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

Lyman Lake Campsites

Lyman Lake Site 10Photo · USFS - Hiawatha National Forest
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
10Sites
40 ftMax rig

The place

The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience. Recreation Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters. Lyman Lake supports a diverse fishery of bluegills, pumpkinseeds, rock bass, largemouth bass and northern pike. Keep reading

There is a back-in boat access, with parking, located between sites 6 and 7. Swimming conditions vary based on site choice. Good swimming areas can be found at sites 3 and 5. Sites 4 and 6 have fair swimming areas. Sites 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 and 10 have poor swimming areas. Facilities There is NO drinking water available. Primitive toilets can be found at several of the campsites. Lake Name: Lyman Lake Number of Sites: 10 Maximum number of people per site: Sites 1, 7, 10 (8) Sites 2-4, 6, 8, 9 (16) Site 5 (24) Toilets: Yes Sites 3,4,5,8, and 9 Boat Access: Back-In, Public access launch in-between sites 6 and 7 Lake Size (acres): 67 Natural Features Lyman Lake has 10 campsites lining its shores, which can make this lake very busy! Each campsite has its own set of specific features. Sites 2,3,5,8, and 9 all had rock work and split rail done to them to bring back the edges of the site. Site 1 is on a small, wooded area, 35 ft x 25 ft and has good road access. This site is suitable for one family and a small trailer. Access to the lake is steep, but a stairway is provided. Site 2 is a level area that measures 40 ft x 30 ft in size and is suitable for two families and trailers. Access to the lake is steep, but a stairway is provided. Site 3 is on an open area, 75ft x 70 ft and is suitable for two families with trailers. Site 4 is 40 ft x 40 ft and very wooded. This site can accomodate two families with trailers, but turn-around space is very limited. Site 5 is a large area that measures 75 ft x 50 ft. and has good road access. It is suitable for three families and trailers. Site 6 is a large area that measures 75 ft x 60 ft. The ground slopes, making it difficult for trailers. This site is suitable for two families. Turning radius is very limited. Site 7 is 45 ft x 35 ft and is on a slope. It is suitable for one family. Tents are recommended at this site. Site 8 is wooded, 55 ft x 35 ft, and is situated on a hill overlooking Lyman Lake. The site is level and suitable for two families and trailers. Site 9 is wooded, 80 ft x 40 ft and on a hill overlooking Lyman Lake. The site is level and suitable for two families and trailers. There is limited turn-around space. Site 10 is in a wooded area, 50 ft x 30 ft, and overlooks Lyman Lake. It is isolated from the other campsites and has a seperate access road. This site is suitable for one family. Contact Info For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information. Nearby Attractions There are a number of horse, bike, and hiking trails within minutes of several of the sites. In over a mile from these campsites, visitors can expect to find: bait shops, general and grocery stores, gas, a pay phone, trailheads, a fishing pier, biking, and kayak/canoe rentals. Groceries, gasoline, fishing and camping supplies, ice and deli are available seven miles northeast on County Road 437 in the Thunder Lake area.

The sites · 10

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE001standard nonelectric24 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE002standard nonelectric20 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE003standard nonelectric40 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE004standard nonelectric30 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE005standard nonelectric40 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE006standard nonelectric24 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE007standard nonelectric24 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE008standard nonelectric30 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE009standard nonelectric24 ft
LYMAN LAKE CAMPSITE010standard nonelectric24 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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