Highway noise from US-2 mixes with the sound of Lake Michigan waves at this Forest Service campground directly off the main road. The 26-dollar nightly rate covers access to both lakeside and wooded sites, with some offering direct beach pathways while others require a short walk over wooded dunes to reach the water.
Sites split between two distinct areas: lakeside spots provide immediate beach access but come with constant traffic sounds, while interior wooded sites offer more separation from road noise. Most sites accommodate RVs up to 45 feet, though the ground proves challenging for tent stakes according to recent visitors. Dan H. notes that "most sites are separated by natural forest" with clean pit toilets spaced throughout the campground.
The beach draws most camper activity, with swimming conditions and sunset viewing from the sandy shoreline. Vault toilets stay clean during the season, though early-season visitors may encounter maintenance issues. Generator use is prohibited on lakeside sites. For more camping options in the region, consider campgrounds around Moran or nearby Brevoort Lake Campground.
Most sites operate first-come, first-served, so lakeside spots fill quickly during peak summer months. Bring earplugs if you're sensitive to road noise.
Description
Overview
Lake Michigan Campground at St. Ignace provides great views and unlimited access to Lake Michigan. The area has excellent trails, winding hikers through ancient sand dunes, windswept foundations and a variety of vegetation.
Recreation
The campsites are located between 20- to 30-foot high sand dunes and are just steps away from great body-surfing waves, that crash onto the lake's sandy beaches during commonly high winds. Lake Michigan does offer fishing, but anglers tend to prefer Brevort Lake better, for its catches of walleye, pike, bass, perch and crappie. Campers at Lake Michigan have access to the popular Sand Dunes Cross-Country Ski Trail, as well as the North Country National Scenic Trail, which connects a host of natural areas, from valleys to hilltops, prairies to forests and everything in between. Both trails offer miles of terrain, keeping hikers busy for as long as they choose.
Facilities
The campground offers many shaded and open sites for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided. Accessible vault toilets are available, as well as drinking water. Hookups are not provided. Parking spurs are comprised of grass and dirt. A trash collection bin is available at the campground and a dump station can be found at Brevort Lake.
Natural Features
The campground stretches along a bluff between the highway and the lake. Dunes, waves, sand and wind are the primary environmental factors present. Visitors enjoy watching shorebirds, like the Spotted Sandpiper, which can often be seen running up and down the beaches throughout the day.
Nearby Attractions
Brevort Lake is about five miles from the campground. St. Ignace is about 18 miles from the campground and is the closest town.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.
Charges & Cancellations
Please cancel 7 days in advance if you need to cancel your reservation. Reservation sites cannot be traded for walk up sites.
Fee Info
Check in time is anytime after 2 p.m. Early arrivals will be charged for the previous day.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsLake Michigan At St. Ignace is located in Michigan near Moran
Directions
W 3853 US-2 Moran Michigan 49760 From Mackinac Bridge, take Highway 2 approximately 18 miles west to the campground entrance.
Coordinates
45.9858333 N
84.9716667 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 20 min from Traverse City, MI
- 2 hrs 46 min from Midland, MI
- 2 hrs 48 min from Bay City, MI
- 3 hrs 40 min from Green Bay, WI


















