Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp

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28 reviews
Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp
Summer Destination
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Quick Facts

1,073 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Reservable

Sites

1 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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March 2026

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Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp
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Campsite Fees
Nightly fee: contact the park for current rates.
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

4.44

Recommended

Based on 28 reviews

24 Google reviews

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"Google reviewers are overwhelmingly positive, praising the quiet, peaceful, wooded setting, trails, and lake access for fishing and paddling. A small number of negative comments report safety concerns (one report of theft)."

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Campground Map

Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp

Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp

42.6868, -83.4817

Nearby places
Interlochen (~5 miles)
Traverse City (regional services, roughly 20 minutes by road per web summary).
Nearby supplies
Traverse City (regional supplies/services
~20 minutes by road per web summary).

Best Time to Camp at Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp

Summer brings the camp to life with warm days perfect for swimming and trail riding, though you'll find this spot maintains a remarkably peaceful, woodsy atmosphere even during peak season. Fall transforms the hardwoods into a blaze of color—just watch for the acorn drop in oak-heavy areas—while shoulder-season weekdays offer near-solitude for those seeking a true wilderness experience. The forest seems to exhale during these quieter times, revealing its most intimate secrets to patient visitors.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Fall colors and quiet woods implied; trails remain a draw for autumn visits.

Planning Tips

    About Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp

    Escape to Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp, a peaceful rustic retreat where up to 50 campers can gather beneath towering pines on the shores of a pristine northern Michigan lake. This equestrian-friendly group camp welcomes you with an elevated covered shelter platform, dedicated hammock poles strung between the trees, and essential backcountry amenities including a vault toilet and hand pump for fresh water.
    Rustic group/equestrian trail camp on the shore of Lake Dubonnet. Group-use area includes an elevated covered shelter platform and hammock camping poles; site is intended for groups and equestrian users.

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    Amenities available

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    Picnic tables
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    Activities you can enjoy

    Rustic trail camp on Lake Dubonnet offering lake access and a nearby trail network. Common uses include hiking, equestrian use, paddling/boating, and fishing; the site also provides access to multiuse trails for biking and winter recreation.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsNo specific wildlife hazards reported in sources. The area provides access to lands open to hunting; observe hunting regulations and maintain normal food/wildlife-safe practices. Dense forest may limit cell signal in places.

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    Reviews

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    4.4
    28 reviews
    Recommended
    Recommended
    Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Google reviewers are overwhelmingly positive, praising the quiet, peaceful, wooded setting, trails, and lake access for fishing and paddling. A small number of negative comments report safety concerns (one report of theft).
    Review Summaries
    Based on 28 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Very quiet and peaceful; extensive, well-marked trails for hiking and biking; good fishing and paddling on Lake Dubonnet; scenic lake views and strong birdwatching opportunities.
    Based on 28 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Bring your own camp gear (camp furniture, fire supplies) and fishing/paddling equipment; expect a rustic, undeveloped experience and plan accordingly. If seeking more amenities (designated sites,...
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    Last updated March 8, 2026
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