Little Lake State Forest Campground

LAT 46.281858003799996 LONG -87.333889030899996

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(16) $20

Situated on the shore of Little Lake, this rustic campground offers great opportunities for paddle sports and fishing. Located in Marquette County, 5 miles east of Gwinn.

This campground is managed by Escanaba Field Office.

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This rustic campground is situated on the east side of Little Lake and is shaded by upland hardwoods and lowland conifers. There is a small beach area centrally located in the campground. Little Lake offers opportunities for fishing and paddling.

There are 16 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use. Campsites 6, 8, and 12 are pull through sites suitable for large trailers. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. This is a “carry-in, carry-out” unit. Trash barrels are not provided. Please help keep the campground clean and take camping refuse to dumpsters located at the Gwinn Field Office. The campground is located 5 miles east of Gwinn via M-35 South and Little 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: Walleye and panfish are caught in Little Lake. Nearby fishing opportunities include Bass Lake (4 miles southwest) and Wilson Lake (3.5 miles north).
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: G Route North ORV Trail is 5 miles west of the campground.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore Little Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 20 yards from the parking area.
Snowmobiling Item is accessible.
Snowmobiling
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 boat launch is located on Little Lake.
Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site: Potable water is available via a well-hand pump.
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: This rustic campground is located on Little Lake.