Brevoort Lake Campground
Brevoort Lake Campground stretches along the western shore of its namesake in the Hiawatha National Forest. This popular fishing destination is situated on a peninsula that juts into the lake and Beodne Bay. Visitors to the campground enjoy the easy access to the pristine sandy beaches.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 71 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
70 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
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Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 0:00 AM, checkout 0:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Check in time is anytime after 2 pm. |
The campground offers dozens of reservable single-family campsites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills, and accessible flush toilets, drinking water are provided. A dump station is also available for a $10.00 per use fee.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | First come, first serve- May 17; Reservations begin May 23 to September 14 |
| Forest | Hiawatha National Forest |
| Booking | You can reserve some camping sites for Brevoort Lake Campground on the National Recreation Reservation System (NRRS). To check availability or to make a reservation go to: Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Site Fee $24 Single, $45 - Double - Dump station Fee $8.00 - Boat Launch Fee $4.00/day - Day Fee $6.00 - Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted. |
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Getting there
N4149 Brevort Camp Road Moran Michigan 49760. From St. Ignace, Michigan, take Highway 2 west for about 20 miles. Turn north on Brevort Camp Road/Forest Service Road 3108, then right at Forest Service Road 3473 and continue to the campground entrance.
| Nearest town | St. Ignace, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.0072° N, 84.9722° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Please cancel 7 days in advance if you need to cancel your reservation. Reservation sites cannot be traded for walk-up sites.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 13.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Adventure Up North ↗ | 15.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Petoskey RV USA ↗ | 42 mi |
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Brevoort Lake Campground - Hiawatha National Forest, MI
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miRidge Trail0.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.2 miBrevoort River Canoe ↗10.8 mi trail · paddle
- 3.4 miBrevoort-Cedarville OHV ↗36.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 3.4 miCastle Rock Snomo ↗17.5 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.7 miSand Dunes Ski ↗9.7 mi trail · snowshoe, ski
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
Mackinac Wilderness begins about 5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 5 miMackinac Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 11,358 acres
- 11 miHorseshoe Bay Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 3,879 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
Historic landmarks nearby
Natural features
Campsites are somewhat secluded, surrounded by huge pine, hemlock and oak trees and low, shrubby vegetation. Beach grass grows along the lake shore, sometimes buried in light sand.
Recreation
The 4,233-acre Brevoort Lake provides ample opportunities for recreation. Boat access is available from the center of the campground on Boedne Bay. In 1985, the Forest Service completed the construction of a walleye spawning reef in Brevoort Lake, providing plentiful fishing in the area. Anglers can also expect healthy populations of pike, bass, perch and a variety of other fish. Hiking is also a popular pastime of visitors to the campground. The Ridge, Sand Dunes Cross Country and North Country National Scenic trails pass near the campground. A 10-minute ferry ride to Mackinac Island makes for an interesting day trip. The 3.8-acre island offers hiking, biking, horseback riding and shopping, as well as access to historical sites and museums, among other activities.
Nearby
St. Ignace, Michigan, about 20 miles east of the campground, offers historical and tourist attractions as well as grocery and gas services.
Guidebooks for Hiawatha National Forest and Michigan
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- Field Guide Hiawatha National Forest Ecological Classification SystemGreg Kudray, 2019Find at Bookshop.org
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Brevoort Lake Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Brevoort Lake Campground?
Check in time is anytime after 2 pm.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Brevoort Lake Campground?
Check-in 0:00 AM, checkout 0:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Brevoort Lake Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season First come, first serve- May 17; Reservations begin May 23 to September 14.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Brevoort Lake Campground have?
72 sites, including 71 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Brevoort Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are there showers or a dump station at Brevoort Lake Campground?
Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills, and accessible flush toilets, drinking water are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Brevoort Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Brevoort Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Brevoort Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Brevoort Lake Campground?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Brevoort Lake Campground?
The 4,233-acre Brevoort Lake provides ample opportunities for recreation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Brevoort Lake Campground?
St. Ignace, Michigan. St.
Source: Getting there