Boat-in access is the defining logistical fact at Paint River Forks NF Campground, a US Forest Service site within Ottawa National Forest that cannot be reached by vehicle. The campground has around five sites, a pit toilet right on the river, and picnic tables. No pets are permitted. Cell service is rated very low by reviewers, and multiple campers note that the site draws an unpredictable crowd in the off-season, making it better suited to groups visiting mid-summer than solo travelers or early-season campers. RVs up to 45 feet are technically listed as compatible, though boat-in access makes that detail largely academic. Paddlers and anglers looking for campgrounds near Iron River will find Blockhouse Campground about four miles northeast as a driveable alternative.
Description
This campground is a small rural campground that offers river bank camping. Located at the fork of the South and North Branch of the Paint River it offers canoeing and fishing opportunities.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPaint River Forks NF Campground is located in Michigan near Iron River
Public CampgroundDirections
From Iron River, Mi., go west on US 2 to the City Limits, turn north onto County Road 653, travel approximately 9 miles north, turn left onto FR 3270, travel approximately 1 1/2 miles to campground on right.
Coordinates
46.23240556 N
88.71756436 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 24 min from Wausau, WI
- 2 hrs 48 min from Green Bay, WI
- 2 hrs 59 min from Appleton, WI
- 3 hrs 17 min from Oshkosh, WI
