Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground and Canoe Camp

LAT 44.606516057 LONG -84.465937613600005

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(41) $20

This rustic campground is located along the south branch of the Au Sable River. The campground offers excellent opportunities for paddle sports, hiking and fishing. Located in Crawford County, 14 miles southeast of Grayling.

This campground is managed by North Higgins Lake State Park.

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This rustic campground is located along the south branch of the Au Sable River. The campground offers excellent opportunities for paddle sports, hiking and fishing. The Mason Tract Pathway is accessible from the campground.

There are 41 sites for tent and small trailer use. There are four walk-in sites that require a short hike or can be accessed by canoe. 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 14 miles southeast of Grayling via M-72 and Canoe Harbor Road.Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Trails

Mason Tract Pathway
Trail Length: 8.70 (Miles)

Activities (Display as List)

Cross-Country Skiing Item is accessible.
Cross-Country Skiing: The campground is connected to the Mason Tract Pathway which offers 8.5 miles of rolling trail for cross-country skiers to enjoy.
Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Brown, brook and rainbow trout are caught in the south branch of the Au Sable River.
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.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore the Au Sable River from the campground. There is carry-in access within the campground.

Facilities (Display as List)

Paddle-in Campsite Item is accessible.
Paddle-in Campsite: There are 4 campsites accessible from the Au Sable River.
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 along the Au Sable River. Please be mindful of high-water safety.