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Camping for boating and paddling in Michigan
134 camps in Michigan that list boating and paddling or mention it in their description. The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 79°F and lows near 55°F.
Best areas for boating and paddling
- Around Munising45 camps for boating and paddling within 25 miles
- Around White Cloud16 camps for boating and paddling within 25 miles
- Around Watersmeet15 camps for boating and paddling within 25 miles
- Around Sand Lake12 camps for boating and paddling within 25 miles
- Around Mesick7 camps for boating and paddling within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Michigan are good for boating and paddling?
134 camps that list boating and paddling or mention it in their description; 21 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 79°F and lows near 55°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 60% also offer fishing, 46% also offer hiking, 43% also offer swimming.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open boating & paddling in MichiganThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
Sylvania Wilderness Backcountry CampingFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalPlanning a trip to the Sylvania Wilderness? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.
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Gooseneck Lake CampsitesFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Triangle Lake CampsitesFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Lake Nineteen CampsiteFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Rollways CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalRollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds established in Huron National…
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Ironjaw Lake CampsiteFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Seaton Creek CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalSeaton Creek Campground adjoins Seaton Creek and is at the upper end of the backwater of Hodenpyl Dam Pond on the Big Manistee River. The forest surrounding the campground is mostly pine…
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Little Bass Lake CampsitesFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Free camps for boating and paddling
- Bowman Lake AreaFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
This area not only has the Pere Marquette River running through it, but also contains a portion of the North Country National Scenic Trail and habitat for the federally endangered Karner…
View camp → - Island Lake CampgroundDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Island Lake is a 32.5 acre lake where the family camper can enjoy canoeing, fishing, hiking, and camping. Located "off the beaten path," this area receives lighter visitor use than some…
View camp → - Lake Nineteen CampsitesDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
The campsite on the eastern shore of Lake Nineteen can only be accessed by boat, or by foot or horseback from the Pine Marten Run Trail. Like its neighbor Ironjaw Lake to the west, is also…
View camp → - Indian River CampgroundDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
The Indian River Campground is situated on a bluff overlooking the Indian River. There is a short trail leading down to the river. The campground is near the halfway point on the Indian…
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