How much does camping cost at Holland Lake State Forest Campground?

Camping fees at Holland Lake State Forest Campground are $20/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Holland Lake State Forest Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Holland Lake State Forest Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Can I see photos of campsites at Holland Lake State Forest Campground before I book?

Yes! Holland Lake State Forest Campground has 5 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.

What is the best time to visit Holland Lake State Forest Campground?

Holland Lake State Forest Campground is open Open year-round; campground and seasonal roads are not plowed in winter.. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Holland Lake State Forest Campground?

Holland Lake State Forest Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Are dogs allowed at Holland Lake State Forest Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Holland Lake State Forest Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Holland Lake State Forest Campground?

Holland Lake State Forest Campground offers: Restrooms, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Holland Lake State Forest Campground?

Popular activities at Holland Lake State Forest Campground include Fishing, Swimming, Boating. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Holland Lake State Forest Campground

3.60

10 reviews

Top 18% in MIWinter

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764 ft

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$20/night

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Quick Facts

764 ft

Price

$20/night

Booking

Check Site

Sites

Varies

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Check Availability Official Website

Get Directions

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Holland Lake State Forest Campground

$20.00 / night

Campsite Fees

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Holland Lake State Forest Campground

46.6153, -85.6581

Nearby places

Newberry — 25 miles

Weather at Holland Lake State Forest Campground

Best Time to Camp at Holland Lake State Forest Campground

Summer is the obvious window here. Daytime highs run mid-60s to upper-70s°F, with nights dropping into the 40s and 50s. Lake temps stay cool (mid-50s to upper-60s), but fishing and paddling are at their best. The campground stays open year-round, but winter means unplowed roads and a true backcountry experience. Snowmobilers use the area when snow cover is adequate. Bring layers and bug spray in warm months.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Summer is the main window; fishing and paddling are active though site remains uncrowded.

Planning Tips

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

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About Holland Lake State Forest Campground

Holland Lake State Forest Campground sits on the shores of a small, quiet lake in Luce County's state forest lands, roughly 20 miles from Newberry. At 764 feet elevation, the campground offers primitive tent sites for $20/night with vault toilets and a hand-pump well. Summer brings the most visitors, but even then this place stays uncrowded.

Rustic/primitive forest campground on Holland Lake; primarily suited for tent and primitive camping with access to motorized trail networks.

Weather and SeasonsSummer is the obvious window here. Daytime highs run mid-60s to upper-70s°F, with nights dropping into the 40s and 50s. Lake temps stay cool (mid-50s to upper-60s), but fishing and paddling are at their best. The campground stays open year-round, but winter means unplowed roads and a true backcountry experience. Snowmobilers use the area when snow cover is adequate. Bring layers and bug spray in warm months.

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Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies hilly, forested terrain along Holland Lake's shoreline. Mixed hardwoods and conifers shade most sites. The lake itself is small and undeveloped, better suited for kayaking and fishing than serious swimming. Surrounding state forest roads and trails extend for miles, drawing ORV and snowmobile traffic depending on the season. The shoreline is natural and unmanicured. Expect dust on approach roads during dry stretches.

Geological RegionEastern Upper Peninsula; located in Luce County state forest lands / Lake Superior State Forest area.

Scenic ViewsWooded lake views from sites nearer the shoreline; sites are generally forested and offer a rustic, secluded feel.

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Best CampsitesOne reviewer singled out Site 13 as flatter than most. Sites closer to the lake likely offer better water views, but expect uneven, hilly ground throughout the campground. Walk the loop before committing if you need level terrain or have an RV that doesn't tolerate slopes.

Amenities available

Small, rustic state forest campground with pit/vault toilet and a hand-pump potable well; no utility hookups or modern bathhouse. Managed by Muskallonge Lake State Park.

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Vault toilets

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Things to do at Holland Lake State Forest Campground

Rustic lakeside camping with fishing and paddling on Holland Lake; direct access to ORV/ATV and snowmobile trail networks; open year-round though seasonal roads are not plowed.

Fishing4.0/5

Brook trout present in Holland Lake; nearby Pretty Lake and Deer Lake noted as additional fishing spots.

Water Sports4.0/5

Lake described as better suited for kayaking/paddling; undeveloped, quiet water.

Boating3.0/5

Undeveloped small lake better for paddling/kayaking than motor boating or large craft.

Swimming2.0/5

Signature experiences

Photography3.5/5Wooded shoreline and quiet lake scenes offer decent nature and landscape photo opportunities.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsSome campsites are hilly or uneven and may be difficult to level for large rigs. Motorized trail traffic and associated noise can occur because the Pine Ridge ORV/ATV trail runs through the campground and snowmobile Trail #8 is accessible from the site.

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).

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

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3.6

10 reviews

Mixed Reviews

Holland Lake State Forest Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews are limited but generally positive: campers describe a quiet, back-to-nature, small and rustic lakeside campground. Restrooms and the hand-pump well are noted as clean and usable; some reviewers mention hilly terrain and dust.

Review Summaries

Based on 10 reviews

What Campers Love

Quiet, scenic forested lakeside setting; rustic charm; clean pit toilets and a potable hand-pump well; good fishing and easy access to ORV/snowmobile trails.

Based on 10 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Arrive early or walk sites to choose the flattest campsite (one reviewer identified Site 13 as a flatter site). Bring levelers/pads for rigs, bring insect repellent and be self-sufficient (limited...

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Camper Quotes

"Very nice quiet very back to nature...they have a pit toilet and a hand pump and beautiful views"; "Stayed in Site 13, pretty flat."; "Enjoyed this Campground. Was a little dusty. Fishing was great."

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Holland Lake State Forest Campground

$20.00 / night

Campsite Fees

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Tent campers after real solitude in the Upper Peninsula. Fishing is the draw: brook trout in Holland Lake, more options at Pretty Lake and Deer Lake within a mile. Site 13 is the flattest pick if you want a livable camp floor.

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Swimmers, RV owners, and anyone needing hookups or a signal. The lake gets a lukewarm review for swimming, the terrain is hilly enough that leveling a rig is a real project, and cell service almost certainly doesn't exist out here.

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Pretty Lake State Forest Campground

Pretty Lake State Forest Campground sits within the Pretty Lake Quiet Area, a chain of seven interconnected lakes where motors aren't allowed. The campground offers 26 first-come, first-served sites: 18 drive-in spots and 8 walk-in or paddle-in sites scattered along the smaller lakes. Sites are large enough for tents and trailers, with vault toilets, hand-pump water, fire rings, and picnic tables.

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