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Monument Campground

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Monument Campground is located near Oscoda in the Huron-Manistee National Forests. The area features flat terrain with dense forest cover. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer, and nearby attractions include the Au Sable River and Lake Huron.

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Location

Monument Campground is located in Michigan

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Directions

Monument Campground is located on River Road, 15 miles west of Oscoda, Michigan. From East Tawas: Follow Wilber Road north to Monument Road. Continue on Monument Road 11 Miles to River Road. Turn right and travel about .5 miles to the campground entrance on the left. From Hale, Michigan: Travel 11 miles north and east along M-65, turn right onto River Road and continue 3.5 miles to the campground entrance.

Coordinates

44.4336111 N
83.6183333 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol

For Vehicles

  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Aug. 6, 2025

Quiet spot in the pines

18 spots available. Half are reservable and half are first come first serve. There are a few double lots. Pay at entrance in envelope. Camp host came around to check our ticket. Clean pit toilets and water spigots throughout. Close to Lumbermans monument visitor center. $15 for single site or $30 for double. Half price if you have a Golden Age/Access or Interagency Senior/Access Pass

Site7
Month of VisitAugust
Reviewed Jul. 3, 2025

Nice place

Stayed here one night. Nice paved road and paved sites. Large sites with easy access to water and vault toilets. $15 a night. Not many people and half the sites are first come first served (easy to get a site in the middle of the week). Some road noise so we picked a site further back away from the road. Would stay again

Site6
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2023

Lovely rustic camping

Quiet and spacious sites. Near a lot of recreation, including Lumbermans Monument, the paddlers memorial, and the lovely Ausable River. Minutes away from Oscoda and Lake Huron.

Site16
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Monument Campground by Nicole , August 22, 2023
Reviewed Mar. 29, 2021

Family Friendly !

Lots to do nearby! Geocaching, canoeing, fishing or hiking to the nearby visitor center with a reproduction logging shanty or the educational programs in the pavilion. There is something for everyone here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Monument Campground?

Monument Campground offers basic but functional amenities for a comfortable outdoor experience. The campground provides clean vault toilets and water spigots located throughout the grounds for easy access. Each campsite has access to drinking water. The campground has a camp host on site who checks camping permits. With 18 total spots available at a rate of $15 for a single site ($30 for double sites), campers pay using an envelope system at the entrance. The campground's simple amenities support various outdoor activities available in the surrounding area.

What do the camping sites look like at Monument Campground?

Monument Campground features spacious, well-maintained sites with excellent accessibility. The campground has paved roads leading to paved campsites, making setup easy for all types of camping equipment. Sites are generously sized and spaced for privacy, with some double lots available for larger groups. Campers can choose sites further back from the main road to minimize occasional road noise. The 18 available spots are divided equally between reservable sites and first-come, first-served options, with the latter typically easy to secure midweek. Each site provides a natural setting while maintaining convenient access to the campground's water sources and toilet facilities.

Where is Lumberman's Monument Campground located in Michigan?

Monument Campground is located in Michigan along the scenic Ausable River, just minutes away from the town of Oscoda and Lake Huron. The campground is situated in close proximity to the Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, a notable local landmark. This convenient location makes it an ideal base for exploring both the natural riverine environment and the Great Lakes shoreline. The campground's position provides easy access to various recreational opportunities in Michigan's northeastern Lower Peninsula.

Are there hiking trails or attractions near Lumberman's Monument Campground?

The area surrounding Monument Campground offers numerous recreational opportunities. Visitors can explore the nearby Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, which features an educational reproduction logging shanty. The Paddlers Memorial and the beautiful Ausable River are additional attractions in close proximity. Activities available include hiking trails, geocaching, canoeing, and fishing. The pavilion at the visitor center hosts educational programs. For those willing to venture slightly further, the town of Oscoda and Lake Huron's shoreline are just minutes away, expanding the range of possible activities.