Along the Au Sable River is the Au Sable Special Area, a 10,628 acre area
characterized by flat to gently rolling hills with some steep banks along the
Au Sable River. This area is located in Iosco and Alcona counties. The Au
Sable Special Area stretches the southern end of Alcona Dam Pond (Bamfield
Road) to just before Cook Pond on either side of the river.

The area is densely forested and inhabited by bald eagles, deer, bear, bobcat,
porcupine and various songbirds. Campers and day-use visitors enjoy boating,
tubing, rafting, canoeing and fishing on the Au Sable River. Other popular
recreation activities include viewing the river and wildlife, hiking,
swimming, picnicking, horseback riding, hunting, trapping and berry and
mushroom gathering. The Forest Service requires camping permits from May 15
through September 30 at the 19 designated primitive campsites along the river
in this area.

Two developed campgrounds are located in this area, South Branch Trail Camp
and Rollways Campground.

<p>Along the Au Sable River is the Au Sable Special Area, a 10,628 acre area characterized by flat to gently rolling hills with some steep banks along the Au Sable River. This area is located in Iosco and Alcona counties. The Au Sable Special Area stretches the southern end of Alcona Dam Pond (Bamfield Road) to just before Cook Pond on either side of the river.</p><p>The area is densely forested and inhabited by bald eagles, deer, bear, bobcat, porcupine and various songbirds. Campers and day-use visitors enjoy boating, tubing, rafting, canoeing and fishing on the Au Sable River. Other popular recreation activities include viewing the river and wildlife, hiking, swimming, picnicking, horseback riding, hunting, trapping and berry and mushroom gathering. The Forest Service requires camping permits from May 15 through September 30 at the 19 <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recarea/?recid=18570">designated primitive campsites</a> along the river in this area.</p><p>Two developed campgrounds are located in this area, <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recarea/?recid=18750">South Branch Trail Camp </a>and <a href="http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recarea/?recid=18998">Rollways Campground</a>.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Au Sable Area

The small 16-acre lake offers a variety of fishing opportunities. The one-mile
walk around the north end of the lake provides for wildlife sightings and
scenic views of the lake and campground. This campground is small and lightly
used, perfect for those looking for solitude.

<p>The small 16-acre lake offers a variety of fishing opportunities. The one-mile walk around the north end of the lake provides for wildlife sightings and scenic views of the lake and campground. This campground is small and lightly used, perfect for those looking for solitude.</p>

**Recreation Enhancement Act Fee -** _Camping -_

  * Per Night: $10.00

There is no fee for the boat launch.

Horseshoe Lake Campground and Boat Launch

## Overview

Gabions Campground offers camping on the National Scenic stretch of the Au
Sable River. Natural springs are common on this section of the river,
including a small one at the river's edge near the gabions. Gabions are rock-
filled wire baskets that are placed along the riverbank to help reduce
erosion.

The Shore-to-Shore Trail passes near the campground; however, Gabions is not a
designated horse camp and horse camping is not permitted. Wildlife and
waterfowl viewing opportunities exist; please respect wildlife and observe
from a distance.

## Recreation

  * **Water Activites:** Anglers can boat, wade, and fish from shore. Fish species found in the Au Sable River include bass, pike, brown trout, walleye, perch, sunfish, steelhead, and salmon. The water flows at a speed of 2 mph. The Au Sable River provides opportunities for non-motorized boating using watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts. 4001 Canoe Access is a short drive and provides developed access to the Au Sable river. Alcona Canoe Rental in nearby Glennie and Hinchman's Acres Resort in Mio provide watercraft rentals for canoes, kayaks, and tubes.
  * **Hiking:** Visitors can walk the Shore-to-Shore Horse Trail which passes through the campground. This trail is open to hiking and horseback riding. Hikers should be aware this is not a loop trail. Additionally, hikers can drive southwest on Au Sable River road to reach the Ruffed Grouse trail head for a short leasurely 0.6 mile loop through the forest. 
  * **OHV Riding:** An OHV trail utilizes Au Sable River road at the mouth of the campground road. Taking the trail to the east will connect riders to the Alcona ATV Trail and taking the trail to the west will connect riders to to the Mack Lake Motorized Trail System and the Bull Gap Hill Climb Area . Additionally, a large majority of Forest Service roads are open to OHV use. Please refer to the motor vehicle use map (MVUM) to understand which roads are open to OHV use.

## Facilities

Amenities available include a vault toilet and trash collection. There is no
water provided in the campground. Campsites are equipped with picnic tables,
campfire rings, and lantern posts.

## Natural Features

The Au Sable River is a short walk from the campground where visitors can
experience world class fishing and floating opportunities.

Each site is shaded by a mixed forest of hardwoods, red pines, and jack pine.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (989) 826-3252.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Gabions Campground offers camping on the National Scenic stretch of the Au Sable River.  Natural springs are common on this section of the river, including a small one at the river's edge near the gabions. Gabions are rock-filled wire baskets that are placed along the riverbank to help reduce erosion. </p>
<p>The Shore-to-Shore Trail passes near the campground; however, Gabions is not a designated horse camp and horse camping is not permitted.  Wildlife and waterfowl viewing opportunities exist; please respect wildlife and observe from a distance. </p>

<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Water Activites:</strong> Anglers can boat, wade, and fish from shore. Fish species found in the Au Sable River include bass, pike, brown trout, walleye, perch, sunfish, steelhead, and salmon. The water flows at a speed of 2 mph. The Au Sable River provides opportunities for non-motorized boating using watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts. 4001 Canoe Access is a short drive and provides developed access to the Au Sable river. Alcona Canoe Rental in nearby Glennie and Hinchman's Acres Resort in Mio provide watercraft rentals for canoes, kayaks, and tubes.</li>
<li><strong>Hiking: </strong>Visitors can walk the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/hiking/recarea/?recid=18742&actid=51" rel="nofollow">Shore-to-Shore Horse Trail</a>  which passes through the campground. This trail is open to hiking and horseback riding. Hikers should be aware this is not a loop trail. Additionally, hikers can drive southwest on Au Sable River road to reach the Ruffed Grouse trail head for a short leasurely 0.6 mile loop through the forest. </li>
<li><strong>OHV Riding:</strong> An OHV trail utilizes Au Sable River road at the mouth of the campground road. Taking the trail to the east will connect riders to the Alcona ATV Trail and taking the trail to the west will connect riders to to the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=18934&actid=32" rel="nofollow">Mack Lake Motorized Trail System</a>  and the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=18948&actid=68" rel="nofollow">Bull Gap Hill Climb Area</a> . Additionally, a large majority of Forest Service roads are open to OHV use. Please refer to the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/hmnf/maps-pubs/?cid=FSEPRD954958" rel="nofollow">motor vehicle use map (MVUM)</a>  to understand which roads are open to OHV use.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Amenities available include a vault toilet and trash collection. There is no water provided in the campground. Campsites are equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Au Sable River is a short walk from the campground where visitors can experience world class fishing and floating opportunities. </p>

