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Tom's Lake Cabin

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Pet Friendly

About Tom's Lake Cabin

Tom's Lake Cabin was built in 1991 and will accommodate up to eight people. The cabin is situated on a small knoll overlooking Tom's Lake, a 23 acre lake in the heart of the Hiawatha National Forest.

Number of accommodations: 1

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

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Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

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  • Pet friendly
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Up to 8 guests
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Reviews (37)

What Guests Are Saying

Tom's Lake Cabin is praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and serene atmosphere, making it a favorite for repeat visitors. Guests appreciate the remote location, spacious bunk area, and well-equipped kitchen, which enhance the overall experience. However, some have faced issues with noise from nearby logging operations and poor communication regarding refund requests, which detracted from their stay.

Review Summary

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Melissa C

Verified

September 15, 2025 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

1

Had the cabin booked for 2 weeks. Everything was fine until half way through. Then a logging operation started 900 feet from the cabin's front door. They worked for 12 hours a day and it was so loud it would wake us up in the morning and we had to listen to it throughout the entire day as we could easily hear it inside the cabin. Called the recreational manager for that district, Brenda, and left a message stating what the problem was and that we were leaving early due to all the noise. Requested a refund for the 2 nights we missed on the voicemail and through Recreation.gov. I also spoke to the Munising Ranger Station about my concerns as the station where the manager was located was closed to the public. He took all my info and said the manager would call me back. I have had zero response and my refund request had been pending online for almost a month. Logging operations in a national forest are scheduled events. I should have been notified in advance so I could have changed my plans without losing money. Never again. Poor experience, extremely poor customer service. I could have at least gotten a phone call back or a 2 night refund. Ridiculous.

Jim F

Verified

September 5, 2025 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

5

Very clean, new mattresses, no mice, and beautiful. This is our third trip there and hope to do many more. The biggest concern we have is getting the reservation on line. We got it when someone cancelled.

Jennifer C

Verified

May 21, 2025 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

4

Special place. Lucky to score a 3 day stay.
Remote but close to town. Cabin was cool even with temps in the 80’s. The bunk area was spacious and glad to see roller shades as were people that sleep in. Beds were comfortable. It was super quiet.
Kitchen/dining area had plenty of storage/space for gear and food prep.
Only downside was previous campers did not clean up after themselves.
Spent an hour cleaning up after them before we could set up for stay.
Hopefully I left it better than I found it for the next guests.

Scott C

Verified

January 9, 2025 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

5

Wonderful Christmas at Tom's Lake with our family. Eben Ice caves were beautiful. Kids enjoyed sledding in areas around cabin. Enjoyed the lake Superior shoreline east of Munising. We had no cell service within 10 miles of the cabin, so it really felt like a retreat.

WILLIAM Z

Verified

November 19, 2024 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

5

Cabin is great. The wood burning stove works very well. It was nice to have the wood provided.
I look forward to coming back.

Ted K

Verified

November 12, 2024 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

4

Very quiet at Tom's Lake for my 3 day stay.

Katie E

Verified

July 20, 2024 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

5

Clean and comfortable stay

Linda U

Verified

July 2, 2024 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

5

One of my new favorites! Quiet and remote. I was at the cabin by myself but can imagine it would be great for a family or group of friends (as long as they do not require electricity and running water😉).

Brian F

Verified

May 13, 2024 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

5

Excellent stay as always. I installed a new bench top to one of the benches down at the fire pit. I noticed it was in bad shape from our stay last fall. Couldn’t find the can to put the ashes in from the wood stove, put them in the fire pit and soaked them. Wheelbarrow in the shed needs a new tire, won’t hold air. Thought I should let someone know. Glad to help out to keep that place nice. Love it there, it’s a beautiful place.

Ken W

Verified

May 2, 2024 Stayed at: TOMS LAKE CABIN, Loop: TOM'S LAKE CABIN

5

We had a great four day stay.

Location Tom's Lake Cabin

Address:
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District, 8181 Us Hwy 2
Rapid River, MI, 49878
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 46.1611 / -86.5906

Elevation: 241 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • A combination code is needed to access the cabin. Be sure to check your confirmation letter for the combination code. There is a new lock on the wood shed and the combination code is in the cabin.
  • Cabin does not have electricity. You must bring all your own supplies including: camp stove, dishes, cooking and eating utensils, toilet paper, water containers, lanterns, flashlights, bedding and pillows.
  • In winter; plan to ski, snowshoe, or snowmobile the quarter mile entry road as it is not plowed.
  • No trash services; This facility is "Pack it in, Pack it out".
  • Pets are allowed at this site but must be on a leash. Pets cannot be left alone in the cabin.
  • Tents, RVs and trailers may not be used in the vicinity of the cabin without prior written approval
  • Off road use of ATVs or OHVs is prohibited by law. Occupants are expected to clean the cabin and the grounds prior to departure.
  • Click here to learn more about 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: June 5, 2026

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