## Overview

**Planning a trip to the Black River Harbor Campground? Watch for Alerts at
the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.**

Black River Campground is adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area.
The recreation area includes a pavilion, harbor and a large picnic area. The
area provides for many opportunities for fishing, boating, backpacking,
hiking, bird watching, photography and beautiful scenery for relaxation in the
outdoors.

## Recreation

The campground is adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area. The
Harbor offers one of the area's few access points to Lake Superior, with
boating and fishing being a major summer time activity. Fishing charters are
available at the harbor dock area. The boat ramp can accommodate almost any
craft trailered in. Parking for trucks and boat trailers is ample. The area
has many trails that follow the Black River leading you to the many waterfalls
along the river. The recreation area has a large grassy area for picnics.

## Facilities

The Black River Campground has 38 available campsites that can accommodate
RVs, campers or tents. There are two concrete vault toilet buildings at either
end of the campground. All campsites are wooded with partial shade and have a
generous area to spread out in. There are five campsites that are within a few
hundred feet of Lake Superior.

## Natural Features

Known for its spectacular waterfalls, idyllic beaches, scenic hiking trails
and tranquil campground, the Black River Harbor Recreation Area is a popular
destination throughout the year. Originating in Wisconsin, the Black River
flows through forested areas of large pine, hemlock and hardwood trees. The
River has a series of scenic waterfalls as it drops in elevation to meet Lake
Superior. Tannin (tannic acids) from hemlock trees is what gives it its unique
color.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

## Nearby Attractions

A historic pavilion built by the Civilian Conservation Corps is located in the
recreation area next to the campground. The recreation area includes a large
picnic area and Black River Harbor that has fishing charters available and in
itself is a scenic area to explore. Trails run adjacent to the Black River and
lead to several waterfalls. A foot bridge and short walk will take you across
the Black River to Lake Superior and the sand beach swimming areas.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Cancellations**

  * If you cancel reservation at least 2 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded. 
  * If you cancel reservation the day before or the day of check in date, all recreation fees, minus $10 cancellation fee, the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center), and the first night’s use fee will be refunded. Cancellations for one night reservations will forfeit the entire amount paid.
  * The reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) is non-refundable.

**No Show**

Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the
arrival date.

For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the
Recreaiton.gov Rules and Reservations Policy page.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Planning a trip to the Black River Harbor Campground? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.</strong>  </p>

<p>Black River Campground is adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area. The recreation area includes a pavilion, harbor and a large picnic area. The area provides for many opportunities for fishing, boating, backpacking, hiking, bird watching, photography and beautiful scenery for relaxation in the outdoors.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The campground is adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area. The Harbor offers one of the area's few access points to Lake Superior, with boating and fishing being a major summer time activity. Fishing charters are available at the harbor dock area. The boat ramp can accommodate almost any craft trailered in.  Parking for trucks and boat trailers is ample. The area has many trails that follow the Black River leading you to the many waterfalls along the river. The recreation area has a large grassy area for picnics.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Black River Campground has 38 available campsites that can accommodate RVs, campers or tents. There are two concrete vault toilet buildings at either end of the campground. All campsites are wooded with partial shade and have a generous area to spread out in. There are five campsites that are within a few hundred feet of Lake Superior.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Known for its spectacular waterfalls, idyllic beaches, scenic hiking trails and tranquil campground, the Black River Harbor Recreation Area is a popular destination throughout the year. Originating in Wisconsin, the Black River flows through forested areas of large pine, hemlock and hardwood trees. The River has a series of scenic waterfalls as it drops in elevation to meet Lake Superior. Tannin (tannic acids) from hemlock trees is what gives it its unique color.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
A historic pavilion built by the Civilian Conservation Corps is located in the recreation area next to the campground. The recreation area includes a large picnic area and Black River Harbor that has fishing charters available and in itself is a scenic area to explore.  Trails run adjacent to the Black River and lead to several waterfalls. A foot bridge and short walk will take you across the Black River to Lake Superior and the sand beach swimming areas.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellations</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel reservation at least 2 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded. </li>
<li>If you cancel reservation the day before or the day of check in date, all recreation fees, minus $10 cancellation fee, the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center), and the first night’s use fee will be refunded.  Cancellations for one night reservations will forfeit the entire amount paid.</li>
<li>The reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) is non-refundable.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>No Show</strong></p>
<p>Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. </p>

<p>For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the Recreaiton.gov <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">Rules and Reservations Policy page</a>.   </p>

**Camping Fee**

$22.00 per night per campsite

**Pass Discounts**

Golden Age/Interagency Senior and Access Passes are accepted at this
campground. You must present pass for discount to be honored.

**Reservation Fee**

  * $8.00 per reservation if made on-line

  * $9.00 per reservation if made through the call center

The reservation fee is non-refundable.

**Day Use**

There is a day use fee associated with day use area and boat landing from May
15 – October 15, of $5 per day per vehicle, or an annual pass for $30 per
vehicle. The annual pass covers Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, Black River
Harbor Recreation Area, Marion Lake boat landing, Bobcat Lake day use and boat
landing, Henry Lake, Pomeroy Lake, Norway Lake day use, Perch Lake, Lake Ste
Kathryn, and Courtney Lake day use and boat landing. Please plan accordingly
to ensure you can pay the daily fee at the self-registration fee tube. If you
would like to purchase an annual pass, they are available from the on-site
campground host. If you have additional questions, contact Camp Host, LLC at
906-661-8870.

Day use fees will not be charged to those who have already paid for a
campground campsite.

Scenic view from Black River Harbor Campground.

Scenic view of Lake Superior

One of the campsites in Black River Harbor Campground with a view of Lake Superior.

Black River Harbor Campground campsite with view of Lake Superior.

Scenic view of Lake Superior from the campground.

Scenic view of Lake Superior from a bench in the campground.

Vault toilet in Black River Harbor Campground.

Vault Toilet

A photo of facility BLACK RIVER HARBOR CAMPGROUND

Black River Harbor Campground

**No water will be available for the 2026 season. Please plan accordingly for
your trip.**

We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

<p><strong>No water will be available for the 2026 season.  Please plan accordingly for your trip.</strong></p><p>We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.</p>

## Overview

**Planning a visit to the Black River Harbor Pavilion? Watch for Alerts at the
top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.** The Black River
Harbor Pavilion is located within the Black Harbor Recreation Area on Lake
Superior in Michigans Upper Peninsula. The historic stone and wood pavilion
was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.

## Recreation

Lake Superior offers great opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming.
The North Country National Scenic Trail, which traverses through the
recreation area, offers access to all five waterfalls and a scenic 12 mile
hike to the Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park in Michigan.  
  
