Island Lake

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Hiawatha National Forest

Dispersed camping area · USDA Forest Service · Hiawatha National Forest Fees: Standard Non Electric Site Fee $22. Double Family Site, 2 camp units, per night $44 Group site $50 Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted. Season: May 15 to September 7 Status: closed Reservations: Some of the sites at Island Lake are reservable. Reservations for all of our campgrounds are made on our national recreation reservation system. To check availability of National Forest Campsites or… Overview Island Lake Campground is a small and quiet campground nestled in a mostly pine forest. Island Lake offers great fishing for anglers with small boats or canoes. Recreation Island Lake offers excellent fishing and canoeing or kayaking. Anglers fish for largemouth bass, blue gill and perch. The campground offers fishing from shore. Island Lake Campground features a boat slip for small carry-in boats or canoes. Other popular activities include hiking, biking and ATV trails. Facilities This small campground offers a group site and single-family sites that can be doubled-up to occupy two families. Note: Each family has to pay a site fee if doubled up on one site. Natural Features Although there are a few mixed hardwood trees in the area, this campground is favored by those individuals who like to camp in a classic pine forest setting. Nearby Attractions There are many… Getting there: From the intersection of M-28 and Forest Highway 13, just a couple miles east of Munising, drive south 8.8 miles to FR 2268, or Buckhorn Road. Turn right (southwest) on FR 2268 and drive 2.2 miles on FR 2268 and FR 2254 to FR 2557. Turn left (south) on FR 2557 and drive 0.8 mile to Island Lake Campground. Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251536 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS - Hiawatha National Forest