Big Bear Lake State Forest Campground

LAT 44.9445016843 LONG -84.380201262699998

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(31) $20

The campground sits on the north shore of Big Bear Lake surrounded by evergreens. It is located in Otsego County, 1.5 miles southwest of Vienna Corners via Principal Meridian and Little Bear Lake roads.

The campground is managed by Otsego Lake State Park.

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This beautiful, rustic campground sits on the north shore of Big Bear Lake surrounded by proud evergreens. Visitors enjoy the lake, its sandy shoreline, hiking and mountain biking on Big Bear Lake Pathway. The busy campground fills up often throughout the summer.

There are 31 sites for tent and small trailer use. 11 sites can accommodate 30’ trailers/vehicles. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is located 1.5 miles southwest of Vienna Corners via Principal Meridian Road and Little Bear Lake Road. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Trails

Big Bear Lake Pathway
Trail Length: 2.20 (Miles)

Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Panfish, pike and musky are caught in Big Bear Lake.
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking
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.
Mountain Biking Item is accessible.
Mountain Biking

Facilities (Display as List)

Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: A boat launch to Big Bear Lake is located 1 mile south at Big Bear Point State Forest Campground.
Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area
Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: This rustic campground is located on Big Bear Lake.