The Black River Harbor Boating Club sponsors an annual fishing derby over
Labor Day weekend.

## Facilities

The recreation area offers an enclosed pavilion with a fireplace and flush
toilet facilities. A campground with first-come, first-served sites is also
available. Facilities include vault toilets and a pressurized water system. A
sandy beach is located on-site.

## Natural Features

Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, and viewing waterfalls. The
Black River Harbor Recreation Area has docking and fuel services for day and
transient boaters, a boat launch, a large picnic area with a swing set, a
campground with 39 campsites, beach access to Lake Superior, and five scenic
waterfalls along the wild and scenic Black River. The day-use picnic area has
a suspension bridge over the Black River with a hiking trail to a beautiful
sand and pebble beach on Lake Superior. The campground is situated among
hemlock and pine trees at an elevation of 840 feet, on a bluff overlooking
Lake Superior and offers a scenic overlook of Lake Superior's Apostle Islands.  
  
The Ottawa National Forest encompasses nearly one million acres on the west
side of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The forest extends from the south shore of
Lake Superior to the Wisconsin border. It is distinguished by rolling hills
dotted with lakes, rivers and waterfalls.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

## Nearby Attractions

For a panoramic view of the area, visit Copper Peak International Ski Flying
Hill, a 17-story steel ski jump. Visitors can take an elevator up to the top.
The attraction is a short drive from the campground. The Porcupine Mountain
Wilderness State Park in Michigan can be seen in the distance from the beach
and is less than a one-hour drive from the Harbor.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Cancellations**

  * If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.
  * If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, you forfeit the entire total paid. 

**No Show**

Staff will hold facility until check-in time on the arrival date.

For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the
Recreaiton.gov Rules and Reservations Policy page.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Planning a visit to the Black River Harbor Pavilion?  Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.</strong>  The Black River Harbor Pavilion is located within the Black Harbor Recreation Area on Lake Superior in Michigans Upper Peninsula. The historic stone and wood pavilion was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Lake Superior offers great opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming.  The North Country National Scenic Trail, which traverses through the recreation area, offers access to all five waterfalls and a scenic 12 mile hike to the Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park in Michigan.
<br/><br/>

The Black River Harbor Boating Club sponsors an annual fishing derby over Labor Day weekend.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The recreation area offers an enclosed pavilion with a fireplace and flush toilet facilities. A campground with first-come, first-served sites is also available. Facilities include vault toilets and a pressurized water system. A sandy beach is located on-site.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Visitors enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, and viewing waterfalls. The Black River Harbor Recreation Area has docking and fuel services for day and transient boaters, a boat launch,  a large picnic area with a swing set, a campground with 39 campsites, beach access to Lake Superior, and five scenic waterfalls along the wild and scenic Black River. The day-use picnic area has a suspension bridge over the Black River with a hiking trail to a beautiful sand and pebble beach on Lake Superior.  The campground is situated among hemlock and pine trees at an elevation of 840 feet, on a bluff overlooking Lake Superior and offers a scenic overlook of Lake Superior's Apostle Islands. 
<br/><br/>
The Ottawa National Forest encompasses nearly one million acres on the west side of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The forest extends from the south shore of Lake Superior to the Wisconsin border. It is distinguished by rolling hills dotted with lakes, rivers and waterfalls.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
For a panoramic view of the area, visit Copper Peak International Ski Flying Hill, a 17-story steel ski jump. Visitors can take an elevator up to the top. The attraction is a short drive from the campground. The Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park in Michigan can be seen in the distance from the beach and is less than a one-hour drive from the Harbor.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellations</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.</li>
<li>If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, you forfeit the entire total paid. </li>
</ul>
<p><strong>No Show</strong></p>
<p>Staff will hold facility until check-in time on the arrival date. </p>

<p>For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the Recreaiton.gov <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">Rules and Reservations Policy page</a>.  </p>

**Recreation Fee**

$100.00 per day

The pavilion reservation fee covers the day use fee for all guests of the
reservation holder; guests do not have to pay the $5 day-use fee, it’s
included with the reservation fee.

**Reservation Fee**

  * $8.00 per reservation if made on-line

  * $9.00 per reservation if made through the call center

The reservation fee is non-refundable.

Distant view of the Black River Harbor Pavilion, sidewalk, and picnic tables on the lawn.

BLACK RIVER HARBOR PAVILION

BLACK RIVER HARBOR PAVILION OVERVIEW

Rainbow Falls

BLACK RIVER HARBOR

View of the northeast side of the Black River Harbor Pavilion and a couple of picnic tables outside.

Distant view of the Black River Harbor Pavilion, sidewalk, and picnic tables outside on the lawn.

Inside of the Black River Harbor Pavilion.

Inside view of the Black River Harbor Pavilion showing the set up of the room with 5 picnic tables, trash can, and fireplace.

Black River Harbor Pavilion

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to first download the **free
Recreation.gov mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to
your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to first download the <strong>free Recreation.gov mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong>  prior to your arrival</strong> as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Bobcat Lake Camp

Located in Gogebic County just 3 miles southeast of Marenisco, Mi., on the
Bessemer Ranger District in the southern half of the Ottawa National Forest.
Bobcat Lake campground features one loop with 11 campsites. Campsites are
bordered by vegetation providing privacy between sites. These drive in sites
offer a tent pad, wood table, fire ring, lantern post and gravel parking spur.
Two accessible vault toilets are located in the campground and water is
provided by a centrally located hand pump in the loop. A sandy beach and day
use area, complete with vault toilets, tables, grills and changing house is
located 1/2 mile east of the campground. Also adjacent to the campground is a
boat ramp which provides access to a variety of game fish.

<p>Located in Gogebic County just 3 miles southeast of Marenisco, Mi., on the Bessemer Ranger District in the southern half of the Ottawa National Forest. Bobcat Lake campground features one loop with 11 campsites. Campsites are bordered by vegetation providing privacy between sites. These drive in sites offer a tent pad, wood table, fire ring, lantern post and gravel parking spur. Two accessible vault toilets are located in the campground and water is provided by a centrally located hand pump in the loop. A sandy beach and day use area, complete with vault toilets, tables, grills and changing house is located 1/2 mile east of the campground.  Also adjacent to the campground is a boat ramp which provides access to a variety of game fish.</p>

Bobcat Lake Campground

## Overview

**Planning a visit to the Clark Lake Pavilion? Watch for Alerts at the top of
the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.** The Clark Lake Pavilion,
located within the Clark Lake day use area, sits in a beautiful north woods
setting; at the north end of Clark Lake. The pavilion provides a large indoor
gathering area complete with picnic tables, limited seating and a fireplace.
The large parking area serves as parking for the pavilion and Clark Lake day
use area; there are 46 parking spots, 2 accessible parking spots, and 1
bus/larger vehicle parking spot.

