Council Lake Campsites
Open for the 2026 season. Operating dates are May 15 through Columbus Day. Reservations required via Recreation.gov; walk-ins not permitted. Closed December 1 through April 30.
Brevoort Lake Autumn Drawdown
Residents of Brevoort Lake should take notice that the Hiawatha National Forest will start the draw down of Brevoort Lake starting in October. The purpose of the draw down is to minimize the development of ice dams during the spring melt. The lake will be drawn down gradually over the next few…
Repaving Monocle Lake Campground
The Monocle Lake Campground repaving project will take place during the autumn of 2026 and spring of 2027. It is scheduled during the regular seasonal campground closure. The schedule is weather dependent and therefore subject to change. Those traveling in the area should remain alert for work…
Restricting Public Entry to Stonington Quarry
Persons with a valid permit; Federal, State, or Local members of rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of official duties; Forest Service employees conducting surveys or monitoring and as approved by the Forest Supervisor.Protection of objects and areas that are of significant…
About
Council Lake Campsites is a small primitive campground nestled in a mixed hardwood and pine forest on the southern shores of Council Lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The four campsites sit on a 12-acre lake that is part of a chain including nearby Red Jack and Scout lakes. Each campsite accommodates up to 8 people and includes a picnic table and fire ring. The campground offers excellent recreation opportunities including fishing for yellow perch, largemouth and rock bass, bluegill, black crappie, bullhead, and northern pike. Non-motorized boats are permitted, with carry-in access at the campground and a boat ramp available at adjacent Red Jack Lake. A short portage connects Council Lake to Bar Lake and the Indian Wild and Scenic River for extended paddling adventures. A day-use area with tables and a pedestal grill sits near a beach suitable for swimming. Facilities are minimal: a single pit toilet is located near site 1 (bring your own toilet paper), no drinking water is available, and campers must pack out all trash. Firewood from outside the area is prohibited; only dead and down wood may be gathered on site.
Directions
From Munising, take Highway M-28 east towards Shingleton. Turn right (south) on Forest Highway 13 at Wetmore and drive 9.9 miles south to Forest Road 2261. Turn right (west) onto Forest Road 226 and drive 1.7 miles. Continue until the road ends at Council Lake.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 387-2512 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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