King Lake State Forest Campground, near Covington, Michigan, is a peaceful spot that offers a rustic camping experience surrounded by nature. With only six sites available, it’s perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle and enjoy some quiet time by the water.

The campground features picnic tables and fire pits, making it easy to gather around for meals and evening campfires. Visitors have praised the beautiful lake views, with one camper noting, “Great view on the water sites.” The hand pump water and vault toilets are basic but well-maintained, ensuring you have what you need without the frills.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the area is ideal for canoeing and fishing, although some have mentioned that the fishing can be hit or miss. The tranquility of the lake is a big draw, with many campers appreciating the chance to unwind and soak in the scenery. As one reviewer put it, “Great place to enjoy peace and quiet.”

If you’re planning a visit, keep in mind that larger rigs might struggle with the access and maneuvering within the campground. But for those with tents or smaller campers, King Lake offers a charming retreat where you can truly connect with nature.

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

King Lake State Forest Campground

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This was a very quaint campground with only six spots. They seem to fill up because it is fairly close to Canyon Falls. We had just come straight from the falls and talked to some campers who were going the next day. The lake was very quiet a peaceful.  A few sites are right against the lake. Unfortunately, there was a family who claimed the best spot for fishing, didn't pay, and then left well after midnight. The DNR doesn't seem to come around often, so I wouldn't be surprised if that happens a lot.  The mosquitos we pretty fierce for being the end of July. The vault toilets were pretty standard. They were clean, but didn't exactly smell like roses.

Quaint and beautiful campground

Great place not far off US41 (6 miles). Six sites, two on the lake.

Small, quiet lake

Great place to enjoy peace and quiet. Canoeing is a treat as there is lots of wild life to see. Catching wasn’t the greatest but the fishing in absolute silence was perfect. 

Remote

Nice little rustic campground &amp; on a really nice lake great view on the water sites 

Quiet & very rustic 😎

Arrived around 5 pm on a Tuesday and there were two sites left. We got site 6 which has a good view of the lake, with site 5 in between. We brought a camper trailer but everyone else was renting. Quietest campground I’ve been to. Great fire pit and picnic table at site. Wish we would’ve brought kayaks... lake was still as can be! 

Beautiful and Quiet

Beautiful State Forest campground - vault toilets, hand pump water, $20/night (no reservations). We stayed on site #2 and used Starlink running off of a generator for everyday internet use - about 30-70 mbps download, some interruptions from trees but still reliable. AT&amp;T was only getting 1 bar where we were. Well-maintained campground, would stay again. 

I wouldn't suggest this park for larger rigs though - it is a long drive in and maneuvering within the park may be difficult. 

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