The Mowe Lake Campsites 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 Mowe Lake Campsites 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 dispersed campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters.
Neither site on Mowe Lake has good swimming conditions.
Mowe Lake is a good fishery for northern pike, largemouth bass, pumpkinseed and yellow perch. Survesy indicate a good, healthy fishery. there is an unimproved access located across from site 2. It has a sand base and is recommneded for small boats and trailers only.
Facilities
There is NO drinking water provided at this site.
There is a primitive toilet.
Lake Name: Mowe Lake
Number of Sites: 2
Max Number of People Per Site: 8 (for both sites)
Toilets: Yes
Boat Access: Back-In
Lake Size (acres): 25
Natural Features
There are two campsites located on Mowe Lake, each with their own set of characteristics:
- Site 1 is located in a semi-open area bordered by hardwood trees. It is 60 ft. x 40 ft and suitable for one family and trailer.
- Site 2 is similar to site 1 in layout, but slightly smaller in size. It is suitable for one family and trailer.
The access road to these sites is narrow, but capable of handling moderate sized vehicles and trailers.
contact_info
For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.
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.
Gasoline, groceries, fishing and camping supplies, boat rentals, ice, MDNR, licenses, deli and restaurants are available approximately six miles northwest on Forest Highway 13.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rapid River/Manistique Ranger District Rapid River, MI
How do I make a reservation with Mowe Lake Campsites?
To make reservations at Mowe Lake Campsites, you can call the office at 906-474-6442 OR 906-387-2512.
Where is Mowe Lake Campsites located?
The Mowe Lake Campsites 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 Mowe Lake Campsites have tent or RV camping?
Mowe Lake Campsites 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.