Perch Lake Campground

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16 reviews
Perch Lake Campground

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Sites

20 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Not Allowed

RV Friendly

Opens Kenton Ranger District, Ottawa National Forest site

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Perch Lake 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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00

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What Campers Say

3.54

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"Reviewers describe Perch Lake Campground as a small, peaceful, and beautiful lakeside campground with wooded and sunny sites, many right on the water. Campers consistently highlight its quiet, uncrowded feel and good fishing, though several note its rustic nature with limited amenities and some inconsiderate camper behavior. Overall ratings are strongly positive, with most reviews at 4–5 stars."

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About Perch Lake Campground

Tucked away in the Kenton Ranger District of Ottawa National Forest, Perch Lake Campground offers an intimate escape just 10 miles southeast of Sidnaw. This single-loop campground features 20 versatile sites perfect for tents, trailers, and RVs, with many positioned right along the water's edge where excellent fishing, canoeing, and kayaking await.
One-loop campground with 20 drive-in campsites that accommodate tents, trailers, and motor homes; sites include tables and fire rings and provide lake access for many sites.
Natural Features and SceneryPerch Lake's calm, clear waters beckon paddlers to explore its shoreline at their own pace, with many campsites offering direct lake access for launching canoes and kayaks. The aquatic adventure extends beyond your campsite—just minutes to the west, Hannah-Web Lake and Winslow Lake create a trio of pristine waters perfect for anglers and paddlers looking to discover new fishing holes and hidden coves. Whether you're casting a line from shore as the morning mist rises or gliding across glassy water at sunset, this cluster of lakes provides endless opportunities to connect with northern Michigan's waterways.
Geological RegionOttawa National Forest, Kenton Ranger District, Iron County (eastern Ottawa NF)
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Campsite details

AccessibilityOne accessible vault toilet within the campground loop.
Sites SizeSpacious sites; many sites have direct lake access.
Total Campsites20 campsites
Recommended CampsitesEach campsite includes a wood table, fire ring, and parking spur. The campground loop contains two sets of vault toilets (one accessible vault toilet) and two hand pumps that provide drinking water. A boat ramp and parking area are adjacent to the campground.

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Site layoutOne-loop campground with 20 drive-in campsites; each site has a wood table, fire ring, and parking spur. Two sets of vault toilets (one accessible) and two hand pumps for drinking water are located within the loop.

Amenities available

Potable water
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Flush toilets
Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Perch Lake offers water-based recreation as the primary activity, with excellent fishing and popular non-motorized boating opportunities. Canoeing and kayaking are noted as an excellent way to experience the area.
Fishing
Excellent fishing on Perch Lake; many campsites have lake access for anglers.
Boating
Canoeing and kayaking are popular; a boat ramp and adjacent parking area are available for launching.
Water Sports
Canoeing and kayaking
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Campground rules

  • Pets are not allowed

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Proximity to water featuresCampground is on Perch Lake with many sites having lake access; a boat ramp and parking area are adjacent to the campground.

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Perch Lake Campground
Driving directionsPerch Lake Campground is in Iron County on the Kenton Ranger District of the eastern Ottawa National Forest, 10 miles southeast of the town of Sidnaw. From Sidnaw travel south on Sidnaw Road approximately 10 miles to the campground (road is paved for approximately 6½ miles then turns to gravel). From Iron River, take County Road 657 north ~15 miles, turn slight right onto FR 2130 and travel ~9½ miles to Sidnaw Road, then turn left onto Sidnaw Road and travel ~2 miles to the campground.
Access via Sidnaw Road; road is paved for approximately 6½ miles from Sidnaw then becomes gravel.
Nearby places
Sidnaw (approximately 10 miles)
Ironwood and Marquette are within two-hour drives
directions provided from Iron River.

Reviews from booking and map sources

3.5
16 reviews
Mixed Reviews
Mixed Reviews
Perch Lake Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
Reviewers describe Perch Lake Campground as a small, peaceful, and beautiful lakeside campground with wooded and sunny sites, many right on the water. Campers consistently highlight its quiet, uncrowded feel and good fishing, though several note its rustic nature with limited amenities and some inconsiderate camper behavior. Overall ratings are strongly positive, with most reviews at 4–5 stars.
Review Summaries
Based on 16 reviews

What Campers Love

Campers love the lakefront sites where you can swim and fish directly from your campsite, as well as the overall peaceful, quiet atmosphere. The wooded setting, canopy of trees, and scenic lake views...
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Based on 16 reviews

Common Concerns

The campground is very rustic: multiple reviewers note there is no power, no showers, and only pit/"hole in the ground" toilets. Several complaints focus on other campers’ behavior—people walking...
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Based on 16 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Expect a primitive experience: no hookups, no showers, and pit toilets only—if you “like no bugs and showers,” one reviewer suggests this isn’t for you. If you have a boat, plan to beach it at sandy...
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Camper Quotes

"Nice sites. Only the lake side ones get used... Good fishing and quiet. Not as busy as Norway Lake." "What a beautiful campground! Wooded and sunny lots, many right on the lake. The kids were able...
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Site-Specific Reviews

Site 12 is called an “awesome little slice of heaven,” mostly shaded with direct lake access and great views; the reviewer was able to get into the lake from the site and appreciated leftover...
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Last updated December 10, 2025
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