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Genes Pond State Forest Campground

Genes Pond Campsite

Genes Pond State Forest Campground

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Phone: 906-789-8217

This rustic campground is ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat. The campground is shaded by upland hardwood forest and is situated on Gene's Pond, a lake offering paddling and fishing opportunities. There is a large parking area near the boat launch for vehicles and boat trailers.

There are 14 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use. This is a "carry-in, carry-out" unit. Trash barrels are not provided. Please help keep the campground clean and take camping refuse to dumpsters located at the Gwinn Field Office. The campground is located 6.5 miles northwest of Felch via County Road 581 and County Road 422.

Recreation Passport required

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

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Amenities & activities

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Boat launch

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Fishing

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Hunting

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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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Winter camping

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Boat launch

A boat launch is located on Gene’s Pond.

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Fishing

Bass, pike, walleye and panfish are caught in Gene’s Pond. A nearby fishing opportunity is Pickerel Lake (3 miles northeast).

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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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Paddling

Explore Gene’s Pond from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 50 yards from the parking area.

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Rustic sites

Potable water is available via a well-hand pump.

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Vault toilet

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Water access

This rustic campground is located on Gene’s Pond.

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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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