Forest Service roads lead to this small campground on the shores of Perch Lake in Ottawa National Forest. The facility provides basic amenities including flush toilets, sewer hookups for RVs, and trash service, with both drive-in and walk-in sites available. Campers can launch canoes directly from the lake for fishing panfish, as one visitor noted the area works well for "catching some nice pan fish for dinner." The location requires a drive through forest roads but delivers access to quiet waters away from busier recreation areas. Pet owners will find the campground welcomes dogs, and campfires are permitted throughout the grounds. The combination of lake access and hookup availability makes this spot work well for RV campers who want fishing opportunities without crowds.
Description
Overview
Perch Lake Campground is located 10 miles south of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District. This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. This location provides visitors with excellent fishing, and a unique camping experience, with many of the spacious sites having lake access.
Recreation
Besides fishing, canoeing and kayaking is popular on this lake and an excellent way to experience the beauty of this area.
Facilities
This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. Each site offers a wood table, fire ring, and parking spur. Two sets of vault toilets, one accessible vault toilet and two hand pumps for drinking water are found within the camping loop. There is a boat ramp and parking area adjacent to the campground.
Natural Features
Perch Lake is ideal for those that want to get out on the water under their own power.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 661-8870.
Nearby Attractions
Hannah-Web Lake and Winslow Lake are also located just minutes west of Perch Lake.
Fee Info
There is a day use fee associated with the boat landing from May 15 October 15, of $5 per day per vehicle, or an annual pass for $30 per vehicle. The annual pass covers Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, Black River Harbor Recreation Area, Marion Lake boat landing, Bobcat Lake day use and boat landing, Henry Lake, Pomeroy Lake, Norway Lake day use, Perch Lake, Lake Ste Kathryn, and Courtney Lake day use and boat landing. Please plan accordingly to ensure you can pay the daily fee at the self-registration fee tube. If you would like to purchase an annual pass, they are available from the on-site campground host. If you have additional questions, contact Camp Host, LLC at 906-661-8870.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundPerch Lake Campground — Ottawa National Forest is located in Michigan
Directions
Perch Lake Campground is located in Iron County 10 miles southeast of the town of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District in the eastern half of the Ottawa National Forest. From Sidnaw larger towns of Ironwood and Marquette are within 2-hour drives. From Sidnaw, travel south on Sidnaw Road approximately 10 miles to the campground. The road is paved for approximately 6 miles and then turns to gravel. From Iron River, take County Road 657 north approximately 15 miles, turn slight right onto FR 2130, travel approximately 9 miles on FR 2130 to Sidnaw Road, turn left onto Sidnaw Road and travel approximately 2 miles to the campground.
Coordinates
46.364066 N
88.673526 W
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 41 min from Wausau, WI
- 2 hrs 41 min from Wausau, WI
- 3 hrs 12 min from Green Bay, WI
- 3 hrs 15 min from Green Bay, WI
- 3 hrs 27 min from Appleton, WI
- 3 hrs 28 min from Appleton, WI
- 3 hrs 46 min from Oshkosh, WI
- 3 hrs 47 min from Oshkosh, WI
