OutReserve

Au Sable Loop Campground

A view of the Au Sable River from the Au Sable Loop Day Use Area
View of the Au Sable River from Au Sable Loop Area
A photo of bathroom Au Sable Loop Campground
A photo of hand pump water Au Sable Loop Campground
A view of the Au Sable River and a fence from the Au Sable Loop Day Use Area

Featured amenities

River Access

About Au Sable Loop Campground

As visitors exit McKinley Road to enter the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook, they will first see a panoramic vista of the National Scenic portion of the Au Sable River. From the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook follow the unpaved road to reach the campground. The small five site campground is set amidst a mixed hardwood forest. The campground and day use areas are ideal for scenery viewing, wildlife viewing, and picnicking.

Number of accommodations: 3

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 15 to Jun 8

Campground Amenities

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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3 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop: Au Sable Loop
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 3, Loop: Au Sable Loop
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 5, Loop: Au Sable Loop
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (7)

What Guests Are Saying

Au Sable Loop Campground offers a charming, peaceful retreat with large, private sites and easy access to the Au Sable River. Visitors appreciate the cleanliness of facilities, including well-stocked pit toilets, though some have noted the need for better maintenance and cleanup by both staff and campers. The area features beautiful trails and a serene atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for many.

Review Summary

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Cortney H

Verified

October 22, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Au Sable Loop

5

What a cute little campground tucked away from the city of Mio. There are multiple places to get to the river. I appreciated having trash and the pit toilet. There was always toilet paper in there which was a bonus. Nice large sites too!

Bruce T

Verified

September 13, 2025 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Au Sable Loop

4

Camping site was very short. Also noticed a lot of dead trees that could fall during high winds.

Alexander R

Verified

August 19, 2025 Stayed at: 1, Loop: Au Sable Loop

3

Love the camping but was unimpressed with how little the previous campers or staff clean up. There was toilet paper and tampons all over the site when I arrived and I had to clean before setting up. I believe this to be attributed to the thousands of flies that attack when using the provided toilet that makes campers choose to go to the bathroom outside instead. Normally I love this place but the staff and campers both need to clean up better. Maybe fly tape in the toilet would be helpful.

Scott K

Verified

August 6, 2025 Stayed at: 1, Loop: Au Sable Loop

5

Peace and quiet

JOSHUA H

Verified

October 17, 2024 Stayed at: 5, Loop: Au Sable Loop

5

A beautiful area with trails that lead down to the Au Sable River. Bring a bow saw & hatchet for cutting fallen trees into firewood, or else find someone selling it locally. I went to the (Amish) General Store on Kittle Road & found a guy selling split Birch wood. I've only been to the Au Sable Loop in the Fall. Pretty cool at night, but there were hardly any bugs that bothered us.

Pam G. J

Verified

September 28, 2024 Stayed at: 1, Loop: Au Sable Loop

5

Beautiful, small forest campground near the river. Campsites are wooded and private.
One of my favorite campgrounds.

John S

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: 3, Loop: Au Sable Loop

5

Best place nice chill

Location Au Sable Loop Campground

Address:
Mio Ranger Station
Mio, MI, 48647
United States

Highway access

The Au Sable Loop Campground is accessible via M-72, which is approximately 10 miles to the south, and M-33, which is about 12 miles to the west.

Latitude & Longitude: 44.6511 / -84.0994

Elevation: 286 feet

Policies & Rules

General

  • As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you online or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders:  - Au Sable National Scenic River Corridor; R904-14-18  - Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02  - Occupancy and Use; R904-14-03 
  • Forest quiet hours apply.
  • Some sites are available on a first-come, first serve basis.
  • You must occupy your site within 24 hours of the start of your reservation. Contact the Forest Service to request a late arrival or your site may be forfeited.
  • Do not tie or tack anything to standing trees, including but not limited to pets, laundry lines, or garbage bags.
  • You may use downed wood for firewood. Keep fires within the fire ring. Do not leave hot campfires unattended. Make sure your ashes are cool to the touch before you leave.
  • Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information
  • Fireworks and use of fireworks are not permitted.
  • ORVs may only be operated on roads and trails signed as open for their use. ORVs may not be used within campgrounds.
  • This site is not gated during the off season. It not maintained in winter. Access road and/or parking lot are not plowed. No toilet facilities are available.  

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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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