<p>Each site is shaded by a mixed forest of hardwoods, red pines, and jack pine.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (989) 826-3252.

A view of the Au Sable River and Highbanks Overlook from the Gabions Day Use area

A photo of trail to Ausable River at Gabions Campground

A photo of facility Gabions Campground with vault toilet

The Gabions Campground namesake gabions along the Au Sable River

Gabions Campground

## Overview

South Branch Trail Campground Group Site is ideal for equestrian camping. The
group area impresses with its beautiful scenery and convenient access to
horseback riding and hiking along the 240-mile Michigan Shore-to-Shore
Horseback Riding and Hiking Trail. Priority will be given to campers with
horses, however everyone is welcome. The spacious site holds up to 250 campers
and features a day-use horse parking area.

## Recreation

Hike or horseback ride on the Michigan Shore-To-Shore Riding and Hiking Trail.
The trail begins in the town of Empire near Lake Michigan, on the west side of
Michigan and ends near Oscoda, Michigan on the Lake Huron eastern side of the
state. The eastern part of the trail follows the historic AuSable River to its
end in AuSable, just south of Oscoda.

## Facilities

Facilities include at the South Branch Trail Campground Group Site include
three sets of vault toilets, an electric water pump - which requires campers
to furnish a 5,000 watt generator, one garbage bin and picket posts. Parking
allows for up to 65 vehicles.

## Natural Features

Campsites are situated in a stand of oak and pine at an elevation of 880 feet.
The campground is adjacent to the South Branch River and is also not too far
from the AuSable River. The magnificent Lake Huron is only a short drive east
of the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
South Branch Trail Campground Group Site is ideal for equestrian camping. The group area impresses with its beautiful scenery and convenient access to horseback riding and hiking along the 240-mile Michigan Shore-to-Shore Horseback Riding and Hiking Trail. Priority will be given to campers with horses, however everyone is welcome. The spacious site holds up to 250 campers and features a day-use horse parking area.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hike or horseback ride on the Michigan Shore-To-Shore Riding and Hiking Trail. The trail begins in the town of Empire near Lake Michigan, on the west side of Michigan and ends near Oscoda, Michigan on the Lake Huron eastern side of the state. The eastern part of the trail follows the historic AuSable River to its end in AuSable, just south of Oscoda.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Facilities include at the South Branch Trail Campground Group Site include three sets of vault toilets, an electric water pump - which requires campers to furnish a 5,000 watt generator, one garbage bin and picket posts. Parking allows for up to 65 vehicles.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites are situated in a stand of oak and pine at an elevation of 880 feet. The campground is adjacent to the South Branch River and is also not too far from the AuSable River. The magnificent Lake Huron is only a short drive east of the campground.

Info

Site 10

SOUTH BRANCH TRAIL CAMP GROUP SITE

Group Camp

Toilet

Trail Heads

Fire Ring Area

Group Camp Toilet

Group Camp 1

Water accross from site 6

Group Camp  Bathroom

Trash

South Branch Trail Camp Group Site

## Overview

Rollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful
AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds
established in Huron National Forest. The space is small and secluded and
features an observation area, picnic grounds and log shelter..  
  
The facility is located just off the River Road National Scenic Byway in
northeast Lower Michigan. The byway showcases incredible views of the AuSable
River Valley.

## Recreation

Hike on the accessible trail that connects the campground and picnic area to
Westgate Scenic Overlook. Bring binoculars and a camera to take advantage of
the epic view.  
  
The same hiking path passes a stairway leading down to the river where
visitors can fish and wade.

## Facilities

The campground offers 19 pull-through campsites with picnic tables, a lantern
post, grills, tent pads and campfire rings. At the picnic area, a log shelter,
picnic tables and grills are available.  
  
Vault toilets and drinking water spigots are dispersed throughout the
campground and all roads and camping spurs are paved.

## Natural Features

Rollways is perched on a high bluff overlooking Loud Dam Pond on the AuSable
River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the
great Lake Huron.

## Nearby Attractions

Follow the length of the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway, which
parallels the AuSable River.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Rollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds established in Huron National Forest. The space is small and secluded and features an observation area, picnic grounds and log shelter.. 
<br/><br/>
The facility is located just off the River Road National Scenic Byway in northeast Lower Michigan. The byway showcases incredible views of the AuSable River Valley.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Hike on the accessible trail that connects the campground and picnic area to Westgate Scenic Overlook. Bring binoculars and a camera to take advantage of the epic view. 
<br/><br/>
The same hiking path passes a stairway leading down to the river where visitors can fish and wade.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The campground offers 19 pull-through campsites with picnic tables, a lantern post, grills, tent pads and campfire rings. At the picnic area, a log shelter, picnic tables and grills are available.
<br/><br/>
Vault toilets and drinking water spigots are dispersed throughout the campground and all roads and camping spurs are paved.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Rollways is perched on a high bluff overlooking Loud Dam Pond on the AuSable River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the great Lake Huron.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Follow the length of the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway, which parallels the AuSable River.

Water across from site 3

Rollways Trail

Restroom

ROLLWAYS CAMPGROUND

Toilets

Rollways Campground

A small quiet campground with few amenities. This site is primarily used by
river paddlers. Three campsites.

