Maple Bay State Forest Campground

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The campground's low elevation near the water creates a naturally damp environment, especially during rainy stretches when you'll notice standing water between sites and softer ground underfoot. This moisture-rich setting comes with a trade-off: mosquitoes and black flies are active companions during warm, wet months, so pack your bug spray and embrace the authentic north woods experience.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Best season for swimming, boating and family activities; positive summer activity signals in reviews.

Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Wooded lakeside setting suggests good fall colors and scenic views though fall-specific mentions are limited.

Spring(Mar-May)

2.5 / 5

Spring can be damp with standing water and heavy mosquitoes in back sites per reviews; limits comfort.

Winter(Dec-Feb)

2.0 / 5

No winter services noted; low-elevation lakeside site and rustic amenities suggest limited winter appeal.

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4.1

105 reviews

Satisfactory

Maple Bay State Forest Campground is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers consistently praise the beautiful lakeside setting, sandy beach and outstanding sunrise/sunset views from front lakeside sites. Common negatives emphasize the rustic facilities (vault toilets, hand-pump water), swampy/muddy back sites with heavy mosquitoes, and limited prime lakeside sites that fill quickly on summer weekends.

Review Summaries

Based on 105 reviews

What Campers Love

Front lakeside sites with open views over Maple Bay/Burt Lake; sandy beach and nearby grassy recreation area; easy boat access and on-site launch; many reviewers call it a peaceful, scenic 'hidden...

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Based on 105 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Arrive early to secure front lakeside sites (first-come, first-serve). Bring strong insect repellent and plan for mosquitoes in warm/wet periods. Secure food and coolers against raccoons. Expect...

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Based on 105 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Sunset and sunrise were absolutely breathtaking over the lake.”; “The front sites closer to the lake fill up fast and it is first come first serve.”; “It's a campground in the middle of a swamp if...

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