Little Bass Lake Campsites
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground typically operates from late spring through fall, with winter closures due to snow and road conditions.
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
Little Bass Lake Campsites is located in the Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District of Hiawatha National Forest, offering an uncrowded and serene camping experience. The campground has 8 rustic campsites spread throughout a wooded area along an 84-acre lake. Visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, and berry picking in a peaceful natural setting with few neighbors. The lake features a carry-in boat launch and supports a diverse fishery including largemouth bass, bluegills, northern pike, black crappies, and perch. Michigan fishing licenses are required. While drinking water is available at the campground, the facilities remain primitive with vault toilets and no hookups. Campers must pack out all trash as part of the pack-in, pack-out policy. The campground is approximately 22 miles north of Manistique via M-94 and county forest roads. Horse, bike, and hiking trails are within minutes of the sites. Supplies, including gasoline, groceries, fishing gear, boat rentals, and licenses, are available in Steuben, about five miles northeast. The 14-day stay limit applies, and campsites must be occupied the first night and cannot be left unattended for more than 24 hours.
Directions
From Manistique, drive north 22 miles on M-94 to County Road 437. Turn left (west) on CR 437 and drive 1.8 miles to FR 2213. Turn left (south) on FR 2213 and drive 1.5 miles to FR 2639. Turn right (west) and follow the road to the campsites.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $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 | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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