Public Campground
Chimney Loop Campground
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The water at our facility has been shutoff for the winter season. Please bring all the water youll need for your visit, including drinking water.
Chimney Loop Campground is located near Mio in the Huron-Manistee National Forests. The area features forested terrain with a mix of trees and open spaces. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from the 20s in winter to the 80s in summer, and nearby attractions include the Au Sable River and Lumberman's Monument.
Description
Overview
Chimney Loop Campground is located on the shores of Wagner Lake. Wagner Lake is a shallow sandy bottom lake that is entirely surrounded by National Forest. The lake has excellent bass and pan fish fishing. Chimney Loop campground can accommodate groups of up to 30 people and six cars.
Recreation
Water Activities: Wagner Lake provides visitors opportunites for swimming and beach play. Non-motorized watercraft such as canoes and kayaks can be carried into Wagner Lake. Anglers can try their luck from shore, wadding, or by boat to catch bass and pan fish.
Facilities
Facilities at Chimney Loop Campground include a vault toilet, three picnic tables, three fire rings, and use of a historic chimney. Garbage service and handpump wells for drinking water are provided around the corner at Wagner Lake Campground.
Natural Features
The Chimeny Loop group site is set in a forest of oak and pine trees. A very short walk from the shores of Wagner Lake makes this the perfect destination for visitors looking for some solitude. Chimney Loop Campground is located just a short drive from the AuSable River and is close to ORV trails.
Charges & Cancellations
All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.
Location
Chimney Loop Campground is located in Michigan
Directions
From Grayling: Travel east on M-72 for 30 miles. Turn right and travel south on M-33 for 7 miles. Turn right and travel west on Wagner Lake Rd. for 1.5 miles. The site is located on the left.
Address
107 McKinley Road
Mio, MI 48647
Coordinates
44.5526222 N
84.1570389 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 6 min from Bay City, MI
- 1 hr 16 min from Saginaw, MI
- 1 hr 16 min from Midland, MI
- 1 hr 30 min from Traverse City, MI
