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About Gooseneck 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.

Available sites

3 total sites

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2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

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Restrooms Restrooms
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Restrooms
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Cooking and Fire

  • Fire Pit
  • Campfire Ring
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Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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3 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE RV
Pet Friendly · Pull-through
🚐 003, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE RV
Pet Friendly · Pull-through
🚐 004, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE RV
Pet Friendly · Pull-through

Reviews

40 reviews

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Gooseneck Lake Campsites offers a beautiful, secluded location with a gorgeous lake ideal for kayaking and canoeing. Reviewers appreciate the rustic charm, ample firewood, and the quiet atmosphere, making it a great place for camping. While some noted challenges like murky swimming conditions and the need to fetch drinking water from a nearby location, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.

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3.8

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Nathan B

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October 16, 2024 Stayed at: 004, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

I visited in October of this year. The campsite is in excellent condition, big fire ring but there is no grate on it just FYI. The Coordinates 46°03'59.6"N 86°32'41.9"W give the exact location, but the maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fcF3MDae1JTZUPea8 also shows you exactly where you need to turn to get to the campsite. The campsite road is marked with a post with the number 4 on it. The trail is bumpy but I made it work with a FWD Sedan. If you have any kind of 4x4 or car with some clearance you'll be fine.
There are neighbors nearby, the lake was calm but I could see it being louder in the warmer season with boats and the like. But this campsite is great, and big enough to accommodate multiple tents.

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Sarah B

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October 14, 2024 Stayed at: 004, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

It was the most beautiful, quiet campsite ever! And all to ourselves! We had an amazing time. You get your own private little beach and the lake is gorgeous...absolutely loved it!

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Sarah B

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October 14, 2024 Stayed at: 004, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

It was the most beautiful, quiet campsite ever! And all to ourselves! We had an amazing time. You get your own private little beach and the lake is gorgeous...absolutely loved it!

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Jenna M

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July 12, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

The location was quiet and large with plenty of wood to gather for fires. The lake is gorgeous and just steps away from the camp site. The daily cost was amazingly cheap. The bathroom is rustic but at least there was a bathroom. Would definitely go back.

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Jenna M

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July 12, 2024 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

The location was quiet and large with plenty of wood to gather for fires. The lake is gorgeous and just steps away from the camp site. The daily cost was amazingly cheap. The bathroom is rustic but at least there was a bathroom. Would definitely go back.

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Nicole W

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June 11, 2024 Stayed at: 004, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

Absolutely loved our site and stay at Gooseneck! Lost our screen tent in a nasty thunderstorm that blew through, but we improvised and enjoyed our stay. Can’t wait to go back!

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Nicole W

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June 11, 2024 Stayed at: 004, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

Absolutely loved our site and stay at Gooseneck! Lost our screen tent in a nasty thunderstorm that blew through, but we improvised and enjoyed our stay. Can’t wait to go back!

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Kyle J

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September 10, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

We had a great experience. Large space, tucked back in woods. Only note would be better signage on way in. Once we found site we enjoyed every min of our stay

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Kyle J

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September 10, 2023 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

We had a great experience. Large space, tucked back in woods. Only note would be better signage on way in. Once we found site we enjoyed every min of our stay

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Darryl L

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September 4, 2023 Stayed at: 004, Loop: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE

A bag of trash and other debrie was left from someone prier to us arriving. We disposed of it cleaned up the site. Other than that we really enjoyed our two day stay.

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Location & Directions for Gooseneck Lake Campsites

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

Elevation: 239 ft

Getting There

From the Intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 mi east of Rapid River); drive north 8.4 mi on Highway 13 to CR 442.

Turn right (east) and drive 8 mi to FR 2218.

Turn left (north) and drive 1.6 mi to FR 2218EA or 0.8 mi to FR 2218G.

Nearest town

Rapid River, MI - 31 mi

About 34 min to downtown

Highway access

Gooseneck Lake Campsites is accessible via US-2, which is about 14 miles to the south. From US-2, take Forest Highway 13 north for approximately 8.4 miles.

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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