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ROLLWAYS CAMPGROUND

federal · Hale , MI

Directions
  • dump station13 mi
  • fuel station5.2 mi

Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

Overview Rollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds established in Huron National Forest. The space is small and secluded and features an observation area, picnic grounds and log shelter.. The facility is located just off the River Road National Scenic Byway in northeast Lower Michigan. The byway showcases incredible views of the AuSable River Valley. Recreation Hike on the accessible trail that connects the campground and picnic area to Westgate Scenic Overlook. Bring binoculars and a camera to take advantage of the epic view. The same hiking path passes a stairway leading down to the river where visitors can fish and wade. Facilities The campground offers 19 pull-through campsites with picnic tables, a lantern post, grills, tent pads and campfire rings. At the picnic area, a log shelter, picnic tables and grills are available. Vault toilets and drinking water spigots are dispersed throughout the campground and all roads and camping spurs are paved. Natural Features Rollways is perched on a high bluff overlooking Loud Dam Pond on the AuSable River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the great Lake Huron. Nearby Attractions Follow the length of the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway, which parallels the AuSable River.

Around this stay

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

  • dump station

    Dump station

    13 mi
  • fuel station

    Sunoco

    5.2 mi
  • grocery

    Family Fare

    17 mi
  • trailhead

    Liberty Road Orv Snowmobile Trailhead

    4.4 mi
  • attraction

    Iargo Springs

    5.0 mi
  • recreation site

    Rollways Recreation Area Picnic

    0.2 mi

Contact & access

  • 6260 Rollways Rd · Hale , MI 48739

Reservations & demand

July weekends are typically reserved about 23 days ahead.

Based on 29 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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