Perch Lake State Forest Campground

LAT 46.630382 LONG -85.603249

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(32) $20

Situated on the shore of Perch Lake, this rustic campground offers great opportunities for paddlesports and fishing. Located in Luce County, 23 miles northwest of Newberry.

This campground is managed by Muskallonge Lake State Park.

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This rustic campground is on the shore of Perch Lake and offers great opportunities for fishing and paddlesports. Kayaks and canoes can be launched from the boat launch on the south side of the campground or carried down a set of stairs centrally located in the campground. This campground offers a boat launch complete with a skid pier. The boat launch can be accessed off County Road 410 or through the main entrance of the campground off County Road 407.

There are 32 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use. Site #12 and #14 are walk-up sites, suitable only for tents. 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 23 miles northwest of Newberry via M-123 and County Road 407.Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Perch, pike, largemouth bass and panfish can be caught in Perch Lake. Nearby fishing opportunities include the Two Hearted River (2 miles south) and Muskallonge Lake (4 miles northwest).
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: The Pine Ridge trail (1.5 miles south) and Two Heart trail (7 miles northeast) are accessible from the campground via county roads.
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore the Perch Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located at the southeast side of the campground at the boat launch, or down a set of stairs which are centrally located in the campground.
Snowmobiling Item is accessible.
Snowmobiling: Trail #8 is accessible from the campground via county roads.
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 Perch 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 Perch Lake.