Widewaters Campground

About

Widewaters Campground is remotely located in the Hiawatha National Forest on Michigan's Upper Peninsula, sandwiched between Irwin Lake and the Indian River in a beautiful forest of mature hardwoods. The campground offers 34 well-spaced sites that vary from heavily wooded and private to more open settings, with a few waterfront sites providing direct access to the river. This quiet campground is ideal for anglers seeking brook trout in the Indian River and surrounding lakes, as well as paddlers looking to explore calm waters by canoe or kayak. Boat ramps are available at the campground and at nearby Fish Lake. The 9-mile Bruno's Run Trail winds past several small lakes and passes directly through the campground, popular for hiking and biking during the warmer months, and for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter. Each site includes a picnic table and campfire ring, with some sites having grills. Vault toilets and drinking water are conveniently located throughout the campground. The campground offers both reservable sites through Recreation.gov and some first-come, first-served sites. There are no electric, water, or sewer hookups. The peaceful, secluded atmosphere makes Widewaters an excellent base for exploring the surrounding national forest.

Directions

From Munising, Michigan, go east on Michigan Highway 28 for about 3 miles. Turn south on Forest Highway 13 at Wetmore and continue for 12 miles. Turn west onto Forest Road 2262 and follow for about a mile to the campground entrance.