East Lake Campsites

East Lake Boat Launch
East Lake Campsite 3 table and fire ring
East Lake Campsite 2
East Lake Campsite 3
East Lake Campsite 2

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

3 total sites

RV Sites

3 sites

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.

Number of accommodations: 3

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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3 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (27)

What Guests Are Saying

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.

Review Summary

3.8
27 reviews
5
44.4%
12
4
22.2%
6
3
11.1%
3
2
14.8%
4
1
7.4%
2

Simon K

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

5

Spacious and secluded. Spots for hammocks with a picturesque view of the lake. Loved it!

Adam W

Verified

September 29, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

5

Great campsite!

James B

Verified

October 4, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

4

Great site.

Leif A

Verified

February 1, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

1

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.

Keryl S

Verified

June 14, 2021 Stayed at: 002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

5

Great site nice little beach area, plenty of space, quiet lake traffic

Peter J

Verified

July 27, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

5

The weather was awesome! The bugs were terrible but thats to be expected. Fun panfishing and small bass.

Norm B

Verified

August 29, 2021 Stayed at: 001, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

4

The weather was hot and humid, but the campsite was quiet and peaceful.

Kitty H

Verified

September 7, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

5

Great

sandy and marty b

Verified

October 5, 2021 Stayed at: 003, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

4

We have been coming to site 2 and site 4 at Eastlake for at least 30 years. It is a perfect outdoor experience. Very nice sites with great swimming, fishing is pretty good and secluded but close enough to some civilization. We've seen a pair of bald eagles almost every time we have came. We even got a nice pic of a bald eagle snatching up a dead fish from the surface and have experienced the northern lights. It's also close enough to drive to pictured rocks and various waterfalls and Munising attractions without spending much time on the road. The Tanglewood Inn in Shingleton is a great place to eat.

Linda D

Verified

November 18, 2021 Stayed at: 002, Loop: EAST LAKE CAMPSITE

5

awesome spot to camp

Location East Lake Campsites

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

Elevation: 216 feet

Distance to downtown

60 mi drive to downtown Rapid River (about 1 hr 2 min)

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: September 9, 2026

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