Overlooking Van Etten Lake, near Wurtsmith Air Force Base, this rustic campground offers 49 versatile sites for tents, small trailers and large trailers. Campers will enjoy fishing on the 1,320-acre lake. Sites 36-46 have direct lake access via footpaths, and a picturesque walking path lines the water's edge. A boating access site is in the campground. Sites 12, 38 and 48 are accessible.
The campground is located near the Iron Belle Trail, which can be accessed south of the campground via F41 and River Road.
The campground is located 4.5 miles northwest of Oscoda via US-23 and F-41.
MDHHS has issued consumption guidelines for fish with elevated PFOS levels and an advisory to avoid swallowing foam for Van Etten Lake as high levels of PFAS may be present. Find consumption guidelines for fish with elevated PFOS levels.
The campground is located near the Iron Belle Trail, which can be accessed south of the campground via F41 and River Road.
A boating access stie is located in the south side of the campground.
Fishing is a popular activity on Van Etten Lake where perch, walleye, pike, and bass can be caught.
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.
Old State House ORV Trailhead is 5.5 miles southwest of Van Etten campground. ORVs and snowmobiles are prohibited in the campground.
Paddling is a popular activity in the lake.
Old State House trailhead is 5.5 miles southwest of Van Etten campground. ORVs and snowmobiles are prohibited in the campground.
This rustic campground is located on Van Etten Lake.
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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