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Garey Lake State Forest Campground

Garey Lake State Forest Campground is located near Empire, Michigan, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 20s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan, offering opportunities for hiking and water activities.

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

Garey Lake State Forest Campground is located in Michigan

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

44.77812756 N
85.93919897 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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2 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 26, 2022

It was okay

Very rustic.. Wasn't terrible since we got to stay free because of no water on site .. Luckily we always bring a bunch of our own water, in case of emergencies. It was cool because we had a spot backed up to wooded area and private but definitely creepy being out in middle of nowhere in the pitch black. No light whatsoever. Other then that it was very peaceful!

Sitewas backed up to woods.. think it was 3
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  • Review photo of Garey Lake State Forest Campground by Stephanie S., July 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Garey Lake State Forest Campground by Stephanie S., July 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Garey Lake State Forest Campground by Stephanie S., July 26, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 15, 2016

Nice Location

Had an ok experience staying at Garey Lake, unfortunately though the pump well wasn't working. The vault toilets could have used a little more TLC, overall though a nice campground.

  • Review photo of Garey Lake State Forest Campground by Judy  B., July 15, 2016
  • Review photo of Garey Lake State Forest Campground by Judy  B., July 15, 2016
  • Review photo of Garey Lake State Forest Campground by Judy  B., July 15, 2016

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Garey Lake State Forest Campground?

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

  • Does Garey Lake State Forest Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Garey Lake State Forest Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Garey Lake State Forest Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is good, AT&T is poor, and T-Mobile is unknown.