Camp Cook Campsite

Hiawatha National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Rapid River, MI, MI

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.There is a toilet available.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Fishing

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/camp-cook-campsite to be notified when sites open up.

Camp Cook offers affordable camping at $8/night in a rustic forest setting within Hiawatha National Forest, with amenities like fire rings, picnic tables, and fishing opportunities. Google reviewers consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly staff, and peaceful environment.

Wildlife alert: Eastern Phoebe, Blue Jay, Common Raven, Upland Sandpiper, and Common Snapping Turtle documented in the area.

Insider tips for Camp Cook Campsite: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand. Bring a valid Michigan fishing license to take advantage of fishing at the site. Off-season rates available — contact ahead for best pricing.

Skip Camp Cook Campsite if: You need RV hookups — this site has no hookups and is only suitable for self-contained RVs.. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.. You need amenities beyond fire rings, picnic tables, drinking water, and fishing..

Best time to visit Camp Cook Campsite: May-October — Official operating season for the campground..

Nearby campgrounds: Chicago Lake Campsites (Rapid River, MI), Camp Seven Lake Campground (Munising, MI), Gooseneck Lake Campsites (Rapid River, MI), Lyman Lake Campsites (Rapid River, MI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Camp Cook Campsite

Cell signal at Camp Cook Campsite (Rapid River, 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.

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Rapid River, MI, MI★ 4.1 (8 reviews)From $8/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.There is a toilet available.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV40 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsFishing
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Drinking Water

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups — this site has no hookups and is only suitable for self-contained RVs.✕ You require year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.✕ You need amenities beyond fire rings, picnic tables, drinking water, and fishing.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand.

Bring a valid Michigan fishing license to take advantage of fishing at the site.

Off-season rates available

contact ahead for best pricing.

Best: May-October

Official operating season for the campground.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Eastern Phoebe, Blue Jay, Common Raven, Upland Sandpiper, and Common Snapping Turtle documented in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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906-474-6442 OR 906-387-2512· Hiawatha National Forest
Getting there →

From the Intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 miles east of Rapid River or 22 miles west of Manistique), drive north 8.4 miles on Highway 13 to CR 442. Turn right (east) and drive 5.8 miles to FR 2052B. Turn right (southeast) and follow it to the campsite.

Campground entrance

Google Maps API

Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Camp Cook Campsite cost per night?+
Camp Cook Campsite costs $8 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Camp Cook Campsite open?+
Camp Cook Campsite is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Camp Cook Campsite have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Camp Cook Campsite?+
Camp Cook Campsite can accommodate RVs up to 40 feet.
How do I make reservations at Camp Cook Campsite?+
Camp Cook Campsite is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Camp Cook Campsite?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Camp Cook Campsite is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Camp Cook Campsite open, and what are check-in times?+
Camp Cook Campsite is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$8 /night★ 4.1 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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