Council Lake Campsites

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<h2>Overview</h2> <p>The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.</p><h2>Recreation</h2> <p>Council Lake is a 12-acre lake with yellow perch, rock and largemouth bass, bluegill, black crappie, bullhead and northern pike. Licenses are required to fish in Michigan waters.  </p> <p>Council Lake is part of a small chain of lakes and offers excellent canoeing and kayaking opportunities. There is a short portage that links Council Lake to Bar Lake and the Indian Wild and Scenic River.<br>Non-motorized boats can be used on the lake, however access at the campground is by land only. A boat ramp can be found at adjoining Red Jack Lake. </p> <p>The day-use area is equipped with tables and a pedestal grill. The area is near a beach that is perfect for lounging and swimming. No drinking water is provided at the campsite; water must be brought in and garbage must be carried out.</p> <h2>Facilities</h2> <p>There are four campsites at Council Lake for tent and small RV camping. Each campsite is equipped with a table and a campfire ring. A pit toilet is located near site 1, but toilet paper is not provided.</p> <p>There is <strong>NO</strong> drinking water.</p> <p><strong>Lake Name:</strong> Council Lake</p> <p><strong>Number of Sites:</strong> 4</p> <p><strong>Maximum Number of People:</strong> 8 (for each site)</p> <p><strong>Toilets:</strong> 1 (by site 1)</p> <p><strong>Boat Access: </strong>Carry-In</p> <p><strong>Lake Size (acres):</strong> 14</p> <h2>Natural Features</h2> <p>These four campsites are situated on the quaint 12 - acre Council Lake, nestled in a mixed stand of hardwood and pine trees. They are on the southern shores of Council Lake, close to adjoining Red Jack and Scout lakes.</p> <h2>Contact Info</h2> For local information, please call (906) 387-2512 or call (906) 474-6442 for general information.

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