Hemlock Recreation Area
Closed for the season. Opens May 7, 2025 and operates through September 5.
Freeze Warning issued May 2 at 3:09AM EDT until May 2 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures away from the immediate lakeshores of northern lower Michigan. Temperatures in the low 30s are anticipated for many interior areas. Low-lying interior areas may see temperatures in the upper 20s. Above-freezing temperatures possible along lakeshore areas. * WHERE...A portion of Northern Lower Michigan. * WHEN...Until 9 AM EDT this morning. * IMPACTS...Freeze conditions could damage or kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.
About
Hemlock Recreation Area sits on the western shore of Lake Mitchell, a 1,600-acre lake near Cadillac in the Manistee National Forest. The campground offers a quiet setting at the lake's marshy end, which attracts wildlife but is not suitable for swimming due to milfoil and other aquatic plants. The lake itself is nearly surrounded by residences, giving the area a more developed feel than typical national forest campgrounds. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets and a boat launch for accessing Lake Mitchell. Campers should note that potable water is not available on-site. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. The facility can accommodate trailers with parking for up to 20 vehicles with trailers. The campground operates seasonally from May through early September and is managed by the Cadillac Ranger District of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Sites are available for reservation. The location provides convenient access to other nearby recreation areas including Caberfae Scenic Overlook and several cross-country ski and mountain bike trail systems.
Directions
From Cadillac, travel west on M-55 for 1.3 miles. Turn right and travel north on S. Mitchell Lake Drive for 1.4 miles.
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 | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (231) 848-7090 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!