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House Lake State Forest Campground

House Lake Campsite

House Lake State Forest Campground

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Phone: 989-539-3021

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.

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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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Paddling

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Rustic sites

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Snowshoeing

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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 gravel boat launch is located on Hoister Lake, near House Lake.

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Fishing

Nearby fishing opportunities include Hoister Lake and Trout Lake. Trout, bass and other small game fish can be found in both lakes.

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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. The Gladwin Field Trial Area is adjacent to the campground.

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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.

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Rustic sites

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Snowshoeing

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Vault toilet

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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.

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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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