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Perch Lake Campground

Ottawa National Forest — lakeside, fishing

Location: Iron River, MI, MI

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 3.8 out of 5 (4 reviews)

Season: May through October

Perch Lake Campground is located 10 miles south of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District. This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. This location provides visitors with excellent fishing, and a unique camping experience, with many of the spacious sites having lake access.

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

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

Perch Lake Campground offers 20 spacious lakefront sites with excellent fishing, canoeing, and kayaking opportunities in a wooded setting. Google reviewers praise the beautiful lake views, clean facilities, and many sites with direct lake access.

Wildlife alert: Moose and Gray Wolf present in the area; also Common Loon, Chestnut-sided Warbler, and Common Snapping Turtle documented nearby.

Insider tips for Perch Lake Campground: Book early—this is a popular federal campground with limited sites. Lakeside sites (like site 12) fill fastest; request lake access when booking. Cell service (Verizon) available at campground. Bring your own firewood or ask rangers about leftover supplies from previous campers.

Skip Perch Lake Campground if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available at most sites.. You prefer flush toilets—only vault toilets are provided.. You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal closure..

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

Nearby campgrounds: Lake Ottawa Pavilion (Watersmeet, MI), Lake Ottawa Campground (Iron River, MI), Marion Lake Group Site (Watersmeet, MI), Lac Vieux Desert Campground (EAGLE RIVER, WI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Perch Lake Campground

Cell signal at Perch Lake Campground (Iron 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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    Iron River, MI, MI★ 3.8 (4 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Perch Lake Campground is located 10 miles south of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District. This one loop campground provides 20 drive-in campsites that can accommodate tents, trailers and motor homes. This location provides visitors with excellent fishing, and a unique camping experience, with many of the spacious sites having lake access.

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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
    HookupsNo hookups.
    Pull-throughsAvailable
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsDrinking Water
    Recreation
    Picnic TablesFishing
    Family & Pets
    Vault ToiletsBoat Launch

    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—no hookups available at most sites.✕ You prefer flush toilets—only vault toilets are provided.✕ You're visiting outside May-October—seasonal closure.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early

    this is a popular federal campground with limited sites.

    Lakeside sites (like site 12) fill fastest; request lake access when booking.

    Cell service (Verizon) available at campground.

    Bring your own firewood or ask rangers about leftover supplies from previous campers.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    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: Moose and Gray Wolf present in the area; also Common Loon, Chestnut-sided Warbler, and Common Snapping Turtle documented nearby.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    906-852-3500· Ottawa National Forest
    Ottawa_NF@usda.gov
    Getting there →

    Perch Lake Campground is located in Iron County 10 miles southeast of the town of Sidnaw on the Kenton Ranger District in the eastern half of the Ottawa National Forest. From Sidnaw larger towns of Ironwood and Marquette are within 2-hour drives. From Sidnaw, travel south on Sidnaw Road approximately 10 miles to the campground. The road is paved for approximately 6 ½ miles and then turns to gravel. From Iron River, take County Road 657 north approximately 15 miles, turn slight right onto FR 2130

    Campground entrance

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

    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Ottawa National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Ottawa National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Perch Lake Campground cost per night?+
    Perch Lake Campground costs $22 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
    What season is Perch Lake Campground open?+
    Perch Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Perch Lake Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups.
    What is the maximum RV length at Perch Lake Campground?+
    Perch Lake Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Perch Lake Campground?+
    Perch Lake Campground 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 Perch Lake Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Perch Lake Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Perch Lake Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Perch Lake Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $22 /night★ 3.8 (4)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Lake Ottawa Pavilion

    Watersmeet, MI

    From $100/night

    Lake Ottawa Campground

    Iron River, MI

    From $22/night

    Marion Lake Group Site

    Watersmeet, MI

    From $100/night

    Lac Vieux Desert Campground

    EAGLE RIVER, WI

    From $15/night

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