Three Lakes
Three Lakes Campground is a peaceful facility tucked away from the busy highway. It is nestled between Whitmarsh, Brown and Walker Lakes, giving visitors ample opportunity to enjoy and explore nature at its best.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
More like this: first-come in Michigan · reservable in Michigan
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 10 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
10 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 02 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 03 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 04 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 05 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 06 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 07 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 08 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 09 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
| 10 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | Full | 8 / 2 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
Three Lakes Campground is a rustic campground with single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each is equipped with a table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A day-use picnic area is also available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | May 24 to October 31 |
| 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 $16 - Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted. |
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Getting there
From Strongs Corner, turn south on Forest Road 3142 and travel approximately two miles. The campground is on the east side of the road.
| Nearest town | Strongs, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.3192° N, 84.9789° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bird's Eye Outfitters ↗ | 32.7 mi |
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Three Lakes Campground Hiawatha National Forest - Campground Review
Trails nearby
- 0.2 miWalker Lake Loop1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.9 miStrongs - Soo ORV Route ↗20.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 3 more
- 2.6 miRaco-Strongs-Hulbert Snomo ↗17.7 mi trail · snowmobile, 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
Delirium Wilderness begins about 10.8 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 10.8 miDelirium Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 11,951 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
- M-28–Tahquamenon River BridgeStructure · Chippawa Township · 2.1 mi
Natural features
The campground is set among a variety of pine, spruce and maple trees on land sandwiched between Lake Superior and Lake Michigan. Whitmarsh, Brown and Walker Lakes dot the landscape to the north, south, and west of the campground.
Recreation
The three lakes are open to non-motorized boating. A carry-down boat ramp is located at the campground's picnic area. Fishing is a popular activity. Rainbow trout, perch and catfish are found in the lakes. Although there is no designated swimming beach, sandy areas are located along the shores of the three lakes. Hikers enjoy the serene atmosphere of the campground. The Walker Loop Trail begins within the campground, near the picnic area, and leads hikers around the perimeter of Walker Lake. The trail is easy hiking and traverses about 1.15 miles.
Nearby
The nearest town is Strongs, just 2.5 miles from the campground.
Guidebooks for Hiawatha National Forest and Michigan
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- Field Guide Hiawatha National Forest Ecological Classification SystemGreg Kudray, 2019Find at Bookshop.org
Titles come from Open Library's catalog, matched by subject heading or by title.
Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Three Lakes?
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 Three Lakes?
Site Fee $16 - Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Three Lakes?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Three Lakes open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 24 to October 31.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Three Lakes have?
13 sites, including 10 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Three Lakes?
The longest site here provides 20 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
Is there cell service at Three Lakes?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 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 Three Lakes?
The three lakes are open to non-motorized boating. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Three Lakes?
Strongs, Michigan. The nearest town is Strongs, just 2.5 miles from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Three Lakes is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Soldier Lake (5.7 mi, partly first-come), Bay View (13.6 mi, partly first-come), and Monocle Lake (19.3 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby