Big Knob State Forest Campground

LAT 46.039401230599999 LONG -85.593728230500005

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(23) $20

Situated on the shore of Lake Michigan, this rustic campground offers great opportunities for hiking and beach access. Located in Mackinac County, 13.5 miles southwest of Naubinway.

This campground is managed by the Newberry Field Office.

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This rustic campground is located on the shore of Lake Michigan. Conveniently located off of US-2 West, you’ll travel down Big Knob Road for six miles before dead-ending at the campground. Sand dunes, beach access and hiking pathways offer excellent outdoor recreation opportunities. Some campsites have direct access to the beach via a narrow footpath. The Marsh Lake Pathway is accessible directly from the campground. The Pine Knob and Crow Lake Pathways are nearby and be accessed from Big Knob Road.

There are 23 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use. Site #22 is a pull-through site. 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 13.5 miles southwest of Naubinway via US-2 West and Big Knob Road.Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Trails

Big Knob/ Crow Lake Pathway
Trail Length: 0.25 (Miles)
Marsh Lake Pathway
Trail Length: 1.50 (Miles)

Activities (Display as List)

Dog Sledding Item is accessible.
Dog Sledding
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 Lake Michigan from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 200 feet from the parking area.
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)

Picnic Area Item is accessible.
Picnic Area: A small picnic area is located on the east side of the campground near the day-use parking area. There is one picnic table available.
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 Michigan.