Dispersed Camping
Swan Lake Dispersed Campsite
Swan Lake Dispersed Campsite is located near a lake in Michigan, surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Hiawatha National Forest, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring nature.
Description
Swan Lake (52 acres) is the most popular lake in the primitive campsite program, so getting a permit to camp can be quite competitive! All four campsites are located on the non-motorized Pine Marten Run Trail, which is open to hiking, mountain biking and horse back riding. There are three primitive toilets available, but no drinking water. All campsites on Swan Lake have excellent swimming areas. Swan Lake offers a good fishery for large and smallmouth bass, bluegills and pumpkinseeds.
Location
Swan Lake Dispersed Campsite is located in Michigan
Directions
From the Intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 miles east of Rapid River), drive north 19 miles on Highway 13 to CR 440. Turn right (east) and drive 2.7 miles to FR 2258. Turn left (north) on 2258 and drive 0.25 mile to FR 2725. Sites 2-4 are about 0.75 mile on 2725. To reach site #1 drive about 1.3 miles north on 2258 to FR 2013. Turn right (east) on 2013 and drive about 0.7 mile to site #1.
Coordinates
46.17215216 N
86.58883875 W
Detours Nearby
Mckeever Cabin
2 min away
Hickey Marsh Dispersed Camping
19 min away
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 34 min from Green Bay
- 2 hrs 53 min from Appleton
- 3 hrs 45 min from Wausau
- 4 hrs from Traverse City
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
We curate permit requirements across the US for our PRO members. Try PRO to see if Swan Lake Dispersed Campsite needs a permit.
