This trail system connects to the Mack Lake Trail System and was developed for
vehicles 50 in. or less. As riders travel through the forest they will see a
wide variety of scenery types. The trail ranges anywhere from 0 to 10% grades
with some short stretches of 30%. Confidence markers are orange triangles.

This trail is shown on the Huron-Manistee National Forests Motor Vehicle Use
Map, available in the Maps and Publications section. A map is also located on
the MI-DNRE website.

<p>This trail system connects to the Mack Lake Trail System and was developed for vehicles 50 in. or less. As riders travel through the forest they will see a wide variety of scenery types. The trail ranges anywhere from 0 to 10% grades with some short stretches of 30%. Confidence markers are orange triangles.</p><p>This trail is shown on the Huron-Manistee National Forests Motor Vehicle Use Map, available in the Maps and Publications section. A map is also located on the MI-DNRE <a href="http://www.midnr.com/publications/pdfs/forestslandwater/ORV/Maps-Trail/The_Meadows_Trail.pdf">website</a>.</p>

**Recreation Enhancement Act Fee -** _Meadows ORV Trailhead Day Use Fee_

  * Day: $5.00
  * Week: $15.00

Bird's eye view of the campground

Meadows ORV Complex

## Overview

Meadows ORV Campground is a small, 12 single site area primarily used by OHV
riders. The sites accomodate trailers/RV's up to 25 feet in length.

## Recreation

  * **ORV Riding:** Passing just long the south edge of the campground is the Meadows ORV Trail System. This trail system was developed for vehicles 50 inches of less. The Meadows ORV trail connects to the Mack Lake Trail System and Bull Gap Hill Climb . The trail ranges anywhere from 0 to 10% grades with some short stretches of 30%. Confidence markers are orange triangles.

## Facilities

Meadows ORV Campground provides visitors with a handpump well for drinking
water, several vault toliets, and garbage collection services. Individual
campsites provide a picnic table, a campfire ring, and a lantern post.

## Natural Features

Meadows ORV Campground is nestled amoungst a pine and hardwood forest. The
west branch of Big Creek is crossed by Meadows West Trail just to the
southwest of the campground. Meadows ORV Campground is isolated from nearby
light sources making it an excellent location for star gazing.

## 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>Meadows ORV Campground is a small, 12 single site area primarily used by OHV riders. The sites accomodate trailers/RV's up to 25 feet in length. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>ORV Riding: </strong>Passing just long the south edge of the campground is the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/ohv/recarea/?recid=18954&actid=32" rel="nofollow">Meadows ORV Trail System</a>. This trail system was developed for vehicles 50 inches of less. The Meadows ORV trail connects to the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recarea/?recid=18934" rel="nofollow">Mack Lake Trail System</a>  and <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/hmnf/recreation/recarea/?recid=18948&actid=68" rel="nofollow">Bull Gap Hill Climb</a> . The trail ranges anywhere from 0 to 10% grades with some short stretches of 30%. Confidence markers are orange triangles.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Meadows ORV Campground provides visitors with a handpump well for drinking water, several vault toliets, and garbage collection services. Individual campsites provide a picnic table, a campfire ring, and a lantern post. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Meadows ORV Campground is nestled amoungst a pine and hardwood forest. The west branch of Big Creek is crossed by Meadows West Trail just to the southwest of the campground. Meadows ORV Campground is isolated from nearby light sources making it an excellent location for star gazing.  </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>

Meadows ORV Campground site # X set up for use.

A campsite with a tent set up on it in the Meadows ORV Campground.

A photo of facility Meadows ORV Campground with No Amenities Shown

Meadows ORV Campground vault toilet

Meadows ORV Campground entrance sign

Meadows ORV Campground

Thank you for your interest in Meadows ORV Campground. We will not be
accepting reservations at this facility for the 2026 camping season. All sites
will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. We apologize for any
inconvenience this may cause. For more information, please contact the Mio
Ranger Station at (989) 826-3252.

The parking lot is designed for trucks with horse trailers. This portion of
trail features a unique cedar swamp ecosystem along the Big Creek/Luzerne
boardwalk.

