Three Lakes
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens May 24 and operates through October 31.
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.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 2:12AM EST until January 20 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 22 below expected. * WHERE...Central Chippewa, Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, Western Chippewa, and Western Mackinac Counties. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 19 at 1:50AM EST until January 20 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Gaylord MI
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 9 inches with locally higher amounts possible. * WHERE...Western Chippewa County. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.
About
Three Lakes Campground offers a peaceful retreat in Hiawatha National Forest, conveniently located just off M-28 near Strongs. The facility is nestled between three pristine lakes: Whitmarsh, Brown, and Walker, providing visitors with excellent opportunities for fishing and paddling. The campground features 10 single-family sites set among a diverse forest of towering red and white pine, white spruce, birch, and sugar maple trees. Anglers will find rainbow trout, perch, catfish, bullhead, pike, and bass in the three lakes. All lakes are restricted to non-motorized boating only, with a carry-down boat ramp available at the picnic area and near some campsites. While there is no designated swimming beach, small sandy areas along the shorelines allow for informal swimming. The Walker Lake Trail begins near the picnic area and provides easy hiking around the perimeter of Walker Lake, covering approximately 1.5 miles. The campground provides basic amenities including vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings at each site, but has no electrical hookups or potable water. A hand pump provides drinking water. Sites accommodate both tents and RVs, making it a popular overnight stop for travelers crossing the Upper Peninsula between Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.
Directions
From the intersection of I-75 and M-28, drive west on M-28 for 27.2 miles to Strong Road. Turn left (south) on Strong Road and drive 1.9 miles south to Three Lakes Campground on the east side of the road.
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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 | $16 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 643-7900 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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