Sparrow Rapids Campground

About

Sparrow Rapids Campground provides visitors with the unique opportunity to camp near both a Wild and Scenic River and a designated Wilderness area in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Located within the Ottawa National Forest's Kenton Ranger District, this intimate six-site campground is particularly popular among trout anglers seeking solitude along the East Branch Ontonagon River. The East Branch Ontonagon River can be accessed directly from the campground via a path between sites 3 and 4. The river offers approximately 15.5 miles of floatable water from Onion Creek to the Middle Branch, though low water conditions may limit canoeing to the northern portions. The campground accommodates tents, trailers, and motor homes, with two vault toilets available. This is a limited-service campground with no potable water, so campers should come prepared with their own drinking water supply. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. The area provides access to quality fishing and serves as a base for exploring the nearby wilderness. Fire rings are available for campfires when conditions permit.

Directions

From Kenton take FH 16 north 1/4 mile to FR 1100. Turn left onto FR 1100 and travel northwest for 3 miles to the campground.