Benton Lake is a 33-acre lake completely surrounded by National Forest land. The North Country National Scenic Trail is located off Pierce Drive, about 2 miles east of the campground entrance road. This site is usually quiet, but there are lots of activities, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and hiking. This campground is very popular during hunting season.
At a Glance
Current Conditions:
This campground is open May 3 to Sept. 9, 2018. Gated when closed. The sites at this campground are first come, first served.
Operational Hours:
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted. Forest quiet hours apply.
Area Amenities:
Boat ramp,Parking
Fees
Concessionaire Fee - Camping (per night):
Single Site: $18.00
Day Use (per vehicle)
Per Day:$6.00
Extra Vehicle: $7.00
Permit Info:
Special Use Permit -
No special use permit is required for individuals or small groups (74 people or less).
Permits are required for commercial, event or large groups (75 people or more).
Visit the Passes and Permits section for more information on obtaining a special use permit.
Open Season:
May 3 - Sept. 9
Usage:
Light
Restrictions:
As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders -
Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02
Occupancy and Use - Developed Recreation Areas, Dispersed Areas, Being Publicly Nude, Marine Prohibitions, Parking and Sanitation; R904-14-03