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Lake McDonald Dam County Park

Lake McDonald Dam County Park in Michigan offers a landscape with forests and water features. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park and Lake Gogebic State Park.

Description

County

The Gogebic County Park at McDonald Lake which is located on McDonald Dam Road in Ironwood, Michigan is unique from the other two campgrounds operated by the Forestry and Parks Commission, as it is a rustic campground. There is no fee at this campground and the campsites are designed for tenting only on a first come first serve basis. (Limit of 15 nights per visit) There is a total of six designated sites. The three sites on the lake shore have tenting pads and fire rings, the island sites do not.

Amenitites for day use include a fishing dock, a kayak launch, picnic area, vault toilet, and a boat launch available for no fee.

Fishing is also popular at McDonald Lake and species include Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Blue Gill, and Crappie.

Reservation Info

15 night stay limit

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Location

Lake McDonald Dam County Park is located in Michigan

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

46.39043911 N
90.01399747 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites

Features

For Campers

  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

FREE established camping

Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.


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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Lake McDonald Dam County Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lake McDonald Dam County Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Lake McDonald Dam County Park have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Lake McDonald Dam County Park does not have wifi.