Round Lake
Open for the 2026 season from May 3 through October 31. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 22 at 1:21PM EDT until May 23 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions due to 4 to 8 foot waves and rip currents. * WHERE...Cheboygan, Presque Isle, Alpena, Alcona, Iosco, Arenac, Southeast Chippewa and Eastern Mackinac Counties, and Mackinac Island/Bois Blanc Island. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers.
About
Round Lake Campground sits on the eastern shore of 91-acre Round Lake within the Huron-Manistee National Forests in Iosco County, Michigan. As the only public access point to the lake, this campground offers a prime location for anglers targeting sunfish, bass, and pike, as well as families looking for a sandy swimming beach. A gravel boat ramp accommodates both motorized and non-motorized watercraft. The campground features 33 standard nonelectric sites arranged in two loops through a wooded setting. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring, with vault toilets and garbage service provided. Potable drinking water is available from a hand pump, though only about a quarter of sites have direct water access. The rustic character makes this campground ideal for tent camping and smaller RVs. Nearby amenities in the village of Sand Lake include groceries and fuel. Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center is less than 15 miles away, offering interpretive programs about the region's logging history. Additional recreation opportunities include hiking trails and the Sand Lake Picnic and Swimming Area on nearby 248-acre Sand Lake.
Directions
From Tawas City, travel northwest on Plank Road/Indian Lake Road for 7 miles. Turn right and travel west on Latham Road for 0.5 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (989) 739-0728 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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