Gooseneck Lake Campsites
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates seasonally and requires reservations through Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive days.
Temporary Area Closure for Big Pines Picnic Area
The Big Pines Picnic Area will be temporarily closed due to timber harvest. Activities in the area may include logging trucks and other equipment. For your safety, please stay alert while in the vicinity and choose another location for recreation.
Hiawatha National Forest Seeks Public input on Grand Island Visitor Use Management Project
The Hiawatha National Forest is seeking input on the development of a management plan for the Grand Island National Recreation Area.
Forest Supervisor's Orders
As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line below or at any office of the Hiawatha National Forest.
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.
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.
About
Gooseneck Lake Campsites is located in the Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District of Hiawatha National Forest and consists of three rustic dispersed campsites on a busy inland lake surrounded by private cottages. The lake supports excellent fishing for walleye, largemouth and smallmouth bass, rock bass, sunfish, and northern pike. Site 1 is a small wooded site measuring 40 ft x 30 ft with rough access and primitive toilet facilities shared with the public boat launch. Site 3 is the largest at 100 ft x 70 ft, situated on a small sandy bank with good access suitable for trailers and accommodating up to two families. Site 4 on the south shore measures 70 ft x 45 ft with narrow, winding access road and limited turning space. Trailers are not recommended for sites 1 and 4. Swimming is best at sites 3 and 4, though site 3 has high banks blocking shoreline views. This is a pack-in, pack-out facility with no drinking water provided. Campers may collect dead and downed firewood from the surrounding area. The lake sees heavy recreational use from adjacent private properties including pontoon boats, jet skis, and water skiers. Reservations are required and walk-ins are not permitted.
Directions
From the intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 miles east of Rapid River), drive north 8.4 miles on Highway 13 to CR 442. Turn right (east) and drive 8 miles to FR 2218. Turn left (north) and drive 1.6 miles to FR 2218EA or 0.8 mile to FR 2218G.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 24ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 24ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 474-6442 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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