modern bathroom and shower facility is centrally located and recently remodeled with 6 showers.
The Woodland Lodge
With 4 cabins each sleeping up to 14 people, the Woodland Lodge is home to Summer Staff and Volunteers in the summer and campers or volunteers during the fall and winter. Each cabin provides bunk-style sleeping and bathroom and shower facilities. Connecting the cabins is a shared lobby and communal living space.
Payton’s Place – Infirmary
This facility is equipped with basic first aid needs. If a more serious condition occurs, you will find excellent medical facilities in both Rhinelander & Minocqua. Each family is responsible for their own health and accident insurance while at the Fort. Fort does not offer or provide camper medical or accident insurance.
Activities
Summer
From a serene horseback ride out on the trails to a bustling volleyball game down at the waterfront, Main Camp has summer activities for all ages and ability levels.
Winter
Winter at Main Camp is a snow-covered playground. Icy broomball courts, freshly powdered ski trails, and cozy horse-drawn sleigh rides are waiting for you!
FAQ’s:
Is Main Camp ADA accessible?
We work to make camp the best experience it can be for all ages and abilities. Our main gathering facilities, dining hall, and select cabins are ADA accessible and compliant. Please contact our Registrar Jackie jackiedunham@fortwilderness.com with any questions.
Where can I park my vehicle?
If staying at a campsite, we would prefer your vehicle to be kept in the parking lot and not at your campsite. Vehicles may be kept at your RV site and at parking spaces nearby your cabin. Please pack accordingly.
Are there laundry facilities and groceries at the Fort?
Fort does not have laundry facilities, but there are Laundromats in nearby towns. Milk, eggs, bread, ice and butter are available for purchase from Fort’s kitchen. Other grocery items are available at stores in nearby towns.
Does camp provide firewood?
Firewood for cooking and campfires is available across from Payton’s Place (Infirmary). Firewood is free, but please use responsibly.
Does Main Camp have Wi-Fi?
Yes! While we encourage campers to be unplugged from technology and present with their family and friends, Fort’s guest wi-fi can be accessed in the CampGrounds, throughout the Gathering Place and around the Canteen.
