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Jackpine Lake Campsites

Hiawatha National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Rapid River, MI, MI

Price: From $8 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (13 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.Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking and fishing at these campsites.

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/jackpine-lake-campsites to be notified when sites open up.

Jackpine Lake offers a rustic forest environment on an inland lake with activities including fishing, swimming, and boating. Google reviewers (4.7/5 stars) praise the spacious sites, friendly camp hosts, and quiet setting suitable for various RV sizes.

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

Insider tips for Jackpine Lake Campsites: Book early — this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand. Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available. Michigan fishing licenses required; take advantage of the lake fishing opportunities.

Skip Jackpine Lake Campsites if: You need RV hookups (water, electric, sewer not available).. You plan to camp outside May-October (seasonal operations only).. You prefer larger campgrounds (only 2 total sites available)..

Best time to visit Jackpine Lake Campsites: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Carr Lake Campsite (Rapid River, MI), Lyman Lake Campsites (Rapid River, MI), Bear Lake Campsite (Rapid River, MI), Gooseneck Lake Campsites (Rapid River, MI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Jackpine Lake Campsites

Cell signal at Jackpine Lake Campsites (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★ 4.3 (13 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.Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking and fishing at these campsites.

    Best for:AnglersBoatersFamiliesSites:TentRV
    LIVE · weather + fire + AQI + availability + wildlife

    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    Max RV24 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 (water, electric, sewer not available).✕ You plan to camp outside May-October (seasonal operations only).✕ You prefer larger campgrounds (only 2 total sites available).

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a federal campground with only 2 sites and high demand.

    Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available.

    Michigan fishing licenses required; take advantage of the lake fishing opportunities.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

    Live
    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, and Upland Sandpiper documented in the area.

    Location

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

    From Cooks (about 12 miles west of Manistique or 24 miles east of Rapid River on US-2): drive north 4.4 miles on County Road 442 to CR 437. Turn left (north) on CR 437 and drive 8.7 miles to FR 2217. Turn left (northwest) on FR 2217 and drive 4.3 miles to FR 2715. To get to site #1: Turn right (east) on to FR 2715 and drive about 0.6 mile to campsite #1. To get to site #2: Continue north on FR 2217 an additional 0.5 mile to FR 8137. Turn right (north) and drive about 1 mile to campsite #2.

    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 Jackpine Lake Campsites cost per night?+
    Jackpine Lake Campsites costs $8 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Jackpine Lake Campsites open?+
    Jackpine Lake Campsites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Jackpine Lake Campsites have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Jackpine Lake Campsites?+
    Jackpine Lake Campsites can accommodate RVs up to 24 feet.
    How do I make reservations at Jackpine Lake Campsites?+
    Jackpine Lake Campsites 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 Jackpine Lake Campsites?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Jackpine Lake Campsites is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Jackpine Lake Campsites open, and what are check-in times?+
    Jackpine Lake Campsites is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

    Official resources

    Munising, RR-Manistique RD Campsites and Cabins
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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★ 4.3 (13)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    Reserve on Recreation.gov ↗
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    FAQ
    How much does Jackpine Lake Campsites cost per night?+
    What season is Jackpine Lake Campsites open?+
    Does Jackpine Lake Campsites have hookups?+
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