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Bass Lake Campsites

This enormous, 290 acre lake features one campsite on its western shore and an improved boat launch on its eastern shore, approximately 4 miles away. Known for its excellent fishing, Bass Lake contains northern pike, largemouth and small- mouth bass, and bluegills. This campsite is nestled among hardwoods, is approximately 35 x 50 feet in size, and is suitable for only one family trailer. Swimming is considered to be poor. There is no back in boat access at the campsite.

General Information

Reservations through Columbus Day. No services/no reservations/no fees after that time Columbus Day through May 15.

May 15 - Columbus Day

Beginning May, 2022

  • Check-in Time: 2 pm
  • Check-out Time: 11 am

Camping at Bass Lake is by reservation only. Walk ins are not allowed. These sites may be reserved for up to 14 days. Reservations are made on the national recreation reservation system. To check availability of the campsites or to make a reservation, call 877-444-6777 or go to www.recreation.gov .

Overnight Use:
Single Site: $8/night.
Interagency Senior/Access Recreation Passes provide a 50% discount to Single Campsites ONLY.
*The discount applies only to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass holder, not to any additiol fee or campsite(s) occupied by members of the pass holder's party.*
https://store.usgs.gov/recreatiol-passes
Please be prepared to pay with CASH or CHECK.
*Sites may be reservable and reservation fees apply.*

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.1723

Longitude: -86.4651

Directions

From Manistique drive north on M-94 22 miles to County Road 437. Turn left (west) on CR 437 and drive 4.6 miles to Forest Road 2792. Turn left (east) on FR 2792 and drive about 0.75 mile to the campsite.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated March 20th, 2025