Established Camping
Little Bass Lake Campsites — Hiawatha National Forest
Little Bass Lake Campsites in Hiawatha National Forest is surrounded by forested terrain and a nearby lake. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Campers can explore the nearby Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and the Seney National Wildlife Refuge.
Description
Overview
The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters. Little Bass Lake is 84 acres in size and features a carry-in launch site. This lake has a diverse fishery of largemouth bass, bluegills, northern pike, black crappies and perch.
Facilities
There is NO drinking water at this site. There is a primitive toilet located at this site. Lake Name: Little Bass Lake Number of Sites: 5 Maximum Number of People Per Site: 8 (all sites) Toilets: Yes Boat Access: Carry - In Lake Size (acres): 84
Natural Features
Little Bass Lake is perfect for those that are looking for an uncrowded, quiet camping experience with few amenities and even fewer neighbors! The lake is 84 acres in size and supports a diverse fishery.
Nearby Attractions
There are 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, boat rentals, ice, and MDNR licenses are available at Steuben, approximately five miles northeast on County Road 437.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 58 min from Green Bay, WI
- 3 hrs 18 min from Appleton, WI
- 3 hrs 48 min from Traverse City, MI
- 4 hrs 10 min from Wausau, WI
Location
Little Bass Lake Campsites — Hiawatha National Forest is located in Michigan
Directions
From Manistique, MI: drive north 22 miles on M-94 to County Road 437. Turn left (west) on CR 437 and drive 1.8 miles to FR 2213. Turn left (south) on FR 2213 and drive 1.5 miles to FR 2639. Turn right (west) and follow the road to the campsites.
Address
8181 US-2
Rapid river, MI 49878
Coordinates
46.161944 N
86.449444 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
