Burt Lake Group Camp

Star4.03
159 reviews
Burt Lake Group Camp
Summer Destination

Quick Facts

656 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Burt Lake Group Camp
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Campsite Fees
Nightly fee: contact the park for current rates and group-site fees.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

4.03

Satisfactory

Based on 159 reviews

1117 Google reviews

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cleanlakebeachstaff

"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."

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Campground Map

Burt Lake Group Camp

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)

Best Time to Camp at Burt Lake Group Camp

This is a four-season destination that transforms with each Michigan season. Summer brings peak camping season with warm days perfect for beach time, so book early to secure your spot at this popular park. When winter arrives, the landscape becomes a snowy playground where cross-country skiers and snowmobilers carve trails through the quiet woods, proving that adventure here never takes a break.

Best
Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer is peak camping and 'perfect for beach time'; book early for peak season.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
3.5 / 5

Four-season destination; fall offers foliage and fewer crowds (implied).

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Shoulder season with improving weather and quieter park use; not explicitly detailed.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.5 / 5

Site is open in winter but no specific winter amenities; lower activity levels expected.

Planning Tips

    About Burt Lake Group Camp

    Tucked into a wooded corner of Burt Lake State Park, this rustic tent-only site offers youth groups an authentic Michigan camping experience. With space for up to 25 campers and direct access to the park's beautiful southern shoreline, it's the perfect basecamp for creating lasting memories—just call the park office to reserve your dates.
    Rustic, tent-only group-use campsite reserved for youth groups (one site).
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    Vault toilets
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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.
    HikingPark has short hiking and nature trails noted in park descriptions and reviews.
    FishingBurt Lake is popular for fishing; fishing access from the park is noted in park information.
    SwimmingPark contains a long sandy swimming beach with gently sloping, shallow water and a roped swim area suitable for children.
    Biking
    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.

    Weather at Burt Lake Group Camp

    Reviews

    4.0
    159 reviews
    Satisfactory
    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 159 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 159 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 159 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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