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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
Don P
VerifiedOctober 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 043D, Loop: Sawmill Point
outstanding
Mark C
VerifiedOctober 4, 2025 • Stayed at: 055D, Loop: Sawmill Point
We love Sawmill Pointe
Cory D
VerifiedOctober 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 002D, Loop: Alcona Pond
Not much privacy at this site but the river view is gorgeous!!
Kayla M
VerifiedOctober 3, 2025 • Stayed at: 057D, Loop: Sawmill Point
People at nearby sites seem to come here to party. All night we heard yelling and partying which is not ideal when trying to escape for a night in nature.
James M
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 003D, Loop: Alcona Pond
There is a new fire pit at this site. It is far too tall to allow the heat and light from the fire to be enjoyed. The previous fire pit allowed the campsite to be lit up at night and allowed the heat from the fire to escape. The new fire pit is so tall that the light barely lights up the site and points all of the heat up. It is nice and easy to cook on, but I would much rather have the previous style fire pit.
Alex W
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2025 • Stayed at: 087W, Loop: Foote Pond
Amazing spot. Huge site. Private trail to the river. Unreal sunsets. Swiveling grill on fire pit is clutch. 5 minute hike from parking area.
Helen R
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 037C, Loop: Cooke Pond
I would remember to bring binoculars for this site there are many beautiful birds and wildlife to see on the river.
Remember to purchase firewood before you come out to this site there is very little on the island.
During the Autumn season prepare for a lot of shade.
Beautiful sunrises to the east in the spring and summer.
My sister and I love going camping here we try to do it every year.
Lei L
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2025 • Stayed at: 073D, Loop: Cooke Pond
Campsite was easy to find and was very large! You could put two trailers and a couple of tents on it. Very private. No access to water. It’s on the high bank. You can see the water somewhat through the trees. Very open and flat perfect Verizon cell phone service.
Ali K
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 075W, Loop: Foote Pond
Took my boys ages 14 and 3. Wonderful experience and very accommodating. Car parking is about 50 ft from campsite, slope to get to water was quite steep and would recommend a rope. It surprised me to have cell phone reception in that area also.
Derik M
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 061W, Loop: Cooke Pond
Amazing spot with easy river access.
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).
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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 3, 2026
