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House Lake State Forest Campground
House Lake State Forest Campground
This secluded, rustic campground is home to 41 campsites near the Gladwin Field Trail Area. The campground is split into two loops. The area offers excellent fishing, hiking and paddling opportunities. There is trail access to the nearby Trout Lake Pathway, which is a beautiful 2.8-mile loop. The campground neighbors Trout Lake State Forest Campground to the north.
There are 41 campsites available, 35 of which will accommodate a 40-foot vehicle/trailer. The campground is located 17 miles north of Gladwin via M-18 N and Adams Road.
What to expect, finding a site
These rustic campgrounds offer stunning river and lakefront settings, perfect for fishing, boating, and paddling. Here's what you can expect:
- No reservations. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- There are vault toilets.
- Potable (drinking) water is available from a hand-pump well.
- No electrical available.
- Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk at each campground.
- Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay.
- One camping unit and six people are allowed per site.
Rates, dates and more
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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State forest campground info
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Amenities & activities
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At a glance
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Detailed view
Boat launch
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Paddling
Rustic sites
Snowshoeing
Vault toilet
Water access
Winter camping
Boat launch
A gravel boat launch is located on Hoister Lake, near House Lake.
Fishing
Nearby fishing opportunities include Hoister Lake and Trout Lake. Trout, bass and other small game fish can be found in both lakes.
Hiking
Hunting
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling. The Gladwin Field Trial Area is adjacent to the campground.
Paddling
Explore Hoister Lake and Trout Lake, a short distance away from House Lake campground. Boat launches are on the south side of both lakes. Electric motors, kayaks and canoes are permitted.
Rustic sites
Snowshoeing
Vault toilet
Water access
This rustic campground is located on House Lake. There is water access to House Lake and Hoister Lake from both loops of House Lake campground.
Winter camping
This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.