Lake Nineteen Campsite
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from May 15 through Columbus Day with reservations required via Recreation.gov. No services, reservations, or fees from 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
Lake Nineteen Campsite offers a truly rustic camping experience in the heart of the Ironjaw Semi-Primitive Area within Hiawatha National Forest. This single-site campground is located on the eastern shore of Lake Nineteen and can only be reached by boat, or by foot or horseback from the Pine Marten Run Trail, located approximately 2.5 miles from the Pine Marten Run Middle Trailhead. The site is suitable for one family with tents and provides a peaceful, semi-primitive setting. Lake Nineteen has been stocked with rainbow trout, making it a destination for anglers. A boat launch is available on the west side of the lake, though access is steep and requires backing trailers down the hill as there is no turn-around. Parking is restricted to a small area at the top of the hill. The swimming area is of poor condition. This is a true pack-in, pack-out site with no toilet facilities or drinking water available. Campers should come fully self-sufficient. The campground is managed to provide quiet, peaceful recreation opportunities in a semi-primitive setting. The surrounding area offers opportunities for berry picking, horseback riding, hiking, and mountain biking on the Pine Marten Run Trail system. Visitors can collect dead and down firewood from the surrounding area, but must not bring firewood from outside the region to prevent the spread of invasive pests.
Directions
From the intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 miles east of Rapid River): drive north 18.7 miles on Highway 13 to County Road 440. Turn right (east) on CR 440 and drive 4.6 miles to FR 2733. Turn left (north) and drive 1.3 miles to the parking area. From the parking area, access the campsite by boat, or on foot or horseback via the Pine Marten Run Trail (approximately 2.5 miles).
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 474-6442 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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