Campground Details - COUNCIL LAKE DISPERSED CAMPSITE, MI - ReserveAmerica

Overview

Council Lake Dispersed Campsite sits on the shores of Council Lake in the center of the Hiawatha National Forest.

Its location amid a series of forested lakes provides ample opportunity for visitors to enjoy nature in the scenic surroundings.

Natural Features:

The small campground is nestled in a mixed stand of hardwood trees and pines. It is on the southern shores of Council Lake, close to adjoining Red Jack and Scout lakes.

Recreation:

Council Lake is a 14-acre lake with yellow perch, rock and largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, bullhead and northern pike. Licenses are required to fish in Michigan waters.

Non-motorized boats can be used on the lake, however access at the campground is by hand only. A boat ramp can be found at adjoining Red Jack Lake. Canoeing and kayaking are also popular among visitors to the tranquil campsite.

Facilities:

There are four primitive campsites at Council Lake for tent and small RV camping. Each campsite is equipped with a table and a campfire ring. A pit toilet is located near one of the sites, but toilet paper is not provided.

The day-use area is equipped with tables and a campfire ring with a grill. The area is near a beach that is perfect for lounging and swimming. No drinking water is provided at the campsite; water must be brought in and garbage must be carried out.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Beach Campfire Rings Lake Pit Toilets	Swimming Tables Water Access
Less Than 1 Mile
Boat Ramp
Greater Than 1 Mile
Bait Shop Biking Boat Rentals Drinking Water Fishing Pier Fuel Available	General Store Grocery Store Lodging Pay Phone Picnic Area Trailheads

Know Before You Go

No drinking water is provided at the campsite
Off-road vehicle use is prohibited at the campsite and in the surrounding areas
Do not bring firewood into the area; use only dead and downed firewood for campfires

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
46.40917, -86.64917
46°24'33"N, 86°38'57"W

From Munising, Michigan, take Highway 28 east towards Shingleton. Turn south on Highway 13 at Wetmore. After 10 miles turn right onto Forest Service Road 2261. Continue until the road ends at Council Lake.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

COUNCIL LAKE DISPERSED CAMPSITE
USFS, Munising Ranger District, 400 E Munising Ave
Munising MI 49862

Phone Number:

Information: (906)387-3700

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