Au Train Lake Campground
Hiawatha National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: Munising, MI, MI
Price: From $26 per night
Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (134 reviews)
Season: Year-round
Located at the south end of AuTrain Lake, this campground is favored by anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The quiet setting is great for family trips, and visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities year-round, all less than a day’s drive from major urban areas of Michigan and Wisconsin.For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.The campground offers dozens of large, wooded campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, fi
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Fishing, Boat Launch
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Au Train Lake offers excellent fishing for bass and perch in a quiet setting, with the large lake providing miles of boating, swimming, and water skiing opportunities. Located just 10 miles southwest of Munising, it's accessible from major Michigan and Wisconsin urban areas.
Wildlife alert: Sandhill Cranes observed in the area — keep distance and store food securely. Pine Siskins and various plant species (Round-leaved Violet, Dutchman's breeches, Luminous Moss) are present.
Insider tips for Au Train Lake Campground: Book well in advance — this is a federal campground with only 33 sites and high demand Bring a self-contained RV or prepare for tent camping; there are no hookups at most sites Plan fishing trips targeting bass and perch in Au Train Lake's large expanse
Skip Au Train Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer) — none available at most sites. You prefer spontaneous camping without advance reservations — federal campgrounds require early booking.
Best time to visit Au Train Lake Campground: Year-round — Federal campground operates year-round, though early booking is essential due to high demand.
Nearby campgrounds: Bay Furnace Campground (Munising, MI), Grand Island National Recreation Area (Munising, MI), Grand Island Cabins (Munising, MI), Island Lake (Munising, MI).
Cell Phone Coverage at Au Train Lake Campground
Cell signal at Au Train Lake Campground (Munising, MI): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Located at the south end of AuTrain Lake, this campground is favored by anglers and outdoor enthusiasts. The quiet setting is great for family trips, and visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities year-round, all less than a day’s drive from major urban areas of Michigan and Wisconsin.For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.The campground offers dozens of large, wooded campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook well in advance
this is a federal campground with only 33 sites and high demand
Bring a self-contained RV or prepare for tent camping; there are no hookups at most sites
Plan fishing trips targeting bass and perch in Au Train Lake's large expanse
Federal campground operates year-round, though early booking is essential due to high demand
Things to do nearby
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Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
AuTrain Lake Campground is located in Alger County, about 10 miles southwest of Munising. From AuTrain, travel south on Forest Service Road H03 for about 4 miles, then go a mile east on Forest Road 2276, and then another mile north on Forest Service Road 2596 to the campground.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Hiawatha National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Hiawatha National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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