Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground

5.00

6 reviews

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Quick Facts

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

58 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

58 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

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Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground

$17.00 - $17.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Nightly fee: $17.

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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Provider

(800) 447-2757

What Campers Say

5.00

Top-Rated

Based on 6 reviews

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"Recent reviewer sentiment from Google is uniformly positive: campers praise the campground for its seclusion, large sites, privacy and clean facilities."

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Fees & Passes at Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground

$17/night

Campsite fees

Prices verified December 13, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official Michigan DNR website.

Best Time to Camp at Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground

Summer brings warm days ideal for lake activities, though the wetlands and ponds that make this area so beautiful also attract mosquitoes and biting insects—pack your bug spray and you'll be fine. The park offers interpretive programs from Memorial Day through Labor Day, adding educational fun to your camping adventure. Check the program schedule when you arrive to catch ranger-led activities during your stay.

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 Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground

Escape to Rifle River–Devoe Lake Campground, where towering trees frame a pristine, spring-fed lake perfect for peaceful paddles and refreshing swims. This rustic retreat offers the authentic Northwoods experience—no motors, no hookups, just you and nature in beautifully secluded campsites surrounded by forest.

Rustic campground with basic facilities (vault toilets, no hookups); suitable for tent camping and primitive/backcountry style stays.

Weather and SeasonsSummer brings warm days ideal for lake activities, though the wetlands and ponds that make this area so beautiful also attract mosquitoes and biting insects—pack your bug spray and you'll be fine. The park offers interpretive programs from Memorial Day through Labor Day, adding educational fun to your camping adventure. Check the program schedule when you arrive to catch ranger-led activities during your stay.

Natural Features and SceneryImagine waking up to dappled sunlight filtering through a dense canopy of hardwoods, your tent nestled among hills that roll gently toward crystal-clear Devoe Lake. The campground's landscape reads like a nature lover's wishlist: spring-fed lakes with glass-smooth water, quiet marshlands teeming with wildlife, hidden ponds waiting to be discovered, and trees everywhere providing natural privacy between sites. With motorized boats banned on Devoe and neighboring lakes, the only sounds you'll hear are bird calls, paddle strokes, and the occasional splash of swimmers enjoying some of Michigan's clearest water.

Geological RegionHeavily forested, hilly mixed hardwood and wetland landscape in Michigan's Northwoods (lower peninsula).

Campsite details

Total Campsites58 campsites

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive are allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

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Amenities available

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

A nature‑focused campground offering paddling, swimming, fishing, hiking, biking and abundant wildlife viewing on and around Devoe Lake and the Rifle River Recreation Area trail network.

Hiking

Numerous trails and short loops (e.g., Pintail Pond) and longer routes connect lakes, ponds and forested areas; an observation tower and other trail features are noted in the recreation area.

Fishing

Anglers use Devoe Lake and nearby waters (including the Rifle River); species reported in area accounts include bass, pike, bluegill and trout, with ice‑fishing reported in winter on some lakes.

Swimming

Clear, spring‑fed Devoe Lake and other nearby lakes have designated swim/beach areas noted by visitors.

Biking

Boating

Wildlife viewing

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed
Quiet hours are generally observed by most visitors; occasional violations reported and campers are advised to contact rangers if noise persists.

Hazards

General hazardsSeasonal heavy insects (especially near wetlands and on trails), narrow/bumpy internal roads that can be difficult for low‑clearance vehicles, and typical northern Michigan wildlife (deer, turkeys, raccoons, porcupines, coyotes, snapping turtles). Vault toilets are used in the rustic loops; no electrical hookups in rustic areas.

Weather at Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground

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Humidity: 82%

Wind: 7 mph

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Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground

Internal park roads (e.g., Ridge Rd) can be narrow, one-lane in places and may be bumpy with large puddles after rain; higher-clearance vehicles and cautious driving are recommended for some back roads.

Nearby supplies

Sunoco station immediately outside the park entrance sells basic groceries, camping supplies and beach items.

Reviews from booking and map sources

5.0

6 reviews

Top-Rated

Rifle River-Devoe Lake Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Recent reviewer sentiment from Google is uniformly positive: campers praise the campground for its seclusion, large sites, privacy and clean facilities.

Review Summaries

Based on 6 reviews

What Campers Love

Secluded, spacious sites with good privacy; clean campsites; nice boat launches and beach areas.

Based on 6 reviews

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"Love it."; "Campsites are great, lots of room and secluded."; "Secluded, huge sites with privacy."; "Campsites were clean people were nice and the boat launches and beach areas were nice!!!"; "i...

Based on 6 reviews