Leg Lake Campsites
The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 32 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 002 | LEG LAKE CAMPSITE | Back-in | 20 | Partial | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Preferred |
| 001 | LEG LAKECAMPSITE | Pull-through | 32 | Partial | Lakefront | 24 / 6 | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 32 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There is NO drinking water available at these sites. There is a primitive toilet located at site 1. Lake Name: Leg Lake Number of Sites: 2 Max Number of People Per Site: Site 1 (24), Site 2 (8) Toilets: Yes at site 1 Boat Access: Back-In at site 2 Lake Size (acres): 40
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | May 15 to Columbus Day |
| Forest | Hiawatha National Forest |
| Booking | Reserve Leg Lake sites and view an interactive map at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273355 |
| Fees | Camping fee is $8 per night per site. Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted. |
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Getting there
From Cooks (about 12 miles west of Manistique or 24 miles east of Rapid River on US-2): drive north 4.4 miles on County Road 442 to CR 437. Turn left (north) on CR 437 and drive 13.3 miles to FR 2697. Turn left (west) and drive to site 2 or.
| Nearest town | Rapid River, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.1289° N, 86.4825° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Hilltop RV Superstore ↗ | 37.5 mi |
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Explore
Trails nearby
- 3.6 mi440 Trailhead2 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 4.3 miBil - Haywire Byer Portage2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 4.8 miCamel Riders2.5 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
This campground sits inside Hiawatha National Forest.
- inHiawatha National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,300,321 acres
- 4.7 miBig Island Lake Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,268 acres
- 13.7 miSeney Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Fish and Wildlife Service · 25,150 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.
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Natural features
- There are two campsites located on Leg Lake. These sites lie about 0.25 miles west of County Road 437 between Forest Roads 2697 and 2438. Each of these has specific features as detailed below:
- Site 1 is located on the west side of the lake. It is a very large semi-open area that would be suitable for group camping or family gatherings with trailers.
- Site 2 is a small, wooded area located on the east side of the lake. This site is suitable for one family.
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these dispersed campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters. Leg Lake has good fishing for northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappies and bluegills. Some yellow perch and bullheads may be caught. There is an unimproved boat access located adjacent to site 2. It is intended for day use only. Only small boats and trailers are recommended at this access.
Nearby
There is a number of horse, bike, and hiking trails within minutes of several of the sites. In over a mile from these campsites, visitors can expect to find: bait shops, general and grocery stores, gas, a pay phone, trailheads, a fishing pier, biking, and kayak/canoe rentals. Gasoline, groceries, fishing and camping supplies, ice and deli are available approximately two miles south on County Road 437 in the Thunder Lake area.
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 Leg Lake Campsites?
Sites at Leg Lake Campsites are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reserve Leg Lake sites and view an interactive map at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273355 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Leg Lake Campsites?
Camping fee is $8 per night per site. Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Leg Lake Campsites?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Leg Lake Campsites open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 15 to Columbus Day.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Leg Lake Campsites have?
2 sites, including 2 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Leg Lake Campsites?
The longest site here provides 32 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 pets allowed at Leg Lake Campsites?
Yes, pets are allowed at Leg Lake Campsites. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Leg Lake Campsites?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Leg Lake Campsites?
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these dispersed campsites. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Leg Lake Campsites?
Rapid River, Michigan. There is a number of horse, bike, and hiking trails within minutes of several of the sites.
Source: Getting there
What if Leg Lake Campsites is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Minerva Lake Campsite (1.1 mi), Triangle Lake Campsites (2.7 mi), and Little Bass Lake Campsites (2.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby