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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Average nightly rates24 total sites
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24 sites
About Lake Ottawa Campground
Number of accommodations: 24
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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 (59)
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Ottawa Campground offers a beautiful setting with lovely forested sites and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for family camping. The campground features clean facilities, including flush toilets, and well-maintained sites with privacy. However, some campers experienced issues with site accessibility, particularly steep driveways and inadequate picnic areas, along with occasional maintenance concerns. Overall, many visitors express a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Lake Ottawa Campground offers a beautiful setting with lovely forested sites and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for family camping. The campground features clean facilities, including flush toilets, and well-maintained sites with privacy. However, some campers experienced issues with site accessibility, particularly steep driveways and inadequate picnic areas, along with occasional maintenance concerns. Overall, many visitors express a desire to return.
Review Summary
Aaron R
VerifiedJuly 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: Loop 1
There was a group of younger people that were completely disrespectful. They were lighting off fireworks, the dogs were not leashed.
Aaron R
VerifiedJuly 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: Loop 1
There was a group of younger people that were completely disrespectful. They were lighting off fireworks, the dogs were not leashed.
Michael B
VerifiedJuly 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: Loop 1
Michael B
VerifiedJuly 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: Loop 1
Michael B
VerifiedJuly 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: Loop 1
Jim B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: Loop 1
Great site for two tents. We arrived on bicycles after 70+ miles from Presque Isle WI. Great that fire ring had grill. Sweet path down to the lake for a sunset beer. It was NOT quiet until after 10pm though. Generator noise was bad. We tried to go to sleep early but couldn’t. Oh well. I’d definitely come again. Wish you had facilities with showers.
Jim B
VerifiedJuly 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: Loop 1
Great site for two tents. We arrived on bicycles after 70+ miles from Presque Isle WI. Great that fire ring had grill. Sweet path down to the lake for a sunset beer. It was NOT quiet until after 10pm though. Generator noise was bad. We tried to go to sleep early but couldn’t. Oh well. I’d definitely come again. Wish you had facilities with showers.
Erin J
VerifiedJuly 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful place. Excellent facilities. Host was very helpful.
Erin J
VerifiedJuly 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: Loop 1
Beautiful place. Excellent facilities. Host was very helpful.
Richard S
VerifiedAugust 18, 2021 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: Loop 1
Unfortunately, Mother Nature intervened with near continuous rain for the 4 days we were there. Nonetheless, the setting, the grounds and the our campsite were splendid. This USFS campground is as fine as they come in part because of the sense of history visitors experience in camping in an area that was developed by the CCC program during the Great Depression. I should note that our trip was made especially pleasant by our host Bill who was very cordial and helpful, specifically in taking the time to trim the trees near the dump station so that our new 5th wheel could negotiate the access. We learned that Bill is a retired Naval officer who sincerely looks upon his duties as campground host as additional service to our country. Ottawa Lake is highly recommended, even if the weather may not always cooperate.
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.
Elevation: 470 feet
6.8 mi drive to downtown Iron River (about 12 min)
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: September 7, 2026
