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Dan H
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2024 Stayed at: 04, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
Secluded campsites on a very nice lake
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About Council Lake Campsites
The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.
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01, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · 20 ft long
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02, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · 25 ft long
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03, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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04, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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01, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · 20 ft long
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02, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · 25 ft long
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03, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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04, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
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Reviews
19 reviews
Summary
Council Lake Campsites offers a beautiful and serene environment with great access to the lake and nearby trails. Many campers enjoyed the privacy and quality of sites, particularly #2 and #3, and appreciated the prompt response from park services during a storm. However, some noted issues with traffic, noise, and facilities like the toilets and fire pits, which detracted slightly from the experience. Overall, campers expressed a desire to return.
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3.9
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Based on 19 reviews
5 stars
63.2% (12)
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10.5% (2)
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5.3% (1)
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21.1% (4)
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Brianne B
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2024 Stayed at: 03, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
I love to camp at Council Lake. I grew up in Wetmore just down the road. I will be back. Thank you!
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Kay P
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
Very nice ! Had a storm come threw and tree blocked the road.
20 min. Later we had park service there and cleared the road !
Thank you for everything
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Mahesh S
VerifiedJuly 12, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
Very Awesome site. Site NO 4 is very beautiful. Very serene. I will go there again and again
Just carry extra protection for mosquitoes.
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Kylie R
VerifiedJuly 13, 2025 Stayed at: 01, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
Quiet and secluded but still have a few other site neighbors, great access to (what I assume is )council lake
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Nancy K
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2025 Stayed at: 02, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
All 4 sites were amazing. Sites #2 and #3 had water access. We were even able to put the canoe in from #2. Site #2 had access to a trail as well. We reserved both #2 and #3 for a couple nights, because the sites were so small and we wanted privacy. We did have someone on #3 for a couple nights, and it wasn't bad. Site #4 is right at the beach/boat launch and was disappointed that it was already reserved, but honestly, I would take #2 for it's access to the lake and trail and more private; especially if you can get #2 and #3. Site #1 is across the road and all by itself and wooded so if you are not interested in being on the water it's perfect and a very short walk to the beach/boat launch. Sites 1, 2 and 3 are extremely close to the vaulted toilet. It was older but clean.
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James W
VerifiedOctober 2, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
The photos of the site were poor. When we got there we couldn't fit into the campsite.
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Randy S
VerifiedNovember 17, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
. Fire pit full of trash, toilet unacceptable,
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Justen O
VerifiedAugust 5, 2026 Stayed at: 04, Loop: COUNCIL LAKE CAMPSITE
Beautiful area. We had fun. Only 4 stars simply because of the traffic in and out considering I had all 4 sites booked for a week and a day. One day a family came in to fish and called me in for a noise complaint in the middle of the day. Once I told the officer im the only one here and paid for the whole campground he replied "so I shouldn't even be here.. that would explain why they didnt give a name with the complaint." Every day there was a boat or 2 on the lake and there was a lot of cars that came through, even in the middle of the night. Not as remote as I thought we would be. The toilet is to be as expected. Better than digging a hole and squatting lol
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Location & Directions for Council Lake Campsites
Munising Ranger District, Munising, MI 49862 United States
Elevation: 253 ft
Getting There
From Munising, Michigan, take Highway M-28 east towards Shingleton.
Turn right (south) on Forest Highway 13 at Wetmore and drive 9.9 mi south to Forest Road 2261.
Turn right (west) onto Forest Road 226 and drive 1.7 mi.
Continue until the road ...
From Munising, Michigan, take Highway M-28 east towards Shingleton.
Turn right (south) on Forest Highway 13 at Wetmore and drive 9.9 mi south to Forest Road 2261.
Turn right (west) onto Forest Road 226 and drive 1.7 mi.
Continue until the road ends at Council Lake.
Highway access
Council Lake Campsites is accessible via Highway M-28, which is approximately 10 miles north of the campground. From M-28, Forest Highway 13 provides access south towards the campground.
Policies & Rules
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- Pack-in, Pack-out policy
- There is a 14 day stay limit.
- No drinking water is provided at the campsite.
- Campsite cannot be left unattended for more than 24 hours.
- Campsite must be occupied the first night of your reservation.
- Off-road vehicle use is prohibited at the campsite and in the surrounding areas.
- You are welcome to collect firewood from the area surrounding your campsite. Remember that any firewood that you collect must be DEAD AND DOWN.
- 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.
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Last updated: October 23, 2026
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