Benton Lake Campground
usfs · MI
- 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.
- 5.3 mi
dump station
Newaygo County Parks
- 4.0 mi
fuel station
Mobil
- 3.9 mi
propane
Propane
- 10 mi
grocery
Ed’s Orchard Market
- 4.4 mi
trailhead
Nichols Lake North Nct Trailhead
- 3.7 mi
attraction
Loda Lake National Wildflower Sanctuary
- 0.2 mi
recreation site
Boat launch
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
- MI
- fs.usda.gov
- OPEN
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/10/2026
See the Sources tab for provenance detail.

