Andrus Lake State Forest Campground

4.42

123 reviews

Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

25 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

25 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Andrus Lake State Forest Campground

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Campsite Fees

No official fee listed on the campground page. A visitor review mentions $15 per night; this has not been confirmed on the official page.

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

Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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Provider

(906) 492-3415

What Campers Say

4.42

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Based on 123 reviews

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"Reviewers consistently describe Andrus Lake Campground as peaceful, scenic, and well‑maintained with many desirable lakefront sites; facilities are rustic but generally clean and the on‑site hosts receive frequent praise."

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Best Time to Camp at Andrus Lake State Forest Campground

While the campground welcomes visitors throughout the year, summer brings the classic U.P. experience: warm days perfect for paddling across glassy waters, cool evenings ideal for campfires, and yes, those notorious north woods mosquitoes that remind you you're truly in the wilderness. Winter transforms the landscape into a snowy wonderland, though you'll need to hike or snowshoe in since roads remain unplowed—adding an extra layer of adventure for hardy cold-weather campers.

Spring (Mar-May)

Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.

Best

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.

Fall (Sep-Nov)

Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Open year-round; campground and seasonal roads are not plowed in winter.

About Andrus Lake State Forest Campground

Discover a hidden gem along the shores of Andrus Lake, where rustic camping meets pristine Upper Peninsula beauty. This intimate, first-come, first-served campground welcomes adventurers year-round with lakeside sites, essential amenities including vault toilets and hand-pump water, plus direct access to excellent fishing and paddling opportunities—all yours for up to 15 days of peaceful escape.

Rustic state forest campground. Primitive-style sites suitable for tent camping and trailers (dry camping) with several lakefront sites.

Weather and SeasonsWhile the campground welcomes visitors throughout the year, summer brings the classic U.P. experience: warm days perfect for paddling across glassy waters, cool evenings ideal for campfires, and yes, those notorious north woods mosquitoes that remind you you're truly in the wilderness. Winter transforms the landscape into a snowy wonderland, though you'll need to hike or snowshoe in since roads remain unplowed—adding an extra layer of adventure for hardy cold-weather campers.

Natural Features and SceneryPicture yourself waking to mist rising off the calm waters of Andrus Lake, surrounded by a tapestry of towering hardwoods and fragrant conifers. Choose your own adventure: claim a secluded wooded site tucked beneath the forest canopy, or snag one of the coveted lakefront spots where you can cast a line or launch your kayak just steps from your tent. The tranquil setting offers that rare commodity—true quiet—with nature providing the only soundtrack you'll need.

Geological RegionEastern Upper Peninsula; mixed northern hardwood and conifer forest surrounding a small inland lake.

Campsite details

Total Campsites25 campsites

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Stay Limit

15-day maximum stay

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Open and Closed SeasonOpen year-round; campground and seasonal roads are not plowed in winter.

Reservation PlatformsMIDNRReservations.com

Amenities available

Potable water

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

On-site boating and paddling, fishing (pier and lake access), hunting access to surrounding state land, ORV entry/exit allowed, picnic area, and winter camping (campground open year-round though seasonal roads are not plowed).

Fishing

Panfish commonly caught; fishing pier adjacent to the day‑use area and easy lake access from many campsites.

Swimming

Sandy‑bottom lake with a public beach; reviewers report the lake is good for swimming.

Boating

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed
Fire rings and picnic tables are provided; one fire ring is noted in the picnic area. Follow Michigan DNR fire regulations.

Hazards

General hazardsRustic facilities (vault toilets, hand‑pump potable water). Review reports and visitor notes indicate mosquitoes can be heavy in summer. Cell service is not consistently reported and may be spotty in this remote location.

Weather at Andrus Lake State Forest Campground

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Dec 26

Friday

Moderate snow fall

Precipitation: 0.4%

Humidity: 80%

Wind: 20.8 mph

Moderate snow fall

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Good to know

Common complaintsVery rustic amenities (no hookups or showers); occasional smelly or poorly functioning toilets or water pump; mosquitoes in summer; some reports of noisy/crowded neighboring campers and wet/unnamed potholes on campground roads.

Campground Map

Andrus Lake State Forest Campground

Driving directionsCampground is located 5.5 miles north of Paradise via North Whitefish Point Road and West Vermillion Road.

Accessible via North Whitefish Point Road and West Vermillion Road (remote campground on county/forest roads).

Nearby places

Paradise (5.5 miles south)

Whitefish Point (6 miles north)

Tahquamenon Falls State Park (about 17 miles southwest).

Nearby supplies

Paradise (nearest town for groceries, fuel and other supplies).

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.4

123 reviews

Recommended

Andrus Lake State Forest Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers consistently describe Andrus Lake Campground as peaceful, scenic, and well‑maintained with many desirable lakefront sites; facilities are rustic but generally clean and the on‑site hosts receive frequent praise.

Review Summaries

Based on 123 reviews

What Campers Love

Quiet, small sandy‑bottom lake with nice lakefront sites; many reviewers praise clean vault toilets, large wooded sites, helpful camp hosts, and overall peaceful setting.

Based on 123 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Sites are first‑come, first‑served — arrive early for a lakefront site. Bring necessary supplies and insect protection and be prepared for rustic, dry‑camping conditions. Expect limited services and...

Based on 123 reviews