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Tomahawk Lake State Forest Campground
Tomahawk Lake State Forest Campground
Nestled along the serene shores of the 40-acre Tomahawk Lake, the rustic campground offers 25 sites for tents and trailers of all sizes. There is a beautiful, sandy shoreline with picnic tables centrally located in the campground. Many visitors enjoy the opportunity to watch a variety of birds and wildlife that live near the lake, including elk, bear and whitetail deer.
Visitors also enjoy hiking along the High Country Pathway, which passes through the campground. Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in the chance to spot elk, bear, whitetail deer, and a variety of birds that call the lake home.
The campground is located 13 miles southeast of Onaway via M-33 South and Tomahawk Lake Highway.
Amenities & activities
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At a glance
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Detailed view
Boat launch
Cross-country skiing
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Mountain biking
ORV trails or routes
Paddling
Picnic area
Rustic sites
Snowshoeing
Vault toilet
Water access
Boat launch
There is a gravel and concrete plank boat launch on the east side of Tomahawk Lake, about a quarter mile from the campground. No-wake rules apply.
Cross-country skiing
Fishing
Large mouth bass, panfish and crappie are caught in Tomahawk Lake.
Hiking
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.
Mountain biking
ORV trails or routes
The operation of an ORV and snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails is allowed. The Atlanta Trail system is accessible directly from the campground.
Paddling
Explore Tomahawk Lake from the campground. Some campsites have direct access to the lake.
Picnic area
A picnic area with tables is centrally located in the campground.
Rustic sites
Snowshoeing
Vault toilet
Water access
This rustic campground is located on Tomahawk Lake.
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.
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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
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State forest campground info
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