Catbrier Loop
Reported open. Checked 2026-08-05.
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageCatbrier Loop
Catbrier Loop Campground is one of three shady campground loops in the Tipsaw Lake Recreation Area. This loop has ten sites with electricity and water and is designed for larger RVs. The loop also has toilets, and a shelterhouse. The campground opens between April 1 and April 15 and remains open through October 31 (weather dependent). A maximum of 2 vehicles and 8 people are allowed per site.
Before you go
Season
April – October
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Fees
Sites in the Catbrier loop with electricity and water are $30. (The price with an America the Beautiful senior and access passport is $20). One vehicle is included in site fees. Extra vehicles are $5/day each. Reservations for campground sites can be made by calling toll free the National Reservation System at 1-877-444-6777 (TTY is 1-877-833-6777.) Reservations are only made April 15 through September 30. The fee for making the reservation is $10. There is a minimum cancellation fee of $10.00. Reservation information is available at: http:// www.recreation.gov . If not previously reserved, occupancy is on a first come basis.
Restrictions
A complete list of US Forest Service rules and regulations are posted on bulletin boards in the campground. No hardwood firewood may be brought in to the campgrounds unless it has been certified by the USDA or IDNR.
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