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Whelan Lake Campground

Whelan Lake Campground near Custer, MI, is surrounded by forested terrain and offers access to Whelan Lake. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 20s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Ludington State Park and the shores of Lake Michigan, providing opportunities for hiking and water activities.

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Location

Whelan Lake Campground is located in Michigan

Detail location of campground

Directions

_ From Baldwin - _ Travel west on 56th St. for 13.5 miles.  Turn right and travel north on Walhalla Rd. for 1.25 miles. Turn right and travel west on FR 6661 for 2.25 miles. The campground is located on the left side of the road.

Coordinates

43.91048266 N
86.15748828 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Fair
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Pull-Through Sites

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2 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 14, 2023

I mean, it was free..

I was able to snag the last established spot before the ascent up to the clear cut. The spot was big and beautiful overlooking the river valley. Acces to the river from the site down a 70 degree descent, so not ideal for small kids or old folk. Myself and the hound were able to wade across the river in late spring but it was damned cold. It was a nice spot to wash up. There was ALOT of ORV traffic at all hours and locals/campers harvesting wood that had been clear cut previously.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Whelan Lake Campground by Neil , July 14, 2023
  • Review photo of Whelan Lake Campground by Neil , July 14, 2023
  • Review photo of Whelan Lake Campground by Neil , July 14, 2023
Reviewed Jul. 11, 2021

Quiet and peaceful

Got there fairly easy using gps. A lot of dirt and gravel roads. Overall peaceful experience although, can hear campers from other sites. Jerks left their trash hung up from a tree at one site but other than that it was pretty clean.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Whelan Lake Campground by Ginie S., July 11, 2021
  • Review photo of Whelan Lake Campground by Ginie S., July 11, 2021
  • Review photo of Whelan Lake Campground by Ginie S., July 11, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Whelan Lake Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Whelan Lake Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Whelan Lake Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Whelan Lake Campground does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Whelan Lake Campground?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.