**Brochure with map** :  This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper,
landscape (wide) orientation.  To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area
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**Flickr Photo Album **

<p>A small quiet campground with few amenities. This site is primarily used by river paddlers. Three campsites.</p><p><strong><a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8F" target="external">Brochure with map</a></strong>:&nbsp; This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper, landscape (wide) orientation.&nbsp; To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area to &quot;shrink to printable area,&quot;&nbsp;this will make the text on the page smaller.</p><p><strong><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" target="external">Flickr Photo Album</a> </strong></p>

Bear Island Campground

A small, quiet campground, this site is primarily used by river paddlers.
Located in stands of mixed hardwoods and pine, campers may be surprised by a
wildlife visitor or two while enjoying close-up views of the river.

**Brochure with map** :  This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper,
landscape (wide) orientation.  To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area
to "shrink to printable area", this will make the text on the page smaller.

**Flickr Photo Album **

<p><a data-flickr-embed="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" title="Au Sable National Scenic River"><img alt="Au Sable National Scenic River" height="240" src="https://farm1.staticflickr.com/760/22986653474_5fdfd2aa5d_z.jpg" width="320" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p><p>A small, quiet campground, this site is primarily used by river paddlers. Located in stands of mixed hardwoods and pine, campers may be surprised by a wildlife visitor or two while enjoying close-up views of the river.</p><p><strong><a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8F" target="external">Brochure with map</a></strong>:&nbsp; This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper, landscape (wide) orientation.&nbsp; To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area to &quot;shrink to printable area&quot;, this will make the text on the page smaller.</p><p><strong><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" target="external">Flickr Photo Album</a> </strong></p>

Buttercup Campground

This is a popular campground during fishing season. Recreation opportunities
include hunting, picnicking, mushroom gathering and berry picking. The picnic
shelter is a Civilian Conservation Corps construction from the mid 1940's.

<p>This is a popular campground during fishing season. Recreation opportunities include hunting, picnicking, mushroom gathering and berry picking. The picnic shelter is a Civilian Conservation Corps construction from the mid 1940&#39;s.</p>

**Recreation Enhancement Act Fee -** _Camping -_

  * Per Night: $10.00

Pine River Campground

## Overview

Monument Campground was established in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds
built in the Huron National Forest. The campground is a fully accessible
camping area within a red pine plantation.  
  
Families love this conveniently located campsite, just 15 minutes from Lake
Huron off the River Road National Scenic Byway.

## Recreation

Campers can access the Highbanks Hiking Trail from the campground or explore
the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway that overlooks the lovely AuSable
River valley.  
  
Beside the campground is the Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, replete with
information about the area's rich lumbering history. Here, visitors can climb
through a log jam, use a peavey, cut a wooden cookie with a cross-cut saw, and
learn about the life of a lumberjack through video and displays.

## Facilities

Pressurized drinking water, vault toilets, trash collection and grills are
among the amenities offered at the campground. A host is onsite to answer
questions.  
  
  
In the nearby visitor center, campers can partake in educational programs and
browse through the gift shop.

## Natural Features

Each site is secluded and shaded with large oak and red pine near the AuSable
River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the
great lake, Lake Huron.

## Nearby Attractions

Explore the many trails of the Huron-Manistee National Forests and spend time
at Lake Huron.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Monument Campground was established in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds built in the Huron National Forest. The campground is a fully accessible camping area within a red pine plantation. <br/><br/>
Families love this conveniently located campsite, just 15 minutes from Lake Huron off the River Road National Scenic Byway.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Campers can access the Highbanks Hiking Trail from the campground or explore the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway that overlooks the lovely AuSable River valley. 
<br/><br/>
Beside the campground is the Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, replete with information about the area's rich lumbering history. Here, visitors can climb through a log jam, use a peavey, cut a wooden cookie with a cross-cut saw, and learn about the life of a lumberjack through video and displays.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Pressurized drinking water, vault toilets, trash collection and grills are among the amenities offered at the campground. A host is onsite to answer questions. <br><br><br>In the nearby visitor center, campers can partake in educational programs and browse through the gift shop.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Each site is secluded and shaded with large oak and red pine near the AuSable River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the great lake, Lake Huron.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Explore the many trails of the Huron-Manistee National Forests and spend time at Lake Huron.

MONUMENT CAMPGROUND

Monument Campground

Jewell Lake Campground is located on the east side of the 193-acre Jewell
Lake. This lake offers a wide variety of fishing and boating opportunities.

A snowmobile trail runs through the area during the winter months.

<p><a data-flickr-embed="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157670185360975" title="Jewell Lake Campground"><img alt="Jewell Lake Campground" height="240" src="https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7254/27777604642_12ae183b67_c.jpg" width="320" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p><p>Jewell Lake Campground is located on the east side of the 193-acre Jewell Lake. This lake offers a wide variety of fishing and boating opportunities.</p><p>A&nbsp;snowmobile trail runs through the area during the winter months.</p>

**Recreation Enhancement Act Fee -** _Camping -_

  * Per Night: $15.00

Jewell Lake Campground

Bull Gap Hill Climb is the ONLY designated motorized 'Open Area Riding' on the
Huron-Manistee National Forest. The sand hill is 0.2 mile and at a 35 - 40%
grade.

Bull Gap is open to all vehicles with a valid DNR ORV trail sticker. If you
chose to use hill climb in a vehicle 50" wide or less, you are required to use
the 50" return trail to return to the bottom of the hill. Users in motor
vehicles greater than 50" are required to use the full-size motorized vehicle
return route.

<p>Bull Gap Hill Climb is the ONLY designated motorized &lsquo;Open Area Riding&rsquo; on the Huron-Manistee National Forest.&nbsp;The sand hill is 0.2 mile and at a 35 - 40% grade.</p><p>Bull Gap is open to all vehicles with a valid DNR ORV trail sticker. If you chose to use hill climb in a vehicle 50&rdquo; wide or less, you are required to use the 50&rdquo; return trail to return to the bottom of the hill. Users in motor vehicles greater than 50&rdquo; are required to use the full-size motorized vehicle return route.</p>

Bull Gap ORV Hill Climb and Trailhead

Restricting Bull Gap Hill Climb and Bull Gap Road #4276 to day use only and
prohibiting alcohol.

