Pike Lake State Forest Campground (Luce)

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While the campground welcomes visitors year-round, winter transforms this into a true wilderness experience—seasonal roads and the campground itself aren't plowed, so snow season access requires some adventure and preparation. Spring through fall brings classic Upper Peninsula weather: crisp mornings perfect for fishing, warm summer days ideal for paddling, and brilliant autumn colors that set the forest ablaze. Come prepared for the U.P.'s famously unpredictable conditions, and you'll be rewarded with an authentic northern Michigan experience.

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Prime paddlesports and fishing in summer with easy lake access from sites.

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Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Northwoods setting implies strong fall color and quieter season, though not explicitly described.

Spring(Mar-May)

3.0 / 5

Spring offers paddlesports and fishing potential but conditions/service levels can be variable.

Winter(Dec-Feb)

2.0 / 5

Open year-round but roads/campground not plowed; winter access is challenging and primitive.

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4.3

6 reviews

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Pike Lake State Forest Campground (Luce) is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers describe a small, quiet, lakeside rustic campground with clean vault toilets and excellent lake access; praised for fishing and paddlesports. Occasional issues noted include a temporarily nonworking water pump, limited maintenance, and possible noise from nearby private residences.

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Based on 6 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean vault toilets; most of the eight sites are lakefront with direct kayak/canoe access; good fishing (walleye, pike, bass); quiet, secluded setting.

Based on 6 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring bug spray; arrive prepared and self‑sufficient (primitive facilities); expect first‑come, first‑served—no reservations; be prepared for limited maintenance.

Based on 6 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Great campground clean toilets"; "Best of both worlds, trail access and lake front sights. This lake has nice walleyes in it too"; "Campground is rustic, with less than 10 campsites. All but 2...

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