Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground

Star3.71
17 reviews
Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground
Peace & QuietSummer Destination

Quick Facts

1,526 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

15 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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RV Friendly

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Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan 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

3.71

Mixed Reviews

Based on 17 reviews

12 Google reviews

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"Mostly positive reviews praising excellent fishing, quiet wooded setting, and picturesque lake access; occasional low ratings citing site disputes and insect issues. Small campground noted for solitude and rustic experience."

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Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground

Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground

46.2912, -88.0608

Driving directionsLocated in Marquette County; described as 15 miles southwest of Republic via M-95 South. Also described as about 4 miles off M-95 via Fence River Road and Squaw Lake Road.
Access via M-95; last miles on local forest roads (Fence River Road and Squaw Lake Road).
Nearby places
Republic — approximately 15 miles
Nearby supplies
Republic (basic services)

Best Time to Camp at Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground

Whether you're casting a line through morning mist in summer or drilling through winter ice, the lake offers exceptional fishing opportunities throughout the entire year. The campground welcomes visitors in every season, each bringing its own character to this northwoods sanctuary—from vibrant fall colors to snow-draped winter silence to the awakening of spring.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Morning mist fishing, lake access and solitude; occasional insect issues in summer noted.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Northwoods forest and lake suggest excellent fall color, quiet fishing and solitude.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.5 / 5

Spring fishing is good; spring insects and rustic services may affect comfort.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5

Ice fishing year-round is highlighted, but facilities are minimal for winter stays.

Planning Tips

    About Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground

    Escape to Ski-kwe zaag'igan State Forest Campground, a hidden gem tucked along a pristine lake in Michigan's western Upper Peninsula. This intimate, rustic retreat features just 15 wooded sites perfect for tents and small trailers, where you'll find the simple essentials—vault toilets, hand-pumped water, and the kind of peaceful solitude that makes you forget the outside world exists.
    Rustic, small state forest campground on the lake with 15 sites for tent and small trailer use; first-come, first-serve.
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    Stay Limit
    15-day maximum

    Amenities available

    Potable water
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    Lakefront, rustic campground offering fishing, boat access, hunting access to surrounding state land, and ORV access on local forest roads. Small, quiet site favored for solitude and angling.
    FishingYear-round fishing on Mino-kwezenhs zaagigan (lake). Species reported include rainbow trout, splake, bluegill, perch, and bass.
    SwimmingSwimming is possible at the boat launch; shoreline at the launch is rocky rather than sandy, and campers report using floatation devices to reach deeper water.
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsThe boat launch shoreline is rocky which may make wading or barefoot entry uncomfortable. The campground is remote; official cell coverage information is not provided. Typical northwoods insects are possible (not specifically documented for this campground).

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    Reviews

    3.7
    17 reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Ski-Kwe Zaag’Igan State Forest Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Mostly positive reviews praising excellent fishing, quiet wooded setting, and picturesque lake access; occasional low ratings citing site disputes and insect issues. Small campground noted for solitude and rustic experience.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 17 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Great year-round fishing; peaceful, secluded lakeside setting shaded by hardwoods and conifers; some sites have docks or closer lake access; reviewers note scenic views and loons.
    Based on 17 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Sites are first-come, first-serve — arrive early. Bring shoes for rocky shoreline, flotation devices if you want to float, and plan to pack out trash. Expect rustic facilities (vault toilet,...
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    Based on 17 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "One of my favorite places to camp! The fishing is spectacular."; "This is a nice place to get away for some solitude. You can swim at the boat launch but it’s rocky."; "Quiet, good fishing."
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    Last updated February 2, 2026
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