Carr Lake Campsite

Table and Fire ring
Carr Lake Campsite - Lake Access
Carr Lake Campsite
Carr Lake Water Access and stairs

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Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit

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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.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
  • Firewood Available
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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001, Loop: CARR LAKE CAMPSITE

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Site Details

Up to 16 guests
Hookup: No Hookups
Shade
Surface: Gravel
Driveway entry: Pull-Through
Pet Friendly
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Reviews (12)

What Guests Are Saying

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.

Review Summary

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Michael L

Verified

October 21, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARR LAKE CAMPSITE

5

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.

Dan L

Verified

August 16, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: CARR LAKE CAMPSITE

1

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.

Location Carr Lake Campsite

Address:
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District
Rapid River, MI, 49878
United States

Highway access

The campsite is accessible via US-2, which is about 12 miles south, providing a connection to major routes in the region.

Elevation: 216 feet

Distance to downtown

35 mi drive to downtown Rapid River (about 41 min)

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: September 6, 2026

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