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Carney Lake State Forest Campground

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Carney Lake State Forest Campground

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Phone: 906-875-3324

Nestled on the shores of Carney Lake, this rustic campground provides 16 tent and small trailer sites. Enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, fishing, boating and direct access to ORV trails via a designated ORV road.

The campground is located 14 miles northeast of Iron Mountain via M-95 North and Carney Lake Road.

Amenities & activities

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Boat launch

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Fishing

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Hiking

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Hunting

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ORV trails or routes

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Paddling

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Water access

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Boat launch

There is a boat launch on Carney Lake.

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Fishing

Walleye, panfish and pike are caught in Carney Lake. Nearby fishing opportunities include Rock Lake (1 mile north) and Lake Antoine (7 miles southwest).

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Hiking

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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 or routes

The operation of an ORV between the campground and nearby trails is allowed.

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Paddling

Explore Carney Lake from the campground.

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Water access

This rustic campground is located on Carney Lake.

Trails & area maps

Recreation Passport required

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

Operating dates and amenities

View state forest campground rates. operating dates & amenities

State forest campground info

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Camping rules

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