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Michael D
VerifiedAugust 15, 2021 Stayed at: 34, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Nice, quiet and always enjoyable.
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About Monocle Lake
Monocle Lake Campground offers a a relaxing place to fish, swim and hike along the shores of scenic Monocle Lake just off Lake Superior. It is located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula in the northeastern corner of the Hiawatha National Forest.
The campground is centrally located among many recreational opportunities in the Sault Ste. Marie area, including the Whitefish Bay National Scenic Byway and Tahquamenon Falls.
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27 Sites Available
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01, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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02, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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03, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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04, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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05, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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06, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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07, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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08, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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09, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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10, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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11, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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12, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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22, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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23, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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24, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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25, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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28, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
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31, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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32, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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34, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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35, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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37, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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38, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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39, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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40, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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41, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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42, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel
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01, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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02, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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03, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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04, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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05, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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06, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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07, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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08, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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09, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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10, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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11, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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12, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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22, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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23, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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24, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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25, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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28, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
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31, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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32, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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34, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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35, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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37, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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38, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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39, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
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40, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
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41, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
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42, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
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Pet Friendly · Gravel
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Reviews
168 reviews
Summary
Monocle Lake campground offers a beautiful, peaceful setting with spacious, private sites and clean facilities, making it a favored choice for campers. Many guests appreciated the friendly camp hosts and enjoyed activities like hiking to scenic overlooks and kayaking on the lake. While some noted the lack of modern conveniences and issues with generator use, the overall experience is highly recommended for those seeking a rustic camping experience.
Based on guest feedback
4.6
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Based on 168 reviews
5 stars
66.1% (111)
4 stars
28.0% (47)
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Michael D
VerifiedAugust 15, 2021 Stayed at: 34, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Nice, quiet and always enjoyable.
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Ginny M
VerifiedAugust 10, 2021 Stayed at: 01, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
What a beautiful location! So clean and quiet. We had a wonderful time. This was our second time camping there, look forward to coming back.
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Ginny M
VerifiedAugust 10, 2021 Stayed at: 01, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
What a beautiful location! So clean and quiet. We had a wonderful time. This was our second time camping there, look forward to coming back.
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Rachel B
VerifiedAugust 5, 2021 Stayed at: 02, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
We loved Monocle Lake! Clean sites, decent bathrooms. And great access to the lake! Highly recommend.
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Rachel B
VerifiedAugust 5, 2021 Stayed at: 02, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
We loved Monocle Lake! Clean sites, decent bathrooms. And great access to the lake! Highly recommend.
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Robert C
VerifiedJuly 29, 2021 Stayed at: 10, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
We really enjoyed Monocle Lake. Most of the sites were very large with lots of separation between sites. Many would easily accommodate large RV's like our 43' coach. The campground was immaculate. The hosts were clearly doing a good job. The lack of a dump station was a bit of an issue, but the one at the ball field in town was just a few miles away.
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Robert C
VerifiedJuly 29, 2021 Stayed at: 10, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
We really enjoyed Monocle Lake. Most of the sites were very large with lots of separation between sites. Many would easily accommodate large RV's like our 43' coach. The campground was immaculate. The hosts were clearly doing a good job. The lack of a dump station was a bit of an issue, but the one at the ball field in town was just a few miles away.
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Emerson J
VerifiedJuly 21, 2021 Stayed at: 37, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
This was a great stop on my trip! Bay Mills is such a nice town and the Dancing Crane coffee house was excellent. The lake is beautiful and crystal clear, and I recommend stopping at the overlook to see it, Spectacle Lake and the cemetery. My only complaint is that my site was super rocky, and I didn't have the proper tent stakes for that kind of ground, so be prepared!
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Emerson J
VerifiedJuly 21, 2021 Stayed at: 37, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
This was a great stop on my trip! Bay Mills is such a nice town and the Dancing Crane coffee house was excellent. The lake is beautiful and crystal clear, and I recommend stopping at the overlook to see it, Spectacle Lake and the cemetery. My only complaint is that my site was super rocky, and I didn't have the proper tent stakes for that kind of ground, so be prepared!
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Location & Directions for Monocle Lake
N. 4149 Brevort Camp Road, St. Ignace, MI 49760 United States
Elevation: 196 ft
Getting There
12600 E Lakeshore Drive Brimley Michigan 49715
From Bay Mills, travel west on County Road 42 (Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway) for approximately half a mile, then turn south on Forest Road 3699 to the campground entrance.
Highway access
Monocle Lake Campground is accessible via County Road 42 (Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway), which connects to M-129 approximately 10 miles to the east.
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
2PM
Check out time
12PM
- Check-out time is at 12:00 PM.
- There is no office at this location; it has a self-pay station. Reservations cannot be modified here.
General
- Click here for more information on the Hiawatha National Forest
Fires & fuel
- Firewood from outside the area is not allowed to prevent pest spread. Obtain firewood locally and burn it on-site.
Cancellation policy
- Reservations cannot be exchanged for walk-up sites.
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Last updated: October 23, 2026
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