Ossineke State Forest Campground

LAT 44.920648428900002 LONG -83.412746197999994

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(42) $20

Situated on the shore of Lake Huron, this rustic campground offers a beautiful beach and picnic area. Located in Alpena County, one mile east of Ossineke.

This campground is managed by Hoeft State Park.

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This rustic campground is in the depths of a beautiful cedar forest, resting on the shores of Lake Huron. The campsites are generously spaced apart. The campground has a campground host present all season long. Facilities include a day-use area with picnic tables and grills, sandy beaches and a boardwalk out to Lake Huron.

There are 42 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 one mile east of Ossineke via US-23 S and Ossineke Road. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Trails

Ossineke Pathway
Trail Length: 0.90 (Miles)

Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Devils River is just north of the campground and is a popular fishing destination. Rainbow trout, smallmouth bass and chinook salmon are caught there.
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: Devils Lake ORV trail is five miles northwest of the campground.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore Lake Huron from the campground. Carry-in access is located at the day-use area or from any campsite with direct beach access.
Snowmobiling Item is accessible.
Snowmobiling: Devils Lake trail is five miles northwest of 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.

Facilities (Display as List)

Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: The Devil’s River boat launch is located to the north of the campground, less than a mile from the entrance.
Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area: A picnic area is centrally located in the campground and includes four picnic tables and three charcoal grills.
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 Lake Huron.