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Average nightly rates101 total sites
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46 sites
Tent Sites
55 sites
About Ausable River Camping
Number of accommodations: 101
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Parking
River Access
Cooking and Fire
- Campfire Ring
- Firewood Available
Parking and Transport
- Parking
Water Access
- River Access
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Reviews (544)
What Guests Are Saying
Ausable River Camping offers clean, spacious campsites with beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities. Many reviewers appreciated the helpful Rangers and the scenic river access, which enhances the camping experience. However, some sites faced challenges such as noise from nearby campers, steep access paths, and mosquito issues, which are common in the area. Overall, it remains a favored destination for nature lovers seeking seclusion and beauty.
What Guests Are Saying
Ausable River Camping offers clean, spacious campsites with beautiful views and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities. Many reviewers appreciated the helpful Rangers and the scenic river access, which enhances the camping experience. However, some sites faced challenges such as noise from nearby campers, steep access paths, and mosquito issues, which are common in the area. Overall, it remains a favored destination for nature lovers seeking seclusion and beauty.
Review Summary
Edwina S
VerifiedAugust 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 018C, Loop: Ausable Semi-Primitve South
The river was amazing! We loved our trip. The views were so beautiful. There were a few issues.
Not all of the camp sites are marked with a number, there were a few times we had to guess if we were at the right site. And there were two times we were not.
Tony D
VerifiedAugust 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 071D, Loop: Cooke Pond
Super secluded, large campsite. It was a little tight getting back to it with a camper, but worth the effort. The only thing I would do differently would be to call the staff at Lumbermans Monument and talk to them about what equipment I had and what sites would be best. I did this after the fact. They have a vast knowledge of the area and are super helpful! Don't forget to check out the JR Ranger program if you have little ones. Can't wait to go back!!!!
Shannon H
VerifiedAugust 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 081D, Loop: Foote Pond
Site 81 has beautiful view of the river, perfect balance of shade and sun. The road in has some tight areas getting to the site, but nothing too difficult. Very little other traffic. A very peaceful 4 days. Would like to spend longer next time.
Richard M
VerifiedAugust 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 033C, Loop: Cooke Pond
I love this place! boat in sites are spread out so you are not camping to close
JAMES B
VerifiedAugust 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 042D, Loop: Sawmill Point
Best camping experience - EVER. Neat location - easily tarped over my tent - great view of the water.
Thomas C
VerifiedJuly 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 001D, Loop: Alcona Pond
Beautiful, peaceful, and, and serene. And if you are prepared, it is a wonderful place. We love it.
david b
VerifiedJuly 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 008W, Loop: Ausable Semi-Primitive North
Had an awesome weekend at site 8. The hike in was super easy and easy to find, the site was beautiful as always and had wood already on site. Love paying it forward. Can’t wait to visit again
Richard S
VerifiedJuly 23, 2023 • Stayed at: 065C, Loop: Cooke Pond
I’ve been camping on or near the Ausable River for most of my life. It is a beautiful place with little to know residents along its banks. Located in northeast central Michigan it makes for a great base camp allowing you to explore many of Michigan’s smaller cities, towns and wonderful natural resources.
Scott K
VerifiedJuly 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 070D, Loop: Cooke Pond
Great sites, nice and quiet
Jason W
VerifiedJuly 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 078D, Loop: Foote Pond
Great view of the river. Staff at the monument are very friendly.
Location Ausable River Camping
Address:
5761 North Skeel Avenue
Oscoda, MI, 48750
United States
Designated campsites are spread along 55 miles of river shoreline between the AuSable River Access at 4001 Bridge (7 miles northwest of Glennie, MI) to near the Whirlpool AuSable River Access (4 miles west of Oscoda, MI).
For more information on specific campsites, click here.
The campground is accessible via US Highway 23, which is approximately 10 miles to the east, providing connections to other major roads in the area.
Elevation: 286 feet
53 mi drive to downtown Oscoda (about 1 hr 4 min)
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
