Hovey Lake Campsites
Closed — Open mid-May through Columbus Day. Not maintained Columbus Day through May 15.
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
Hovey Lake Campsites offers a secluded camping experience on the east side of 99-acre Hovey Lake in the Hiawatha National Forest. This quiet, family-friendly campground features 4 primitive campsites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The area is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat focused on canoeing, birdwatching, and enjoying nature's surroundings. The lake serves as the headwaters of the Indian Wild and Scenic River and provides excellent trout fishing opportunities, along with northern pike, black bass, and panfish. A carry-in boat access near the campground entrance allows for easy non-motorized boating. While swimming is not recommended due to shallow water and a mucky bottom, the lake's natural setting makes it perfect for paddling and wildlife observation. This is a no-fee campground operated on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations available. The campground is accessible via forest roads and offers a true backcountry camping experience in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Directions
From the intersection of M-28 and M-94 drive southwest on M-94 6.4 miles to Forest Road 2254. Turn left (south) and drive 4 miles southeast on FR 2254 to Forest Road 2473. Turn right (south) on FR 2473 and drive 0.5 mile to FR 2367 where you turn right (west) and continue to the campsites.
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Location
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 | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 428-5800 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| Hovey Lake Campsites | |
| View on Recreation.gov |
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