Loons calling across Green Lake in the early morning is one of the more consistent details reviewers mention about this forested section of Interlochen State Park. The 600-series sites that make up the north loop are separated from the 700-series south sites by the boat launch area, and the layout gives the north section a distinct character: large, mostly level sites spaced well apart, with some positioned directly on the water. Access is drive-in, and RVs up to 30 feet can use the electric hookups available here.
Amenities are limited but functional. Water comes from hand pumps, restrooms are pit toilets, and showers require a short drive or roughly a mile walk through the woods to the main Interlochen campground. Stairs lead directly down to the lake, which reviewers describe as clean, though the shoreline is rocky and mucky rather than a proper beach. The state park does flag swimmer's itch as a seasonal concern, so check current conditions before letting kids wade in.
Road noise is the most frequently mentioned drawback. The campground runs parallel to M-137, and several reviewers note that traffic carries into the sites, particularly for light sleepers. Cell coverage is limited, with one reviewer getting only one bar of LTE on T-Mobile. Duck Lake Campground sits just to the northeast if electric hookups and more developed facilities are a priority. Gerard E. sums up the setup plainly: "No electric, hand pump for water and pit toilets spread throughout the area." This campground makes the most sense for campers who want direct lake access and spacious sites and can tolerate the trade-offs that come with rustic infrastructure.
Description
Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more:https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Warning 2 Alerts are In Effect
There are 2 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
Check in your campsite reservation and occupy your campsite no later than 3 p.m. one day after your scheduled arrival date to avoid being automatically cancelled. If you need to arrive later, you must adjust your arrival date by calling 1-800-44(PARKS) or by going on-line to www.midnrreservations.com . If you don't check in or update your arrival date, our system will automatically cancel your reservation and youll incur the loss of two nights' fees, the non-refundable reservation fee, $10 cancellation fee and the reduced-stay fee. Staff are unable to override this process.
We want to share some helpful tips for your arrival. Please be aware that MDOT is currently rebuilding a 7.8-mile stretch of US-31, which may impact access to J. Maddy Parkway. A signed detour will be in place, but we recommend checking the [MDOT project site] for the latest lane closures and detour maps before you hit the road.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsGreen Lake Rustic North is located in Michigan near Interlochen
Directions
The park is located at 4167 M-137, Interlochen, MI, 49643. From US-31, south on M-137. Park # is 231-276-9511
Address
4167 M 137
Interlochen, MI 49643
Coordinates
44.62619299971839 N
85.76675481942046 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/1/26
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/1/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 25 min from Traverse City, MI
- 1 hr 54 min from Midland, MI
- 2 hrs 7 min from Muskegon, MI
- 4 hrs 35 min from Green Bay, WI
