usfsnational forest

Swan Lake Campsites

usfs · MI

Directions
  • fuel station2.5 mi

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About

Swan Lake (52 acres) is the most popular lake in the primitive campsite program, so getting a permit to camp can be quite competitive! All four campsites are located on the non-motorized Pine Marten Run Trail, which is open to hiking, mountain biking and horse back riding. There are three primitive toilets available, but no drinking water. All campsites on Swan Lake have excellent swimming areas. Swan Lake offers a good fishery for large and smallmouth bass, bluegills and pumpkinseeds.

Around this stay

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

  • fuel station

    Fuel station

    2.5 mi
  • grocery

    Pat's Foods

    17 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    18 mi
  • trailhead

    Big Spring North Trailhead

    0.9 mi
  • attraction

    Ewing Point

    3.7 mi
  • recreation site

    Corner Lake Boat Launch

    1.7 mi

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

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

Contact & access

  • MI
  • OPEN

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/5/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.