Brighton Appleton Campground
Open — Open year-round for camping. Reservations available through the Michigan DNR reservation system.
Special Weather Statement issued January 19 at 5:31AM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
WEATHER... * An arctic front sweeping through the area will produce moderate snow showers and isolated squalls at times this morning reducing visibility to under a mile and producing a quick coating of snow on untreated roadways. * West winds around 10 mph gusting to 25 mph will result in localized blowing snow during the morning commute. * Widely varying snowfall is expected. Snow accumulations of up to a half inch are expected in areas impacted between 530 am and 8 am EST. * Air temperatures will remain steady around 16 degrees. IMPACTS... * Blowing snow will result in rapid reductions of visibility to less than one mile. * The West winds may lead to drifting of snow on North to South orientated roadways particularly in locations with open exposure.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 3:58AM EST until January 20 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 inches, with locally higher amounts possible. Winds gusting 40 to 45 MPH. Wind chills tonight and Tuesday Morning 5 to 15 degrees below zero. * WHERE...All of southeast Michigan. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.
About
Located within Brighton State Recreation Area in southeast Michigan, the Appleton Lake Rustic Campground provides a peaceful retreat with 25 campsites nestled among oak trees. The campground is situated near Appleton Lake and offers direct access to the park's extensive trail system, which is popular with mountain bikers year-round. Brighton Recreation Area encompasses 4,947 acres and features nine lakes, 35 miles of trails, and diverse natural communities including oak forests, grassy fens, and shrub marshes. The rustic campground provides basic amenities with vault toilets and a hand pump for potable water. Sites are equipped with fire rings and picnic tables. The campground is within walking distance to the Appleton Lake Boating Access Site, which features a dirt launch with concrete ramp. The park's trail system connects to multiple trailheads and is used year-round for hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing in winter.
Directions
Located at Brighton State Recreation Area, 6360 Chilson Road, Howell, Michigan 48843. The park is in southeast Michigan, west of U.S. 23 and south of I-96. The Appleton Lake Rustic Campground is within the recreation area along Appleton Lake.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Brighton State Park Bishop Lake Campground 0.5mi
- Brighton Murry Lake Campground 0.9mi
- Brighton Horseman's Campground 1.5mi
- Island Lake Campground & Cabins 6.3mi
- Pinckney Crooked Lake Campground 9.4mi
- Pinckney Blind Lake Campground 11mi
- Pinckney Bruin Lake Campground 12mi
- Waterloo Green Lake Campground 15mi
- Highland Recreation Area Campground 16mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $13 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (810) 229-6566 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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