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Soldier Lake
FSU.S. Forest Service — St. Ignace · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Hiawatha National Forest |
| Location | St. Ignace · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest · 46.35056, -84.86833 · Map |
| Sites | 44 public sites counted from the federal listing — 44 standard nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 44 sites Water hookups at 0 of 44 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 44 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 44 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 75 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 44 sites · 30 ft: 44 sites · 35 ft: 21 sites · 40 ft: 16 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Check-in time is anytime after 2 pm. Early arrivals will be charged for the previous day. |
| Check-in / out | In 02:00 PM · Out 12:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 44 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 906-203-9872 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-09-02.
From the official listing
Overview A quiet, relaxing campground with campsites nestled in the pines surrounding Soldier Lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The campground provides a feeling of remoteness but is still close to roads that lead to some of the best sightseeing the area has to offer. Recreation Non-motorized boating is allowed on Soldier Lake. Swimming is also a popular activity. Two sandy beaches are found within the campground and day use areas.
The North Country National Scenic Trail, which winds through several northern states, can be accessed from the day use area. Facilities The rustic campground offers shaded single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and a campfire ring. Vault toilets and drinking water are provided. No hookups are available.
The campground also has two large day-use picnic areas with tables and grills. A sheltered picnic area is equipped with a fireplace. The picnic area has vault toilets and drinking water. Natural Features The campground surrounds 15-acre Soldier Lake. A scenic forest of pine, aspen and maple trees covers the area. Nearby Attractions The closest town is Strongs, 7 miles west. Services available include a fuel station, restaurants, and a general store. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111. Charges & Cancellations Please cancel 7 days in advance for reservation sites. Reservation sites cannot be transferred to walk-in sites.
Directions, from the listing
23998 M-28 Raco Michigan 49715
From Sault Ste. Marie, take I-75 approximately 8 miles south to Exit 386. Turn right onto M-28 and travel 21.5 miles west to Forest Road 3138. Turn left and continue less than a mile to the campground.
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Trip Card — Soldier Lake
St. Ignace · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | St. Ignace · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest |
| Fees | Check-in time is anytime after 2 pm. Early arrivals will be charged for the previous day. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 75 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 44 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234612 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.