Kayakers and anglers can access Beaufort Lake directly from their campsites at this small state forest campground in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The campground sits right on the lake's shoreline with a boat launch and small beach area for water activities. Bald eagles frequent the area, flying between the lake and a beaver pond across the road, while local waterfowl often approach campsites.
The 20-site campground operates as a typical state forest facility with vault toilets, a hand pump for water, and no electrical hookups. Sites accommodate RVs up to 20 feet and allow campfires and pets. Richie C. notes the campground is "kinda just 'there'" with limited privacy between sites and minimal tree coverage. The ground can become muddy during wet conditions.
Campers report the facility stays relatively uncrowded, with only a few sites typically occupied on weekends. Cell coverage allows for satellite internet connections, and the vault toilets are newer installations. The $20 nightly fee requires no advance reservations. For additional camping options in the region, visitors can explore places to camp near Michigamme or check out Craig Lake State Park Campground three miles north. This works best for campers wanting lakefront access without amenities.
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/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html
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Map & DirectionsBeaufort Lake State Forest Campground is located in Michigan near Michigamme
Directions
Located 1.5 miles SE of Three Lakes via US-41 and Beaufort Road.
Coordinates
46.54793058 N
88.18933436 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 46 min from Green Bay, WI
- 2 hrs 55 min from Wausau, WI
- 3 hrs 5 min from Appleton, WI
- 3 hrs 25 min from Oshkosh, WI