**Order No. R904-14-19**

**ORDER OF THE FOREST SUPERVISOR RESTRICTING THE USE OF ROADS AND CONDITIONS
OF USE ON THE HURON-MANISTEE NATIONAL FORESTS**

Under the authority of the Act of Congress of June 4, 1897, as amended (16 USC
551), and Secretary of Agriculture’s Regulations 36 CFR 261.50(a)(b), the
following acts and omissions are prohibited within the area and roads
described in this order within the Huron-Manistee National Forests, Mio Ranger
District.

  1. Entering or using the area between 9 pm and 6 am. 36CFR 261.58 (b) 
  2. Being on the road between 9 p.m. and 6 am. 36 CFR 261.54 (e) 
  3. Possessing a beverage that is defined as an alcoholic beverage by State law. 36 CFR 261.58 (bb) 

This order applies to the area and roads defined below and shown on the map
designated Exhibit A and attached hereto.

  1. Bull Gap Road #4276: Beginning at the gate at the junction with East Bull Gap Road #4332, (SWSE ¼, Section 24, T26N, R3E), to the gate at the junction with Colgrove Road #4329, (SESE ¼, Section 26, T26N, R3E) and 300 feet either side of centerline of this described road. 
  2. Bull Gap Hill Climb Area (Sections 25 and 26, T26N, R3E), specifically identified on the ground with boundary markers. 

**These restrictions are necessary for public safety and to protect National
Forest resources.**

**Pursuant to 36 CFR, Sec. 261.50 (e), the following persons are exempt from
this order:**

  1. Persons with a valid permit in their possession signed by the District Ranger or Forest Supervisor specifically authorizing the prohibited act or omission. 
  2. Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or firefighting force the performance of an official duty. 

Violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than
$5,000 and imprisonment for not more than six (6) months, or both under the
authority of Title 16 USC 551, Title 18 USC 3559 and 3571.

<p>Restricting Bull Gap Hill Climb and Bull Gap Road #4276 to day use only and prohibiting alcohol.</p>
<p class="text-align-right"><strong>Order No. R904-14-19</strong></p><p class="text-align-center"><strong>ORDER OF THE FOREST SUPERVISOR RESTRICTING THE USE OF ROADS AND CONDITIONS OF USE ON THE HURON-MANISTEE NATIONAL FORESTS</strong></p><p>Under the authority of the Act of Congress of June 4, 1897, as amended (16 USC 551), and Secretary of Agriculture’s Regulations 36 CFR 261.50(a)(b), the following acts and omissions are prohibited within the area and roads described in this order within the Huron-Manistee National Forests, Mio Ranger District. </p><ol><li>Entering or using the area between 9 pm and 6 am. 36CFR 261.58 (b) </li><li>Being on the road between 9 p.m. and 6 am. 36 CFR 261.54 (e) </li><li>Possessing a beverage that is defined as an alcoholic beverage by State law. 36 CFR 261.58 (bb) </li></ol><p>This order applies to the area and roads defined below and shown on the map designated Exhibit A and attached hereto. </p><ol><li>Bull Gap Road #4276: Beginning at the gate at the junction with East Bull Gap Road #4332, (SWSE ¼, Section 24, T26N, R3E), to the gate at the junction with Colgrove Road #4329, (SESE ¼, Section 26, T26N, R3E) and 300 feet either side of centerline of this described road. </li><li>Bull Gap Hill Climb Area (Sections 25 and 26, T26N, R3E), specifically identified on the ground with boundary markers. </li></ol><p><strong>These restrictions are necessary for public safety and to protect National Forest resources. </strong></p><p><strong>Pursuant to 36 CFR, Sec. 261.50 (e), the following persons are exempt from this order: </strong></p><ol><li>Persons with a valid permit in their possession signed by the District Ranger or Forest Supervisor specifically authorizing the prohibited act or omission. </li><li>Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or firefighting force the performance of an official duty. </li></ol><p>Violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 and imprisonment for not more than six (6) months, or both under the authority of Title 16 USC 551, Title 18 USC 3559 and 3571.</p>

Bull Gap Hill Climb Area and Road Restrictions

The access road is gated to prohibit motorized access. Visitors to this
campground are primarily river paddlers. To access the site from the road,
visitors will need to walk .25 miles into the large, old-growth eastern white
pine to find the campground. Trees offer a screen from the river, but still
allow campers views of the river and wildlife.

**Brochure with map** :  This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper,
landscape (wide) orientation.  To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area
to "shrink to printable area", this will make the text on the page smaller.

**Flickr Photo Album **

<p><a data-flickr-embed="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" title="Au Sable National Scenic River"><img alt="Au Sable National Scenic River" height="240" src="https://farm1.staticflickr.com/760/22986653474_5fdfd2aa5d_z.jpg" width="320" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p><p>The access road is gated to prohibit motorized access. Visitors to this campground are primarily river paddlers. To access the site from the road, visitors will need to walk .25 miles into the large, old-growth eastern white pine to find the campground. Trees offer a screen from the river, but still allow campers views of the river and wildlife.</p><p><strong><a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8F" target="external">Brochure with map</a></strong>:&nbsp; This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper, landscape (wide) orientation.&nbsp; To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area to &quot;shrink to printable area&quot;, this will make the text on the page smaller.</p><p><strong><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" target="external">Flickr Photo Album</a> </strong></p>

Cathedral Pines Campground

## Overview

Mack Lake ORV Campground is the largest campground on the Mio Ranger District.
Southeast of Mio, Mack Lake is 175-acres of shared private and federal
ownership. An embedded day use area provides visitors with a picnic area as
well as water access and a swimming area surrounded by buoys. With an ORV
trailhead located within the campground, Mack Lake ORV Campground is a popular
location for ORV trail riders.

## Recreation

  * **Water Activities** : A day use area inside the Beaver Loop of Mack Lake ORV Campground is designed for picnicing and water activities such as beach play, swimming, fishing, and boating. Carry-in boat access is available through the day use area. Anglers can hope to catch sunfish, perch, and walleye. 
  * **ORV Riding** : Mack Lake ORV Campground is a popular location with ORV riders. With the trailhead for the Mack Lake Trail System starting in the campground, ORV riders can enjoy the section near Maltby Hills for easier trail riding or head to Bull Gap Hill Climb for a challenge. The trail is mostly on a 0 - 10% grade, with some short sections at a 30% grade

## Facilities

The campground provides handpump wells for drinking water, several vault
toilets, and trash collection services. The embedded day use area also
provides visitors with picnic tables and grills. Campsites at Mack Lake have
picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts.

