Au Sable Loop Campground

Mio Ranger Station, Mio, Michigan, United States
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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
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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 River Access

Available sites

3 total sites
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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.

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2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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River Access River Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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3 Sites Available

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🚐 1, Loop: Au Sable Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 3, Loop: Au Sable Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 5, Loop: Au Sable Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Pull-through

Reviews (11)

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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.

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John S

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

5

Best place nice chill

Location & Directions for Au Sable Loop Campground

Mio Ranger Station, Mio, MI 48647 United States

Elevation: 286 ft

Nearest town

Mio, MI - 3.9 mi

About 9 min to downtown

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.

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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