South Manistique Lake State Forest Campground

LAT 46.175782919100001 LONG -85.791389749000004

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(30) $20

Situated on the shore of South Manistique Lake, this rustic campground offers great opportunities for paddle sports and fishing. Located in Mackinac County, 5.5 miles southwest of Curtis.

This campground is managed by Tahquamenon Falls State Park.

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This rustic campground is on the shore of South Manistique Lake. The lake offers excellent paddling and fishing opportunities. The lake is well known for excellent walleye, crappie and bluegill fishing but many species of fish are caught from the lake. Carry-in access for canoes and kayaks is at the boat launch on the south side of the campground. Some campsites have direct water access via a narrow footpath.

There are 30 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use. Site #27 is a pull-through campsite. 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 5.5 miles southwest of Curtis via South Curtis Road, Long Pointe Road, Sherman Road and Randall 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, crappie and bluegills are caught in South Manistique Lake. Other neaby fishing opportunities include Manistique Lake (five miles north) and North Manistique Lake (12 miles north).
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore South Manistique Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 25 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)

Boat Launch Item is accessible.
Boat Launch: A boat launch is in the campground and is located on South Manistique 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 South Manistique Lake.