HOUGHTON LAKE STATE FOREST
HOUGHTON LAKE STATE FOREST
50 sites for tent or small trailer use some of which will accommodate 40-ft vehicle/trailer. Located on the north shore of Houghton Lake with excellent boating and fishing. Rustic campground includes vault toilets and potable water from well hand pump. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations. Check with State Forest Campground Manager for seasonal availability.
The Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. Details and information on how to obtain your Michigan Recreation Passport can be found by visiting the
MICHIGAN RECREATION PASSPORT web page.
Hotels/Motels
Located on the shores off of Michigans largest inland lake, Comfort Suites Lakeside offers a beautiful hotel, conference center, water park and restaurant. Take a pleasure cruise or use a number of available golf packages. We have you covered for all your accommodation needs.
10.1 miles from park*
Restaurant
Located on the shores off of Michigans largest inland lake, Comfort Suites Lakeside offers a beautiful hotel, conference center, water park and restaurant. Take a pleasure cruise or use a number of available golf packages. We have you covered for all your accommodation needs.
10.1 miles from park*
Houghton Lake (on site): Pike, Panfish, Bass, and Walleye.
Muskegon River (2 miles West): Panfish, Bass, and Pike.
Higgins Lake (6 miles North): Splake, Trout, Panfish, Bass, and Pike.
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