Wagner Lake
The campground opens for the 2026 season on May 15. Normal operating season is May 1 through November 30. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.
About
Wagner Lake Campground is a small but popular destination in the Huron-Manistee National Forests, featuring 12 campsites arranged on the banks of Wagner Lake. The lake is a shallow, sandy-bottom body of water completely surrounded by National Forest System lands, offering a secluded natural setting. A mixed hardwood forest surrounds the campground, providing shade and privacy. Each campsite comes equipped with a picnic table, campfire ring, lantern post, and paved parking pad. The campground provides vault toilets, potable drinking water from hand pump wells, and garbage collection services. There are no hookups, showers, or dump stations. Recreation centers on the lake itself. A swimming beach provides waterfront access for beach play and wading. Anglers can fish from shore, by boat, or while wading for excellent bass and panfish. Visitors may carry in non-motorized watercraft like canoes and kayaks. A gravel boat ramp provides lake access.
Directions
From Grayling: Travel east on M-72 for 30 miles. Turn right and travel south on M-33 for 7 miles. Turn right and travel west on Wagner Lake Rd for 1 mile. The campground is on the left.
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 | $15 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| sm.fs.hmnf@usda.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (989) 826-3252 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Wagner Lake Campground |
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