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Pickerel Lake State Forest Campground (Otsego)

Pickerel Lake Otsego Lake

Pickerel Lake State Forest Campground (Otsego)

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Phone: 989-732-5485

This rustic campground is set against the sandy shoreline of Pickerel Lake with easy access to the scenic Pickerel Lake Pathway. There are many recreational opportunities available, including fishing, hiking, mountain biking and hunting. A small gravel boat launch, adjacent to the campground, offers access for small watercraft.

There are 39 sites suitable for tent and small trailer use. The campground is located 10 miles northeast of Vanderbilt via Sturgeon Valley Road and Pickerel Lake Road.

Recreation Passport required

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Operating dates and amenities

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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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Mountain biking

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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

Adjacent to the campground, there is a small, shallow gravel ramp that provides boating access to Pickerel Lake. The ramp is suitable for small watercraft. Current regulations allow for electric motors only.

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Fishing

Bass, bluegill and rainbow trout are caught in Pickerel Lake.

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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.

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Mountain biking

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Paddling

Explore Pickerel Lake from the campground.

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Picnic area

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Water access

This rustic campground is located on Pickerel Lake.

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