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East Lake Campsites

usfs · Rapid River, MI

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USFS - Hiawatha National Forest · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Three primitive campsites are located on the 53 acre East Lake. East Lake has fishing for largemouth bass, perch, bluegill and bullheads. There is no drinking water at this location. A boat access is located just past site #1. It is unimproved, shallow and sandy. Carry-in access is recommended.

Around this stay

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

  • trailhead

    Colwell Lake North Trailhead

    3.7 mi
  • recreation site

    East Lake Boat Launch

    0.4 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Forest road access near this stay: RIVER BANK in Hiawatha National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

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