Walkup Lake Campground

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CampgroundTent Site

About this campsite

Campground: Walkup Lake Campground. Operated by U.S. Forest Service Huron-Manistee National Forests.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Tent Site

Location

Walkup Lake Campground•MI

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Weather Forecast

via Open-Meteo

TUE🌫️

24° / 7°

💧 4%

TODAY🌧️

19° / 15°

💧 64%

THU🌦️

19° / 15°

💧 75%

FRI🌦️

17° / 8°

💧 48%

SAT☁️

18° / 6°

💧 4%

Common questions about Walkup Lake Campground

Is Walkup Lake Campground free to camp at?

Yes. Walkup Lake Campground in MI is a free camp, so there is no nightly fee to stay. There is no booking system for it, so plan on first in, best dressed, especially on long weekends. Facilities on site: tent site.

What facilities does Walkup Lake Campground have?

Walkup Lake Campground has tent site. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book Walkup Lake Campground online?

We hold no online booking link for Walkup Lake Campground, so it is not bookable through this page. For sites like this, turning up early in the day is the surest way to get a spot, particularly in peak season.

Where is Walkup Lake Campground?

Walkup Lake Campground sits in MI. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Walkup Lake Campground

Facilities recorded for Walkup Lake Campground
Facility	On site
Tent Site	Yes

Nearby Campsites

within 50km

1.3 km away

NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND

Overview Located on the south side of Nichols Lake, the campground and surrounding area offer excellent opportunities for fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking, camping, or just relaxing. Recreation Fishing and boating are popular activities at Nichols Lake. There is a paved boat launch at the campground. This site is one of the locations on the National Forest's for Kids Fishing Day Events for Michigan's Free Fishing Day in early June. Ice fishing is also popular in the winter. Swimming areas are marked with buoys, but there are no lifeguards. The North Country National Scenic Trail goes through the site near the boat ramp, providing good hiking opportunities. Facilities Nichols Lake has 29 family sites on paved spurs. Drinking water, flush toilets, and showers are provided. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. A wood ramp and stairs lead down to the lake from the campground. A short path along the lake provides access for fishing. Natural Features At 160 acres, Nichols Lake offers shore, pier, and boat fishing. Typical fish species available include bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, black crappie, and northern pike. There is a swimming beach and accessible fishing pier available. Those wishing to enjoy the day at Nichols Lake will find a day use area located on the north side of the lake. Nearby Attractions The North Country Trail covers 4,600 miles from Crown Point, NY, to Lake Sakakawea State Park, ND. The segment that includes Nichols Lake has beautiful sections for both the advanced and weekend hikers. The nearest towns are Woodland, Bitely, and Brohman, about two miles to the south. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

2.6 km away