Michael L
VerifiedOctober 21, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARR LAKE CAMPSITE
Nice and secluded -- ZERO cell service, thank god!! -- but sleeping was cold as hell. Not the fault of the site, just the weather in the UP in October.
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About Carr Lake Campsite
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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Picnic Table
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- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
- Firewood Available
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- Lake Access
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001, Loop: CARR LAKE CAMPSITE
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- Pet Friendly
- Gravel
- Pull-through
Site Details
Up to 16 guests
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Pull-Through
Pet Friendly
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12 reviews
Summary
Carr Lake Campsite offers a beautiful, secluded setting with a nice trail and good fishing opportunities. While the boat launch could use improvement and some areas need maintenance, the site is generally accessible and has a well-maintained outhouse. Overall, it is a peaceful spot that many visitors enjoy.
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Dan L
VerifiedAugust 16, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARR LAKE CAMPSITE
I could not find this location. The GPS coordinates took me into the town of Manstique to a completely different campground. Once I found the written directions on how to find it, I had no service within the forest (no huge surprise there of course), but none of the roads were marked once I got onto the gravel backroads. It was definitely very frustrating as I had to throw away my reservation here & shell out for a hotel. Very disappointed.
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Location & Directions for Carr Lake Campsite
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District, Rapid River, MI 49878 United States
Elevation: 216 ft
Getting There
From Cooks (about 12 mi west of Manistique or 24 mi east of Rapid River on US-2): drive north 4.4 mi on County Road 442 to CR 437.
Turn left (north) on CR 437 and drive 8.7 mi to FR 2217.
Turn left (northwest) on FR 2217 and drive 2.5 mi to the ...
From Cooks (about 12 mi west of Manistique or 24 mi east of Rapid River on US-2): drive north 4.4 mi on County Road 442 to CR 437.
Turn left (north) on CR 437 and drive 8.7 mi to FR 2217.
Turn left (northwest) on FR 2217 and drive 2.5 mi to the road to Carr Lake.
Turn right (north) and drive 0.3 mi to the campsite.
Highway access
The campsite is accessible via US-2, which is about 12 miles south, providing a connection to major routes in the region.
Policies & Rules
General
- Pack-In, Pack-out policy
- There is a 14-day stay limit.
- No drinking water provided.
- Campsite must be occupied the first night.
- Campsite cannot be left unattended for more than 24 hours.
- You are welcome to collect firewood from the area surrounding your campsite. Just remember that any firewood that you collect must be DEAD AND DOWN
- Click here for more information on the Hiawatha National Forest
- 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 24, 2026
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