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Shelley Lake Campground

usfs · MI

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  • dump station6.8 mi
  • fuel station1.5 mi

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About

Shelley Lake is a 15-acre lake, surrounded by National Forest land, the family-style campground is the only access to the lake. A foot-bridge over the creek leads to one of the sites. This campground is very popular during fishing season. Sites are surrounded by an oak and maple forest. The lake is only 15-feet at its deepest point.

Around this stay

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

  • dump station

    Newaygo County Parks

    6.8 mi
  • fuel station

    Mobil

    1.5 mi
  • propane

    Propane

    1.8 mi
  • grocery

    Houseman's Foods

    9.6 mi
  • trailhead

    Nichols Lake North Nct Trailhead

    5.0 mi
  • attraction

    Loda Lake National Wildflower Sanctuary

    5.1 mi
  • recreation site

    Boat launch

    2.9 mi

Forest road access near this stay: SHELLY LAKE RECREATION AREA 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: 10/5/2026

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