Established Camping
Leg Lake Campsites — Hiawatha National Forest
Leg Lake Campsites, near Rapid River, Michigan, is a straightforward camping area that offers a no-frills experience for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With a row of sites set in an open meadow surrounded by trees, it’s a decent choice for campers who appreciate a simple setup without the distractions of modern amenities.
The campground features fire pits and access to a nearby creek, making it a nice spot for evening campfires and some fishing. Visitors have enjoyed the sunshine throughout the day, which is perfect for solar setups and stargazing at night. As one camper noted, “It’s great for solar setups— all day sunshine.”
While privacy between sites is limited, the atmosphere is generally relaxed, with a camp host on-site selling firewood. The area is also known for its wild blackberries, which campers have enjoyed picking right behind their spots. If you’re looking for a place to unwind and connect with nature, Leg Lake Campsites offers a straightforward camping experience that’s worth considering.
Description
Overview
There are many campsites on the Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest. Many are located on inland lakes and are in a rustic forest environment with few to no amenities and no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience. All of these sites are nestled in hardwood trees and pines. All of them are on small inland lakes, which offer a wide variety of fishing opportunities.
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these dispersed campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters. Leg Lake has good fishing for northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappies and bluegills. Some yellow perch and bullheads may be caught. There is an unimproved boat access located adjacent to site 2. It is intended for day use only. Only small boats and trailers are recommended at this access.
Facilities
There is NO drinking water available at these sites. There is a primitive toilet located at site 1. Lake Name: Leg Lake Number of Sites: 2 Max Number of People Per Site: Site 1 (24), Site 2 (8) Toilets: Yes at site 1 Boat Access: Back-In at site 2 Lake Size (acres): 40
Natural Features
There are two campsites located on Leg Lake. These sites lie about 0.25 miles west of County Road 437 between Forest Roads 2697 and 2438. Each of these has specific features as detailed below: Site 1 is located on the west side of the lake. It is a very large semi-open area that would be suitable for group camping or family gatherings with trailers. Site 2 is a small, wooded area located on the east side of the lake. 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 is 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. Gasoline, groceries, fishing and camping supplies, ice and deli are available approximately two miles south on County Road 437 in the Thunder Lake area.
Location
Leg Lake Campsites — Hiawatha National Forest is located in Michigan
Directions
From Cooks (about 12 miles west of Manistique or 24 miles east of Rapid River on US-2): drive north 4.4 miles on County Road 442 to CR 437. Turn left (north) on CR 437 and drive 13.3 miles to FR 2697. Turn left (west) and drive to site 2 or To get to site 1: turn left (west) off CR 437 at about 13.2 miles on FR 2438 and drive 0.7 mile to reach site 1.
Address
RAPID RIVER/MANISTIQUE RANGER DISTRICT
8181 US HWY 2
Rapid river, MI 49878
Coordinates
46.128889 N
86.4825 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 52 min from Green Bay
- 3 hrs 12 min from Appleton
- 4 hrs 4 min from Wausau
- 4 hrs 8 min from Traverse City
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Pull-Through Sites
