Warning
GeneralOpening day for Monocle Lake has been postponed to June 12th, 2026, due to a Forest Service paving project. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
About Monocle Lake
Number of accommodations: 27
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (77)
Review Summary
Pete B
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2020 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Great campground!!!!! Loved the location (15 minutes West of Sault Ste Marie and about 1 hour from Whitefish Point. The campground has different hosts every year and, the hosts this year, Larry and his wife, were AMAZING and some of the nicest people I have ever met. Coming around and asking if I needed help, Larry even helped me put up my tent and build a fire! The sites are nice and separated and the campground is super quiet. I barely saw a soul. It is rustic with just pit toilets, but, if you're fine with it, it's no big deal. Monocle Lake itself is beautiful and quiet as well. Overall, amazing stay! Loved it so much!
James D
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
This is a really nice park and, while the restroom facilities are a little older than many in the southern part of the state, they were clean and well-kept. The ranger at the registration booth was very courteous and helpful. The bike trail that runs right beside the park was very handy and we enjoyed a pleasant ride. We were on our way to the UP and this was a great stopping point on the way.
Chris B
VerifiedSeptember 20, 2020 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Great campground. sites are spread out and not on top of each other.
Marius G
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 40, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Great campground, host very friendly, clean restrooms.
Rosa B
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 37, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Clean park restrooms were very clean. Sites are big. Camp host has budles of wood for sale.
Dancing crane coffee house is a must stop at if you are coffee drinker.
Whitefish bay scenic byway has beautiful stops.
Julie S
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 41, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
We love this campground. Big sites. Campground was well run, very clean.
Ericka L
VerifiedAugust 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Nice Lake, not much beach for swimming. Campsites are clean and well-spaced
Sue N
VerifiedAugust 30, 2020 • Stayed at: 06, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
We loved Monocle Lake! The campsites are very large, lots of privacy. The lake was quiet, and clean. The camp hosts were very helpful. We definitely will be back!
Ronald R
VerifiedAugust 27, 2020 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Wonderful, generous side campground, great jumping point to many attractions in UP
Rachelle H
VerifiedAugust 26, 2020 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: MONOCLE LAKE
Our time here at Monacle Lake was great!! The hosts were so nice. The lake was clear and beautiful, a great place to swim!!
Location Monocle Lake
Address:
N. 4149 Brevort Camp Road
St. Ignace, MI, 49760
United States
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.4725 / -84.6392
Elevation: 196 feet
Policies & Rules
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Click here for more information on the Hiawatha National Forest |
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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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Reservations cannot be traded for walk up sites. |
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Check in time is anytime after 2 pm. |
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This location does not have an office. It has a self pay station. Reservations cannot be changed at this location. |
Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralOpening day for Monocle Lake has been postponed to June 12th, 2026, due to a Forest Service paving project. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
