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Rollways Campground

Huron-Manistee National Forests — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: Hale , MI, MI

Price: From $15 per night

Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (37 reviews)

Season: May through October

Rollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds established in Huron National Forest. The space is small and secluded and features an observation area, picnic grounds and log shelter..

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.

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

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

Historic federal campground established in 1909 along the scenic AuSable River with clean facilities, large pull-through sites, and shaded areas. Campers consistently praise the quiet atmosphere, helpful host, and well-maintained grounds.

Wildlife alert: Blanding's Turtle, American Redstart, Blue-headed Vireo, Purple Finch, and Common Redpoll observed in the area

Insider tips for Rollways Campground: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with only 19 sites Request a pull-through paved site for easier RV parking Campground host provides local area knowledge and recommendations

Skip Rollways Campground if: You need RV hookups — no hookups available at most sites. You require year-round camping — seasonal operations only May-October. You have a large RV requiring hookups — suitable for self-contained RVs only.

Best time to visit Rollways Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only. July — Verified camper visit in July 2025 reported excellent conditions.

Nearby campgrounds: South Branch Trail Camp Group Site (Oscoda, MI), Monument Campground (Oscoda, MI), Round Lake (National City, MI), Gabions Campground (Mio, MI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Rollways Campground

Cell signal at Rollways Campground (Hale , MI): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage

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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Hale , MI, MI★ 4.3 (37 reviews)From $15/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Rollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds established in Huron National Forest. The space is small and secluded and features an observation area, picnic grounds and log shelter..

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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 RV55 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

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

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 require year-round camping — seasonal operations only May-October✕ You have a large RV requiring hookups — suitable for self-contained RVs only

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with only 19 sites

Request a pull-through paved site for easier RV parking

Campground host provides local area knowledge and recommendations

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October only

Best: July

Verified camper visit in July 2025 reported excellent conditions

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 · 100%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Blanding's Turtle, American Redstart, Blue-headed Vireo, Purple Finch, and Common Redpoll observed in the area

Location

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Getting there →

From Hale, Michigan, travel 7 miles north on M-65. Turn left on Rollways Road and enter campground on the right.

Campground entrance

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Pro tips

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

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Rollways Campground cost per night?+
Rollways Campground costs $15 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Rollways Campground open?+
Rollways Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Rollways Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Rollways Campground?+
Rollways Campground can accommodate RVs up to 55 feet.
How do I make reservations at Rollways Campground?+
Rollways 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 Rollways Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Rollways Campground is rated weak. Best carrier: Verizon. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Rollways Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Rollways Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$15 /night★ 4.3 (37)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

South Branch Trail Camp Group Site

Oscoda, MI

From $20/night

Monument Campground

Oscoda, MI

From $15/night

Round Lake

National City, MI

From $14/night

Gabions Campground

Mio, MI

From $10/night

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