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Au Sable Loop Campground

Huron-Manistee National Forest, Huron-Manistee National Forests, Michigan

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As of September 2026, Au Sable Loop Campground is a campground in Huron-Manistee National Forest, Michigan with 3 campsites. Au Sable Loop Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Au Sable Loop Campground is located at 44.6511° N, 84.0994° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Au Sable Loop Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights
Tribal discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Au Sable Loop Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Au Sable Loop Campground

135

Standard 3

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Paved road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Au Sable Loop Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Au Sable Loop loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps
1	Standard	8
3	Standard	8
5	Standard	8

About Au Sable Loop Campground

Overview

As visitors exit McKinley Road to enter the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook, they will first see a panoramic vista of the National Scenic portion of the Au Sable River. From the Au Sable Loop Scenic Overlook follow the unpaved road to reach the campground. The small five site campground is set amidst a mixed hardwood forest. The campground and day use areas are ideal for scenery viewing, wildlife viewing, and picnicking.

Recreation

Water Activities: The Au Sable Loop Campground provides forest visitors with a variety of water activities. Access to the Au Sable River is afforded by a short path from the campground. Anglers can boat, wade, and fish from shore. Fish species found in the Au Sable River include bass, pike, brown trout, walleye, perch, sunfish, steelhead, and salmon. The water flows at a speed of 2 mph. The Au Sable River provides opportunities for non-motorized boating using watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, and rafts. Watercraft can be rented in Mio at Hinchman’s Acres Resort or at Alcona Canoe Rental in Glennie.
Hiking: Along the north side of the river is the 0.5 mile Mio Nature Trail with a trailhead located in the Mio Ranger Station parking lot. Along the south side of the river is the 4.5 mile Wolf Creek Trail . The trailhead for Wolf Creek is on the lefthand side 1 mile west of Mio down South River road. Both trails provide views of the Au Sable River and are appropriate for a variety of skill levels.

Facilities

The Au Sable Loop Campground provides a handpump well for drinking water, a vault toilet, and trash collection services. Campsites provide users with picnic tables, campfire rings, and lantern posts.

Natural Features

Located near the banks of the National Scenic Au Sable River, this campground is a haven for water based recreation. An exemplary setting for wildlife viewing, visitors and campers will see a melding of habitats as the river turns to forest and then to field. The area is inhabited by bald eagles, deer, bear, bobcat, porcupine, various songbirds, and waterfowl. Please respect wildlife and observe from a distance.

Contact Info

This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (989) 826-3252.

Charges & Cancellations

All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.

Rules and notices at Au Sable Loop Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Au Sable Loop Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you online or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders:

- Au Sable National Scenic River Corridor; R904-14-18

- Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02

- Occupancy and Use; R904-14-03

Forest quiet hours apply.

Some sites are available on a first-come, first serve basis.

You must occupy your site within 24 hours of the start of your reservation. Contact the Forest Service to request a late arrival or your site may be forfeited.

Do not tie or tack anything to standing trees, including but not limited to pets, laundry lines, or garbage bags.

You may use downed wood for firewood. Keep fires within the fire ring. Do not leave hot campfires unattended. Make sure your ashes are cool to the touch before you leave.

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

Fireworks and use of fireworks are not permitted.

ORVs may only be operated on roads and trails signed as open for their use. ORVs may not be used within campgrounds.

This site is not gated during the off season. It not maintained in winter. Access road and/or parking lot are not plowed. No toilet facilities are available.

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Au Sable Loop Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Au Sable Loop Campground?

Au Sable Loop 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 Sable Loop Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Au Sable Loop 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 Sable Loop Campground have?

Au Sable Loop Campground has 3 campsites.