Warning
GeneralThe Lake Ottawa Pavilion will be closed for the 2026 season due to rehabilitation work needed to the interior and exterior of the building.Please check back for updates and the status of this facility. We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
About Lake Ottawa Campground
Number of accommodations: 24
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
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Reviews (48)
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Ottawa Campground is praised for its beautiful setting, spacious and clean sites, and pleasant amenities like a great beach area and walking trails. While some guests encountered issues with bathroom availability and site suitability for tents, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing eagerness to return. The campground offers a peaceful atmosphere and opportunities for nature appreciation, despite minor maintenance concerns.
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Ottawa Campground is praised for its beautiful setting, spacious and clean sites, and pleasant amenities like a great beach area and walking trails. While some guests encountered issues with bathroom availability and site suitability for tents, the overall experience remains positive, with many expressing eagerness to return. The campground offers a peaceful atmosphere and opportunities for nature appreciation, despite minor maintenance concerns.
Review Summary
Heather J
VerifiedOctober 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: Loop 1
I have camped here since I was a kid. Campground is beautiful. The only issue is the bathrooms were not in working order the weekend we were there. Other than that, always a great place to camp!
Heather J
VerifiedOctober 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 08, Loop: Loop 1
I have camped here since I was a kid. Campground is beautiful. The only issue is the bathrooms were not in working order the weekend we were there. Other than that, always a great place to camp!
Andy C
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: Loop 1
I reserved a campsite that was described as being able to accommodate a tent - that was not correct. What I found was a paved area suitable for a camper with the surrounding terrain sloped. I switched sites. The campground seems best suited for RV's and travel campers - not tent campers. If you are looking for private or semi private tent sites I wouldn't recommend Lake Ottawa campground.
Andy C
VerifiedOctober 12, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: Loop 1
I reserved a campsite that was described as being able to accommodate a tent - that was not correct. What I found was a paved area suitable for a camper with the surrounding terrain sloped. I switched sites. The campground seems best suited for RV's and travel campers - not tent campers. If you are looking for private or semi private tent sites I wouldn't recommend Lake Ottawa campground.
Charles R
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: Loop 1
When we arrived the site we reserved was taken. A travel trailer parked in our reserved spot and no campground host in the campground.
Denise M
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: Loop 2
The campground and facilities were great. We were surprised though when the water was turned off mid weekend and the only bathroom was a fairly far walk the the boat ramp.
Charles R
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: Loop 1
When we arrived the site we reserved was taken. A travel trailer parked in our reserved spot and no campground host in the campground.
Denise M
VerifiedOctober 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 28, Loop: Loop 2
The campground and facilities were great. We were surprised though when the water was turned off mid weekend and the only bathroom was a fairly far walk the the boat ramp.
Jim K
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: Loop 1
Overall experience was good. The boat launch has some work that needs to be done. I was unable to launch my boat due to a couple of factors. One, the water was low, but that cannot be controlled. The other are the concrete pads were in a disarray. This left large gaps between the concrete where the wheels of the trailer can drop in and get hung up. I’m thinking this concrete can be straightened out pretty easily and maybe an additional one added and extending the dock for low water situations. I have a 24 foot pontoon that I carry on a bunkhouse trailer.
Jim K
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 16, Loop: Loop 1
Overall experience was good. The boat launch has some work that needs to be done. I was unable to launch my boat due to a couple of factors. One, the water was low, but that cannot be controlled. The other are the concrete pads were in a disarray. This left large gaps between the concrete where the wheels of the trailer can drop in and get hung up. I’m thinking this concrete can be straightened out pretty easily and maybe an additional one added and extending the dock for low water situations. I have a 24 foot pontoon that I carry on a bunkhouse trailer.
Location Lake Ottawa Campground
Address:
2832 Lake Ottawa Road
Iron River, MI, 49935
United States
- From Iron River, Mi., travel west on US 2, turn south on M 73, travel approximately 3/4 mile, turn west on Lake Ottawa Road and travel approximately 4 miles to the campground.
- From Watersmeet, Mi., travel 28 miles east on US 2, turn south on M 73, travel approximately 3/4 mile, turn west on Lake Ottawa Road and travel approximately 4 miles to the campground.
Lake Ottawa Campground is accessible from US 2, which is approximately 3/4 mile from the campground via M 73 and Lake Ottawa Road.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.075 / -88.7659
Elevation: 470 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- Camping in a developed recreation site is allowed for a period not longer than 14 days. After this time, you must move to another campground or dispersed site for at least 24 hours.
- Campers must occupy the site the first night.
- Eight people and two motorized vehicles are allowed per campsite with a maximum of one RV or camper trailer and two tents per camping site or three tents per camping site.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Lake Ottawa Campground Map
- This campground is open to OHV’s. OHV’s must stay on the roadway or camping spur.
- This campground is operated by Camp Host, LLC under a special use permit with the Ottawa National Forest.
- Lake Ottawa Pavillion will be closed for the 2026 season due to rehabilitation work needed to the interior and exterior of the building. We are sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralThe Lake Ottawa Pavilion will be closed for the 2026 season due to rehabilitation work needed to the interior and exterior of the building.Please check back for updates and the status of this facility. We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
