Gooseneck Lake Campsites
Campground · Michigan · 3 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Hiawatha National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 3
- Bookable sites
- 24 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 16
- People per site
- 770 ft
- Elevation
Overview
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.
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these dispersed campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters.
The best swimming opportunities are located at site 3 and site 4.
- Site 1 does NOT have good swimming conditions.
- Site 3 has good swimming conditions, however there are high banks at this site that block the view of the shoreline from the site.
- Site 4 has a very shallow beach area
An improved public boat access is located near site 1. A toilet is nearby, which is shared with site 1. The lake offers a good fishery of walleye, large and smallmouth bass, rock bass, sunfish and northern pike.
Facilities
There is NO drinking water available at these sites.
Primitive toilets are available at the campsites:
- Site 1 has a primitive toilet, which is located and shared with the public using the boat launch
- Site 3 has a primtive toilet.
Lake Name: Gooseneck Lake
Number of Sites: 3
Maximum Number of People Per Site: Site 1 and 4 (8), Site 3 (16)
Toilets: Yes at sites 1 and 3
Boat Access: Back-In near Site 1
Lake Size (acres): 123
Natural Features
Gooseneck Lake is an extremely busy lake with private land and cottages surrounding most of its shores. As a result, pontoon boats, jet skis and water skiers and even occasional fishing boats can be seen and heard on the lake.
There are three campsites on Gooseneck Lake:
- Site 1 is set back in a wooded area. Although its small, it is very nice. It is 40 ft. x 30 ft. with rough road access. It is suitable for a single family, but trailers are not recommended.
- Site 3 is an excellent camping area at the top of a small sandy bank. It is an open area, 100 ft x 70 ft in size. Access is good and this site is suitable for two families and trailers.
- Site 4 is located on the south side of the lake. The site is 70 ft. x 45 ft. and can accomodate one family. The access road is firm, but very narrow with sharp turns and washboard roots. Trailers are not recommended due to the very limited turning space.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.Nearby Attractions
There are a number of horse, bike, and hiking trails within minutes of several of the sites. In over a mile from these campsites, visitors can expect to find: bait shops, general and grocery stores, gas, a pay phone, trailheads, a fishing pier, biking, and kayak/canoe rentals.
The facts
- 3 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 24 ft
- Up to 16 people per site
- Loops: GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE
Site types
- 3 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
3 campsites at Gooseneck Lake Campsites
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Slight | Lakefront | 12 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Slight | Lakefront | 24 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 004 | GOOSENECK LAKE CAMPSITE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | — | Slight | Lakefront | 16 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From the Intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 miles east of Rapid River); drive north 8.4 miles on Highway 13 to CR 442.
- Turn right (east) and drive 8 miles to FR 2218.
- Turn left (north) and drive 1.6 miles to FR 2218EA or 0.8 mile to FR 2218G.
46.06250, -86.54444 · 46°3'45.0"N 86°32'40.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 78°F in Jul, down to 26°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 26 | 28 | 36 | 48 | 62 | 73 | 78 | 77 | 69 | 55 | 41 | 31 |
| Low °F | 8 | 7 | 13 | 28 | 40 | 50 | 54 | 50 | 44 | 35 | 27 | 16 |
| Precip in | 1.8 | 1.5 | 1.9 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.2 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.0 | 2.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Gooseneck Lake Campsites
- Can you reserve a site at Gooseneck Lake Campsites?
- Yes, Gooseneck Lake Campsites is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Gooseneck Lake Campsites have?
- 3 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Gooseneck Lake Campsites?
- 24 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Gooseneck Lake Campsites?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Gooseneck Lake Campsites.
- Are campfires allowed at Gooseneck Lake Campsites?
- Campfires are allowed at Gooseneck Lake Campsites. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 906-474-6442 OR 906-387-2512
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
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