About Swan Lake Campsites
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Reviews (30)
What Guests Are Saying
Swan Lake Campsites is a cherished destination, with a beautiful, tranquil setting perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities like fishing and kayaking. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities and friendly rangers at the nearby national forest office, who provide helpful tips and materials. While some campers noted challenges with accommodating larger vehicles, the overall experience remains enjoyable, even in varying weather conditions.
What Guests Are Saying
Swan Lake Campsites is a cherished destination, with a beautiful, tranquil setting perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities like fishing and kayaking. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities and friendly rangers at the nearby national forest office, who provide helpful tips and materials. While some campers noted challenges with accommodating larger vehicles, the overall experience remains enjoyable, even in varying weather conditions.
Review Summary
Lindsey G
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2026 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
It was beautiful. We were lucky to find a site with out much advanced planning. The only done down side was that someone came to our site and took some of my daughters camp chair, stool, candle and painted rock. She had set it up a little ways a way form our tent and other gear so I’m guessing someone thought it was abandoned when we left to paddle. So I guesss we learned our lesson and will be more diligent about putting our things away if we leave our camp site for a the day. Overall, it was a great experience and looking forward to visiting again.
Julie V
VerifiedSeptember 8, 2026 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
Always a great time at Swan Lake. Very peaceful and a treat to see the Bald Eagles each year!
Lyle J
VerifiedJuly 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
lots of people using the boat launce or fishing at it
Wesley J
VerifiedMay 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
I have been going to swan lake since I was a little kid with my father and now I am an old man taking my son and grand son on trips to Swan Lake and we all love it.
Jennifer M
VerifiedOctober 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
This location was beautiful, the lake in the morning made everything feel so still and quiet. A great site for a service free, relaxing weekend or longer. The site didn't have the best place for the pop up camper, but we made it work for the area. Anything larger would be much more difficult. Campsite, bathroom, and fireplace were clean and in good condition.
Lyle J
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
Great, fun,nice spoct
Grace M
VerifiedJune 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
we had a quiet time with kayaking and dinners
It rained on and off but sunny days peaked through intermittently. but always a great place
Lindy S
VerifiedJuly 30, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
Didn’t go to Swan Lake Campsite. Went to Swan Lake Campground in MT which was excellent. Waiting to see if I get a refund
Donna L
VerifiedJuly 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
A beautiful, large site that's easy to find with well marked roads
timothy J
VerifiedSeptember 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SWAN LAKE CAMPSITE
Great site. Next to the boat ramp. Seems like they cleared a few trees after recent weather. Not really an even site but there is room between the site and the boat ramp where maybe you could be more level. BIG NOTE google maps took me down a road where the bridge is out for construction. Go the route where the other three sites have road access. The other way will probably be blocked until 2024.
Location & Directions for Swan Lake Campsites
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District, Rapid River, MI 49878 United States
Elevation: 241 ft
Getting There
From the Intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 mi east of Rapid River): drive north 19 mi on Highway 13 to CR 440.
Turn right (east) and drive 2.7 mi to FR 2258.
Turn left (north) on 2258 and drive 0.3 mi to FR 2725.
To reach sit...
From the Intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 mi east of Rapid River): drive north 19 mi on Highway 13 to CR 440.
Turn right (east) and drive 2.7 mi to FR 2258.
Turn left (north) on 2258 and drive 0.3 mi to FR 2725.
To reach sites 2-4: Turn left (east) onto FR 2725. Drive about 0.8 mi on FR 2725 to reach the sites.
To reach site 1: Drive about 1.3 mi north on FR 2258 to FR 2013. Turn right (east) on FR 2013 and drive about 0.7 mi to the site.
Highway access
Swan Lake Campsites is accessible via US-2, located approximately 14 miles to the south, and Forest Highway 13, which is the primary route leading north towards the campground.
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.
- Horse camping: All straw, hay, feed and manure must be raked up and hauled home.
- Horses must be properly tethered in designated areas
- 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 21, 2026
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