Lake Margrethe State Forest Campground

I loveddd being here! The campgrounds were really clean. The water was super clear too, if it was warm out it would definitely be nice to swim. The shelter toilets were clean too and there's some water pumps around the campgrounds. Such a nice fall camping place!

We loved it here! We decided to stop out here before checking our actual camp destination and ended up staying for the weekend! The lake is crystal clear, with a lot of fish you can see while you enjoy your time out on the water. A mix of boats and kayaks on the water, so always keep your eyes open to those around you. It wasn't too busy when we went the weekend before memorial day, but I can see this being a spot for a lot of those who already know. Very peaceful as we scored a site right on the lake, next to a sand dune to one side. Looks as if there's 37 sites to choose from. FCFS, $20/night and pets are welcome on a leash.

This is an absolutely beautiful park. It is on the water, small number of sites, but they are large spaced well and have tons of trees. Hands down the best view and nicest site I have ever stayed in! We loved the shallow clean water. Pretty trail along the water. It was so beautiful my husband who is not a camper, didn't even mind the outhouse!!!!!! The ONLY negative is the sound of gun from the shooting ranges ( only mentioned in case someone in your party has PTSD) and lack of trashcans near the outhouse

Several stellar hilltop walk-in sites are among the numerous rustic campsites here. Lakeshore is perfect for swimming, though signs warn of potential PFAS contamination while stating it is still safe to swim. Most sites are well spaced and screened from one another with trees and vegetation, far better than many other state forest and state park campgrounds across Michigan where virtually no screening or spacing between sites is offered. Two hand pumps provide pleasant tasting drinking water. On an early July weekend there were plenty of campsites open. Everything is first come first served.

This was a great find after our originally planned campground didn’t meet are expectations. Lots of shade and a mix of big and small sites. We scored a site right on the water. The lake is stunning and we will definitely return in the summer when it’s warmer. I did wade out a bit during a warmer part of the day and it’s shallow, crystal clear, and refreshing. Outhouses were clean, no issues with the wells. The sites are spaced out and there are several that are walk in sites but also a bunch that are drive in. My only complaint is the army base near by. There was pretty much constant gun fire throughout are first day (Saturday) and then some on Sunday. The locals aren’t a big fan either from what I can tell. It wasn’t bad enough to not return but it’s a factor for some. All in all this is