Black Lake (Lower) State Forest Campground
About this site
On the northern shores of Michigan's seventh-largest inland lake, Black Lake (Lower) State Forest Campground offers 17 sites for tents and trailers. Surrounded by rolling hills and hardwood forests, the shallow lake is ideal for paddling and fishing, including Northern pike and muskellunge. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water. This popular campground fills up quickly in the summer, especially on weekends. The Black Mountain Pathway is located about one-third mile east of the campground. While ORVs must remain on trailers within the rustic campground, ORVs are permitted to operate between the Black Lake (Upper) State Forest Campground and nearby trails. The campground is located 11 miles north of Onaway via M-211, County Road 489, Black Mt. Road and Doriva Beach Road. Additional Info: Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations. Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. One camping unit and six people are allowed per site. A picnic area is centrally located in the campground and includes picnic tables and three charcoal grills.
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
Amenities
- Toilets
- Clean Water
Contact
Location
45.489843, -84.264862
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