## Recreation

Clark Lake day use area, Clark Lake campground, and the Sylvania Wilderness
provide visitors with a multitude of opportunities to enjoy picnicking,
paddling, fishing, hiking, swimming, camping and the solitude of wilderness.
With more than 30 named lakes, 26 miles of hiking trails, and 50 backcountry
campsites on the wilderness landscape there are no shortage of hiking,
paddling, and camping opportunities throughout the area. The Clark Lake
campground is just a short drive from the pavilion and provides an overnight
camping option for those wishing to camp in the area.

## Facilities

The Clark Lake day use area offers a large outdoor picnic area complete with
picnic tables and grills, a beautiful sandy beach, as well as an enclosed
pavilion with a fireplace. Co-located within the pavilion are flush toilets
facilities. Nearby, the Clark Lake campground offers four camping loops with a
total of 48 campsites, paved access roads, pressurized water system, flush
toilets and a trailer dump station. There are canoe access landings at the
north end of Crooked Lake and Clark Lake to access paddling opportunities
within the wilderness.

## Natural Features

The Clark Lake pavilion sits just outside the Sylvania Wilderness boundary at
the north end of Clark Lake. Clark Lake is a crystal clear lake with a natural
sandy shoreline, providing excellent swimming and outdoor picnic opportunities
just a short walk from the pavilion.  
  
Sylvania Wilderness encompasses 18,327 acres of primitive lands and is part of
the National Wilderness Preservation System. With its untouched, virgin timber
still standing tall, Sylvania looks and feels today like it did when it was
first discovered. Sylvania Wilderness welcomes the new and returning visitor
with towering, ancient trees, the lonesome call of loons and soft pine needles
underfoot. A staggering 4,000 acres of this wilderness is covered by water.

## Nearby Attractions

The Wilderness Lakes Trails system encompasses 38 miles of bike and pedestrian
trails that traverse Michigan and Wisconsin, as well as encircling Sylvania
Wilderness. This trail system provides a multitude of riding and pedestrian
opportunities and has something for everyone. The Land O' Lakes cross country
ski trails, adjacent to Sylvania Wilderness, offer approximately 6.5 miles of
groomed ski trail. Whether you are an expert skier, or a beginner, you're sure
to find a favorite trail that lets you enjoy the great outdoors all winter
long. The almost one million acres of the Ottawa National Forest are located
in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The forest extends from the south
shore of Lake Superior to the Wisconsin border. The area is rich in wildlife
viewing opportunities; breathtaking views of rolling hills dotted with lakes,
rivers and waterfalls; and spectacular fall colors.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Cancellations**

  * If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.
  * If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, you forfeit the entire total paid. 

**No Show**

Staff will hold facility until check-in time on the arrival date.

For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the
Recreaiton.gov Rules and Reservations Policy page.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Planning a visit to the Clark Lake Pavilion? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility. </strong> The Clark Lake Pavilion, located within the Clark Lake day use area, sits in a beautiful north woods setting; at the north end of Clark Lake.  The pavilion provides a large indoor gathering area complete with picnic tables, limited seating and a fireplace.  The large parking area serves as parking for the pavilion and Clark Lake day use area; there are 46 parking spots, 2 accessible parking spots, and 1 bus/larger vehicle parking spot.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Clark Lake day use area, Clark Lake campground, and the Sylvania Wilderness provide visitors with a multitude of opportunities to enjoy picnicking, paddling, fishing, hiking, swimming, camping and the solitude of wilderness.  With more than 30 named lakes, 26 miles of hiking trails, and 50 backcountry campsites on the wilderness landscape there are no shortage of hiking, paddling, and camping opportunities throughout the area.
  
The Clark Lake campground is just a short drive from the pavilion and provides an overnight camping option for those wishing to camp in the area.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The Clark Lake day use area offers a large outdoor picnic area complete with picnic tables and grills, a beautiful sandy beach, as well as an enclosed pavilion with a fireplace. Co-located within the pavilion are flush toilets facilities. Nearby, the Clark Lake campground offers four camping loops with a total of 48 campsites, paved access roads, pressurized water system, flush toilets and a trailer dump station. There are canoe access landings at the north end of Crooked Lake and Clark Lake to access paddling opportunities within the wilderness.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
The Clark Lake pavilion sits just outside the Sylvania Wilderness boundary at the north end of Clark Lake.  Clark Lake is a crystal clear lake with a natural sandy shoreline, providing excellent swimming and outdoor picnic opportunities just a short walk from the pavilion.  <br/><br/>

Sylvania Wilderness encompasses 18,327 acres of primitive lands and is part of the National Wilderness Preservation System.  With its untouched, virgin timber still standing tall, Sylvania looks and feels today like it did when it was first discovered.  Sylvania Wilderness welcomes the new and returning visitor with towering, ancient trees, the lonesome call of loons and soft pine needles underfoot.  A staggering 4,000 acres of this wilderness is covered by water.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The Wilderness Lakes Trails system encompasses 38 miles of bike and pedestrian trails that traverse Michigan and Wisconsin, as well as encircling Sylvania Wilderness.  This trail system provides a multitude of riding and pedestrian opportunities and has something for everyone.     

The Land O' Lakes cross country ski trails, adjacent to Sylvania Wilderness, offer approximately 6.5 miles of groomed ski trail.  Whether you are an expert skier, or a beginner, you're sure to find a favorite trail that lets you enjoy the great outdoors all winter long.   

The almost one million acres of the Ottawa National Forest are located in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The forest extends from the south shore of Lake Superior to the Wisconsin border. The area is rich in wildlife viewing opportunities; breathtaking views of rolling hills dotted with lakes, rivers and waterfalls; and spectacular fall colors.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellations</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.</li>
<li>If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, you forfeit the entire total paid. </li>
</ul>
<p><strong>No Show</strong></p>
<p>Staff will hold facility until check-in time on the arrival date.</p>

<p>For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the Recreaiton.gov <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">Rules and Reservations Policy page</a>.   </p>

**Recreation Fee**

$100.00 per day

**Reservation Fee**

  * $8.00 per reservation if made on-line
  * $9.00 per reservation if made through the call center

The reservation fee is non-refundable.

View of the inside of the Clark Lake pavilion with windows, bench, and picnic tables.

The covered area just outside the Clark Lake pavilion as you approach from the parking lot.

The covered area just outside the Clark Lake pavilion and the sidewalk approach from the parking lot.

