Perch Lake Campground
The campground operates seasonally from May 15 through October 15. Reservations available through Recreation.gov. Some forest roads may experience localized flooding during spring snowmelt.
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 3:49AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Gusty southeast winds as high as 20 to locally 25 mph, combined with dry conditions will lead to elevated wildfire potential this afternoon across most of Upper Michigan away from the shorelines of the Great Lakes. Avoid outdoor burning today. 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.
About
Perch Lake Campground offers a secluded camping experience in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, located 10 miles south of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District of the Ottawa National Forest. The single-loop campground features 20 drive-in sites that accommodate tents, trailers, and motorhomes. Natural vegetation screens provide privacy between the spacious sites, many of which offer direct access to Perch Lake. The 994-acre lake is popular for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. A boat ramp and vehicle/trailer parking area sit adjacent to the campground. Each campsite includes a picnic table, fire ring, and parking spur. Facilities include two double vault toilets, one accessible vault toilet, and two hand pumps providing potable water. The campground operates seasonally from mid-May through mid-October. Sites accommodate up to eight people with a maximum of two motorized vehicles. Campers may have one RV or trailer with two tents, or three tents per site. The 14-day stay limit applies.
Directions
From Sidnaw, travel south on Sidnaw Road approximately 10 miles to the campground. The road is paved for approximately 6.5 miles then turns to gravel. From Iron River, take County Road 657 north approximately 15 miles, turn slight right onto FR 2130, travel approximately 9.5 miles on FR 2130 to Sidnaw Road, turn left onto Sidnaw Road and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 852-3500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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