42
Total Campsites
Campground
24
Reservable Sites
Mixed (reservable + first-come)
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Accessible
ADA-compliant sites
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Organization
Managing agency
Overview
About Mack Lake ORV Campground
Overview Mack Lake ORV Campground is the largest campground on the Mio Ranger District. Southeast of Mio, Mack Lake is 175-acres of shared private and federal ownership. An embedded day use area provides visitors with a picnic area as well as water access and a swimming area surrounded by bouys. With an ORV trailhead located within the campgroud, Mack Lake ORV Campground is a popular location for ORV trail riders. Recreation Water Activities : A day use area inside the Beaver Loop of Mack Lake ORV Campground is designed for picnicing and water activities such as beach play, swimming, fishing, and boating. Carry-in boat access is available through the day use area. Anglers can hope to catch sunfish, perch, and walleye. ORV Riding : Mack Lake ORV Campground is a popular location with ORV riders. With the trailhead for the Mack Lake Trail System starting in the campground, ORV riders can enjoy the section near Maltby Hills for easier trail riding or head to Bull Gap Hill Climb for a challenge. The trail is mostly on a 0 - 10% grade, with some short sections at a 30% grade Facilities Water Activities : A day use area inside the Beaver Loop of Mack Lake ORV Campground is designed for picnicing and water activities such as beach play, swimming, fishing, and boating. Carry-in boat access is available through the day use area. Anglers can hope to catch sunfish, perch, and walleye. ORV Riding : Mack Lake ORV Campground is a popular location with ORV riders. With the trailhead for the Mack Lake Trail System starting in the campground, ORV riders can enjoy the section near Maltby Hills for easier trail riding or head to Bull Gap Hill Climb for a challenge. The trail is mostly on a 0 - 10% grade, with some short sections at a 30% grade Natural Features The 175-acre lake is surrounded by rolling jack pine plains and is a good location for wildlife viewing. Nearby Attractions contact_info This location has limited staffing. Please call (989) 826-3252 for general information. Charges & Cancellations All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.
- 42 total campsites listed.
- 24 reservable sites plus first-come options.
- Most common site type: standard nonelectric (41).
- Map coordinates are available for trip planning.
Our Take
What makes Mack Lake ORV Campground special
Mack Lake ORV Campground is built for adventure. As the largest campground on the Mio Ranger District in Michigan's Huron National Forest, this 42-site destination sits alongside a 175-acre lake and serves as a launching point for some of the best off-road vehicle trails in the northern Lower Peninsula. If you love the rumble of an engine on a forest trail and the reward of a quiet lakeside evening afterward, this is your kind of place. The campground itself is well-positioned between water and woods. Mack Lake offers good fishing for bass, bluegill, and panfish, and the calm waters are ideal for canoeing, kayaking, or just floating on a warm afternoon. A sandy swimming area makes it a hit with families, and the surrounding jack pine forest provides shade and a distinctly Up North atmosphere. The real draw for many visitors, though, is the ORV trail system. Miles of designated routes wind through the national forest, offering terrain that ranges from easy cruising to more challenging runs through sand and mixed forest. After a day on the trails, the campground feels like a well-earned reward. Evenings here bring campfire smoke drifting through the pines, loons calling across the lake, and the kind of easy camaraderie that comes from sharing a campground with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Mack Lake strikes a great balance between active recreation and lakeside relaxation.
Campsite Inventory
42 sites to choose from
STANDARD NONELECTRIC
24
Reservable
0
Accessible
MANAGEMENT
0
Reservable
0
Accessible
Amenities & Details
Everything you need to know
Campfire Allowed
Yes
Site capacity
Single
Check-in time
02:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Driveway entry
Back-in
Driveway length (ft)
30, 40, 45, 50
Driveway surface
Gravel
Max guests
8
Max vehicle length (ft)
30, 40, 45, 50
Site Access
Drive In
Reservations & Contact
Plan your stay
Phone
989-826-3252
sm.fs.hmnf@usda.gov
Getting There
From Grayling: Travel east on M-72 for 30 miles. Turn right and travel south on M-33 for 6 miles. Turn left and travel east on County Rd. 604 for 4 miles. Turn left and travel north on FR 4460 for 1 mile. Turn left and travel west on County Rd. 489 for 1 mile.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know before your trip to Mack Lake ORV Campground.
How do reservations work for Mack Lake ORV Campground?
Reservation availability for Mack Lake ORV Campground can vary by season and campsite type. Check the contact and access section before booking.
What campsite types are available at Mack Lake ORV Campground?
Mack Lake ORV Campground currently lists STANDARD NONELECTRIC (41), MANAGEMENT (1).
Where is Mack Lake ORV Campground located?
Mack Lake ORV Campground is in Michigan near Mio. Coordinates: 44.5788, -84.0649.
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