Ironjaw Lake Campsite
Campground · Michigan · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Hiawatha National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- 24 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 784 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 campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters.
Our management efforts seek to provide for quiet, peaceful recreation opportunities in a semi-primiitve setting. The campsite is located on the non-motorized Pine Marten Run Trail, which is open to hiking, mountain biking, and horse back riding.
The swimming area at this site is in poor condition.
Horse camping is allowed at Ironjaw Lake.
Ironjaw Lake is one of the better fishing lakes in the area. Crappie fishing is excellent in the spring. The lake contains northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill and bullheads.
- Boat access is dow a steep hill but the surface is firm. Turn-around and back-in space at the base of the hill is very limited. 4 wheel drive vehicles are highly recommended. Parking is restricted to a small area located at the top of the hill.
- Boat access is open to the public, Keep the road clear and expect to have people using the boat launch.
Facilities
There is NO drinking water available.
There is a primitive toilet located across the road from the parking area.
Lake Name: Ironjaw Lake
Number of Sites: 1
Maximum Number of People Per Site: 8
Maximum Number of Horses Allowed: 2
Toilets: Yes
Boat Access: Back-In
Lake Size (acres): 62
Natural Features
Ironjaw Lake (62 acres) is located in the heart of the Ironjaw Semi-Primitive Area, which is managed for both motorized and non-motorized uses.
The campsite at Ironjaw is a pull through site that features a tent pad situated on a hill overlooking Lake Nineteen. The site is suitable for only one family with a small trailer. There is limitied turnaround space.
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.
Groceries, gasoline, fishing and camping supplies, boat rentals, ice, MDNR licenses, deli, and restaurants are available approximately six miles west on Forest Highway 13.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- Vehicles up to 24 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: IRONJAW LAKE CAMPSITE
Site types
- 1 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
1 campsite at Ironjaw Lake Campsite
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | IRONJAW LAKE CAMPSITE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 24 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From the Intersection of US-2 and Forest Highway 13 (about 14 miles east of Rapid River): drive north 18.7 miles on Highway 13 to County Road 440.
- Turn right (east) on CR 440 and drive 4.6 miles to FR 2733.
- Turn left (north) and drive 1.3 miles to the parking area.
46.17139, -86.54833 · 46°10'17.0"N 86°32'54.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 2.3 | 1.8 | 1.6 | 2.6 | 3.3 | 3.3 | 3.8 | 2.8 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 3.1 | 2.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 12.4 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 Ironjaw Lake Campsite
- Can you reserve a site at Ironjaw Lake Campsite?
- Yes, Ironjaw Lake Campsite is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Ironjaw Lake Campsite have?
- 1 site.
- What is the maximum RV length at Ironjaw Lake Campsite?
- 24 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Ironjaw Lake Campsite?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Ironjaw Lake Campsite.
- Are campfires allowed at Ironjaw Lake Campsite?
- Campfires are allowed at Ironjaw Lake Campsite. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Ironjaw Lake Campsite
- Lake Nineteen Campsite 0.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Swan Lake Campsites 1.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Cookson Lake Campsites 1.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Tom's Lake Cabin 2.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mowe Lake Campsites 2.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Triangle Lake Campsites 2.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Ewing Point Campsite 3.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Lake Nineteen Campsites 1 mi · Campground
- Ironjaw Lake Campsites 1 mi · Campground
- Swan Lake Campsites 1.9 mi · Campground
- Bass Lake Campsites 2.8 mi · Campground
- Corner Lake Campground 3.2 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 906-474-6442 OR 906-387-2512
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-03-11.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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