Soldier Lake

FS USDA Forest Service · St. Ignace, MI · Developed

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Conditions

Road Access Gravel
Driveway Surface Gravel
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Not recorded
Max RV Length 75 ft

The managing agency hasn't published campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Dry Camping
Style Potable Water Vault Toilet Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites44
Sites Accepting RVs44
Overnight Sites44
Max RV Length75 ft
Back-In Sites44
SurfaceGravel

Location

46.3505556, -84.8683333 · N. 4149 Brevort Camp Road , St. Ignace , MI 49760

Photos

A photo of Site 04 of Loop SOLDIER LAKE at SOLDIER LAKE with No Amenities Shown A photo of Site 20 of Loop SOLDIER LAKE at SOLDIER LAKE with Picnic Table, Fire Pit, Shade A photo of Site 16 of Loop SOLDIER LAKE at SOLDIER LAKE with No Amenities Shown From Rear From Rear A photo of Site 07 of Loop SOLDIER LAKE at SOLDIER LAKE with Waterfront From Rear

Description

Overview

A quiet, relaxing campground with campsites nestled in the pines surrounding Soldier Lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The campground provides a feeling of remoteness but is still close to roads that lead to some of the best sightseeing the area has to offer.

Recreation

Non-motorized boating is allowed on Soldier Lake. Swimming is also a popular activity. Two sandy beaches are found within the campground and day use areas. The North Country National Scenic Trail, which winds through several northern states, can be accessed from the day use area.

Facilities

The rustic campground offers shaded single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and a campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. No hookups are available. The campground also has two large day-use picnic areas with tables and grills. A sheltered picnic area is equipped with a fireplace. The picnic area has vault toilets and drinking water.

Natural Features

The campground surrounds 15-acre Soldier Lake. A scenic forest of pine, aspen and maple trees covers the area.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.

Nearby Attractions

The closest town is Strongs, 7 miles west. Services available include a fuel station, restaurants, and a general store.

Charges & Cancellations

Please cancel 7 days in advance for reservation sites. Reservation sites cannot be transferred to walk-in sites.

Directions

23998 M-28 Raco Michigan 49715

From Sault Ste. Marie, take I-75 approximately 8 miles south to Exit 386. Turn right onto M-28 and travel 21.5 miles west to Forest Road 3138. Turn left and continue less than a mile to the campground.

Activities

BOATING CAMPING FISHING HIKING SWIMMING SITE

Details

FeeCheck-in time is anytime after 2 pm. Early arrivals will be charged for the previous day.
Phone906-203-9872
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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