Exterior view of the front of the cabin
Open

Open year-round. Reservations required through Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 7 consecutive nights. Check-in at 2:00 PM, check-out at 12:00 PM. Winter visitors should note the quarter-mile access road is not plowed and requires walking, skiing, or snowmobiling in.

Hiawatha National Forest

FR 3303 (Dam Road) closure for bridge replacement on Brevoort River

The bridge on FR 3303 (Dam Road) on the Brevoort River is being replaced and the area will be closed Monday, June 22 through Monday, August 31. Closure area begins approximately 2.1 miles from Brevoort Lake Road. Visitors should expect to see heavy equipment and workers in the area, and find an…

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.Protection of objects and areas that are of significant…

Hiawatha National Forest

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. (4/2018),(4/2021).The…

About

Tom's Lake Cabin offers a secluded retreat on a wooded knoll overlooking a 23-acre lake in the heart of Hiawatha National Forest. Built in 1991, this rustic cabin accommodates up to eight guests on four twin bunk beds with mattresses. A wood stove provides heat (firewood supplied), while an outdoor fire pit with benches and a pedestal grill offer gathering spots for cooking and relaxation. A hand pump provides drinking water just outside, and a pit toilet sits behind the cabin. The lake is ideal for fishing largemouth bass and bluegill, swimming at your own risk, and carry-in boat access only. Several trail systems lie within a few miles, including the 26-mile Pine Marten Run trail system for hiking, biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. The Big Island Lake Wilderness and Wild and Scenic Indian River are short drives away for paddling and additional fishing. The cabin operates year-round but the quarter-mile access road is not plowed in winter, requiring visitors to walk, ski, or snowmobile in. No electricity, no modern plumbing, and no trash service means guests must bring camp stoves, lanterns, dishes, bedding, toilet paper, and pack out all refuse. Pets are allowed on leash but cannot be left alone in the cabin. RVs, trailers, and tents are not permitted without prior written approval.

Directions

From the intersection of U.S. Highway 2 and Forest Highway 13 (25 miles west of Manistique or 14 miles east of Rapid River), drive north 19 miles on FH13 to County Road 440. Turn right (east) on CR440 and drive about 3 miles to FR2082. Turn left (north) and drive to cabin.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $45

Vehicle

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

Contact

Phone +1 (906) 474-6442

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Exterior view of the front of the cabin
Kitchen and Dining Area
Bunk Style Beds
Front View
Fire Ring and Picnic Area
Tom's Lake Cabin - Interior

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