## Natural Features

The 175-acre lake is surrounded by rolling jack pine plains and is a good
location for wildlife viewing.

## Nearby Attractions

## Contact Info

This location has limited staffing. Please call (989) 826-3252 for general
information.

## Charges & Cancellations

All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through
Recreation.gov.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Mack Lake ORV Campground is the largest campground on the Mio Ranger District. Southeast of Mio, Mack Lake is 175-acres of shared private and federal ownership. An embedded day use area provides visitors with a picnic area as well as water access and a swimming area surrounded by buoys. With an ORV trailhead located within the campground, Mack Lake ORV Campground is a popular location for ORV trail riders. </p><h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Water Activities</strong>: A day use area inside the Beaver Loop of Mack Lake ORV Campground is designed for picnicing and water activities such as beach play, swimming, fishing, and boating. Carry-in boat access is available through the day use area. Anglers can hope to catch sunfish, perch, and walleye. </li>
<li><strong>ORV Riding</strong>: Mack Lake ORV Campground is a popular location with ORV riders. With the trailhead for the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/ohv/recarea/?recid=18934&actid=93" rel="nofollow">Mack Lake Trail System</a>  starting in the campground, ORV riders can enjoy the section near Maltby Hills for easier trail riding or head to Bull Gap Hill Climb for a challenge. The trail is mostly on a 0 - 10% grade, with some short sections at a 30% grade</li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground provides handpump wells for drinking water, several vault toilets, and trash collection services. The embedded day use area also provides visitors with picnic tables and grills. Campsites at Mack Lake have picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The 175-acre lake is surrounded by rolling jack pine plains and is a good location for wildlife viewing.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location has limited staffing. Please call (989) 826-3252 for general information.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.</p>

An icy day at Mack Lake

A campsite at Mack Lake ORV Campground

A photo of facility Mack Lake ORV Campground with Picnic Table

A photo of vault toilets Mack Lake ORV Campground

A photo of beach Mack Lake ORV Campground

A photo of hand pump water Mack Lake ORV Campground

A photo of grill at beach  Mack Lake ORV Campground

An icy view of the Mack Lake shoreline

Mack Lake ORV Campground entrance sign

Mack Lake ORV Campground

Located on the edge of a red pine plantation, visitors to this site may see
many varieties of wildlife in addition to their view of the Au Sable River.
This camping area is a short .25 mile walk from the gate, but is primarily
used by river paddlers. There is no motorized access to this site.

**Brochure with map** :  This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper,
landscape (wide) orientation.  To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area
to "shrink to printable area", this will make the text on the page smaller.

**Flickr Photo Album **

<p><a data-flickr-embed="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" title="Au Sable National Scenic River"><img alt="Au Sable National Scenic River" height="240" src="https://farm1.staticflickr.com/760/22986653474_5fdfd2aa5d_z.jpg" width="320" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p><p>Located on the edge of a red pine plantation, visitors to this site may see many varieties of wildlife in addition to their view of the Au Sable River. This camping area is a short .25 mile walk from the gate, but is primarily used by river paddlers. There is no motorized access to this site.</p><p><strong><a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8F" target="external">Brochure with map</a></strong>:&nbsp; This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper, landscape (wide) orientation.&nbsp; To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area to &quot;shrink to printable area&quot;, this will make the text on the page smaller.</p><p><strong><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" target="external">Flickr Photo Album</a> </strong></p>

Meadow Springs Campground

## Overview

Round Lake Campground offers a scenic, rustic, wooded camping area offering a
wide variety of recreation opportunities in the Huron-Manistee National Forest
in Michigan.

## Recreation

There is a wide variety of recreational opportunities located in and around
the campground. Anglers can fish for sunfish, bass and pike while campers can
relax at the sandy beach. The campground has a gravel boat ramp.

## Facilities

Round Lake Campground has 33 sites in two camping loops. Approximately a
quarter of the sites in this campground have access to water. Amenities at the
campground include vault toilets and garbage service along with picnic tables
and campfire rings at each campsite.

## Natural Features

Round Lake's 91-acres is mostly surrounded by private land. Round Lake
Campground provides the only public access to the lake.  
  
Nearby Sand Lake Picnic and Swimming Area are located on the 248-acre Sand
Lake. The beach and picnic area provide the only public access to Sand Lake.

## Nearby Attractions

The campground is located in the village of Sand Lake, MI and groceries and
fuel are nearby. Lumberman's Monument Visitor's Center is less than 15 miles
from the campground. There are hiking trails nearby, a picnic day use area on
nearby Sand Lake, bird watching, and hunting opportunities.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Round Lake Campground offers a scenic, rustic, wooded camping area offering a wide variety of recreation opportunities in the Huron-Manistee National Forest in Michigan.<h2>Recreation</h2>
There is a wide variety of recreational opportunities located in and around the campground.  Anglers can fish for sunfish, bass and pike while campers can relax at the sandy beach. The campground has a gravel boat ramp.<h2>Facilities</h2>
Round Lake Campground has 33 sites in two camping loops.  Approximately a quarter of the sites in this campground have access to water. Amenities at the campground include vault toilets and garbage service along with picnic tables and campfire rings at each campsite.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Round Lake's 91-acres is mostly surrounded by private land.  Round Lake Campground provides the only public access to the lake.<br/><br/>

Nearby Sand Lake Picnic and Swimming Area are located on the 248-acre Sand Lake. The beach and picnic area provide the only public access to Sand Lake.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The campground is located in the village of Sand Lake, MI and groceries and fuel are nearby. Lumberman's Monument Visitor's Center is less than 15 miles from the campground.  There are hiking trails nearby, a picnic day use area on nearby Sand Lake, bird watching, and hunting opportunities.

