We've been fulltiming since January and this was the first place we actually stayed the whole 14 day limit. Perfect location for exploring the Black Hills and so much fun exploring to do just at camp. There's a homemade sign that says no fires upon entering and a ranger confirmed that fires are not allowed out here, pit or no pit.

For starters, take North Pole Rd from 16. Renegade Pass is also an option, but we liked the other road better for the motorcycle. I believe you can camp along the whole road, but the real RV camping starts just past the Renegade/North Pole Rd junction.

I'm sure the best site for phone service would be the first site on the left on the top of the hill, but it gets windy up there. That's also the best spot for group camping. We camped nestled in the trees in the second campsite on the right, just past the one that goes down the hill.

There is room for multiple rigs in that area, but the spot just to the left when you pull in had the best service and was our favorite. We originally were in the turnaround at the end until a 40 ft 5th wheel showed up one night and set up right next to us, bringing their tent camping friends and zoo of children along. Upon moving the next morning we learned that the service was much worse at the first spot.

There are plenty of spots all the way down the road for rigs of all sizes, but don't expect to find a good spot on the weekend. People were cruising looking for spots everyday we were there, with some disrespectfully cramming in.

Edit: as of right now this listing is all jacked up. Coordinates are incorrect, "French Farm Lake Road" on Google Maps or 45.7621519, -84.7673995 will get you there. There is no water, trash services, or showers. Just 6 primitive sites with fire pits

We first came to French Farm Lake Rd to do a hike while staying with a local Boondockers Welcome host. We were excited to find our first real free camping in Michigan, and so close to Mackinaw City.

We showed up late Wednesday morning and just perfectly timed it when a couple had been packing up their camp, as there are only 6 or so sites and all were full. The sites back by the boat launch seem better for large groups.

We took site #1, which is one of the better sites IMO. Don't forget to grab a registration sheet on your way in (found near the camping sign before site #1). I had very little issue backing in our 24 ft class c with a utility trailer (37 ft total), though I had to maneuver the trailer into an opening off to the right of our driveway, as to find a more level spot. Only had to use one block under each front tire to level, with plenty of room to pull forward to unload my motorcycle. Plenty of wood around for a fire, though people had firewood for sale on the roadside when driving into the area.

Beware of sandy roads and make sure to scout before pulling in with your big rig. There is one opportunity to turn around via a parking lot of the right hand side when first entering French Lake Rd. The next spot would be what I think are sites 3 & 4, which is a big wide open lot also on the right, and also very sandy. The last would be the boat launch area at the end of the road, though that could prove impossible if there are a bunch of vehicles parked back there. So scout on foot first.

There are a few sites that would accommodate big rigs, the only way to know is to come check. It's kinda frustrating to be in states without dispersed camping, because there are a few spots that I would deem worthy, but alas you must stick to the designated sites. There are plenty of spots for a quick night's sleep in a van or smaller RV, just beware of the ranger. I've only seen them out here in the afternoon so far though.

My review is mostly based off of what we've been able to find in the area, this campground would not score as high if it were in WA or somewhere with endless options.

And as per usual in the Midwest, bring plenty of mosquito and fly products. They weren't horrible at our campsite, but evening walks are definitely not happening again.

The lake isn't anything special by my books so we skipped paddling here, though there appeared to be people fishing if that's your gig. Tons of trails suitable for hiking or biking, again, nothing too exciting on that front.

Come check it out!

Turning onto FS-222 is probably the worst part of the road that we experienced. Decent gravel with some slight washboard. There are practically infinite camping spots out here, big rigs included.

We had checked out two other sites in the Flagstaff area before landing here. We liked the selection of sites here the best and also have pretty good cell service. Great location to explore the area!

We were able to secure a super secluded spot for our 36 ft rig about a mile in with some tricky maneuvering. A little bit of garbage, but it wasn't trashed. I wouldn't bring anyone here that isn't comfortable with guns, as there is tons of noise coming from a nearby range. I would recommend camping near the beginning or take a right when the road forks and camp past there. The gun range is to the left and people shoot until around 11pm in our experience.

Also be careful of kids and pets bear the road, especially on weekends. Idiots were flying by going at least 60 mph on dirt bikes. Most riders were respectful though.

Pulling up we were a bit confused as there were paid sites near the bathroom. It appears that anything beyond that is dispersed. Easy access for big rigs with just a couple stretches of gravel road.

Nice level ground, wide open space. It can get extremely windy at night, but that was to be expected. There is an excavation site next to the hill that runs throughout the night. It adds a bit of light and noise, but it wasn't terrible.