Rollways Campground, near Hale, Michigan, is a peaceful spot tucked away in the Huron-Manistee National Forests. It’s a great place for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle, with spacious sites that offer a good amount of privacy and shade.

This campground is perfect for tent campers and RV enthusiasts alike, though keep in mind there are no electric hookups or dump stations. Visitors have raved about the cleanliness of the vault toilets and the availability of drinking water, making it a comfortable stay. One camper noted, “The outhouses were maybe the cleanest I’ve ever seen,” which is always a plus when you’re out in the wild.

If you’re into kayaking, you’re in luck! Rollways Campground is a popular base for those heading out on the Au Sable River. Some campers appreciate the convenience of kayak drop-off and pickup services, which can save you a lot of hassle after a long day on the water. Plus, there are scenic trails nearby for those who enjoy hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the area.

With a quiet atmosphere and friendly camp hosts, Rollways Campground is a solid choice for a relaxing getaway. Whether you’re planning a weekend trip or a longer stay, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

## Overview

 Rollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds established in Huron National Forest. The space is small and secluded and features an observation area, picnic grounds and log shelter.. The facility is located just off the River Road National Scenic Byway in northeast Lower Michigan. The byway showcases incredible views of the AuSable River Valley.
## Recreation

 Hike on the accessible trail that connects the campground and picnic area to Westgate Scenic Overlook. Bring binoculars and a camera to take advantage of the epic view. The same hiking path passes a stairway leading down to the river where visitors can fish and wade.
## Natural Features

 Rollways is perched on a high bluff overlooking Loud Dam Pond on the AuSable River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the great Lake Huron. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Follow the length of the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway, which parallels the AuSable River.

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This is one of my favorite campgrounds in Michigan.  The sites are big,  most are well shaded.   There is a steep but walkable trail down to the ausable river,  there is also some nice walking trails to various view points.   Vault toilets are usually clean.   There is usually a camp host. Right across the street from Rollaways Canoe Rental,  so you can walk back to your site after a day on the river.    

Peaceful and quiet

We come here every summer for our annual Au Sable kayak trip! The campground is nice and clean with a good amount of space between sites. What’s really awesome about this place is if you pay a little extra, they will provide dropoff and pickup of both your party and all your kayaks to the appropriate points so you don’t have to deal with transporting everything yourself. This comes in handy especially at the end of the kayak trip when you have to walk up a HUGE staircase, which is absolute hell with a kayak! They will drag your kayaks back with a boat and even drop them off at your campsites that night or the next morning and it is definitely worth every penny!

Best place to camp for kayaking the Au Sable

We tented this past weekend at Rollways and it was great! The sites were big. We brought our own kayaks and spent the day at on loud lake which was about a 15 min drive away. There were plenty of vault toilets which were very clean and water stations. Some sites were reservable and some were first come first serve. There were two or three sites that’s were close to the water which looked most preferable. 

Clean, quiet, nice!

Nice little campground in the forest. Only a couple other campers so it was really quiet. Short drive to the scenic byway with beautiful views. Outhouses were maybe the cleanest I’ve ever seen. There was a camp host but we didn’t get a chance to meet her. Only draw back having an RV is there is no dump/fill station so keep that in mind before you arrive, but it is a state forest campground.

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