A photo of facility ROUND LAKE with Boat Ramp, Picnic Table

Waterfront

Walkway to beach from campsites

Beach

A photo of facility ROUND LAKE with Waterfront

A photo of facility ROUND LAKE with Picnic Table, Fire Pit

Bathroom near boat launch

A photo of facility ROUND LAKE 
Info board

Boat Launch Parking 1

A photo of facility ROUND LAKE with Boat Ramp

A photo of facility ROUND LAKE with No Amenities Shown 
Dumpster

Well Pump

Launch 2

Rules

Boat Launch and driveway

Boat Launch Entryway

A photo of facility ROUND LAKE with Boat Ramp Parking

Outhouse

Round Lake

Located between the Au Sable River Scenic Overlook and Au Sable Loop
Campground, this small site is a short .5 mile walk from the gate. Set back
from the road and camping area, campers can enjoy views of the river. Visitors
can access the river from a short set of stairs located near the site.

**Brochure with map** :  This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper,
landscape (wide) orientation.  To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area
to "shrink to printable area", this will make the text on the page smaller.

**Flickr Photo Album **

<p><a data-flickr-embed="true" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" title="Au Sable National Scenic River"><img alt="Au Sable National Scenic River" height="240" src="https://farm1.staticflickr.com/760/22986653474_5fdfd2aa5d_z.jpg" width="320" /></a><script async src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js" charset="utf-8"></script></p><p>Located between the Au Sable River Scenic Overlook and Au Sable Loop Campground, this small site is a short .5 mile walk from the gate. Set back from the road and camping area, campers can enjoy views of the river.&nbsp;Visitors can access the river from a short set of stairs located near the site.</p><p><strong><a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8F" target="external">Brochure with map</a></strong>:&nbsp; This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper, landscape (wide) orientation.&nbsp; To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area to &quot;shrink to printable area&quot;, this will make the text on the page smaller.</p><p><strong><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157659836028984" target="external">Flickr Photo Album</a> </strong></p>

River Dune Campground

## Overview

As visitors exit McKinley Road to enter the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook,
they will first see a panoramic vista of the National Scenic portion of the Au
Sable River. From the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook follow the unpaved road to
reach the campground. The small five site campground is set amidst a mixed
hardwood forest. The campground and day use areas are ideal for scenery
viewing, wildlife viewing, and picnicking.

## Recreation

  * **Water Activities:** The Au Sable Loop Campground provides forest visitors with a variety of water activities. Access to the Au Sable River is afforded by a short path from the campground. Anglers can boat, wade, and fish from shore. Fish species found in the Au Sable River include bass, pike, brown trout, walleye, perch, sunfish, steelhead, and salmon. The water flows at a speed of 2 mph. The Au Sable River provides opportunities for non-motorized boating using watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts. Watercraft can be rented in Mio at Hinchman’s Acres Resort or at Alcona Canoe Rental in Glennie. 
  * **Hiking:** Along the north side of the river is the 0.5 mile Mio Nature Trail with a trailhead located in the Mio Ranger Station parking lot. Along the south side of the river is the 4.5 mile Wolf Creek Trail . The trailhead for Wolf Creek is on the lefthand side 1 mile west of Mio down South River road. Both trails provide views of the Au Sable River and are appropriate for a variety of skill levels. 

## Facilities

The Au Sable Loop Campground provides a handpump well for drinking water, a
vault toilet, and trash collection services. Campsites provide users with
picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts.

## Natural Features

Located near the banks of the National Scenic Au Sable River, this campground
is a haven for water based recreation. An exemplary setting for wildlife
viewing, visitors and campers will see a melding of habitats as the river
turns to forest and then to field. The area is inhabited by bald eagles, deer,
bear, bobcat, porcupine, various songbirds, and waterfowl. Please respect
wildlife and observe from a distance.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (989) 826-3252.

## Charges & Cancellations

All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through
Recreation.gov.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>As visitors exit McKinley Road to enter the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook, they will first see a panoramic vista of the National Scenic portion of the Au Sable River. From the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook follow the unpaved road to reach the campground. The small five site campground is set amidst a mixed hardwood forest. The campground and day use areas are ideal for scenery viewing, wildlife viewing, and picnicking.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Water Activities:</strong> The Au Sable Loop Campground provides forest visitors with a variety of water activities. Access to the Au Sable River is afforded by a short path from the campground. Anglers can boat, wade, and fish from shore. Fish species found in the Au Sable River include bass, pike, brown trout, walleye, perch, sunfish, steelhead, and salmon. The water flows at a speed of 2 mph. The Au Sable River provides opportunities for non-motorized boating using watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts. Watercraft can be rented in Mio at Hinchman’s Acres Resort or at Alcona Canoe Rental in Glennie. </li>
<li><strong>Hiking:</strong> Along the north side of the river is the 0.5 mile Mio Nature Trail with a trailhead located in the Mio Ranger Station parking lot. Along the south side of the river is the 4.5 mile <a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8K" rel="nofollow">Wolf Creek Trail</a> . The trailhead for Wolf Creek is on the lefthand side 1 mile west of Mio down South River road. Both trails provide views of the Au Sable River and are appropriate for a variety of skill levels. </li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Au Sable Loop Campground provides a handpump well for drinking water, a vault toilet, and trash collection services. Campsites provide users with picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Located near the banks of the National Scenic Au Sable River, this campground is a haven for water based recreation. An exemplary setting for wildlife viewing, visitors and campers will see a melding of habitats as the river turns to forest and then to field. The area is inhabited by bald eagles, deer, bear, bobcat, porcupine, various songbirds, and waterfowl. Please respect wildlife and observe from a distance.  </p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (989) 826-3252.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.</p>

A view of the Au Sable River from the Au Sable Loop Day Use Area

View of the Au Sable River from Au Sable Loop Area

A photo of bathroom Au Sable Loop Campground

A photo of hand pump water Au Sable Loop Campground

A view of the Au Sable River and a fence from the Au Sable Loop Day Use Area

Au Sable Loop Campground

## Overview

AuSable River Dispersed Camping is a unique series of 102 individually
designated single-family campsites on a 55-mile stretch of the lovely AuSable
River. All campsites are within Alcona and Iosco Counties in Michigan.  
  
