Jackpine Lake Campsites
Open for the 2026 season from May 15 through Columbus Day. Reservations are required and must be made at least one day in advance through Recreation.gov. No services or fees apply from Columbus Day through May 14. Note: access road to Site 2 has changed from FR8137 to FR2715, then FR2841, then FR2841A.
Special Weather Statement issued October 10 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Gusty southerly winds as high as 30mph, combined with dry and warm conditions and minimal recent rainfall continue lead to elevated wildfire potential through Sunday across most of the U.P. Obey local burn restrictions. Immediately report any wildfires to local emergency services by calling 911. Burn restrictions remain in effect. For complete details, visit www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits, or by calling 866-922-2876.
From Recreation.gov
Please note that the access road to Jackpine Lake Campsite Site 2 has changed. It was FR8137 off of 2217. The new access road is just South of that intersection still on 2217. You will now need to take FR2715. Turn left onto FR2841. Then turn right onto FR2841A, the site will be at the end of this road.
Brevoort Lake Autumn Drawdown
Residents of Brevoort Lake should take notice that the Hiawatha National Forest will start the draw down of Brevoort Lake starting in October. The purpose of the draw down is to minimize the development of ice dams during the spring melt. The lake will be drawn down gradually over the next few…
About
Jackpine Lake Campsites offers a true backcountry camping experience on a 63-acre inland lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The two widely-spaced primitive sites provide excellent solitude and direct lake access for fishing, swimming, and small boat use. Site 1 perches on a hilltop with panoramic lake views and can accommodate groups up to 16 people with space for trailers. Site 2 is a smaller wooded site on the west shore best suited for a single family in a tent or small vehicle. The lake is stocked with smallmouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, and bullheads. An unimproved boat launch on the south shore accommodates small lightweight craft for day use. Swimming is good at both sites with sandy, shallow entry. Berry picking is productive in season, and horse, bike, and hiking trails lie within a few miles. These are rustic sites with primitive pit toilets and no potable water, trash service, or hookups. Campers must bring their own drinking water and pack out all garbage. Dead and downed firewood may be collected from the surrounding forest. Reservations are required through Recreation.gov; walk-ins are not permitted. The 14-day stay limit applies, and campsites must be occupied the first night and cannot be left unattended more than 24 hours.
Directions
From Cooks (12 miles west of Manistique on US-2): Drive north 4.4 miles on CR 442 to CR 437. Turn left on CR 437 and drive 8.7 miles to FR 2217. Turn left on FR 2217 and drive 4.3 miles to FR 2715. For Site 1: Turn right on FR 2715 and drive 0.6 mile. For Site 2: Continue on FR 2217 an additional 0.5 mile to FR 2715, turn left onto FR 2841, then right onto FR 2841A to the site.
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| 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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