Lyman Lake Campsites
Closed — Closed for the season. Open with reservations required from May 15 through Columbus Day. After Columbus Day through May 15, the campground has no services, no reservations, and no fees.
Flood Watch issued April 12 at 12:11PM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Heavy rain may fall on a deep primed snowpack leading to the melt increasing. Flows in rivers may increase quickly and reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central Upper and western Upper Michigan, including the following areas, in central Upper Michigan, Alger, Baraga, Delta, Dickinson, Iron, Luce, Marquette, Menominee, Northern Schoolcraft and Southern Schoolcraft. In western Upper Michigan, Gogebic, Keweenaw, Northern Houghton, Ontonagon and Southern Houghton. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:09PM EDT until April 12 at 3:45PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues. * WHERE...A portion of central Upper Michigan, including the following counties, Delta, Dickinson and Menominee. * WHEN...Until 345 PM EDT /245 PM CDT/. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1208 PM EDT /1108 AM CDT/, rain and snowmelt is occurring, and is causing flooding. Between 1.5 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 0.25 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Escanaba, Iron Mountain, Kingsford, Norway, Powers, Hermansville, Ford River, Wilson, Spalding, Bark River, Nadeau, Whitney, Waucedah, Gourley, Faithorn, Carney, Cunard, Schaeffer, Nathan and Hyde. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Site restrictions for toilet installation
Some camp sites on the Hiawatha's West zone will be closed while staff install new vault toilets. For your safety, stay clear of work areas and watch for heavy materials and machinery.
Temporary Trail Closure for Hardwood & Iron Jaw Loops
Forest staff will be using mechanical equipment near the Hardwood and Iron Jaw Loops during treatments of BeechBark Disease. For public safety, sections of those trails will be closed during designated dates. See list of closure dates and map for details on safe, available trail options.Oct. 1-2-…
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. Other locations for accessing the beach for…
Prescribed Fire Notice
Weather and vegetation conditions are looking favorable to conduct prescribed fire operations tomorrow July 11, 2025, on Unit 1 of the Betchler Rx Unit, which is 323 acres. This unit is located southwest of Raco, MI and southeast of Eckerman Corner, MI. Smoke will be visible south of M-28…
Round Lake Road Closure for Bridge Replacement
The bridge at Pointe Aux Chenes Creek on Round Lake Road (FR3105) will be replaced over the summer of 2025. To accommodate this construction, Round Lake Road will be closed to through traffic from May 12th to July 31st, 2025. During the project, the road will be impassable. For the safety of the…
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.Two public meetings will be held, one each on May 12 and 14 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Alger Parks and Recreation building at 413 Maple Street in Munising, MI. All…
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. Please take time to read and…
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.Protection of objects and areas that are of significant…
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. (4/2018),(4/2021).The…
About
Lyman Lake Campsites is a primitive dispersed camping area in the Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District of Hiawatha National Forest, featuring 10 individual campsites spread along the shoreline of a 67-acre inland lake. This rustic camping destination offers a wonderfully serene forest environment nestled in hardwood trees and pines, though it can be quite busy when all sites are occupied. The lake provides excellent fishing opportunities for bluegills, pumpkinseeds, rock bass, largemouth bass, and northern pike. A back-in boat access with parking is conveniently located between sites 6 and 7. Swimming conditions vary significantly by site location: sites 3 and 5 offer good swimming areas, sites 4 and 6 have fair swimming conditions, while sites 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, and 10 have poor swimming access. Several sites (2, 3, 5, 8, and 9) have been improved with rock work and split rail to restore site edges. The campsites vary in size and suitability for trailers. Larger sites like 3, 5, and 9 can accommodate multiple families with trailers, while others like sites 7 and 10 are better suited for single families or tent camping. Sites 8, 9, and 10 are positioned on hills overlooking the lake. No drinking water is available on-site, and primitive toilets are provided at several campsites. Each site includes a fire pit and picnic table. Access is primarily via Forest Roads 2218 and 2436, with secondary roads leading to individual sites.
Directions
Primary access is off Forest Roads 2218 and 2436. From the intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 miles east of Rapid River), drive north 8.4 miles on Highway 13 to CR 442. Turn right and drive 8 miles to FR 2218. Turn left and drive 1.5 miles to access site 1. For sites 2-10, drive 1.4 miles from CR 442 and FR 2218 intersection to FR 2880, then turn right to campsites.
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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 | $8 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| 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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