Triangle Lake Campsites
Campground · Michigan · 2 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Hiawatha National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 2
- Bookable sites
- 32 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 24
- People per site
- 761 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.
Our management efforts seek to provide for quiet, peaceful recreation opportunities in a semi-primitive setting.
Swimming conditions vary by site. Site 1 has excellent swimming conditions, swimming is NOT recommended at site 2.
Pine Marten Run (PMR) Trail acces varies by site:
- For site 1: trail access is via FR 2734, where the trail intersects the road approximately 0.2 mile east of the campsite.
- For site 2: trail access is via FR 2452, just east of the campsite.
Triangle Lake boasts a strong fishery of northern pike, smallmouth bass, bluegills, crappie and perch. A boat access and parking area for day use is located at Site 1. This access is very sandy and turn-around space is limited. Carry-in access is recommended. There is no boat access at Site 2.
Facilities
There is a primitive toilet located at site 1.
There is NO drinking water.
Lake Name: Triangle Lake
Number of Sites: 2
Maximum Number of People Per Site: Site 1 (24), Site 2 (8)
Maximum Number of Horses: Site 1 (4), Site 2 (2)
Toilets: Yes at Site 1
Boat Access: Back-In At site 1
Lake Size (acres): 169
Natural Features
Located in the heart of the Ironjaw Semi-Primitive Area, Triangle Lake is managed for both motorized and non-motorized uses. Both campsites on Triangle Lake are located on the non-motorized Pine Marten Run Trail and horse camping is allowed.
- Site 1 is a long, narrow site located on a level, sandy strip of land between the lake and a small wetland pond. The site is about 100 ft x 30 ft and is suitable for three families and trailers. There is good access via Forest Road 2734, however turn-around space is very limited.
- Site 2 is located in a wooded lowland. It is 40 ft x 40 ft and is sutable for one family. Although the access road is in fair condition, trailers are not recommended because of the limited turn-around 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
- Season: May 15 – Columbus Day — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 2 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 32 ft
- Up to 24 people per site
- Loops: TRIANGLE LAKE CAMPSITE
Site types
- 2 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits.
2 campsites at Triangle Lake Campsites
Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | TRIANGLE LAKE CAMPSITE | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | Slight | Lakefront | 32 ft | 24 | 🐾 |
| 002 | TRIANGLE LAKE CAMPSITE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | — | Slight | Lakefront | 16 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Manistique, MI: drive north on M-94 23 miles to CR 437.
- Turn left (west) on CR 437 and drive 4.7 miles to FR 2734.
- To reach site 1: Turn right (west) and drive 0.3 mile to site #1.
- To reach site 2: drive 4.2 miles on CR 437 to FR 2452. Turn right (west) on FR 2452 and drive about 0.7 mile to the campsite.
46.16640, -86.49720 · 46°9'59.0"N 86°29'49.9"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| 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, 14.6 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 Triangle Lake Campsites
- Can you reserve a site at Triangle Lake Campsites?
- Yes, Triangle Lake Campsites is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Triangle Lake Campsites have?
- 2 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Triangle Lake Campsites?
- 32 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Triangle Lake Campsites?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Triangle Lake Campsites.
- Are campfires allowed at Triangle Lake Campsites?
- Campfires are allowed at Triangle Lake Campsites. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Triangle Lake Campsites also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Triangle Lake Campsites's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Camping fee is $8 per night per site. Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.
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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.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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