These rustic sites are divided into sections near Alcona Pond, the AuSable
Semi-Primitive Non-Motorized Area, Loud Pond, Five Channels Pond, Cooke Pond,
Foote Pond and Lower Ausable. Each are ideal for family camping, with
opportunities for fly fishing, swimming, canoeing and bird watching.

## Recreation

Both river and lake fishing are available for perch, bass and pike walleye.
One recommended spot is the Whirlpool Angler access point. All sites are also
near the River Road National Scenic Byway, which offers wonderful views of the
river valley.  
  
The campground has boat-in camping, and canoe rentals are available in
Glennie, Hale, Mio and Oscoda.

## Facilities

All sites are primitive with no drinking water, toilets or trash removal.
Campers are expected to bring plenty of water, portable toilets and garbage
bags. Parking aprons are dirt or gravel.

## Natural Features

Campsites sit on bluffs that range from five to 300 feet above the waterline
of the lower AuSable River. Depending on the site, access to the river may be
difficult due to steep or eroding slopes.  
  
The AuSable River meanders across 138 miles of Michigan and flows into the
great lake, Lake Huron.

<h2>Overview</h2>
AuSable River Dispersed Camping is a unique series of 102 individually designated single-family campsites on a 55-mile stretch of the lovely AuSable River. All campsites are within Alcona and Iosco Counties in Michigan. 
<br/><br/>
These rustic sites are divided into sections near Alcona Pond, the AuSable Semi-Primitive Non-Motorized Area, Loud Pond, Five Channels Pond, Cooke Pond, Foote Pond and Lower Ausable. Each are ideal for family camping, with opportunities for fly fishing, swimming, canoeing and bird watching.<h2>Recreation</h2>
Both river and lake fishing are available for perch, bass and pike walleye. One recommended spot is the Whirlpool Angler access point. All sites are also near the River Road National Scenic Byway, which offers wonderful views of the river valley.
<br/><br/>
The campground has boat-in camping, and canoe rentals are available in Glennie, Hale, Mio and Oscoda.<h2>Facilities</h2>
All sites are primitive with no drinking water, toilets or trash removal. Campers are expected to bring plenty of water, portable toilets and garbage bags. Parking aprons are dirt or gravel.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Campsites sit on bluffs that range from five to 300 feet above the waterline of the lower AuSable River. Depending on the site, access to the river may be difficult due to steep or eroding slopes.<br/><br/>
The AuSable River meanders across 138 miles of Michigan and flows into the great lake, Lake Huron.

Ausable River Camping View 3

Ausable River Camping View

Ausable River Camping

Ausable River Camping Boat 2

Ausable River Camping View 2

Ausable River Camping Boat 1

Ausable River Camping Site 2

## Overview

Wagner Lake Campground is a small but popular 12 site campground set on the
banks of Wagner Lake. This shallow lake is surrounded by National Forest
System lands.

## Recreation

  * **Water Activities:** Wagner Lake provides visitors with an area for beach play and swimming. Visitors may also carry-in non-motorized watercraft such as canoes and kayaks for use on Wagner Lake. 
  * **Fishing:** Anglers can try their luck fishing from shore, a boat, or wadding into the lake. Wagner Lake has excellent bass and pan fish fishing.

## Facilities

Wagner Lake Campground has handpump wells for drinking water, vault toliets,
and garbage collection services. Each campsite has a picnic table, a campfire
ring, a lantern post, and a paved parking pad.

## Natural Features

Wagner Lake Campground is surrounded by a mixed hardwood forest. Wagner Lake
is shallow sandy bottom lake.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (989) 826-3252.

## Charges & Cancellations

All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through
Recreation.gov.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Wagner Lake Campground is a small but popular 12 site campground set on the banks of Wagner Lake. This shallow lake is surrounded by National Forest System lands. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Water Activities:</strong> Wagner Lake provides visitors with an area for beach play and swimming. Visitors may also carry-in non-motorized watercraft such as canoes and kayaks for use on Wagner Lake. </li>
<li><strong>Fishing:</strong> Anglers can try their luck fishing from shore, a boat, or wadding into the lake. Wagner Lake has excellent bass and pan fish fishing.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Wagner Lake Campground has handpump wells for drinking water, vault toliets, and garbage collection services. Each campsite has a picnic table, a campfire ring, a lantern post, and a paved parking pad.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Wagner Lake Campground is surrounded by a mixed hardwood forest. Wagner Lake is shallow sandy bottom lake.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (989) 826-3252.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.</p>

Wagner Lake Campground entrance sign.

The view of the shoreline along Wagner Lake from the Wagner Lake Campground Beach.

A photo of a vault toilet and trash receptacle at Wagner Lake (MI)

A photo of water pump Wagner Lake (MI)

A view of Wagner Lake and the Wagner Lake Campground Beach.

A photo of day use facility Wagner Lake (MI)

A photo of day use parking Wagner Lake (MI)

Wagner Lake (MI)

## Overview

Island Lake Campground is a popular campground and picnic area featuring a
swimming beach marked with buoys on the 58-acre Island Lake. Located on the
southern edge of the Mio Ranger District of the Huron-Manistee National
Forest, this site is a short drive North on M-33 from Rose City, MI. This site
is gated in the off-season. Island Lake Brochure and Map.

## Recreation

  * **Water Activities:** Island Lake is a popular location for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. The water tempurate is cold with a maximum depth of 25 feet. Anglers can expect to catch sunfish, perch, and bass. Visitors can carry-in kayaks, canoes, and other non-motorized watercraft a short distance from the day use parking area to day use beach.
  * **Hiking:** There is a 1.25 mile loop trail that departs from the campground. A spur trail off the main loop connects Island Lake Campground with Loon Lake Day Use Area.
  * **OHV Riding:** Nearby M-33 trailhead provides OHV riders with access to the Mack Lake Motorized Trail System and the Bull Gap Hill Climb Area . Additionally, a large majority of Forest Service roads are open to OHV use. Please refer to the motor vehicle use map (MVUM) to understand which roads are open to OHV use.

