Benton Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens May 6 through September 5. The campground is gated when closed. Day use area remains accessible year-round but is not maintained in winter.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 22 at 9:21PM EST until January 23 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Michigan. * WHEN...Until 1 PM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibility and road conditions may change rapidly over short distances in lake effect snow. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning commute.
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 22 at 9:21PM EST until January 24 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 32 below. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. * WHEN...Until 11 AM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.
Hydrologic Outlook issued January 22 at 11:14AM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI
ESFGRR Bitterly cold temperatures moving into Michigan over the next few days will increase the risk of ice jams on rivers. While many locations have already frozen over, ongoing ice growth will continue to increase in any open water areas. These temperatures have not been seen for many years in West Michigan, which means that some areas that don't typically experience river ice jams may have issues this year. Ice jams can result in water levels rising much more quickly than usual, which can catch people off guard. Anyone living or working near rivers in West Michigan should prepare now for potential river ice and rising water levels. While temperatures warm up a bit early next week, this overall cold weather pattern will continue through at least next week, which will keep ice locked in place on the rivers. You can always find the latest river level information at water.noaa. gov
About
Benton Lake Campground is situated around a quiet 33-acre lake completely surrounded by National Forest land in the Manistee National Forest. The campground features 25 campsites and provides access to a variety of recreational activities including lake and ice fishing, swimming, picnicking, and hiking. The North Country National Scenic Trail can be accessed from Pierce Drive, approximately 2 miles east of the campground entrance. The campground is equipped with vault toilets but does not have potable water available on-site. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table. The facility operates seasonally from May through September and is gated when closed, though the day use area remains accessible year-round. The campground is particularly popular during hunting season due to its remote location and proximity to hunting areas. Located in Newaygo County, the campground provides a peaceful setting for those seeking a quiet getaway with nearby attractions including Nichols Lake North and Loda Lake National Wildflower Sanctuary. The campground's remote location and natural surroundings make it ideal for campers looking to experience Michigan's northern forests.
Directions
From White Cloud, travel north on M-37 for 10.5 miles. Turn left and travel west on Pierce Drive for 5 miles. The campground is located on the right.
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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 | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (231) 745-4631 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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