U.S. Forest Service · Hiawatha National Forest · MI

Au Train Lake Campground

AuTrain Lake Campground - Main DrivePhoto · USFS - Hiawatha National Forest
OpenSeason 05-15 – 09-30
ReservableAccess
34Sites
60 ftMax rig

The place

Located at the south end of AuTrain Lake, this campground is favored by anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The quiet setting is great for family trips, and visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities year-round, all less than a day's drive from major urban areas of Michigan and Wisconsin. Recreation The large size of the lake provides miles of prime water skiing, boating, swimming and fishing. Anglers can expect a healthy catch of bass and a variety of perch. Canoeing is also popular on AuTrain Lake and the nearby AuTrain River, which meanders into Lake Superior. Keep reading

The campground also provides access to the popular two-mile Songbird interpretive trail, which winds through forest and field, along bog and lakeshore, and is popular for birding. A wildlife viewing platform is available at neighboring Buck Bay and Buck Bay Creek. Facilities The campground offers dozens of large, wooded campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A boat ramp is available at the parking area of the campground, and the lot offers plenty of space for turning and parking. Boat rentals are available in AuTrain. Natural Features AuTrain Lake is located in the upper peninsula of Michigan, between three of the Great Lakes. It sits amid rolling hills forested with pine and aspen trees, as well as large open and tree-covered wetlands. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111. Nearby Attractions The city of AuTrain, located on the shores of Lake Superior, is about 5 miles from the campground.

The sites · 34

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
AuTrain Lake Campground001standard nonelectric60 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground002standard nonelectric35 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground003standard nonelectric40 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground004standard nonelectric35 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground005standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground007standard nonelectric35 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground008standard nonelectric35 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground009standard nonelectric25 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground010standard nonelectric55 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground011standard nonelectric45 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground012standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground013standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground014standard nonelectric20 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground015standard nonelectric25 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground017standard nonelectric40 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground018standard nonelectric25 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground019standard nonelectric25 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground020management25 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground021standard nonelectric50 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground022standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground023standard nonelectric35 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground024standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground026standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground027standard nonelectric35 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground028standard nonelectric25 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground029standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground030standard nonelectric35 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground031standard nonelectric45 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground032standard nonelectric40 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground033standard nonelectric40 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground034standard nonelectric60 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground035standard nonelectric30 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground036standard nonelectric50 ft
AuTrain Lake Campground037standard nonelectric45 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Who runs it

Operated by Vista Recreation, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

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