Au Train Campgrounds

See also Christmas, Inland Lakes area south of Munising.

The Pictured Rocks/National Forest Visitor Center can advise campers of the availability of many area campsites and their suitability to individual preferences. Stop in for handouts and the latest availability information.

AU TRAIN LAKE CAMPGROUND/Hiawatha National Forest
(906) 387-3700. fs.usda.gov/hiawatha. Reservations: recreation.gov
830-acre Au Train Lake, area's largest, is part of the Hiawatha National Forest. It is popular not only for fishing (for northern, walleye, and perch) but for water-skiing. Of the 37 shady rustic sites (no showers, vault toilets, first-come, first-serve) on two asphalt loops, 11 are right on Buck Bay, on the lake's east side. A boat launch and picnic area with swimming beach are adjacent. A 2-mile nature trail (see separate point of interest) starts here. Canoes and boats rented locally.
Just east off H-03/Au Train-Forest Lake Rd., 4 miles south of M-28 at Au Train and 3 miles north of M-94. Look for National Forest sign at Forest Rd. 227. $16/night. Open mid May thru Sept. Dogs OK on 6-foot leash. Handicap access: somewhat.

Just east off H-03/Au Train-Forest Lake Rd., 4 miles south of M-28 at Au Train and 3 miles north of M-94. Look for National Forest sign at Forest Rd. 227. $16/night. Open mid May thru Sept. Dogs OK on 6-foot leash. Handicap access: somewhat.

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AU TRAIN
POINTS OF INTEREST

Scott Falls. A highway rest stop permits a close-up look at charming Scott Falls and a pause by Lake Superior's Au Train Bay to see and reflect on an Ojibwa landmark ... more

Au Train River Canoe Trail. A slow, meandering river, good for families, great for seeing blue herons, kingfishers, and other wildlife. Two canoe liveries are here ... more

Bay de Noc-Grand Island Riding & Hiking Trail. 40 miles long, this is part of an ancient Ojibwa trail between Lake Michigan and Superior ... more

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