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East Lake Campsites

Three primitive campsites are located on the 53 acre East Lake. East Lake has fishing for largemouth bass, perch, bluegill and bullheads. There is no drinking water at this location. A boat access is located just past site #1. It is unimproved, shallow and sandy. Carry-in access is recommended.

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 East Lake is by reservation only. Walk ins are not allowed. These sites may be reserved for up to 14 days. Reservations are made on our 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 .

Camping fee is $8 per night per site. Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.178469

Longitude: -86.413376

Directions

From Manistique drive north 25 miles on M-94 to FR 2246 (Clear Lake Road). Turn right (east) and drive 0.15 mile to FR 2661. Turn right (southeast) and drive 0.25 mile south of Forest Road 2246 on the hard-pack, sandy road. M-94122462661CampsiteCarry

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 20th, 2025