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Price
Varies
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
15 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
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Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground
46.2912, -88.0608
Anglers targeting rainbow trout, splake, or bluegill on a calm northwoods lake with almost no one around. Grab a waterfront site with dock access early on a summer Friday and you'll have it made. Paddling after dinner with loons calling is the whole point.
Families counting on sandy-beach swimming will be disappointed by the rocky boat-launch shoreline. No showers, no hookups, carry-out trash, and 15 miles to basic supplies in Republic means this rewards self-sufficient campers only.
Official information for Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.
Please note that the name of the campground and lake were renamed in 2023. This beautiful, rustic campground is on the shore of Mino-kwezenhs zaagigan (lake) and is known for great year-round fishing. There are 15 sites for tent and small trailer use. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is a "carry-in, carry-out," which means there are no trash barrels provided, so please plan trash removal accordingly. The campground is located 15 miles southwest of Republic via M-95 South. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. View Campground closing and opening dates .
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Summer brings the most comfortable camping, with daytime highs in the mid-60s to mid-70s°F and cool nights in the mid-40s to mid-50s°F. Long daylight hours make it easy to fish late or paddle after dinner. July and August weekends see moderate traffic, so the campground's small size means popular sites fill quickly. Fishing stays excellent year-round. Winter sees use from ice anglers, though snowpack and silence replace the loons.
Best season for paddling, fishing and comfortable temps (mid‑60s to 70s); long daylight favors activities.
Rustic, carry-in/carry-out campground with vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. No hookups, showers, or trash barrels; 15 sites for tents and small trailers.
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