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Canoe Lake State Forest Campground

Canoe Lake Campsite

Canoe Lake State Forest Campground

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Phone: 906-341-2355

This rustic campground, nestled along the 34-acre Canoe Lake, offers exceptional fishing and paddling. With four lakeside campsites, ideal for tents and small trailers, it's a haven for those seeking solitude. Enjoy the added bonus of being less than 10 miles from the stunning Pictured Rocks National LakeshoreThe operation of an ORV and snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails, including Trail 8, is allowed.

The campground is located 18.3 miles northeast of Shingleton via H-15, Adams Trail, H-52 and County Road 454.

Amenities & activities

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Boat launch

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Fishing

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Hunting

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ORV trails/routes

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Paddling

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Rustic sites

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Snowmobiling

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Vault toilet

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Water access

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Winter camping

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Boat launch

A carry-in boat launch is on Canoe Lake.

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Fishing

Perch, bluegill and perch are caught in Canoe Lake.

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Hunting

This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.

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ORV trails/routes

The operation of an ORV between the campground and nearby trails, including Trail 8, is allowed.

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Paddling

Explore Canoe Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located directly from the campsites.

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Rustic sites

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Snowmobiling

The operation of a snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails, including Trail 8, is allowed.

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Vault toilet

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Water access

This rustic campground is located on Canoe Lake.

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Winter camping

This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.

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Recreation Passport required

A Recreation Passport (park pass) is required for vehicle entry into all state park and forest campgrounds.

Operating dates and amenities

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