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AuSable River State Forest Campground and Canoe Camp

AuSable River

AuSable River State Forest Campground and Canoe Camp

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Phone: 989-348-7068

Surrounded by tall pines and hardwoods, this scenic, rustic campground sits on the beautiful Au Sable River. The Au Sable River is known for trout fishing and paddle sports. There are eight sites for tent and small trailer use and five additional paddle-in/walk-in group sites near the river.

The campground is located 7 miles east of Grayling via North Down River Road and Headquarters Road.

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Amenities & activities

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Fishing

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Paddle-in campsite

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Paddling

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Walk-in campsites

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Water access

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Fishing

Brown, brook and rainbow trout are caught on the Au Sable River. Other nearby fishing opportunities include Lake Margrethe (10 miles southwest) and Kneff Lake (eight miles southeast).

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Paddle-in campsite

This campground is accessible from the Au Sable River for canoe camping. There are 5 paddle-in group sites.

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Paddling

Explore the Au Sable River from the campground.

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Walk-in campsites

There are 5 walk-in/paddle-in group sites. Parking is available near the kiosk in the campground. Follow signage to the group sites (Group camping rates apply).

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Water access

This rustic campground is located along the Au Sable River. Please be mindful of high-water safety.

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