Mud Lake State Forest Campground

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This secluded, rustic campground sits along the northeast shore of Mud Lake. It is located in Clare County, 11 miles east of Evart.

This campground is managed by Wilson State Park.

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This secluded, rustic campground is on the peaceful shores of Mud Lake offers excellent paddling, fishing and hiking. A carry-in boat launch, on the south side of the campground provides easy access to the lake. The campground has eight large, flat campsites situated in a loop. Most sites can accommodate a 30-foot trailer and site #7 is a pull-through site. Direct access to the Green Pine Lake Pathway is on the east side of the campground.

The campground is located in Clare County, 11 miles east of Evart via US-10, M-66, 7 Mile Road and Brown Road. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. Sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Pan fish and bass can be found in Mud Lake. A nearby fishing location is Big Lake, 9 miles southwest.
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.
Mountain Biking Item is accessible.
Mountain Biking
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore Mud Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 25 yards from the parking area.
Snowshoeing Item is accessible.
Snowshoeing
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: An undeveloped boat launch is located at the south end of the campground.
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 Mud Lake.