About Minerva Lake Campsite
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
001, Loop: MINERVA LAKE CAMPSITE
Site Details
Reviews (16)
What Guests Are Saying
Minerva Lake Campsite boasts a fantastic location near a boat launch and offers a clean environment with enjoyable nature trails around the lake. Reviewers appreciated the lack of bugs during their visit and expressed fond memories of the site, indicating a desire to return. While fishing opportunities were noted, some guests didn't catch any fish, but they remained optimistic about future visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Minerva Lake Campsite boasts a fantastic location near a boat launch and offers a clean environment with enjoyable nature trails around the lake. Reviewers appreciated the lack of bugs during their visit and expressed fond memories of the site, indicating a desire to return. While fishing opportunities were noted, some guests didn't catch any fish, but they remained optimistic about future visits.
Review Summary
TIMOTHY H
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINERVA LAKE CAMPSITE
Single campsite on a small lake so we had the lake to ourselves except for some day users. While we liked the solitude and were self-sufficient in our tent camper, the lack of a privy raises some issues. It was obvious that campers before us didn't know or care to bury their TP and waste nor take care of business away from the water. A sign to remind folks to do so would be helpful, i.e. Leave no trace. Perhaps a sign that the closest outhouse is at the Pine Marten Trailhead a couple of miles away would be helpful. Otherwise great location to access the Bruno Run MBT and local forest roads for gravel biking.
TIMOTHY H
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINERVA LAKE CAMPSITE
Single campsite on a small lake so we had the lake to ourselves except for some day users. While we liked the solitude and were self-sufficient in our tent camper, the lack of a privy raises some issues. It was obvious that campers before us didn't know or care to bury their TP and waste nor take care of business away from the water. A sign to remind folks to do so would be helpful, i.e. Leave no trace. Perhaps a sign that the closest outhouse is at the Pine Marten Trailhead a couple of miles away would be helpful. Otherwise great location to access the Bruno Run MBT and local forest roads for gravel biking.
Barbara W
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINERVA LAKE CAMPSITE
A beautiful site! To be alone on the great Minerva Lake was relaxing and invigorating. There are plenty of low/no use ATV trails that we walked each day. We kayaked, snoozed in our hammocks, and generally loved every minute. Advice.....bring warm clothes. It gets cold at night (even in July)!
Barbara W
VerifiedAugust 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINERVA LAKE CAMPSITE
A beautiful site! To be alone on the great Minerva Lake was relaxing and invigorating. There are plenty of low/no use ATV trails that we walked each day. We kayaked, snoozed in our hammocks, and generally loved every minute. Advice.....bring warm clothes. It gets cold at night (even in July)!
Allison F
VerifiedMay 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINERVA LAKE CAMPSITE
Good spot!
Allison F
VerifiedMay 31, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: MINERVA LAKE CAMPSITE
Good spot!
Location Minerva Lake Campsite
Address:
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District
Rapid River, MI, 49878
United States
From Cooks (about 12 miles west of Manistique or 24 miles east of Rapid River on US-2): drive north 4.4 miles on County Road 442 to CR 437.
- Turn left (north) on CR 437 and drive 14.4 miles to FR 2767.
- Turn right (east) and drive 0.25 mile to the campsite.
- The access road crosses a short, steep hill and is narrow, but still capable of handling moderate sized vehicles.
The Minerva Lake Campsite is accessible via County Road 442, which connects to US-2 approximately 12 miles to the south.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.1447 / -86.4794
Elevation: 224 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
