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Jones Lake State Forest Campground

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Jones Lake State Forest Campground

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Phone: 989-348-7068

This charming rustic campground is nestled on the shore of Jones Lake. Recreation opportunities include fishing, paddle sports and watching wildlife. There is a small picnic area near the boat launch. There are 42 sites for tent and small trailer use. The campground is located 9 miles east of Federic via County Road 612 and Jones Lake Road.

Recreation Passport required

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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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Picnic area

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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 Jones Lake.

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Fishing

Panfish, walleye, pike and largemouth bass are caught in Jones Lake. Other nearby fishing opportunities include K.P. Lake (one and a half miles east) and North Branch Au Sable River (six miles east).

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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. Learn more about hunting.

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Paddling

Explore Jones Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located within the campground.

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Picnic area

There is a small picnic area near the boat launch.

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Water access

This rustic campground is located on Jones Lake.

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