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Ausable River Camping

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

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As of October 2026, Ausable River Camping is a campground in Huron-Manistee National Forest, Michigan with 101 campsites. Ausable River Camping is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Ausable River Camping is located at 44.6511° N, 84.0994° W.

people allowed on 94 of 101 sites: 10

Ausable River Camping reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 1 (57 sites)Oct 2 (31 sites)

57 sites open on Oct 1 at Ausable River Camping. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 13:03 UTC.

Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
Campsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 6 reservations
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights
Tribal discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Ausable River Camping, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Ausable River Camping

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Standard 61
Boat-in 40

What an RV fits

18 ft24 sites
20 ft1 site
26 ft14 sites
30 ft6 sites
40 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Valley · Access: Gravel road.

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

All sites at Ausable River Camping, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001D	Alcona Pond	Standard	10	26 ft
002D	Alcona Pond	Standard	10	26 ft
003D	Alcona Pond	Standard	10	26 ft
004D	Alcona Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
005C	Alcona Pond	Boat-in	10	-
006D	Alcona Pond	Standard	10	26 ft
007D	Alcona Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
008W	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Standard	10	-
009C	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Boat-in	10	-
010W	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Standard	10	-
011D	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Standard	10	18 ft
012C	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Boat-in	10	-
013C	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Boat-in	10	-
014C	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Boat-in	10	-
015C	Ausable Semi-Primitive North	Boat-in	10	-
016C	Ausable Semi-Primitve South	Boat-in	10	-
017C	Ausable Semi-Primitve South	Boat-in	10	-
018C	Ausable Semi-Primitve South	Boat-in	10	-
019C	Ausable Semi-Primitve South	Boat-in	10	-
020C	Ausable Semi-Primitve South	Boat-in	10	-
032C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
033C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
034C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
035C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
036C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
037C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
038C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
039C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
040C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
041C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
058W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
059W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
060W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
061W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
062W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
063W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
064W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
065C	Cooke Pond	Boat-in	10	-
066D	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
067D	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
068D	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
069W	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
070D	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	-
071D	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
072D	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
073D	Cooke Pond	Standard	10	26 ft
028C	Five Channels Pond	Boat-in	6	-
029C	Five Channels Pond	Boat-in	10	-
030C	Five Channels Pond	Boat-in	10	-
031C	Five Channels Pond	Boat-in	10	-
074D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
075W	Foote Pond	Standard	6	20 ft
076D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
077D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
078D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
079W	Foote Pond	Standard	10	-
080D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
081D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
082D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
083C	Foote Pond	Boat-in	10	-
084C	Foote Pond	Boat-in	10	-
085W	Foote Pond	Standard	10	-
086C	Foote Pond	Boat-in	10	-
087W	Foote Pond	Standard	6	-
088D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
089D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
090W	Foote Pond	Standard	4	-
091D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
092D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
093D	Foote Pond	Standard	10	18 ft
094C	Foote Pond	Boat-in	10	-
095C	Foote Pond	Boat-in	4	-
096C	Foote Pond	Boat-in	10	-
097C	Foote Pond	Boat-in	10	-
021C	Loud Pond	Boat-in	10	-
022C	Loud Pond	Boat-in	10	-
023C	Loud Pond	Boat-in	10	-
024C	Loud Pond	Boat-in	10	-
025C	Loud Pond	Boat-in	10	-
026C	Loud Pond	Boat-in	10	-
027C	Loud Pond	Boat-in	10	-
098D	Lower Ausable	Standard	6	18 ft
099D	Lower Ausable	Standard	10	26 ft
100D	Lower Ausable	Standard	10	40 ft
101D	Lower Ausable	Standard	10	26 ft
102D	Lower Ausable	Standard	10	26 ft
042D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	18 ft
043D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	26 ft
044D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	18 ft
045D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	30 ft
046D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	30 ft
047D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	30 ft
048D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	30 ft
049D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	30 ft
050D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	26 ft
051D	Sawmill Point	Standard	6	18 ft
052D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	26 ft
053D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	26 ft
054D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	26 ft
055D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	26 ft
057D	Sawmill Point	Standard	10	30 ft

About Ausable River Camping

Overview

AuSable River Dispersed Camping is a unique series of 102 individually designated single-family campsites on a 55-mile stretch of the lovely AuSable River. All campsites are within Alcona and Iosco Counties in Michigan.

These rustic sites are divided into sections near Alcona Pond, the AuSable Semi-Primitive Non-Motorized Area, Loud Pond, Five Channels Pond, Cooke Pond, Foote Pond and Lower Ausable. Each are ideal for family camping, with opportunities for fly fishing, swimming, canoeing and bird watching.

Recreation

Both river and lake fishing are available for perch, bass and pike walleye. One recommended spot is the Whirlpool Angler access point. All sites are also near the River Road National Scenic Byway, which offers wonderful views of the river valley.

The campground has boat-in camping, and canoe rentals are available in Glennie, Hale, Mio and Oscoda.

Facilities

All sites are primitive with no drinking water, toilets or trash removal. Campers are expected to bring plenty of water, portable toilets and garbage bags. Parking aprons are dirt or gravel.

Natural Features

Campsites sit on bluffs that range from five to 300 feet above the waterline of the lower AuSable River. Depending on the site, access to the river may be difficult due to steep or eroding slopes.

The AuSable River meanders across 138 miles of Michigan and flows into the great lake, Lake Huron.

Rules and notices at Ausable River Camping

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Ausable River Camping on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Your permit is subject to forfeit and a violation notice may be issued for failing to follow these rules

Your use of this site is limited to 14 nights within any 30 day period.

Occupy only the site indicated on your permit.

All camping equipment must be set up within 25 feet of the numbered campsite marker.

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No more than 10 people per site.

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No more than any combination of 2 camping units, recreational trailers are included in this number.

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No more than 2 vehicles per site. Vehicles must be on parking spur.

Campsites must be occupied with a camping unit within 24 hours of the start of your reservation. Your site will be forfeit unless the Forest Service has been contacted and your late arrival has been approved.

Toilets are not available at most sites. Please provide your own, or dispose of human waste by soil incorporation. Dig a hole 6 to 12 inches deep and cover immediately after use. Location should be on high ground at least 100 feet from any water. Toilet paper must be removed or buried with human waste.

Pack it in, pack it out. Leave the site clean for the next campers. Do not leave trash in fire rings, and do not burry or burn trash or recyclables.

Be careful with fire. Do NOT leave hot campfires unattended. Make sure your ashes are cool to the touch before you leave.

You may use downed wood for firewood. Keep fires within the fire ring.

Fireworks and use of fireworks are NOT permitted.

Do not tie/tack anything to standing trees, including (but not limited to) horses, pets, laundry lines, garbage bags.

ORV’s may only be operated on trails signed as open for their use. ORV’s may not be used within campgrounds or camping areas.

Other rules and regulations apply. For questions, late arrivals, or early departures please contact Lumberman’s Monument at 989-362-8961, or visit the Huron-Manistee National Forests website www.fs.usda.gov/hmnf.

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.

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Ausable River Camping FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Ausable River Camping?

Ausable River Camping is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 101 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Ausable River Camping?

Cancellations happen frequently at Ausable River Camping, 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 Ausable River Camping have?

Ausable River Camping has 101 campsites.