One of many sites located at the Pete's Lake Campground on the Hiawatha National Forest
Signage located at Pete's Lake recreation area
Boat Launch located at Pete's Lake

Pete’s Lake Campground

Closed — Closed for the season. Open May 13 through September 30. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.

Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 12:46PM EST until December 30 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI

December 29th, 12:46 PM — 1:00 AM

* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches, highest amounts northeast. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Delta, Northern Schoolcraft, and Southern Schoolcraft Counties. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

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

Pete's Lake Campground is nestled in the center of Michigan's Hiawatha National Forest on the shores of 190-acre Pete's Lake. The campground offers 41 spacious and private campsites situated among mixed hardwood and conifer trees, with some sites overlooking the lake. All roads in the campground are paved, making it ideal for bike riding and easy navigation. The campground provides excellent water-based recreation with a swimming beach, boating access for both motorized and non-motorized craft, and an accessible fishing pier in the day-use area. Anglers can expect healthy populations of northern pike, bass, walleye, and perch. The nine-mile Bruno's Run Trail winds past numerous small lakes and passes directly through the campground, offering opportunities for hiking and biking in summer and snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter. The day-use area features two picnic areas with multiple tables and benches along the lakeshore, a large parking area, and accessible vault toilets. Pete's Lake is surrounded by rolling hills and offers a peaceful retreat away from urban areas, with Big Island, Fish, and Straits lakes all within 25 miles.

Directions

From Munising, Michigan, go approximately 3 miles east on State Route 28 to Highway 13 at Wetmore. Travel south on Highway 13 about 10 miles to Forest Service Road 2173. Turn left and drive about a half-mile to the road to Pete's Lake Campground.

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Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups No
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store No
Price $26

Vehicle

Max RV Length 75ft
Max Trailer Length 75ft
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (906) 379-5791

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

One of many sites located at the Pete's Lake Campground on the Hiawatha National Forest
Signage located at Pete's Lake recreation area
Boat Launch located at Pete's Lake
One of many sites located at Pete's Lake Campground
Swimming area located at the Pete's Lake Campground
One of many sites located at Pete's Lake Campground
Sign indicating the location of the campground off of FR-2173

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