Perch Lake Campground
Perch Lake Campground is located 10 miles south of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District. This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. This location provides visitors with excellent fishing, and a unique camping experience, with many of the spacious sites having lake access.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 20 |
Site guide
20 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | PERCH LAKE | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | – / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 20 | PERCH LAKE | Pull-through | Gravel | Partial | – / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 1 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 2 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 3 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 4 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 5 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | Lakefront | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 6 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard | |
| 7 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | Lakefront | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 8 | Perch Lake | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | – / No | Lakefront | 4 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | There is a day use fee associated with the boat landing from May 15 October 15, of $5 per day per vehicle, or an annual pass for $30 per vehicle. The annual pass covers Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, Black River Harbor Recreation Area, Marion Lake boat landing, Bobcat Lake day use and boat landing… |
This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. Each site offers a wood table, fire ring, and parking spur. Two sets of vault toilets, one accessible vault toilet and two hand pumps for drinking water are found within the camping loop. There is a boat ramp and parking area adjacent to the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | May 24 to October 31 |
| Forest | Ottawa National Forest |
| Fees | $14 a night |
| Rules | Fees shown are for the summer recreation period when full services are provided. During the early spring and late fall when no services are provided the fees at some areas are not charged. Camping in a developed recreation site is allowed for a period not longer than 14 days, except as otherwise posted. After this time, you must move to another campground or dispersed site for at least 24 hours. |
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Getting there
Perch Lake Campground is located in Iron County 10 miles southeast of the town of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District in the eastern half of the Ottawa National Forest. From Sidnaw larger towns of Ironwood and Marquette are within 2-hour drives. From Sidnaw, travel south on Sidnaw Road approximately 10 miles to the campground.
| Coordinates | 46.3641° N, 88.6735° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedPinto Rx
23 mi from the campground · 27 acres
- WildfireCraig Lake 1
30 mi from the campground · 606 acres · 57% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 20.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Eagle Sports ↗ | 41.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | KingStar ↗ | 51.8 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 0.9 miNfst-2143-A0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.1 miNfst-2130-E10.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.1 miNfst-2130-E1.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.2 miNfst-2143-C0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.2 miNfst-2130-J0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 1.2 miNfst-2130-A0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Ottawa National Forest.
- inOttawa National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,562,423 acres
- 14.2 miSturgeon River Gorge Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 16,704 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
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- Jacob Jacobson HouseBuilding · Amasa · 13.9 mi
- Amasa Historic Business DistrictHistoric district · Amasa · 14.1 mi
Natural features
Perch Lake is ideal for those that want to get out on the water under their own power.
Recreation
Besides fishing, canoeing and kayaking is popular on this lake and an excellent way to experience the beauty of this area.
Nearby
Hannah-Web Lake and Winslow Lake are also located just minutes west of Perch Lake.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Perch Lake Campground?
Sites at Perch Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Perch Lake Campground?
There is a day use fee associated with the boat landing from May 15 October 15, of $5 per day per vehicle, or an annual pass for $30 per vehicle. The annual pass covers Lake Ottawa Recreation Area, Black River Harbor Recreation Area, Marion Lake boat landing, Bobcat Lake day use and boat landing…
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Perch Lake Campground?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Perch Lake Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 24 to October 31.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Perch Lake Campground have?
20 sites, including 20 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Perch Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Perch Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Perch Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Fees shown are for the summer recreation period when full services are provided.
Source: Fire nearby
What if Perch Lake Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Lake Ste Kathryn Campground (3.1 mi, first-come), Norway Lake Campground (3.6 mi, first-come), and Golden Lake Campground (16.6 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby