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This rustic campground is on the shore of Perch Lake and offers great opportunities for fishing and paddlesports. There are 32 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use. Site #12 and #14 are walk-up sites, suitable only for tents.
Kayaks and canoes can be launched from the boat launch on the south side of the campground or via stairs located centrally within the campground. Additionally, a boating access site with a skid pier is accessible from County Road 410 or through the campground's main entrance off County Road 407.
The operation of an ORV and snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails is allowed. The Pine Ridge Trail is 1.5 miles south and Two Heart Trail is 7 miles northeast via county roads.
The campground is located 23 miles northwest of Newberry via M-123 and County Road 407.
A boating access site with a skid pier is accessible from County Road 410 or through the campground's main entrance off County Road 407.
Perch, pike, largemouth bass and panfish can be caught in Perch Lake.
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.
The operation of an ORV and snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails is allowed. The Pine Ridge Trail (1.5 miles south) and Two Heart Trail (7 miles northeast) are accessible from the campground via county roads.
Paddling is popular on Perch Lake. Carry-in access is located at the southeast side of the campground at the boat launch, or down a set of stairs which are centrally located in the campground.
Trail #8 is accessible from the campground via county roads.
This rustic campground is located on Perch Lake.
This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.
These rustic campgrounds offer stunning river and lakefront settings, perfect for fishing, boating, and paddling. Here's what you can expect:
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