Anderson Lake West State Forest Campground

LAT 46.2231320844 LONG -87.494549087600006

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(13) $20

Situated on the shore of Anderson Lake, this secluded campground is shaded by large white pines. Located in Marquette County, 5 miles southwest of Gwinn.

This campground is managed by the Escanaba Field Office.

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This secluded, rustic campground is shaded by large white pines near Anderson Lake. The lake offers excellent opportunities for fishing and paddling. The Anderson Lake Pathway trailhead is located within the campground and offers 6 miles of looped trails open to cross-country skiing, hiking and biking.

There are 13 sites for tent, small trailer and large 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 5 miles southwest of Gwinn via County Road 577. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Trails

Anderson Lake Pathway
Trail Length: 6.00 (Miles)

Activities (Display as List)

Cross-Country Skiing Item is accessible.
Cross-Country Skiing
Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Panfish and pike are caught in Anderson Lake. A nearby fishing opportunity is the Escanaba River (4 miles east).
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking: The trailhead of the Anderson Lake Pathway is within the campground and provides access to 6 miles of rolling terrain for non-motorized use.
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
ORV Trails/Routes Item is accessible.
ORV Trails/Routes: Bass Lake Motorcycle Trail, located 8 miles northwest, offers 26 miles of motorcycle trail.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore Anderson Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 50 yards from the parking area.
Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
Winter Camping Item is accessible.
Winter Camping: This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.

Facilities (Display as List)

Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: A small, gravel boat launch is located on Anderson Lake.
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 Anderson Lake.