## Facilities

The campground provides handpump wells for drinking water, several vault
toilets, and trash collection services. The embedded day use area also
provides visitors with picnic tables and grills. Campsites at Island Lake have
paved parking pads, picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts.

## Natural Features

Island Lake is a small, sheltered lake. It's namesake Island is visable from
the day use area. Several of the campsites offer views of Island Lake through
the trees. The forest around the campground is mixed hardwoods with many
wildlife and waterfowl viewing opportunites.

Island Lake and the surrounding landscape are the result of glacial retreat
and showcases some of Michigan's geologic history. While retreating from
Michigan, glaciers left behind a pattern of broad ridges, called moraines. A
chaotic arragnement of deep circular depressions and winding ridges, the
Island Lake campground and Island Lake nature trail takes visitors through
part of the West Branch Morraine.

## Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general
information, please call: (989) 826-3252.

## Charges & Cancellations

All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through
Recreation.gov.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Island Lake Campground is a popular campground and picnic area featuring a swimming beach marked with buoys on the 58-acre Island Lake. Located on the southern edge of the Mio Ranger District of the Huron-Manistee National Forest, this site is a short drive North on M-33 from Rose City, MI. This site is gated in the off-season. <a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8D" rel="nofollow">Island Lake Brochure and Map.</a> </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Water Activities:</strong> Island Lake is a popular location for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. The water tempurate is cold with a maximum depth of 25 feet. Anglers can expect to catch sunfish, perch, and bass. Visitors can carry-in kayaks, canoes, and other non-motorized watercraft a short distance from the day use parking area to day use beach.</li>
<li><strong>Hiking:</strong> There is a <a href="http://go.usa.gov/x9h8D" rel="nofollow">1.25 mile loop trail</a>  that departs from the campground. A spur trail off the main loop connects Island Lake Campground with Loon Lake Day Use Area.</li>
<li><strong>OHV Riding:</strong> Nearby M-33 trailhead provides OHV riders with access to the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=18934&actid=32" rel="nofollow">Mack Lake Motorized Trail System</a> and the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=18948&actid=68" rel="nofollow">Bull Gap Hill Climb Area</a> . Additionally, a large majority of Forest Service roads are open to OHV use. Please refer to the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/hmnf/maps-pubs/?cid=FSEPRD954958" rel="nofollow">motor vehicle use map (MVUM)</a>  to understand which roads are open to OHV use.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The campground provides handpump wells for drinking water, several vault toilets, and trash collection services. The embedded day use area also provides visitors with picnic tables and grills. Campsites at Island Lake have paved parking pads, picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Island Lake is a small, sheltered lake. It's namesake Island is visable from the day use area. Several of the campsites offer views of Island Lake through the trees. The forest around the campground is mixed hardwoods with many wildlife and waterfowl viewing opportunites.  </p>
<p>Island Lake and the surrounding landscape are the result of glacial retreat and showcases some of Michigan's geologic history. While retreating from Michigan, glaciers left behind a pattern of broad ridges, called moraines. A chaotic arragnement of deep circular depressions and winding ridges, the Island Lake campground and Island Lake nature trail takes visitors through part of the West Branch Morraine. </p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (989) 826-3252.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.</p>

A view of Island Lake from the Island Lake Day Use Area

A snowy photo of Island lake (MI) sign

A photo of a vault toilet and trash facility at Island lake (MI)

A photo of water facility at Island lake (MI)

A photo of the trail head sign at Island lake (MI)

A view of the Island of Island Lake from the Island Lake Day Use Area Beach.

The Island Lake Campground entrance sign

A photo of a vault toilet at Island lake (MI)

Island lake (MI)

## Overview

Chimney Loop Campground is located on the shores of Wagner Lake. Wagner Lake
is a shallow sandy bottom lake that is entirely surrounded by National Forest.
The lake has excellent bass and pan fish fishing. Chimney Loop campground can
accommodate groups of up to 30 people and six cars.

## Recreation

  * **Water Activities:** Wagner Lake provides visitors opportunites for swimming and beach play. Non-motorized watercraft such as canoes and kayaks can be carried into Wagner Lake. Anglers can try their luck from shore, wadding, or by boat to catch bass and pan fish.

## Facilities

Facilities at Chimney Loop Campground include a vault toilet, three picnic
tables, three fire rings, and use of a historic chimney. Garbage service and
handpump wells for drinking water are provided around the corner at Wagner
Lake Campground.

## Natural Features

The Chimeny Loop group site is set in a forest of oak and pine trees. A very
short walk from the shores of Wagner Lake makes this the perfect destination
for visitors looking for some solitude. Chimney Loop Campground is located
just a short drive from the AuSable River and is close to ORV trails.

## Charges & Cancellations

All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through
Recreation.gov.

<h2>Overview</h2>
Chimney Loop Campground is located on the shores of Wagner Lake.  Wagner Lake is a shallow sandy bottom lake that is entirely surrounded by National Forest.  The lake has excellent bass and pan fish fishing.  Chimney Loop campground can accommodate groups of up to 30 people and six cars.<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Water Activities: </strong>Wagner Lake provides visitors opportunites for swimming and beach play. Non-motorized watercraft such as canoes and kayaks can be carried into Wagner Lake. Anglers can try their luck from shore, wadding, or by boat to catch bass and pan fish.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Facilities at Chimney Loop Campground include a vault toilet, three picnic tables, three fire rings, and use of a historic chimney. Garbage service and handpump wells for drinking water are provided around the corner at Wagner Lake Campground.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>The Chimeny Loop group site is set in a forest of oak and pine trees. A very short walk from the shores of Wagner Lake makes this the perfect destination for visitors looking for some solitude. Chimney Loop Campground is located just a short drive from the AuSable River and is close to ORV trails.</p>
<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p>All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.</p>

CHIMNEY LOOP CAMPGROUND

A second view of Wagner Lake from Chimney Loop Campground

Vault Toilet at Chimney Loop Campground

A view of Wagner Lake from Chimney Loop Campground

The chimney of Chimney Loop Campground

Chimney Loop Campground

Lying between the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron in the northern half
of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, is the nearly one-million-acre Huron-
Manistee National Forests.

Lying between the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron in the northern half of the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, is the nearly one-million-acre Huron-Manistee National Forests.