Inside of the Clark Lake pavilion from the north end of the room.

Inside of Clark Lake pavilion showing room layout with benches and picnic tables.

Restrooms within the shower rooms at the Clark Lake pavilion.

Restroom stalls in Clark Lake pavilion shower rooms.

Covered area just outside the Clark Lake pavilion.

The covered area just outside the Clark Lake pavilion.

Parking area for the Clark Lake pavilion and day use area, from the western end of the parking area.

View of the parking area for the Clark Lake pavilion and day use area.

View of the outside of the Clark Lake pavilion and covered area.

Path to the Clark Lake pavilion from the parking area.

View of the accessible path down to the Clark Lake pavilion from the parking area.

Inside of the Clark Lake pavilion showing picnic tables, benches, and fireplace.

The Clark Lake pavilion as you approach from the parking lot.

Clark Lake pavilion and the sidewalk approach from the parking lot.

Inside of restroom in Clark Lake pavilion.

Inside restroom in Clark Lake pavilion showing stall, sink and mirror.

The fireplace in the Clark Lake pavilion.

General map of where things are located within the day use area.

Bulletin board with general map of the day use area.

Inside of Clark Lake pavilion showing room layout with fireplace, windows, benches, and picnic tables.

Inside of the Clark Lake pavilion from the south end of the room.

Inside of Clark Lake pavilion showing room layout with fireplace, benches, and picnic tables.

Inside restroom in Clark Lake pavilion showing changing table.

View of the parking area for the Clark Lake pavilion and day use area from the eastern end of the parking lot, as you enter the parking area.

View of the parking area for the Clark Lake pavilion and day use area as you drive in to the parking area.

Path from the parking lot to the Clark Lake pavilion.

Fee tube, bulletin board, and accessible path to the Clark Lake pavilion from the parking area.

The wing of the Clark Lake pavilion that houses the restrooms and shower rooms.

Outside of the Clark Lake pavilion, the wing that houses the restrooms and shower rooms..

Clark Lake Pavilion

Our facility is currently experiencing a temporary water outage. Please visit
our website or contact the facility for additional information.

<p>Our facility is currently experiencing a temporary water outage. Please visit our website or contact the facility for additional information.</p>

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to**first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to
your arrival** as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app</strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote  areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Henry Lake Camp

## Overview

**Planning a trip to the Lake Ottawa Campground? Watch for Alerts at the top
of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.**

Lake Ottawa Campground is in a beautiful forested northwoods setting located 5
miles southwest of Iron River, MI, on the Iron River Ranger District.

## Recreation

  * Located adjacent to the Campground is Lake Ottawa, a deep cold water lake that provides fishermen with a good variety of game fish. There is a boat ramp with ample parking for trailers. 
  * Ge-Che Trail - Length is approximately 9 miles on a dirt trail. This trail provides scenery of primarily hardwood forest. The trail can be accessed from Lake Ottawa boat landing, and from within the campground.
  * Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use area provides indoor facilities for a group picnic, and a large outdoor picnic area complete with picnic tables and grills. The area is large enough to provide plenty of space for all. Also located in the same area is an athletic field. The day use building provides indoor seating for eating or parties. The building has a fireplace, electricity, and flush toilets. 

## Facilities

Lake Ottawa Campground is 95% surrounded by National Forest System Land and
offers 32 campsites, a picnic shelter with two stone fireplaces and original
log picnic tables, and two log toilet buildings with flush toilets. A
pressurized water system and RV dump station are located in the campground.
Adjacent to the campground, in the day use area, is a CCC era recreation
building, with flush toilets, swimming beach, playing field, picnic areas and
boat launch.

## Nearby Attractions

  * Stateline-Mile Post Zero Trail - Scenery is hardwood, forested with two destination points on the Brule River. The trail is not a loop, it is a relatively flat dirt trail. The length of the trial is approximately 4/10 of a mile and takes you to the historic Stateline Mile Post Zero location indicating the border between Michgian and Wisconsin. 
  * The combination of topography and thousands of miles of rivers and streams have created hundreds of waterfalls throughout the Upper Peninsula, with several of the waterfalls located on the Ottawa. The Ottawa National Forest has 18 named waterfalls, 53,637 acres of lakes, 2,366 miles of perennial streams, 2,890 miles of intermittent (occasional) streams, and 210,761 acres of wetlands. The falls vary in size and some are easier to get to than others. For more information on the most visited waterfalls on and around the Ottawa National Forest, visit the Ottawa National Forest website waterfall page. 

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Planning a trip to the Lake Ottawa Campground? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.</strong></p>

<p>Lake Ottawa Campground is in a beautiful forested northwoods setting located 5 miles southwest of Iron River, MI, on the Iron River Ranger District. </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<ul>
<li>Located adjacent to the Campground is Lake Ottawa, a deep cold water lake that provides fishermen with a good variety of game fish. There is a boat ramp with ample parking for trailers. </li>
<li>Ge-Che Trail - Length is approximately 9 miles on a dirt trail. This trail provides scenery of primarily hardwood forest. The trail can be accessed from Lake Ottawa boat landing, and from within the campground.</li>
<li>Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use area provides indoor facilities for a group picnic, and a large outdoor picnic area complete with picnic tables and grills.  The area is large enough to provide plenty of space for all.  Also located in the same area is an athletic field.  The day use building provides indoor seating for eating or parties.  The building has a fireplace, electricity, and flush toilets. </li>
</ul>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Lake Ottawa Campground is 95% surrounded by National Forest System Land and offers 32 campsites, a picnic shelter with two stone fireplaces and original log picnic tables, and two log toilet buildings with flush toilets. A pressurized water system and RV dump station are located in the campground.  Adjacent to the campground, in the day use area, is a CCC era recreation building, with flush toilets, swimming beach, playing field, picnic areas and boat launch.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<ul>
<li>Stateline-Mile Post Zero Trail - Scenery is hardwood, forested with two destination points on the Brule River. The trail is not a loop, it is a relatively flat dirt trail. The length of the trial is approximately 4/10 of a mile and takes you to the historic Stateline Mile Post Zero location indicating the border between Michgian and Wisconsin. </li>
<li>The combination of topography and thousands of miles of rivers and streams have created hundreds of waterfalls throughout the Upper Peninsula, with several of the waterfalls located on the Ottawa. The Ottawa National Forest has 18 named waterfalls, 53,637 acres of lakes, 2,366 miles of perennial streams, 2,890 miles of intermittent (occasional) streams, and 210,761 acres of wetlands.  The falls vary in size and some are easier to get to than others.  For more information on the most visited waterfalls on and around the Ottawa National Forest, visit the <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/ottawa/recreation/?cid=fseprd546750" rel="nofollow">Ottawa National Forest website waterfall page</a>. </li>
</ul>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

There is a day use fee associated with day use area and boat landing from May
15 – October 15, of $5 per day per vehicle, or an annual pass for $30 per
vehicle. The annual pass covers Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, Black River
Harbor Recreation Area, Marion Lake boat landing, Bobcat Lake day use and boat
landing, Henry Lake, Pomeroy Lake, Norway Lake day use, Perch Lake, Lake Ste
Kathryn, and Courtney Lake day use and boat landing. Please plan accordingly
to ensure you can pay the daily fee at the self-registration fee tube. If you
would like to purchase an annual pass, they are available from the on-site
campground host. If you have additional questions, contact Camp Host, LLC at
906-661-8870.

