About Ausable River Camping
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Reviews (484)
What Guests Are Saying
Ausable River Camping offers a beautiful and serene environment, with spacious, well-maintained sites and picturesque views of the river. Campers appreciate the remote, rustic charm and the opportunities for fishing and hiking. While there are some concerns regarding ticks, road conditions, noise from generators, and occasional issues with campsite bookings, many visitors still express a strong desire to return for another experience in nature.
What Guests Are Saying
Ausable River Camping offers a beautiful and serene environment, with spacious, well-maintained sites and picturesque views of the river. Campers appreciate the remote, rustic charm and the opportunities for fishing and hiking. While there are some concerns regarding ticks, road conditions, noise from generators, and occasional issues with campsite bookings, many visitors still express a strong desire to return for another experience in nature.
Review Summary
Sandra G
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 068D, Loop: Cooke Pond
We thoroughly enjoyed camping on the Ausable River. We did have to do some cleaning up from the previous occupants as they left a bunch of trash in the fire pit and many beer bottle tops scattered around the grounds. It's a shame that people have to be disrespectful of the land and other people. The site itself was beautiful, fairly easy to get to, lots of wildlife, and the occasional boat traffic for entertainment. We plan to make this an annual trip even though it's a 4 hour drive. Well worth it.
Donald M
VerifiedSeptember 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 041C, Loop: Cooke Pond
Always a great time.
Autumn M
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 069W, Loop: Cooke Pond
I was not happy with the mess left by previous campers, or that hiking trails are located so close to the site, but the rangers were exceptionally helpful and kind. Beautiful location, and lots of wildlife.
Gary L
VerifiedSeptember 9, 2021 • Stayed at: 044D, Loop: Sawmill Point
Really enjoyed my stay. I had good weather. I some friendly campers to.
robert h
VerifiedAugust 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 089D, Loop: Foote Pond
Great spot with limited traffic
Sarah S
VerifiedAugust 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 031C, Loop: Five Channels Pond
It is a very nice site. The one thing that I would recommend, (and this goes for all the primitive camp sites), is that they should have drop boxes installed. This would really cut down on improper human waste conditions at the camping sites.
Valerie D
VerifiedAugust 27, 2021 • Stayed at: 054D, Loop: Sawmill Point
Loved my calling calling spot but the site to the right of me was too close for comfort. A very ostentatious elderly couple pulled in and set up their rig next door, both of these people were extremely rude & disliked dogs. If pick a more recluse spot next time.
Gregory D
VerifiedAugust 24, 2021 • Stayed at: 080D, Loop: Foote Pond
Love this place.... Its my Home away from home. Definitely a Michigan hidden gem...
Melisa D
VerifiedAugust 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 006D, Loop: Alcona Pond
Amazing! Be sure to secure all food items well as the raccoons are very active.
BRIAN N
VerifiedAugust 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 039C, Loop: Cooke Pond
Best spot almost
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.6511 / -84.0994
Elevation: 286 feet
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
