Can you reserve a site at Three Lakes?

Yes, Three Lakes is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Three Lakes have?

13 sites in total, of which 10 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Three Lakes?

20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Three Lakes, Michigan — 10 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Three Lakes Campground is a peaceful facility tucked away from the busy highway. It is nestled between Whitmarsh, Brown and Walker Lakes, giving visitors ample opportunity to enjoy and explore nature at its best.

Recreation

The three lakes are open to non-motorized boating. A carry-down boat ramp is located at the campground's picnic area. Fishing is a popular activity. Rainbow trout, perch and catfish are found in the lakes. Although there is no designated swimming beach, sandy areas are located along the shores of the three lakes.

Hikers enjoy the serene atmosphere of the campground. The Walker Loop Trail begins within the campground, near the picnic area, and leads hikers around the perimeter of Walker Lake. The trail is easy hiking and traverses about 1.15 miles.

Facilities

Three Lakes Campground is a rustic campground with single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each is equipped with a table and campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A day-use picnic area is also available.

Natural Features

The campground is set among a variety of pine, spruce and maple trees on land sandwiched between Lake Superior and Lake Michigan. Whitmarsh, Brown and Walker Lakes dot the landscape to the north, south, and west of the campground.

Nearby Attractions

The nearest town is Strongs, just 2.5 miles from the campground.

The facts

Season: May 24 – October 31 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
10 bookable sites
13 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 20 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: THREE LAKES

Site types

10 Standard Nonelectric
3 Management

Amenities

Shade

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, pets allowed.

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13 campsites at Three Lakes

Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
01	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
02	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
03	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
04	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
05	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
06	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
07	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
08	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
09	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
10	THREE LAKES	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
26	THREE LAKES	Management	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
27	THREE LAKES	Management	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8
28	THREE LAKES	Management	Back In	Gravel	20 ft	8

Getting there

From Strongs Corner, turn south on Forest Road 3142 and travel approximately two miles. The campground is on the east side of the road.

46.31917, -84.97889 · 46°19'9.0"N 84°58'44.0"W

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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, 10 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 Three Lakes

Can you reserve a site at Three Lakes?: Yes, Three Lakes is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Three Lakes have?: 13 sites in total, of which 10 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Three Lakes?: 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Also listed by

Three Lakes also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Three Lakes's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Site Fee $16 - Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Three Lakes

Soldier Lake 5.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI) 13.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Monocle Lake 19.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Brevoort Lake Campground 21.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sault Ste Marie Guided Auto Tour 0.2 mi · Facility
Soldier Lake Campground 6.2 mi · Campground
Pendills Creek National Fish Hatchery 11.3 mi · Facility
Bay View Campground 13.2 mi · Campground
Spectacle Lake Scenic Overlook 18.9 mi · Facility
Whitefish Bay National Forest Scenic Byway 20 mi · Facility
Monocle Lake Campground 20 mi · Campground
Brevoort Lake Campground 21.8 mi · Campground

Contact

Phone (906) 643-7900
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

Three Lakes