Muskrat Lake State Forest Campground

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(13) $20

Situated on the shore of Muskrat Lake, this small, secluded rustic campground offers great opportunities for paddle sports and fishing. Located in Oscoda County, 12 miles northwest of Mio.

This campground is managed by Rifle River Recreation Area.

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This secluded rustic campground is nestled on Muskrat Lake, a shallow, warm-water lake with excellent opportunities for paddling and fishing. There are 13 sites for tent and small trailer use. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is located 12 miles northwest of Mio via M-33 North, West Miller Road, Richardson Road and Muskrat Lake Road. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Bass, blue gill and pike can be caught in Muskrat Lake. Nearby fishing opportunities include the Au Sable River (six miles south) and East Branch Big Creek (five miles northwest).
Hunting Item is accessible.
Hunting: This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling. Learn more about hunting.
ORV Trails/Routes Item is accessible.
ORV Trails/Routes: This campground is the trail-head with direct access to the Mio Trail which offers 25 miles of cycle and ATV trail along with 12 miles full-sized vehicle route. It also connects to the Hunt Creek Loop of the Hunt Creek ATV Trail (six miles northeast). ORV’s may be ridden within campground when accessing the trails.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore Muskrat Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is centrally located in the campground.
Snowmobiling Item is accessible.
Snowmobiling: Muskrat Lake Snowmobile Trail is accessible from the campground.
Winter Camping Item is accessible.
Winter Camping: This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.

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Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: This rustic campground is located on Muskrat Lake.