Anglers and lake enthusiasts find direct water access at Trout Lake Campground, a municipal facility operating from mid-May through October in Moran, Michigan. The campground accommodates RVs up to 40 feet with full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections, plus a dump station for shorter stays.
Sites sit close to the lake shore, though several reviewers note the limited tree coverage throughout the property. The facility provides restrooms, showers, and allows campfires, with trash pickup service at individual sites during longer stays. A playground serves families, though some visitors mention it could use updates. Train tracks run alongside one edge of the property, and early morning trains around 5 AM can be quite loud with extended horn sequences.
The campground handles both individual campers and larger groups, with staff accommodating last-minute reservations when sites remain available. Jon M. found "clean showers and bathrooms" during his overnight stay. Site conditions can become muddy after heavy rains, making access challenging for some campers. The location provides convenient access to Hiawatha National Forest hiking trails.
For different camping experiences in the region, Three Lakes offers an alternative setting to the north.
Description
Situated on beautiful Trout Lake, the Trout Lake Campground offers many amenities to make your stay enjoyable. These include a boat ramp and swimming area on Trout Lake, showers, full hookups, and large sites. Trout Lake Campground is centrally located in the beautiful Eastern Upper Peninsula. Stay with us and see the sites!
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Location
Public CampgroundTrout Lake Campground is located in Michigan
Coordinates
46.1917732 N
85.04255381 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 36 min from Traverse City, MI
- 3 hrs 2 min from Midland, MI
- 3 hrs 4 min from Bay City, MI
- 3 hrs 45 min from Green Bay, WI














