Bass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)
04 reviewsBass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)
Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
18 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
RV Friendly
Get DirectionsQuick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
18 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
RV Friendly
Get DirectionsBass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)
No fees available
Campsite 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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
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Provider(906) 429-3415
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Based on 4 reviews
4 Google reviews
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"Limited reviews show a mix of appreciation for the setting and complaints about dust/traffic and sanitation issues when busy."
Best Time to Camp at Bass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)
While Bass Lake welcomes visitors in every season, each brings its own character to your camping experience. Summer and fall offer classic U.P. beauty (just pack bug spray for the warmer months), while winter transforms the area into a snow-covered wonderland—though true adventurers should note that seasonal roads and the campground remain unplowed, making access an expedition in itself. Spring through fall provides the easiest access, with typical Upper Peninsula weather patterns keeping things interesting year-round.
Spring (Mar-May)
Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.
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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; seasonal roads and the campground are not plowed in winter.
About Bass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)
Escape to Bass Lake State Forest Campground, where 18 rustic sites await in Michigan's serene eastern Upper Peninsula. Choose your perfect spot: tuck into a secluded, forest-shaded haven or spread out under star-filled skies in an open grassy site—all just steps from the pristine 145-acre Bass Lake. This first-come, first-served gem keeps things beautifully simple with vault toilets and hand-pump water, welcoming adventurers year-round (though winter visitors should be prepared for unplowed roads).
Rustic, first-come/first-served campground with 18 sites for tent and small-trailer use located across the road from Bass Lake.
Weather and SeasonsWhile Bass Lake welcomes visitors in every season, each brings its own character to your camping experience. Summer and fall offer classic U.P. beauty (just pack bug spray for the warmer months), while winter transforms the area into a snow-covered wonderland—though true adventurers should note that seasonal roads and the campground remain unplowed, making access an expedition in itself. Spring through fall provides the easiest access, with typical Upper Peninsula weather patterns keeping things interesting year-round.
Natural Features and SceneryBass Lake's 145 acres of calm, undeveloped shoreline set the stage for your wilderness retreat, where no-wake rules ensure peaceful mornings and quiet evenings on the water. The campground itself nestles within a diverse tapestry of hardwoods and conifers on protected state forest land, offering something for every camper's taste. Whether you prefer the cool shade of towering trees or the sun-drenched openness of grassy clearings, you'll find your ideal basecamp for exploring this unspoiled corner of the U.P.
Geological RegionEastern Upper Peninsula; mixed hardwood and conifer forest on state forest land
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Campsite details
Total Campsites18 campsites
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Stay Limit
15-day maximum stay
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed
Open and Closed SeasonOpen year-round; seasonal roads and the campground are not plowed in winter.
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Amenities available
Potable water
Vault toilets
Activities you can enjoy
Small, rustic campground across the road from 145-acre Bass Lake with opportunities for paddling and fishing, seasonal winter camping, and hunting access on surrounding state forest land.
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Campground rules
- Pets are not allowed
Hazards
General hazardsSeasonal roads are not plowed in winter (limited winter access). Dust and road traffic/ORV activity from nearby county roads have been reported. Vault toilets can become unpleasant when the campground is full.
Weather at Bass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)
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Humidity: 78%
Wind: 12.1 mph
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Common complaintsDust from nearby county road/ORV traffic, lack of a swim/play area for children, and vault toilets becoming unpleasant when the campground is full.
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Bass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)
Driving directionsLocated 15.5 miles northwest of Newberry via M-123 North, County Road 407 and Carlson Camp Road.
Access via M-123 North and secondary county roads (County Road 407 and Carlson Camp Road). Seasonal roads to the campground are not plowed in winter.Nearby places
Newberry – ~15.5 miles
Nearby supplies
Newberry (~15.5 miles)
Reviews from booking and map sources
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4 reviews
Bass Lake State Forest Campground (Luce) has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews
Limited reviews show a mix of appreciation for the setting and complaints about dust/traffic and sanitation issues when busy.
Review Summaries
Based on 4 reviews
What Campers Love
Reviewers praise the campground as a memorable, quiet rustic spot (e.g., 'Great place to make memories').
Based on 4 reviewsPro Tips & Recommendations
Arrive prepared for rustic, dry camping (hand-pump water and vault toilets); expect first-come/first-served occupancy and bring necessary supplies. Be prepared for dust if nearby ORV or road traffic...
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Camper Quotes
"Great place to make memories."; "Very dusty camping when orvs roll through along with county road right near camping. No place for kids to swim or play. Out houses get really gross when campground...
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