Boat Launch located at Colwell Lake Campground

Colwell Lake Campground

Open

Open for the 2026 season. Operating dates are May 13 through October 8. Some sites are reservable through Recreation.gov while others are first-come, first-served. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is noon.

FR 3303 (Dam Road) closure for bridge replacement on Brevoort River

The bridge on FR 3303 (Dam Road) on the Brevoort River is being replaced and the area will be closed Monday, June 22 through Monday, August 31. Closure area begins approximately 2.1 miles from Brevoort Lake Road. Visitors should expect to see heavy equipment and workers in the area, and find an…

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…

Haymeadow Trail and Bridge Closed

The Haymeadow Creek Hiking Trail Bridge is closed until it can be repaired or replaced. -- Located on the hiking loop near Haymeadow Creek Dispersed Campsites, the bridge failed an inspection due to significant rot. We will update this notice as repairs are implemented. (4/2018),(4/2021).The…

About

Colwell Lake Campground is located on Michigan's Upper Peninsula in the Hiawatha National Forest, situated on the eastern shore of the scenic 145-acre Colwell Lake. The campground accommodates tent campers, RVs, and groups with 40 sites including standard non-electric sites, electric hookup sites, two lakeside walk-to tent sites, and a group site for up to 24 people. Each site features a campfire ring, lantern post, and tent pad. Recreation opportunities abound with an excellent sandy swimming beach, boat ramp with launching pier, and an accessible fishing pier. Anglers can pursue largemouth bass, northern pike, crappie, pumpkinseed sunfish, perch, and bluegill. A leisurely 2-mile trail offers hiking and snowshoeing through the mixed deciduous and conifer forest. The facility was renovated in 1993 to meet ADA guidelines.

Directions

From Manistique, Michigan, drive north 25 miles on State Route 94 to Forest Road 2246. Turn right (east) and drive 0.5 miles to the campground.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $24 - $80

Vehicle

Max RV Length 60ft
Max Trailer Length 60ft
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (906) 767-1111

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Boat Launch located at Colwell Lake Campground
Beach Area located at Colwell Lake
Hiking Trail located at the Colwell Lake Campground
Site 34l within the Colwell Lake Campground
Sign located at Colwell Lake Campground
Colwell Lake Trail Entrance
Shoreline View at Colwell Lake Campground

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