Carp River Campground

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Hiawatha National Forest

Dispersed camping area · USDA Forest Service · Hiawatha National Forest Fees: Check in time is anytime after 2 pm. Early arrivals will be charged for the previous day. Season: First come, first serve, May 17; Reservations open May 23 to September 14 Status: closed Reservations: You can reserve some campsites for Carp River Campground on the National Recreation Reservation System (NRRS). To check availability or to make a reservation go to: - Recreation.gov - Call… Overview Nestled in a quiet, rustic setting adjacent to the Carp Wild and Scenic River, Carp River Campground is an ideal place to get away and enjoy the outdoors. The surrounding Hiawatha National Forest provides visitors with countless recreational activities, and the scenery provides a beautiful backdrop for a traditional camping experience. Recreation Divided into two major blocks of land and five districts, the forest is home to Grand Island National Recreation Area, Whitefish Scenic Byway, six lighthouses, five Wildernesses and Clear Lake Education Center. In addition to recreation opportunities, visitors will find a wide array of habitats, including trees like northern hardwoods, jackpine and other conifers, and a variety of inland wetland habitats. Fishing is a popular activity in the campground area, and brook, brown and rainbow trout can all be spotted in the Carp River.… Getting there: 4664 Mackinac Trail, St Ignace Michigan 49781 From the intersection of US-2 and I-75, drive north on I-75 to exit 352. Turn right on County Road 123, then turn left on Mackinac Trail/Highway 63. Drive north approximately five miles, turn left onto FR 3445 and drive a quarter mile to the campground. Phone: 906-203-9872 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234083 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: CARP RIVER CAMPGROUND