Day use fees will not be charged to those who have already paid for a
campground campsite.

Lake Ottawa Campground entrance

Lake Ottawa Campground restroom building.

Lake Ottawa Campground restroom building

Lake Ottawa Campground picnic shelter with two stone fireplaces and original log picnic tables.

Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter and Accessible Parking Spot

Lake Ottawa Campground  offers a picnic shelter with two stone fireplaces and original log picnic tables.

Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter

Lake Ottawa boat landing

Front of Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building.

Front of Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building

Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building.

Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building

Lake Ottawa Campground RV dump station

Lake Ottawa Campground entrance bulletin board and driveway.  Self-register fee tube located here.

Lake Ottawa Campground entrance bulletin board and driveway

Inside of Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter

Lake Ottawa Campground campsite 10

Lake Ottawa Campground

**The Lake Ottawa Pavilion will be closed for the 2026 season due to
rehabilitation work needed to the interior and exterior of the building.**

Please check back for updates and the status of this facility. We are sorry
for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

<p><strong>The Lake Ottawa Pavilion will be closed for the 2026 season due to rehabilitation work needed to the interior and exterior of the building.</strong></p><p>Please check back for updates and the status of this facility. We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.</p>

## Overview

**Planning a trip to the Lake Ottawa Pavilion? Watch for Alerts at the top of
the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.**

The Lake Ottawa Pavilion, located within the Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, sits
in a beautiful north woods setting; along the shore of Lake Ottawa. The
Civilian Conservation Corps-era pavilion provides a large indoor gathering
area complete with picnic tables, limited seating and a fireplace.

## Recreation

Lake Ottawa is a clear lake with a natural sandy bottom, providing excellent
swimming opportunities. Just a short walk from the pavilion is the Lake Ottawa
campground and trailhead for the Ge Che hiking trail. The Ge Che trail
provides approximately nine miles of hiking opportunities; winding through the
campground, day use area and surrounding northern hardwood forest. Spend the
night in the Lake Ottawa campground. Choose from campsites located along the
lakeshore or those nestled in a forest setting. The boat landing has ample
parking and provides anglers with access to this fishery. Anglers enjoy
fishing for trout, bass, walleye, and pan-fish.

## Facilities

The Lake Ottawa pavilion offers an enclosed pavilion with a fireplace.
Surrounding the pavilion is a very large picnic area complete with water
bubblers, picnic tables and grills. The area also has a swimming beach and
athletic field for family fun. Co-located within the pavilion are flush
toilets and change rooms.

## Natural Features

Lake Ottawa is almost completely surrounded by National Forest System land,
providing a lovely view of the shoreline and forest.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

## Nearby Attractions

Lake Ottawa campground offers 32 campsites, paved access roads, pressurized
water system, flush toilets, a trailer dump station, and a picnic shelter with
two stone fireplaces and original log picnic tables which were constructed by
the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s. Each campsite has natural
vegetation providing some privacy from neighboring sites. Located in the
general area is Lake Ottawa, Brule Lake, Hagerman Lake, Brule River, Bass
Lake, and miles of hiking trails. Lake Ottawa is a deep cold water lake that
provides fishermen with a good variety of game fish. There is a boat landing
with ample parking to access Lake Ottawa. The Ge Che hiking and ski trail and
the Historic Mile Post Zero/Treaty Tree trail provide hiking opportunities
through northern hardwood forests. The almost one million acres of the Ottawa
National Forest are located in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The
forest extends from the south shore of Lake Superior to the Wisconsin border.
The area is rich in wildlife viewing opportunities; breathtaking views of
rolling hills dotted with lakes, rivers and waterfalls; and spectacular fall
colors.

## Charges & Cancellations

**Cancellations**

  * If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.
  * If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, you forfeit the entire total paid. 

**No Show**

Staff will hold facility until check-in time on the arrival date.

For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the
Recreaiton.gov Rules and Reservations Policy page.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Planning a trip to the Lake Ottawa Pavilion?  Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility. </strong> </p>
<p>The Lake Ottawa Pavilion, located within the Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, sits in a beautiful north woods setting; along the shore of Lake Ottawa.  The Civilian Conservation Corps-era pavilion provides a large indoor gathering area complete with picnic tables, limited seating and a fireplace.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Lake Ottawa is a clear lake with a natural sandy bottom, providing excellent swimming opportunities.  Just a short walk from the pavilion is the Lake Ottawa campground and trailhead for the Ge Che hiking trail.  The Ge Che trail provides approximately nine miles of hiking opportunities; winding through the campground, day use area and surrounding northern hardwood forest.  Spend the night in the Lake Ottawa campground.  Choose from campsites located along the lakeshore or those nestled in a forest setting.  The boat landing has ample parking and provides anglers with access to this fishery.  Anglers enjoy fishing for trout, bass, walleye, and pan-fish.<h2>Facilities</h2>
The Lake Ottawa pavilion offers an enclosed pavilion with a fireplace.  Surrounding the pavilion is a very large picnic area complete with water bubblers, picnic tables and grills.  The area also has a swimming beach and athletic field for family fun.  Co-located within the pavilion are flush toilets and change rooms.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Lake Ottawa is almost completely surrounded by National Forest System land, providing a lovely view of the shoreline and forest.</p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Lake Ottawa campground offers 32 campsites, paved access roads, pressurized water system, flush toilets, a trailer dump station, and a picnic shelter with two stone fireplaces and original log picnic tables which were constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s.  Each campsite has natural vegetation providing some privacy from neighboring sites.
  
Located in the general area is Lake Ottawa, Brule Lake, Hagerman Lake, Brule River, Bass Lake, and miles of hiking trails.  Lake Ottawa is a deep cold water lake that provides fishermen with a good variety of game fish.  There is a boat landing with ample parking to access Lake Ottawa.  

