Steuben 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 24 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Pull-through | 24 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 24 / 4 | Yes | Prime |
| 002 | Pull-through | 24 | Partial | Lakefront | 16 / 4 | Yes | Preferred |
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 | 24 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
There is NO drinking water available at this site. There are primitive toilets located at both sites. Lake Name: Steuben Lake Number of Sites: 2 Maximum Number of Sites: Site 1 (24), Site 2 (16) Toilets: Yes Boat Access: Back-In Just before Site 2 Lake Size (acres): 151
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 Stueben Lake sites and view an interactive map at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273357 |
| 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 Manistique, MI. To reach site 1: Drive north on M-94 27 miles to FR 2554. Turn right (east) on 2554 and drive to site #1. To reach site #2: Drive 27.5 miles to FR 2662. Turn right (east) on FR 2662 and follow it and FR 2662A to site #2.
| Nearest town | Rapid River, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.2000° N, 86.4286° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Hilltop RV Superstore ↗ | 42.6 mi |
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Explore
Trails nearby
- 1.7 miColwell Lake Trail ↗2.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miBil - Twilight-Byers Hike0.9 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 2.8 miBil - Haywire Byer Portage2.5 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3 miMurphy Creek Trail ↗16.1 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
- 3.1 miBil - Twilight-Byers Portage0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 3.4 miClear Lake Interpretive Trail2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
- 2.4 miBig Island Lake Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 5,268 acres
- 8.9 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 the 151-acre Steuben Lake.
- Site 1 is a large wooded campsite, 75 ft x 75 ft, and suitable for three families and trailers. It is located on the west side of Steuben Lake and can be reached by Forest Road 2554.
- Site 2 is a large, open area, 70 ft x 50 ft, suitable for two families and trailers. It is located on the west side of the lake on the top of a small hill. A stairway has been constructued to provide access to the lake. This site can be reached from Forest Road 2662A
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters. There are good swimming areas at both campsites. However, there is a hill at Site 2 and makes the beach area difficult to see from the campsite. Steuben Lake has been stocked with walleye and has supporting populations of northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill and perch. There is good boat access located in the northwest corner of Steuben Lake, along Forest Road 2662. This access can accomodate most fishing boats and trailers.
Nearby
There are 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, boat rentals, ice, and MDNR licenses are available at Steuben, approximately two miles west on County Road 437.
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 Steuben Lake Campsites?
Sites at Steuben Lake Campsites are reservable on Recreation.gov. Reserve Stueben Lake sites and view an interactive map at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/273357 Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Steuben 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 Steuben Lake Campsites?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Steuben 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 Steuben Lake Campsites have?
2 sites, including 2 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Steuben Lake Campsites?
The longest site here provides 24 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 Steuben Lake Campsites?
Yes, pets are allowed at Steuben Lake Campsites. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Steuben Lake Campsites?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Steuben Lake Campsites?
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these campsites. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Steuben Lake Campsites?
Rapid River, Michigan. There are a number of horse, bike, and hiking trails within minutes of several of the sites.
Source: Getting there
What if Steuben Lake Campsites is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Crooked Lake Campsite (1.2 mi), Colwell Lake Campground (1.6 mi, partly first-come), and East Lake Campsites (1.6 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby