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Kneff Lake Campground

federal · Mio, MI

DirectionsCall
  • fuel station6.4 mi

USFS · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview Kneff Lake Campground is a popular camping area on the far west side of the Mio Ranger District near Grayling. The campground has 27 sites and an onsite host during the season. Kneff Lake is a 20-acre shared private, state, and federal ownership. Kneff Lake day use area provides accessible beach access for all who wish to boat, fish, swim, or enjoy beach play. Recreation Water Activities: Kneff Lake day use area beach is accessible to all by way of an access ramp. The swim area has bouys marking the permiter. Non-motorized boats such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts are welcome to be carried in for use on Kneff Lake. Fishing: Kneff lake is It is a designated trout lake and is stocked with rainbow trout in the spring. Anglers can also hope to catch perch by boating, fishing from shore, and wading. The maximum water depth is 40 ft. Facilities The campground provides handpump wells for drinking water, several vault toilets, and trash collection services. The embedded day use area also provides visitors with picnic tables and grills. Campsites at Kneff Lake have picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts. Sites 1-18 have crushed stone parking pads and sites 19-27 have asphalt parking pads. Natural Features Kneff Lake Campground is centered around the 20-acre Kneff Lake. The forests in and around the campground are largely oak and pine. This small portion of federal land is surrounded by state and private lands. Contact Info This location has limited staffing. Please call (989) 826-3252 for general information. Charges & Cancellations All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.

Around this stay

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

  • fuel station

    Marathon

    6.4 mi
  • propane

    7-Eleven

    6.5 mi
  • grocery

    Family Fare

    6.5 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    3.6 mi
  • trailhead

    Wakeley Lake Trailhead

    3.4 mi
  • attraction

    Oak stump

    4.4 mi
  • recreation site

    Wakeley Bridge Landing

    3.9 mi

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

Contact & access

Reservations & demand

July weekends are typically reserved about 32 days ahead.

Based on 26 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.

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Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

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