The Ge Che hiking and ski trail and the Historic Mile Post Zero/Treaty Tree trail provide hiking opportunities through northern hardwood forests.    

The almost one million acres of the Ottawa National Forest are located in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The forest extends from the south shore of Lake Superior to the Wisconsin border. The area is rich in wildlife viewing opportunities; breathtaking views of rolling hills dotted with lakes, rivers and waterfalls; and spectacular fall colors.<h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellations</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.</li>
<li>If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, you forfeit the entire total paid. </li>
</ul>

<p><strong>No Show</strong></p>
<p>Staff will hold facility until check-in time on the arrival date.</p>

<p>For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the Recreaiton.gov <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">Rules and Reservations Policy page</a>.   </p>

LAKE OTTAWA PAVILION

Inside of Lake Ottawa Pavilion

Lake Ottawa Pavilion

This launch is located 11 miles to the southeast of Marenisco, Mi., on the
Bessemer Ranger District.

<p>This launch is located 11 miles to the southeast of Marenisco, Mi., on the Bessemer Ranger District. </p>

Langford Lake Boat Launch

## Overview

The sparkling Marion Lake offers breathtaking and exciting camping for your
next family trip. Live it up on the water with your jet skis or wake board, or
tone down the pace with a full day of fishing. The Marion Lake Group Site is
an ideal way to spend time with friends and family for all the water
activities you can imagine. Marion Lake is in the Ottawa National Forest, a
protected area in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It stretches from
the Lake Superior shoreline to the Wisconsin border, and attracts deer and
many types of migrating birds.

## Recreation

A swim beach is adjacent to the group site.

## Facilities

A convenient path leads to the lake and boat launch. Water is not available
on-site, but is a short walk away.

## Natural Features

The campground is in a large, grassy field surrounded by hemlock and hardwood
trees with an opening to Marion Lake. The altitude is 1,627 feet, with lightly
rolling hills stretched between the many other lakes in the area.

## Nearby Attractions

Hiking enthusiasts will find scenic trails throughout the Sylvania Wilderness
area, a region to the west with old-growth forests and 34 named lakes. On the
way, stop by the Ottawa Visitor Center in Watersmeet for some interesting
exhibits.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

<h2>Overview</h2>
The sparkling Marion Lake offers breathtaking and exciting camping for your next family trip. Live it up on the water with your jet skis or wake board, or tone down the pace with a full day of fishing. The Marion Lake Group Site is an ideal way to spend time with friends and family for all the water activities you can imagine.  
 
Marion Lake is in the Ottawa National Forest, a protected area in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It stretches from the Lake Superior shoreline to the Wisconsin border, and attracts deer and many types of migrating birds.  <h2>Recreation</h2>
A swim beach is adjacent to the group site.<h2>Facilities</h2>
A convenient path leads to the lake and  boat launch. Water is not available on-site, but is a short walk away.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
The campground is in a large, grassy field surrounded by hemlock and hardwood trees with an opening to Marion Lake. The altitude is 1,627 feet, with lightly rolling hills stretched between the many other lakes in the area.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Hiking enthusiasts will find scenic trails throughout the Sylvania Wilderness area, a region to the west with old-growth forests and 34 named lakes. On the way, stop by the Ottawa Visitor Center in Watersmeet for some interesting exhibits.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

There is a day use fee associated with the boat landing from May 15 – October
15, of $5 per day per vehicle, or an annual pass for $30 per vehicle. The
annual pass covers Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, Black River Harbor Recreation
Area, Marion Lake boat landing, Bobcat Lake day use and boat landing, Henry
Lake, Pomeroy Lake, Norway Lake day use, Perch Lake, Lake Ste Kathryn, and
Courtney Lake day use and boat landing. Please plan accordingly to ensure you
can pay the daily fee at the self-registration fee tube. If you would like to
purchase an annual pass, they are available from the on-site campground host.
If you have additional questions, contact Camp Host, LLC at 906-661-8870.

Day use fees will not be charged to those who have already paid for a
campground campsite.

View of Marion Lake Campground Group Campsite

Marion Lake Campground Group Site

MARION LAKE GROUP SITE

MARION LAKE BEACH

Marion Lake Group Site

## Overview

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors
are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a
site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a
QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.

If this option is available, you will need to **first download the free
Recreation.gov mobile app****https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app****prior to
your arriva** l as some remote a reas have limited or no cellular service.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to <strong>first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app </strong></a><strong>prior to your arriva</strong>l as some remote a reas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Moosehead Lake Camp

## Overview

Perch Lake Campground is located 10 miles south of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger
District. This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can
accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. This location provides visitors
with excellent fishing, and a unique camping experience, with many of the
spacious sites having lake access.

## Recreation

Besides fishing, canoeing and kayaking is popular on this lake and an
excellent way to experience the beauty of this area.

## Facilities

This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate
tents, trailers and motor homes. Each site offers a wood table, fire ring, and
parking spur. Two sets of vault toilets, one accessible vault toilet and two
hand pumps for drinking water are found within the camping loop. There is a
boat ramp and parking area adjacent to the campground.

## Natural Features

Perch Lake is ideal for those that want to get out on the water under their
own power.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

## Nearby Attractions

Hannah-Web Lake and Winslow Lake are also located just minutes west of Perch
Lake.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Perch Lake Campground is located 10 miles south of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District.  This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. This location provides visitors with excellent fishing, and a unique camping experience, with many of the spacious sites having lake access.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Besides fishing, canoeing and kayaking is popular on this lake and an excellent way to experience the beauty of this area.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. Each site offers a wood table, fire ring, and parking spur. Two sets of vault toilets, one accessible vault toilet and two hand pumps for drinking water are found within the camping loop. There is a boat ramp and parking area adjacent to the campground.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Perch Lake is ideal for those that want to get out on the water under their own power.  </p>

<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p>Hannah-Web Lake and Winslow Lake are also located just minutes west of Perch Lake.</p>

There is a day use fee associated with the boat landing from May 15 October
15, of $5 per day per vehicle, or an annual pass for $30 per vehicle. The
annual pass covers Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, Black River Harbor Recreation
Area, Marion Lake boat landing, Bobcat Lake day use and boat landing, Henry
Lake, Pomeroy Lake, Norway Lake day use, Perch Lake, Lake Ste Kathryn, and
Courtney Lake day use and boat landing. Please plan accordingly to ensure you
can pay the daily fee at the self-registration fee tube. If you would like to
purchase an annual pass, they are available from the on-site campground host.
If you have additional questions, contact Camp Host, LLC at 906-661-8870.

