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Kitty H
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
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About East Lake Campsites
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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- Restrooms
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- Picnic Table
- Fire Pit
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001, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
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002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
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003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · Pull-through
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001, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
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002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
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003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
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Pet Friendly · Pull-through
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28 reviews
Summary
East Lake Campsites offers a beautiful and spacious setting, with gorgeous views and a lovely beach, making it a favorite for many returning campers. However, visitors should be prepared for mosquitoes and biting flies, and some areas require maintenance, such as overgrown grass and stumps. Despite a few drawbacks, campers appreciate the privacy and natural beauty of the site, along with the variety of nearby trails.
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3.8
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Based on 28 reviews
5 stars
42.9% (12)
4 stars
21.4% (6)
3 stars
10.7% (3)
2 stars
17.9% (5)
1 star
7.1% (2)
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Norm B
VerifiedAugust 29, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
The weather was hot and humid, but the campsite was quiet and peaceful.
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Peter J
VerifiedJuly 27, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
The weather was awesome! The bugs were terrible but thats to be expected. Fun panfishing and small bass.
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Keryl S
VerifiedJune 14, 2021 Stayed at: 002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
Great site nice little beach area, plenty of space, quiet lake traffic
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Leif A
VerifiedFebruary 1, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
The house a couple of hundreds yards away ran a generator all night. It was almost impossible to sleep. I don't go out in the middle of nowhere to listen to this.
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James B
VerifiedOctober 4, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
Great site.
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Adam W
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
Great campsite!
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Simon K
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE
Spacious and secluded. Spots for hammocks with a picturesque view of the lake. Loved it!
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Location & Directions for East Lake Campsites
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District, Rapid River, MI 49878 United States
Elevation: 216 ft
Getting There
From Manistique, MI: drive north on M-94 22.5 mi to the intersection with CR 437.
Turn right at the big parking lot opposite CR 437.
To get to site 1: take the immediate right on FR 2723, drive 0.7 mi to FR 2650. Turn left (east) on FR 2650 and ...
From Manistique, MI: drive north on M-94 22.5 mi to the intersection with CR 437.
Turn right at the big parking lot opposite CR 437.
To get to site 1: take the immediate right on FR 2723, drive 0.7 mi to FR 2650. Turn left (east) on FR 2650 and drive 0.2 mi to site 1.
To get to sites 2 and 3: proceed directly through the parking lot on FR 2247 and drive about 1 mi to FR 2247A. Turn right (south) on 2247A and drive less than a mile to the campsites.
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Last updated: October 23, 2026
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