Soldier Lake
Campground · Michigan · 44 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Hiawatha National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 44
- Bookable sites
- 75 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 897 ft
- Elevation
Overview
A quiet, relaxing campground with campsites nestled in the pines surrounding Soldier Lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The campground provides a feeling of remoteness but is still close to roads that lead to some of the best sightseeing the area has to offer.Recreation
Non-motorized boating is allowed on Soldier Lake. Swimming is also a popular activity. Two sandy beaches are found within the campground and day use areas. The North Country National Scenic Trail, which winds through several northern states, can be accessed from the day use area.Facilities
The rustic campground offers shaded single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and a campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. No hookups are available. The campground also has two large day-use picnic areas with tables and grills. A sheltered picnic area is equipped with a fireplace. The picnic area has vault toilets and drinking water.Natural Features
The campground surrounds 15-acre Soldier Lake. A scenic forest of pine, aspen and maple trees covers the area.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.Nearby Attractions
The closest town is Strongs, 7 miles west. Services available include a fuel station, restaurants, and a general store.Charges & Cancellations
Please cancel 7 days in advance for reservation sites. Reservation sites cannot be transferred to walk-in sites.
The facts
- 44 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 75 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: SOLDIER LAKE
Site types
- 44 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
44 campsites at Soldier Lake
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 03 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 08 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 32 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 35 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 36 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 37 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 38 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 39 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 40 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 41 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 42 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 43 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 44 | SOLDIER LAKE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
23998 M-28 Raco Michigan 49715
From Sault Ste. Marie, take I-75 approximately 8 miles south to Exit 386. Turn right onto M-28 and travel 21.5 miles west to Forest Road 3138. Turn left and continue less than a mile to the campground.
46.35056, -84.86833 · 46°21'2.0"N 84°52'6.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 77°F in Jul, down to 25°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 25 | 28 | 38 | 50 | 65 | 73 | 77 | 75 | 67 | 54 | 41 | 30 |
| Low °F | 9 | 9 | 16 | 29 | 40 | 50 | 54 | 54 | 48 | 37 | 27 | 17 |
| Precip in | 1.9 | 1.3 | 2.0 | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.8 | 3.5 | 3.1 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 3.0 | 2.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 14.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Check-in time is anytime after 2 pm. Early arrivals will be charged for the previous day.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
More photos
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Common questions about Soldier Lake
- Can you reserve a site at Soldier Lake?
- Yes, Soldier Lake is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Soldier Lake have?
- 44 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Soldier Lake?
- 75 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Soldier Lake?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Soldier Lake.
Camping near Soldier Lake
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- Monocle Lake 13.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
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- Brevoort Lake Campground 24.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Soldier Lake Campground 0.6 mi · Campground
- Sault Ste Marie Guided Auto Tour 5.8 mi · Facility
- Pendills Creek National Fish Hatchery 6.6 mi · Facility
- Bay View Campground 8.2 mi · Campground
- Spectacle Lake Scenic Overlook 13.2 mi · Facility
- Whitefish Bay National Forest Scenic Byway 14.4 mi · Facility
- Monocle Lake Campground 14.4 mi · Campground
Contact
- Phone 906-203-9872
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-03.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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