A photo of entrance sign to Perch Lake Campground

A photo of vault toilet facility Perch Lake Campground

A photo of entrance kiosk at Perch Lake Campground

A photo of boat launch facility at Perch Lake Campground

A photo of water hand pump facility Perch Lake Campground

Perch Lake Campground

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature.</p>

<p>If this option is available, you will need to<strong> first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app </strong><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app </strong></a><strong> prior to your arrival </strong>as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.</p>

Pomeroy Lake Camp

## Overview

Sylvania (Clark Lake) Campground is located seven miles southwest of
Watersmeet, Michigan, adjacent to the 18,327 acre Sylvania Wilderness Area.
This 48-site campground provides a home base for visitors who venture into the
wilderness on day outings. Also a great camping area in general or overnight
camping just 5 minutes off Highway U.S. 2. Some electrical sites available,
pressurized toilet facilities and an RV Dump and Water Station. Some sites are
reservable but there are always sites available on a first come first serve
basis as well!

## Recreation

Sylvania's abundant lakes provide plentiful non-motorized boating, canoeing,
kayaking and fishing opportunities. Other popular activities include hiking
and viewing wildlife.

## Facilities

This campground consists of four camping loops with a total of 48 campsites
and provides drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor
homes. All sites are spaced with natural vegetation for screening. Each
campsite offers a wood table, fire ring, lantern post and parking spur.
Drinking water is provided by faucets in loops 2, 3, and 4, while two flush
toilet facilities and one accessible vault toilet are evenly spaced throughout
the campground. Also located adjacent to the campground is a day use facility
that has a picnic area, canoe access landings, trailheads and a swimming
beach. Located adjacent to the campground is a water and sewage dump station
for RV's. Some sites are reservable on Recreation.gov but other sites are on a
first come, first serve basis and typically there is always a site available.

## Natural Features

The old-growth forests and pristine lakes in the region provide habitat for a
wide range of animal and plant life, including rare orchids, bald eagles,
loons and osprey. The wilderness contains 34 named lakes, some with sandy
beaches and others surrounded by record-size red and white pines.  
  
The Ottawa National Forest is comprised of nearly one million acres and is
located in the western reaches of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The forest's
rolling, forest covered hills extend from the south shore of Lake Superior to
the Wisconsin border. Lakes, rivers and waterfalls are found throughout this
beautiful landscape.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.

## Nearby Attractions

Bond Falls located about 20 minutes North East. Porcupine Mountains located
about 1 hour North West. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore located about 2
hours North East. Keweenaw Peninsula is located about 1.5 hours North.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Sylvania (Clark Lake) Campground is located seven miles southwest of Watersmeet, Michigan, adjacent to the 18,327 acre Sylvania Wilderness Area. This 48-site campground provides a home base for visitors who venture into the wilderness on day outings.  Also a great camping area in general or overnight camping just 5 minutes off Highway U.S. 2.  Some electrical sites available, pressurized toilet facilities and an RV Dump and Water Station.  Some sites are reservable but there are always sites available on a first come first serve basis as well!</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
Sylvania's abundant lakes provide plentiful non-motorized boating, canoeing, kayaking and fishing opportunities. Other popular activities include hiking and viewing wildlife.<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>This campground consists of four camping loops with a total of 48 campsites and provides drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. All sites are spaced with natural vegetation for screening. Each campsite offers a wood table, fire ring, lantern post and parking spur. Drinking water is provided by faucets in loops 2, 3, and 4, while two flush toilet facilities and one accessible vault toilet are evenly spaced throughout the campground. Also located adjacent to the campground is a day use facility that has a picnic area, canoe access landings, trailheads and a swimming beach. Located adjacent to the campground is a water and sewage dump station for RV's. Some sites are reservable on Recreation.gov but other sites are on a first come, first serve basis and typically there is always a site available.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
The old-growth forests and pristine lakes in the region provide habitat for a wide range of animal and plant life, including rare orchids, bald eagles, loons and osprey. The wilderness contains 34 named lakes, some with sandy beaches and others surrounded by record-size red and white pines. <br/><br/>

The Ottawa National Forest is comprised of nearly one million acres and is located in the western reaches of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The forest's rolling, forest covered hills extend from the south shore of Lake Superior to the Wisconsin border. Lakes, rivers and waterfalls are found throughout this beautiful landscape.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Bond Falls located about 20 minutes North East.  Porcupine Mountains located about 1 hour North West.  Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore located about 2 hours North East.  Keweenaw Peninsula is located about 1.5 hours North.

No daily fee is required unless you leave the campground and park, launch, or
use facilities at the Clark Lake Beach and Picnic Area, Clark Lake Canoe
Launch, or Crooked Lake Canoe Launch. Use of these locations requires a daily
$5.00 per vehicle fee, or a season pass for $30 per vehicle.

Sylvania (Clark Lake) Campground

Map of campground

Boat Wash/Dumpster

Restrooms

A photo of facility Sylvania (Clark Lake) Campground 
loop 1 restroom

Spigot/Restrooms

Campground Map

Fee Station

Wilderness/Rec Area Map

Water Spigot

## Overview

**Planning a trip to the Sylvania Wilderness? Watch for Alerts at the top of
the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.**

Encompassing one of the largest tracts of remaining old growth forest in the
Midwest, the Sylvania Wilderness encompasses 18,327 acres and is part of the
National Wilderness Preservation System. 34 named lakes are within its
boundary. Recreation opportunities include canoeing on Sylvania's undeveloped
lakes, hiking through its old growth forest, and camping at one of its 50
designated backcountry campsites.

Special rules and regulations are in place to protect the wilderness
characteristics of Sylvania. If you are planning a trip, be sure to watch the
Sylvania Wilderness Orientation Video and read the "Need to Know" tab on this
web page to plan ahead and prepare.

## Recreation

Canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and backcountry camping are the most
popular activities. Campsites are scattered along 8 lakes within the
wilderness. There a nearly 30 miles of hiking and portage trails. 18 lakes
have maintained portage trails leading to them.

Special Fishing Regulations apply

## Facilities

  * The Sylvania Wilderness has 50 primitive individual backcountry campsites. Campsites are accessible by paddling or hiking and are not accessible by vehicles. No more than 6 people are allowed per campsite.

  * Each is marked with a post along the shoreline, has a metal campfire ring, a wilderness style latrine, and most only have room for 2-3 tents.

  * Campsites are located approximately 200 ft. from the shoreline.

  * All sites are accessible from the water, but only some have maintained hiking trails that lead to them. Make sure to check the Sylvania Wilderness Map to see which sites are located along hiking trails before planning to hike to your campsite.