**Flickr Photo Album**

<p>The parking lot is designed for trucks with horse trailers. This portion of trail features a unique cedar swamp ecosystem along the Big Creek/Luzerne boardwalk.</p><p><strong><a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/usfs-hmnf/albums/72157667451194973" target="external">Flickr Photo Album</a></strong></p>

Luzerne Horse Trail Campground and Trailhead

## 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

## 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

Wakeley Lake Campground is comprised of 5 walk-in sites. Wakeley Lake
Campground is set in the Wakeley Lake semi-primitivie nonmotorized area.
Visitors to the area will be treated to a forested setting that varies from
tag alder and conifer swamps to upland jack and white pine mixed with oak.
Wakeley Lake is set relatively close to the parking location in the semi-
primitive nonmotorized area. The lake tapers out into a swampy marsh area
along the shoreline in some areas. A moderatly sized area to take a hike or
view wildlife, this area also offers canoeing opportunities.The 2,100 acres
area is habitat for loons and eagles and visitors may view loons nesting from
March 1 to July 15. Please respect wildlife and view from a distance.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Wakeley Lake Campground is comprised of 5 walk-in sites. Wakeley Lake Campground is set in the Wakeley Lake semi-primitivie nonmotorized area. Visitors to the area will be treated to a forested setting that varies from tag alder and conifer swamps to upland jack and white pine mixed with oak. Wakeley Lake is set relatively close to the parking location in the semi-primitive nonmotorized area. The lake tapers out into a swampy marsh area along the shoreline in some areas. A moderatly sized area to take a hike or view wildlife, this area also offers canoeing opportunities.The 2,100 acres area is habitat for loons and eagles and visitors may view loons nesting from March 1 to July 15. Please respect wildlife and view from a distance.</p>

A photo of facility Wakeley Lake Campground with No Amenities Shown

A canoe along Wakeley Lakeshore

A photo of facility Wakeley Lake Campground with Picnic Table, Fire Pit

The foot trail to the Wakeley Lake Campground

Wakeley Lake 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

## 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

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

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
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**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

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

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

## Overview

Kneff Lake Campground is a popular camping area on the far west side of the
Mio Ranger District near Grayling. The campground has 27 sites and an onsite
host during the season. Kneff Lake is a 20-acre shared private, state, and
federal ownership. Kneff Lake day use area provides accessible beach access
for all who wish to boat, fish, swim, or enjoy beach play.

## Recreation

  * **Water Activities:** Kneff Lake day use area beach is accessible to all by way of an access ramp. The swim area has bouys marking the permiter. Non-motorized boats such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts are welcome to be carried in for use on Kneff Lake.
  * **Fishing:** Kneff lake is It is a designated trout lake and is stocked with rainbow trout in the spring. Anglers can also hope to catch perch by boating, fishing from shore, and wading. The maximum water depth is 40 ft. 

## 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 Kneff Lake have
picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts. Sites 1-18 have crushed
stone parking pads and sites 19-27 have asphalt parking pads.

## Natural Features

Kneff Lake Campground is centered around the 20-acre Kneff Lake. The forests
in and around the campground are largely oak and pine. This small portion of
federal land is surrounded by state and private lands.

## 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>Kneff Lake Campground is a popular camping area on the far west side of the Mio Ranger District near Grayling. The campground has 27 sites and an onsite host during the season. Kneff Lake is a 20-acre shared private, state, and federal ownership. Kneff Lake day use area provides accessible beach access for all who wish to boat, fish, swim, or enjoy beach play. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Water Activities:</strong> Kneff Lake day use area beach is accessible to all by way of an access ramp. The swim area has bouys marking the permiter. Non-motorized boats such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts are welcome to be carried in for use on Kneff Lake.</li>
<li><strong>Fishing: </strong>Kneff lake is It is a designated trout lake and is stocked with rainbow trout in the spring. Anglers can also hope to catch perch by boating, fishing from shore, and wading. The maximum water depth is 40 ft. </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 Kneff Lake have picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts. Sites 1-18 have crushed stone parking pads and sites 19-27 have asphalt parking pads. </p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Kneff Lake Campground is centered around the 20-acre Kneff Lake. The forests in and around the campground are largely oak and pine. This small portion of federal land is surrounded by state and private lands.</p>

<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>

A view of Kneff Lake and Kneff Lake Day Use Area beach.

The sign at the entrance to the Kneff Lake Campground

A photo of water access and information kiosk at Kneff Lake Campground

Looking up a flight of stairs from the Kneff Lake Day Use Area.

A vault toilet in the Kneff Lake Campground

A view of Kneff Lake and the Kneff Lake Day Use area beach from a staircase.

Kneff Lake Campground

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

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.