Is Burt Lake Group Camp first-come first-served or reservation?

Burt Lake Group Camp accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Burt Lake Group Camp before I book?

Yes! Burt Lake Group Camp has 13 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Burt Lake Group Camp?

Burt Lake Group Camp does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Burt Lake Group Camp have?

Burt Lake Group Camp has 1 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Burt Lake Group Camp?

Pets are not allowed at Burt Lake Group Camp. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Burt Lake Group Camp?

Burt Lake Group Camp offers: Restrooms. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Burt Lake Group Camp?

Popular activities at Burt Lake Group Camp include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Burt Lake Group Camp

4.12

204 reviews

Top 6% in MISummer

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Featured in:Swimming Camping Michigan

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656 ft

Price

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Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Real-Time Availability

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Quick Facts

656 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

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Burt Lake Group Camp

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Burt Lake Group Camp

45.4031, -84.6255

Nearby places

Indian River (nearest town)

Mackinaw City (~30 miles north)

Nearby supplies

Indian River (nearest town with supplies)

Weather at Burt Lake Group Camp

Best Time to Camp at Burt Lake Group Camp

Summer is the clear choice here. Daily highs run mid-70s to mid-80s, nights cool to the 50s and 60s. Long daylight hours mean more time for swimming, boating, fishing, and biking. The beach gets busy on summer weekends. Reserve early if you want peak-season dates. Winter brings cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, though the primitive tent site may be less practical when snow covers the ground.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

5.0 / 5

Top 6% in MI

Summer is the clear choice: swimming, boating, long days; beach activity peaks then.

Planning Tips

About Burt Lake Group Camp

Burt Lake Group Camp is a single primitive tent site in Burt Lake State Park that accommodates up to 25 campers. The park sits on the southern shore of Burt Lake near Indian River, offering direct access to a sandy beach and the Inland Waterway system. Vault toilets are the only on-site facility. Call the park office directly to reserve.

Rustic, tent-only group-use campsite reserved for youth groups (one site).

Weather and SeasonsSummer is the clear choice here. Daily highs run mid-70s to mid-80s, nights cool to the 50s and 60s. Long daylight hours mean more time for swimming, boating, fishing, and biking. The beach gets busy on summer weekends. Reserve early if you want peak-season dates. Winter brings cross-country skiing and snowmobiling, though the primitive tent site may be less practical when snow covers the ground.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground sits beneath pines and mixed hardwoods at 656 feet elevation, steps from Burt Lake's southern shore. The park's sandy beach slopes into shallow, swimmable water. Open grassy areas stretch between the wooded camp area and the lake. Burt Lake is part of Michigan's Inland Waterway, a chain of connected lakes and rivers that draws boaters and anglers.

Scenic ViewsViews include Burt Lake and the park's sandy beach and lakeshore; wooded surroundings provide shaded, forested vistas around the group site.

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Amenities available

Rustic, tent-only group-use campground for youth groups. Vault toilet(s) present; no electricity or sewer hookups are listed.

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Activities you can enjoy

Burt Lake State Park offers lakefront activities and wooded-trail recreation; the group site is a tent-only, rustic area within the park and provides access to these park features.

Hiking

Fishing

Swimming

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Boating

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsSome campground areas at Burt Lake can flood significantly during heavy rains; reviews note a few low, flood-prone spots. Campers also report congestion from boats and trailers near the launch and campground roads during busy periods.

No Flush ToiletsFlush toilets are not available at this campground. Expect vault or pit toilets only.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

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4.1

204 reviews

Satisfactory

Burt Lake Group Camp is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews for Burt Lake State Park are largely positive, praising the beach, family-friendly atmosphere, clean restrooms, and helpful staff; some reviewers report crowding, tight sites, and a few dated facilities.

Review Summaries

Based on 204 reviews

What Campers Love

Frequent praise for the sandy beach, family-friendly setting, clean facilities, helpful staff and campground hosts, and convenient access to nearby Indian River and boating on Burt Lake.

Based on 204 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Reserve early for summer; expect busy conditions in peak season. Bring bikes for short trips around the park and into town. For group reservations, call the park directly at the listed phone number.

Based on 204 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Family friendly, great beach"; "Some facilities a little dated, but always clean."; "Jammed in like sardines in a can."; "Awesome place!"

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Go if

Groups of up to 25 who live for a sandy swimming beach and don't mind vault toilets. The roped swim area and shallow water work well for kids, and Burt Lake's Inland Waterway access keeps anglers and paddlers busy. Call the park directly to lock in summer dates before they're gon

Skip if

One site, no showers, no electric, and peak-season crowds that back up near the boat launch. If your group needs modern restrooms or any hookups, this rustic setup will wear thin fast. Heavy rain can also flood low-lying areas of the park.

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Maple Bay State Forest Campground

Maple Bay State Forest Campground sits on the western shore of Burt Lake, offering 35 first-come, first-served sites with vault toilets and hand-pump water. The draw is the sandy beach and direct water access. Front lakeside sites fill quickly on summer weekends.