## Natural Features

Located along the watershed divide between Lake Superior and the Mississippi
River, old-growth northern-hardwood forest and undeveloped lakes are the
primary features of the Wilderness. They provide habitat for a wide range of
animal and plant life, including rare orchids, bald eagles, loons, and osprey.
The wilderness contains 34 named lakes, some with sandy beaches and others
surrounded by record-size red and white pines. Several lakes support unique
fisheries.

## Nearby Attractions

Ottawa National Forest

Clark Lake Pavilion

## Charges & Cancellations

**Cancellations**

  * If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.
  * If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus $10 cancellation fee, reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center), and first night’s use fee will be refunded.
  * The reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) is non-refundable.

**No Show**

Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the
arrival date.

For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the
Recreaiton.gov Rules and Reservations Policy page.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p><strong>Planning a trip to the Sylvania Wilderness? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility. </strong> </p><p>Encompassing one of the largest tracts of remaining old growth forest in the Midwest, the Sylvania Wilderness encompasses 18,327 acres and is part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. 34 named lakes are within its boundary. Recreation opportunities include canoeing on Sylvania's undeveloped lakes, hiking through its old growth forest, and camping at one of its 50 designated backcountry campsites.</p><p>Special rules and regulations are in place to protect the wilderness characteristics of Sylvania. If you are planning a trip, be sure to watch the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OttawaNF/videos/595373854447261/" rel="nofollow">Sylvania Wilderness Orientation Video</a> and read the "Need to Know" tab on this web page to plan ahead and prepare.</p><h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and backcountry camping are the most popular activities. Campsites are scattered along 8 lakes within the wilderness. There a nearly 30 miles of hiking and portage trails. 18 lakes have maintained portage trails leading to them.</p><p><a href="https://usfs-public.app.box.com/s/hdr0iv8sf5lgzu6ujk04hz96jojfqyam" rel="nofollow">Special Fishing Regulations</a> apply</p><h2>Facilities</h2>
<ul><li><p>The Sylvania Wilderness has 50 primitive individual backcountry campsites. Campsites are accessible by paddling or hiking and are not accessible by vehicles. No more than 6 people are allowed per campsite.</p></li><li><p>Each is marked with a post along the shoreline, has a metal campfire ring, a wilderness style latrine, and most only have room for 2-3 tents.</p></li><li><p>Campsites are located approximately 200 ft. from the shoreline.</p></li><li><p>All sites are accessible from the water, but only some have maintained hiking trails that lead to them. Make sure to check the <a href="https://usfs-public.app.box.com/s/507chy6ghiqsniag14sbmdv6b7kf4fdt" rel="nofollow">Sylvania Wilderness Map</a> to see which sites are located along hiking trails before planning to hike to your campsite.</p></li></ul><h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Located along the watershed divide between Lake Superior and the Mississippi River, old-growth northern-hardwood forest and undeveloped lakes are the primary features of the Wilderness. They provide habitat for a wide range of animal and plant life, including rare orchids, bald eagles, loons, and osprey. The wilderness contains 34 named lakes, some with sandy beaches and others surrounded by record-size red and white pines. Several lakes support unique fisheries.</p>
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
<p><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/gateways/1083" rel="nofollow">Ottawa National Forest</a></p><p><a href="https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273345" rel="nofollow">Clark Lake Pavilion</a></p><h2>Charges & Cancellations</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellations</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>If you cancel reservation at least 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus a $10 cancellation fee and the reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) will be refunded.</li>
<li>If you cancel reservation less than 14 days prior to check in date, all recreation fees, minus $10 cancellation fee, reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center), and first night’s use fee will be refunded.</li>
<li>The reservation fee ($8 if made online or $9 if made through the call center) is non-refundable.</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>No Show</strong></p>
<p>Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. </p>

<p>For more information about rules and reservation policies, visit the Recreaiton.gov <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/rules-reservation-policies" rel="nofollow">Rules and Reservations Policy page</a>.  </p>

**Camping Fee**

Reserving Sylvania Wilderness Backcountry Campsite Permits are $15 per night.
No pass discounts apply to backcountry camping permits, they are classified as
a 'Special Recreation Permit.' Passports and Interagency Pass fee discounts do
not apply to Special Recreation Permit sites per FSH 2309.13.

Sylvania Wilderness Backcountry Campsite reservation holders **do not** have
to pay a day use fee to park at Clark Lake or Crooked Lake Boat Landings to
access backcountry campsites. _Use of the Clark Lake Day Use area is not
included in the backcountry permit fee and does require a daily $5.00 per
vehicle fee, or a season pass for $30 per vehicle._

**Pass Discounts**

**No pass discounts apply to backcountry camping permits, they are classified
as a 'Special Recreation Permit.' Passports and Interagency Pass fee discounts
do not apply to Special Recreation Permit sites per FSH 2309.13.**

**Reservation Fee**

  * $8.00 per reservation if made online (recreation.gov)

  * $9.00 per reservation if made through the call center

 _The reservation fee is non-refundable._

The front of a canoe rests on the shore of a small lake surrounded by green trees.

The front of a canoe rests on the shore of a small lake surrounded by green trees

Sylvania Entrance Station

SYLVANIA WILDERNESS TRAILHEAD

SYLVANIA WILDERNESS BACKCOUNTRY CAMPING

SYLVANIA WILDERNESS BACKCOUNTRY CAMPSITE

SYLVANIA WILDERNESS

SYLVANIA WILDERNESS BACKCOUNTRY

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The shore of a lake with trees and a campsite marker post in the distance.

A window is open on a log entrance station building with a staff member inside ready to greet visitors.

A campsite with a firegrate surrounded by trees with water visible beyond the trees.

Calm water reflects trees along the shoreline of a lake with a beautiful blue sky overhead.

The front of a canoe surrounded by a blue lake with another canoe in the distance.

A forest in colorful autumn foliage with a lake visible through the trees.

A green canoe rests on a sandy beach. Blue water and a wooded shoreline beginning to show fall color are in the distance.

A campsite landing with marker post above water surrounded by trees.

A hiking trail lined with green bushes and trees branching overhead.

Sylvania Wilderness Backcountry Camping

The Sylvania Entrance Station is currently open 9am – 5pm Tuesday through
Sunday. Staff will be available to issue wilderness permits, show the
wilderness orientation video, and provide information. If you are arriving
outside of staffed hours, self-register at the kiosk outside of the Entrance
Station.

<p>The Sylvania Entrance Station is currently open 9am – 5pm Tuesday through Sunday. Staff will be available to issue wilderness permits, show the wilderness orientation video, and provide information. If you are arriving outside of staffed hours, self-register at the kiosk outside of the Entrance Station.</p>

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