Au Sable Loop Campground
Closed — Closed for winter. The campground is not gated or maintained during the off season. Water is shut off for winter and no toilet facilities are available. Access roads and parking lots are not plowed.
From Recreation.gov
USE CAUTION - KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! The recent ice storm on March 29, 2025 and subsequent wind events have left many downed and damaged trees across the Mio Ranger District of the Huron-Manistee National Forests that have interrupted recreation opportunities on motorized and non-motorized trails. Crews are actively working to clear trees and debris from Forest Service roads and trails. Visitors should expect down trees and other debris on trails and roads – Please slow down and use caution. Access to areas may be limited on the Forest. This may impact the ability of first responders, such as ambulance and fire first responders, to respond to an emergency. Hikers, equestrians and motorized trail users can locate affected trails on our website at or call the Mio Ranger District Office at (989) 826-3252. [**https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/huron-manistee/alerts**][1] [1]: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/huron-manistee/alerts
From Recreation.gov
The water at our facility has been shutoff for the winter season. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water.
About
Au Sable Loop Campground is a small, intimate 5-site campground located along the Au Sable National Scenic River within the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Set amidst a mixed hardwood forest, the campground provides a scenic overlook with panoramic vistas of the river and serves as an ideal base for water-based recreation and wildlife viewing. The campground offers direct access to the Au Sable River via a short path, where visitors can fish for bass, pike, brown trout, walleye, perch, sunfish, steelhead, and salmon. The river flows at approximately 2 mph and is perfect for non-motorized boating including canoeing, kayaking, and rafting. Each campsite features a picnic table, campfire ring, and lantern post. The area is inhabited by bald eagles, deer, bear, bobcat, porcupine, and various songbirds and waterfowl. Nearby hiking opportunities include the 0.5-mile Mio Nature Trail on the north side of the river and the 4.5-mile Wolf Creek Trail on the south side. The campground provides vault toilets, trash collection, and a hand pump well for drinking water during the operating season. Some sites are available first-come, first-served while others can be reserved through Recreation.gov.
Directions
From Grayling: Travel east on M-72 for 30 miles. Turn left and go north on M-72/M-33 for 0.5 miles. Turn right and go east on McKinley Road for 3 miles. Turn right and follow the signs to the site.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sm.fs.hmnf@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (989) 826-3252 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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