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Benton Lake Campground

usfs · MI

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  • dump station5.3 mi
  • fuel station4.0 mi

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About

Benton Lake is a 33-acre lake completely surrounded by National Forest land. The North Country National Scenic Trail is located off Pierce Drive, about 2 miles east of the campground entrance road. This site is usually quiet, but there are lots of activities, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and hiking. This campground is very popular during hunting season.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Newaygo County Parks

    5.3 mi
  • fuel station

    Mobil

    4.0 mi
  • propane

    Propane

    3.9 mi
  • grocery

    Ed’s Orchard Market

    10 mi
  • trailhead

    Nichols Lake North Nct Trailhead

    4.4 mi
  • attraction

    Loda Lake National Wildflower Sanctuary

    3.7 mi
  • recreation site

    Boat launch

    0.2 mi

Forest road access near this stay: BENTON LAKE in Huron-Manistee National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/10/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.