Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

4.67

339 reviews

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725 ft

Price

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Walk-in Only

Sites

13 campsites

Season

Year-round

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Quick Facts

725 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

13 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Check Policy

Opens Michigan DNR site

Official Website

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Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

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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

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What Campers Say

4.67

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Based on 339 reviews

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"Reviews are overwhelmingly positive about the natural setting, Ocqueoc Falls, and well‑marked trails. Visitors repeatedly praise the peaceful, scenic riverside sites and describe the campground as rustic but very enjoyable; common negatives mention limited sites, close site spacing/road noise for some sites, ticks, and the primitive facilities."

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Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

45.3942, -84.0559

Driving directionsLocated about 12 miles west of Rogers City via M-68; campground is adjacent to Ocqueoc Falls.

Accessible via M-68 (approximately 12 miles west of Rogers City).

Nearby places

Rogers City — ~12 miles

Nearby supplies

Rogers City (about 12 miles)

Best Time to Camp at Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

Summer weekends and warm days draw visitors eager to splash in the falls and explore shaded trails, so arriving early increases your chances of snagging a waterside site. Spring through fall each bring their own rewards: wildflowers and birdsong in May, perfect swimming weather in July and August, and a spectacular show of autumn color that transforms the hardwood canopy into a painter's palette. No matter when you visit, the sound of flowing water remains constant.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Popular for swimming, shaded river sites and trails; busy on warm weekends.

Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Hardwood forest and trails make fall foliage and hiking appealing; reviews highlight scenery.

Spring(Mar-May)

4.0 / 5

Top 14% in MI

Spring-summer river flow, waterfall access and trails make spring a very good season to visit.

Winter(Dec-Feb)

3.0 / 5

Trail activities (snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing) available but few winter reviews and limited services.

Planning Tips

About Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

Tucked into a peaceful hardwood forest along the Ocqueoc River, this intimate 13-site campground offers the rare chance to fall asleep to the sound of Michigan's Lower Peninsula's only publicly accessible waterfall just steps from your tent. With primitive, first-come first-served sites, a hand-pump well, and vault toilets, it's the perfect base camp for those seeking a genuine back-to-basics experience in the woods.

A rustic, first‑come/first‑served campground primarily for tent and small trailer camping with riverside sites.

Historical SignificanceOcqueoc Falls is noted as the only publicly accessible waterfall in Michigan's Lower Peninsula; the campground is managed in association with nearby Hoeft State Park.

Weather and SeasonsSummer weekends and warm days draw visitors eager to splash in the falls and explore shaded trails, so arriving early increases your chances of snagging a waterside site. Spring through fall each bring their own rewards: wildflowers and birdsong in May, perfect swimming weather in July and August, and a spectacular show of autumn color that transforms the hardwood canopy into a painter's palette. No matter when you visit, the sound of flowing water remains constant.

Natural Features and SceneryImagine waking up to dappled sunlight filtering through a canopy of hardwoods, with the gentle rush of the Ocqueoc River as your morning soundtrack. Many sites nestle right along the water's edge, offering front-row seats to the river's constant motion. The star attraction, Ocqueoc Falls, is an easy stroll away—a cascading gem that invites you to wade in its cool pools on hot summer days or simply sit riverside and watch the water tumble over ancient rock. The Ocqueoc Falls Bicentennial Pathway winds through the area, connecting you to even more riverside beauty and forest solitude.

Geological RegionPresque Isle County, Lower Peninsula

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Potable water

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Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Small, rustic riverside campground offering hiking, fishing, swimming/wading at Ocqueoc Falls, wildlife viewing, and multi‑season trail activities (snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing). Many sites provide immediate access to the Ocqueoc River and the Bicentennial Pathway.

HikingOcqueoc Falls Bicentennial Pathway and multiple trails along the river provide short walks and longer hikes through hardwood forest; paved/graded access exists to the falls picnic area.

FishingFishing for trout and steelhead (and other game fish such as salmon/smallmouth reported) in the Ocqueoc River adjacent to the campground.

SwimmingWading and swimming at Ocqueoc Falls and nearby river shoals; rock ledges and shallow pools are commonly used for swimming and relaxing.

Biking

Wildlife viewing

Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsVariable river/stream flows and slippery rock ledges at the falls — exercise caution when wading or swimming. Ticks have been reported by visitors. Some road noise is noted for sites near the access road.

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Reviews

4.7

339 reviews

Top-Rated

Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive about the natural setting, Ocqueoc Falls, and well‑marked trails. Visitors repeatedly praise the peaceful, scenic riverside sites and describe the campground as rustic but very enjoyable; common negatives mention limited sites, close site spacing/road noise for some sites, ticks, and the primitive facilities.

Review Summaries

Based on 339 reviews

What Campers Love

Beautiful waterfall and river setting, excellent short hikes on the Bicentennial Pathway, quiet/peaceful atmosphere, many riverfront sites, and generally clean vault toilets and maintained trails.

Based on 339 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Arrive early (no reservations) to secure a riverside site; bring extra water, supplies, and tick protection; visit the falls early or late to avoid peak day‑use crowds; expect primitive amenities.

Based on 339 reviews

Camper Quotes

"It was a very wonderful place to camp loved it will do again for sure."; "Rustic and beautiful."; "Sites are close together. Road is so close you can hear all the traffic."; "One of the best to camp...

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