Chimney Loop Campground

About

Chimney Loop Campground is a secluded group camping destination on the shores of Wagner Lake in Michigan's Huron-Manistee National Forests. The single group site sits within a forest of oak and pine trees and can accommodate up to 30 campers with six vehicles. The campground features three fire rings with a historic stone chimney that remains usable, three picnic tables, and a vault toilet. Wagner Lake is a shallow, sandy-bottom lake entirely surrounded by National Forest land, providing excellent opportunities for swimming, beach play, and fishing for bass and panfish. Non-motorized watercraft like canoes and kayaks can be carried in for on-water exploration. The campground is located a short drive from the AuSable River and near ORV trails. The site has a 99-foot pull-through gravel driveway with a slight grade. Potable water is available via handpump wells, and garbage service is provided at the nearby Wagner Lake Campground. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov, and campers must obtain the gate combination from the Mio Ranger Station.

Directions

From Grayling: Travel east on M-72 for 30 miles. Turn right and travel south on M-33 for 7 miles. Turn right and travel west on Wagner Lake Rd. for 1.5 miles. The site is located on the left.