The Minerva Lake Campsite location is in Rapid River, Michigan
49878. This page provides detailed contact information for this campground location including the campground phone number, office hours, reservation information and driving directions.
If you have any questions about the Minerva Lake Campsite facility, or if you need to reserve a campsite, then call the campground listed below.
Address
Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District
8181 Us Hwy 2
Rapid River
Michigan
49878
Phone number
906-474-6442 OR 906-387-2512
Campground information Rapid River, Michigan
Overview
There are many campsites on the Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest. Many are located on inland lakes and are in a rustic forest environment with few to no amenities and no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience. All of these sites are nestled in hardwood trees and pines. All of them are on small inland lakes, which offer a wide variety of fishing opportunities.
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters.
The 45-acre Minerva Lake contains largemouth bass and perch. This lake has always enjoyed a good reputation for fishing. There is an improved, day use boat access located adjacent to the campsite. It has a gravel base and is recommended for small boats and trailers only. Parking is limited.
Swimming conditions are poor.
Facilities
There is NO primitive toilet or drinking water available at this site.
Lake Name: Minerva Lake
Number of Sites: 1
Maximum Number of People Per Site: 8
Toilets: No
Boat Access: Back-In
Lake Size (acres): 45
Natural Features
There is one primitive campsite located on Minerva Lake. It is located in a small, semi-open area bordered by hardwood trees and hemlocks. It is 40ft. x 30 ft. and suitable for one family and tents or small trailers due to limited turn-around space.
Nearby Attractions
There are a number of horse, bike, and hiking trails within minutes of several of the sites. In over a mile from these campsites, visitors can expect to find: bait shops, general and grocery stores, gas, a pay phone, trailheads, a fishing pier, biking, and kayak/canoe rentals.
Groceries, gasoline, fishing and camping supplies, ice and deli are available approximately three miles south on County Road 437 in the Thunder Lake area
contact_info
For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District Rapid River, MI
How do I make a reservation with Minerva Lake Campsite?
To make reservations at Minerva Lake Campsite, you can call the office at 906-474-6442 OR 906-387-2512.
Where is Minerva Lake Campsite located?
The Minerva Lake Campsite is located at Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District 8181 Us Hwy 2 in Rapid River,
. This is the location you will need to go to for camping and information.
Does Minerva Lake Campsite have tent or RV camping?
Minerva Lake Campsite offers both tent and RV camping, but to confirm you will need to call the office at 906-474-6442 OR 906-387-2512 to make sure things haven’t changed.