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Avery Lake State Forest Campground

Avery Lake State Forest Campground, near Atlanta, Michigan, is a rustic spot that offers a laid-back camping experience surrounded by nature. With large wooded sites and a beautiful fishing lake, it’s a great place to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

This campground is perfect for those who appreciate a quiet atmosphere, as it rarely gets busy. Visitors have noted the clean facilities, including vault toilets, and the availability of picnic tables and fire pits at each site, making it easy to settle in for a cozy evening by the fire. One camper mentioned, “Nice sites with great views of Avery Lake,” highlighting the scenic beauty that surrounds you.

For those looking to explore, there are plenty of state forest roads nearby, perfect for hiking or biking. The lake itself is great for swimming and boating, with some walk-in sites offering beach access. As one happy camper put it, “The lake is amazing with several islands to explore,” making it a fantastic spot for a day of adventure.

Whether you're pitching a tent or parking your RV, Avery Lake State Forest Campground is a solid choice for anyone wanting to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy some quality time in nature.

Description

State Park

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

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Location

Avery Lake State Forest Campground is located in Michigan

Detail location of campground

Directions

Take Avery Lake Road, off of County Road 612, to state forest campground.

Coordinates

44.9317439 N
84.18701475 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Jun. 29, 2024

No lake sites

Good campground on a nice fishing lake. Large wooded sites but none that have lake access unfortunately

Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jun. 14, 2021

Not busy

This place rarely gets busy. Nice sites with great views of Avery lake. Clean privy, cold water. Quiet. Alot of state forest roads to explore around here

Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Sep. 3, 2019

Little Rustic Campground

This place was really nice and not very busy. It’s on a beautiful lake that is great for swimming and boating. It has a few walk in sites that have beach access. All sites include picnic table and fire pit. Shared rustic vault toilets available. There is a nice boat launch located within the campground as well.

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Reviewed Jul. 16, 2018

Rustic camping beautiful lake

very quiet low key campground. Not to busy. The lake is amazing with several islands to explore and one of the islands has a campsite. No busy roads near by so you really feel like you’re deep in the woods.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Avery Lake State Forest Campground?

    Avery Lake State Forest Campground allows vehicles up to 40 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Avery Lake State Forest Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Avery Lake State Forest Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.