Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp
4.4624 reviewsLake Dubonnet Trail Camp
Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Reservable
Sites
1 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Reservable
Sites
1 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp
No fees available
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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
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Michigan
Provider(248) 666-1020
What Campers Say
4.46
Recommended
Based on 24 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)."
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.
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
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.
Weather and SeasonsSummer 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.
Natural Features and SceneryYour camp sits cradled in a cathedral of mature red and white pines mixed with classic northern hardwoods, all rooted in the sandy soils characteristic of Michigan's north country. Lake Dubonnet stretches before you, its marshy edges dotted with small islands that seem to float in the morning mist. When you're ready to explore beyond camp, the Lost Lake Pathway and the legendary Shore-to-Shore Trail wind through diverse landscapes of deep forest, quiet wetlands, and hidden lakes that few visitors ever see.
Geological RegionGrand Traverse County; mature red and white pine and mixed northern hardwood forest on sandy soils typical of state forest land.
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Campsite details
Total Campsites1 campsites
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Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are allowed
Reservation PlatformsMIDNRReservations.com and by contacting the park office (248-666-1020) for group reservations up to six months in advance.
Accomodation available
GroupGroup campsites are offered for larger parties such as families, schools, or organizations. These sites provide space and facilities to accommodate multiple people camping together.
Amenities available
Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Vault toilets
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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Campground rules
- Pets are not allowed
Hazards
General hazardsNo 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.
Weather at Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp
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Humidity: 81%
Wind: 10.1 mph
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Common complaintsIsolated reports of safety concerns (one review mentioning theft). Very few substantive complaints appear in the provided Google review set.
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Lake Dubonnet Trail Camp
Driving directionsAbout five miles northwest of Interlochen via M-137, US-31, Gonder Road and Lake Dubonnet Trail. (Web directions note a dirt road from the state forest entrance at Mud Lake Rd about 3/4 mile to the main campground area.)
Accessible from M-137 and US-31, then Gonder Road and Lake Dubonnet Trail; final access includes a short dirt road from Mud Lake Rd to the campground.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).
Reviews from booking and map sources
4.5
24 reviews
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 24 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 24 reviewsPro 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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Camper Quotes
Examples from Google reviews: "Sitting looking out"; "Very peaceful place! Most of the time is empty!"; "Watch out for the sketchy locals that will steal from your campsite."
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