Nearby Campgrounds
§ 02 — OVERVIEW
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.
The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters. Lyman Lake supports a diverse fishery of bluegills, pumpkinseeds, rock bass, largemouth bass and northern pike. There is a back-in boat access, with parking, located between sites 6 and 7. Swimming conditions vary based on site choice. Good swimming areas can be found at sites 3 and 5. Sites 4 and 6 have fair swimming areas. Sites 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 and 10 have poor swimming areas.
There is NO drinking water available. Primitive toilets can be found at several of the campsites. Lake Name: Lyman Lake Number of Sites: 10 Maximum number of people per site: Sites 1, 7, 10 (8) Sites 2-4, 6, 8, 9 (16) Site 5 (24) Toilets: Yes Sites 3,4,5,8, and 9 Boat Access: Back-In, Public access launch in-between sites 6 and 7 Lake Size (acres): 67 Natural Features Lyman Lake has 10 campsites lining its shores, which can make this lake very busy! Each campsite has its own set of specific features. Sites 2,3,5,8, and 9 all had rock work and split rail done to them to bring back the edges of the site. Site 1 is on a small, wooded area, 35 ft x 25 ft and has good road access. This site is suitable for one family and a small trailer. Access to the lake is steep, but a stairway is provided. Site 2 is a level area that measures 40 ft x 30 ft in size and is suitable for two families and trailers. Access to the lake is steep, but a stairway is provided. Site 3 is on an open area, 75ft x 70 ft and is suitable for two families with trailers. Site 4 is 40 ft x 40 ft and very wooded. This site can accomodate two families with trailers, but turn-around space is very limited. Site 5 is a large area that measures 75 ft x 50 ft. and has good road access. It is suitable for three families and trailers. Site 6 is a large area that measures 75 ft x 60 ft. The ground slopes, making it difficult for trailers. This site is suitable for two families. Turning radius is very limited. Site 7 is 45 ft x 35 ft and is on a slope. It is suitable for one family. Tents are recommended at this site. Site 8 is wooded, 55 ft x 35 ft, and is situated on a hill overlooking Lyman Lake. The site is level and suitable for two families and trailers. Site 9 is wooded, 80 ft x 40 ft and on a hill overlooking Lyman Lake. The site is level and suitable for two families and trailers. There is limited turn-around space. Site 10 is in a wooded area, 50 ft x 30 ft, and overlooks Lyman Lake. It is isolated from the other campsites and has a seperate access road. This site is suitable for one family. Contact Info For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.
§ 04 — CONDITIONS
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§ 05 — SIGNAL
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§ 06—09 — FROM THE FIELD
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§ 07 — REVIEWS
§ 08 — TRIP REPORTS
§ 09 — COMMUNITY PHOTOS
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. Groceries, gasoline, fishing and camping supplies, ice and deli are available seven miles northeast on County Road 437 in the Thunder Lake area.
RV Information
Up to 40 ft
Maximum RV Length
Trailers up to 40 ft
10 sites with electric
§ 03 — TRAILS NEARBY
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§ 01 — VITALS
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