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Jones Lake State Forest Campground
Jones Lake State Forest Campground
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.
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
View state forest campground rates. operating dates & amenities
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
Hunting
Paddling
Picnic area
Rustic sites
Vault toilet
Water access
Boat launch
There is a boat launch on Jones Lake.
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).
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.
Paddling
Explore Jones Lake from the campground. Carry-in access is located within the campground.
Picnic area
There is a small picnic area near the boat launch.
Rustic sites
Vault toilet
Water access
This rustic campground is located on Jones Lake.