Monocle Lake Campground
Hiawatha National Forest, Michigan
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As of October 2026, Monocle Lake Campground is a campground in Hiawatha National Forest, Michigan with 27 campsites. Monocle Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Monocle Lake Campground is located at 46.4725° N, 84.6392° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
Monocle Lake Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
- Changes allowed: 3 change(s) per reservation
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive days
- Reservations close: 4 day(s) prior to arrival
- Tribal discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Monocle Lake Campground, read on September 28, 2026.
Campsites at Monocle Lake Campground
- Standard 26
- Tent 1
What an RV fits
- 30 ft8 sites
- 40 ft5 sites
- 50 ft10 sites
- 75 ft1 site
- 80 ft2 sites
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, photography.
All sites at Monocle Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the MONOCLE LAKE loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Standard | 8 | 75 ft |
| 02 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 03 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 04 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 05 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 06 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 07 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 08 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 09 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 10 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 11 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 12 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 22 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 23 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Standard | 8 | 80 ft |
| 25 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 28 | Tent | 8 | - |
| 31 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 32 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 34 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 35 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 37 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 38 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 39 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 40 | Standard | 8 | 80 ft |
| 41 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 42 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
About Monocle Lake Campground
Overview
Monocle Lake Campground offers a a relaxing place to fish, swim and hike along the shores of scenic Monocle Lake just off Lake Superior. It is located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula in the northeastern corner of the Hiawatha National Forest.
The campground is centrally located among many recreational opportunities in the Sault Ste. Marie area, including the Whitefish Bay National Scenic Byway and Tahquamenon Falls.
Recreation
Monocle Lake is populated with walleye, smallmouth bass, pike and perch. Two man-made reefs lie just off the eastern shore next to the campground, where anglers typically have good luck.
Swimming and boating are popular activities in the area. Visitors also enjoy hiking the 14.5-mile Monocle Lake Trail. Two miles of the trail have interpretive displays, and the first 1100 feet of the trail are along an elevated, accessible boardwalk. Additional trails are found in the surrounding area.
Facilities
The campground offers heavily shaded single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. Hookups are not available.
A day-use picnic area, adjacent to a fairly large parking area at the campground, provides easy access to a swimming beach. The picnic area is equipped with tables, grills and drinking water, as well as accessible vault toilets.
A paved boat launch with a parking lot big enough to accommodate vehicles and trailers provides easy access to the beautiful all sports lake.
Natural Features
The campground surrounds the south end of 172-acre Monocle Lake, and is less than two miles from the historic Point Iroquois Lighthouse. It is nestled in a mixed hardwood forest of aspen, maple, birch and pine trees, providing scenic lake and forest views from anywhere in the campground. Private residences also surround the inland lake.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 379-5791.
Nearby Attractions
The nearest town is Bay Mills, which is about 6 miles from Monocle Lake. The United States-Canada border, at Sault Ste. Marie, is about 25 miles from the campground.
Tahquamenon Falls, a series of beautifully brown-colored waterfalls on the Tahquamenon River, is located about 35 miles from Monocle Lake.
Charges & Cancellations
Please cancel 7 days in advance if you need to cancel your reservation. Reservation sites cannot be traded for walk-in sites.
Rules and notices at Monocle Lake Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Monocle Lake Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Click here for more information on the Hiawatha National Forest
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.
Reservations cannot be traded for walk up sites.
Check OUT is at 12:00 PM
Check IN is at 2:00 PM
This location does not have an office. It has a self pay station. Reservations cannot be changed at this location.
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.
Monocle Lake Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Monocle Lake Campground?
Monocle 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 Monocle Lake Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Monocle 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 Monocle Lake Campground have?
Monocle Lake Campground has 27 campsites.
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