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Guernsey Lake State Forest Campground

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Guernsey Lake State Forest Campground

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Phone: 231-922-5270

This rustic state forest campground, nestled on Guernsey Lake's north shore amidst oak and pine hills, offers 35 campsites for tents and small trailers, including 8 walk-in sites. The adjacent Sand Lakes Quiet Area is perfect for nature enthusiasts, hikers and anglers. Guernsey Lake is 50 acres and has a maximum depth of 64" feet, and anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bluegill, brown trout, perch and sunfish.

From the campground, visitors can access the 8.5-mile Sand Lakes Quiet Area Pathway, a moderate looped trail with varied terrain, that connects to the North Country Trail. Nearby, you'll find the Muncie Lake Pathway and Vasa Pathway.

The campground is located 8 miles west of Kalkaska via Island Lake Road and Campground Road.

Amenities & activities

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Boat launch

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Cross-country skiing

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Fishing

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Hiking

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Hunting

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Mountain biking

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Rustic sites

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Snowshoeing

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Vault toilet

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Walk-in campsites

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Water access

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Boat launch

A boat launch is located on Guernsey Lake.

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Cross-country skiing

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Fishing

Largemouth bass, brown trout, perch and panfish are caught in Guernsey Lake.

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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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Mountain biking

The Sand Lakes Quiet Area Pathway offers 8.5 miles of looped trails that are rated moderate with flat to very hilly terrain.

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Rustic sites

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Snowshoeing

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Vault toilet

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Walk-in campsites

There are eight walk-in sites that are 100-200 yards from the parking area. Visitors using these sites should be prepared to pack-in/pack-out their supplies and trash.

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Water access

This rustic campground is located on Guernsey Lake.

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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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