Ausable River Camping

Huron-Manistee National Forests — lakeside, fishing

OSCODA, MI4.5 (484)
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AuSable River Dispersed Camping is a unique series of 102 individually designated single-family campsites on a 55-mile stretch of the lovely AuSable River. All campsites are within Alcona and Iosco Counties in Michigan. These rustic sites are divided into sections near Alcona Pond, the AuSable Semi-Primitive Non-Motorized Area, Loud Pond, Five Channels Pond, Cooke Pond, Foote Pond and Lower Ausable.

Things to do nearby

Huron-Manistee National ForestsAuSable River

Best For

AnglersBoatersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Drinking Water
Fishing
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Ausable River Camping cost per night?+
Ausable River Camping costs $10 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Ausable River Camping open?+
Ausable River Camping is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Ausable River Camping have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Ausable River Camping?+
Ausable River Camping can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet long.
How do I make reservations at Ausable River Camping?+
Ausable River Camping is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is Ausable River Camping from the nearest town?+
Ausable River Camping is located in OSCODA, MI. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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