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

Nichols Lake South Campground

Nichols Lake Campground signPhoto · USDA BWC
OpenSeason 05-13 – 09-05
ReservableAccess
28Sites
65 ftMax rig

The place

Located on the south side of Nichols Lake, the campground and surrounding area offer excellent opportunities for fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking, camping, or just relaxing. Recreation Fishing and boating are popular activities at Nichols Lake. There is a paved boat launch at the campground. This site is one of the locations on the National Forest's for Kids Fishing Day Events for Michigan's Free Fishing Day in early June. Ice fishing is also popular in the winter. Swimming areas are marked with buoys, but there are no lifeguards. Keep reading

The North Country National Scenic Trail goes through the site near the boat ramp, providing good hiking opportunities. Facilities Nichols Lake has 29 family sites on paved spurs. Drinking water, flush toilets, and showers are provided. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. A wood ramp and stairs lead down to the lake from the campground. A short path along the lake provides access for fishing. Natural Features At 160 acres, Nichols Lake offers shore, pier, and boat fishing. Typical fish species available include bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, black crappie, and northern pike. There is a swimming beach and accessible fishing pier available. Those wishing to enjoy the day at Nichols Lake will find a day use area located on the north side of the lake. Nearby Attractions The North Country Trail covers 4,600 miles from Crown Point, NY, to Lake Sakakawea State Park, ND. The segment that includes Nichols Lake has beautiful sections for both the advanced and weekend hikers. The nearest towns are Woodland, Bitely, and Brohman, about two miles to the south. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

The sites · 28

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND01standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND02standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND03standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND04standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND05standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND06standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND07standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND08standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND09standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND10standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND11standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND12standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND13standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND14standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND15standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND16standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND17standard nonelectric50 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND18standard nonelectric50 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND19standard nonelectric50 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND20standard nonelectric65 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND21standard nonelectric35 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND22standard nonelectric46 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND23standard nonelectric50 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND24standard nonelectric49 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND25standard nonelectric42 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND26standard nonelectric42 ft
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND27standard nonelectric
NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND28standard nonelectric

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 American Land & Leisure, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

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Your representative

This campground sits in MI-02. This member’s public-lands record →

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