Au Train Lake Campground
Hiawatha National Forest, Michigan
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As of October 2026, Au Train Lake Campground is a campground in Hiawatha National Forest, Michigan with 20 campsites. Au Train Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Au Train Lake Campground is located at 46.3917° N, 86.8381° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
Au Train Lake Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
- Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights
- Tribal discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Au Train Lake Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Au Train Lake Campground
- Standard 20
What an RV fits
- 25 ft3 sites
- 30 ft2 sites
- 35 ft1 site
- 45 ft1 site
- 50 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Forest.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife.
All sites at Au Train Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the AuTrain Lake Campground loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 002 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 003 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 005 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 007 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 008 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 009 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft |
| 010 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 011 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft |
| 018 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft |
| 021 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 024 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 028 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft |
| 029 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 031 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 032 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 033 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 034 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 036 | Standard | 8 | - |
| 037 | Standard | 8 | - |
About Au Train Lake Campground
Overview
Located at the south end of AuTrain Lake, this campground is favored by anglers and outdoor enthusiasts.
The quiet setting is great for family trips, and visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational opportunities year-round, all less than a day's drive from major urban areas of Michigan and Wisconsin.
Recreation
The large size of the lake provides miles of prime water skiing, boating, swimming and fishing. Anglers can expect a healthy catch of bass and a variety of perch. Canoeing is also popular on AuTrain Lake and the nearby AuTrain River, which meanders into Lake Superior.
The campground also provides access to the popular two-mile Songbird interpretive trail, which winds through forest and field, along bog and lakeshore, and is popular for birding.
A wildlife viewing platform is available at neighboring Buck Bay and Buck Bay Creek.
Facilities
The campground offers dozens of large, wooded campsites, available for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
A boat ramp is available at the parking area of the campground, and the lot offers plenty of space for turning and parking. Boat rentals are available in AuTrain.
Natural Features
AuTrain Lake is located in the upper peninsula of Michigan, between three of the Great Lakes. It sits amid rolling hills forested with pine and aspen trees, as well as large open and tree-covered wetlands.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 379-5791.
Nearby Attractions
The city of AuTrain, located on the shores of Lake Superior, is about 5 miles from the campground.
Rules and notices at Au Train Lake Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Au Train Lake Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
No lifeguard is on duty at the beach; swim at your own risk
Off-road vehicles not permitted
There are no electricity, water or sewer hookups at the campground
Two pets per site
No switching sites upon arrival
Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged an $8 per night fee and collected at the campground if you did not pay for the Extra Vehicle Add On. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur at your site.
Reserved Sites will be held until checkout time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of the second day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
Hiawatha National Forest - West Day Use Fees:
Day Use $8.00
Day Use Annual Pass $40.00
Check OUT is at 12:00 PM
Check IN is at 2:00 PM
Au Train Lake Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Au Train Lake Campground?
Au Train Lake Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Au Train Lake Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Au Train Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Au Train Lake Campground have?
Au Train Lake Campground has 20 campsites.
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