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Rollways Campground in Michigan
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Rollways Campground

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

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As of October 2026, Rollways Campground is a campground in Huron-Manistee National Forest, Michigan with 9 campsites. Rollways Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Rollways Campground is located at 44.4594° N, 83.7736° W.
people allowed on each site
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Rollways Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

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 Rollways Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Rollways Campground

  • Standard 9
  • Hookups 1

What an RV fits

  • 30 ft1 site
  • 55 ft8 sites

Amenities

  • restrooms
  • potable water

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

Things to do: fishing, hiking, photography.

All sites at Rollways Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the ROLLWAYS CAMPGROUND loop.

SiteTypeSleepsMax RVHookups
001Standard855 ft-
003Standard855 ft-
005Standard830 ftElectric, Water
007Standard855 ft-
009Standard855 ft-
011Standard855 ft-
013Standard855 ft-
015Standard855 ft-
017Standard855 ft-

About Rollways Campground

Overview

Rollways Campground is located 7 miles from Hale, Michigan along the beautiful AuSable River. The site was built in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds established in Huron National Forest. The space is small and secluded and features an observation area, picnic grounds and log shelter..

The facility is located just off the River Road National Scenic Byway in northeast Lower Michigan. The byway showcases incredible views of the AuSable River Valley.

Recreation

Hike on the accessible trail that connects the campground and picnic area to Westgate Scenic Overlook. Bring binoculars and a camera to take advantage of the epic view.

The same hiking path passes a stairway leading down to the river where visitors can fish and wade.

Facilities

The campground offers 19 pull-through campsites with picnic tables, a lantern post, grills, tent pads and campfire rings. At the picnic area, a log shelter, picnic tables and grills are available.

Vault toilets and drinking water spigots are dispersed throughout the campground and all roads and camping spurs are paved.

Natural Features

Rollways is perched on a high bluff overlooking Loud Dam Pond on the AuSable River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the great Lake Huron.

Nearby Attractions

Follow the length of the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway, which parallels the AuSable River.

Rules and notices at Rollways Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Rollways Campground 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:

  • •Occupancy limits apply to your site
  • •Keep all camping equipment and vehicles within your designated camp site. Keep all vehicles, trailers and RVs on camping spur.
  • •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.
  • •Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, and keep noise reasonable all other times.
  • •Pets must be on leash at all times.
  • •If potable water is available at your site, please be sure to wash your dishes and clothes away from the water source. If watering livestock or pets, please water them away from the water source. This will help protect the water source from contamination.
  • •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.
  • •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
  • •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.

Rollways Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Rollways Campground?

Rollways 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 Rollways Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Rollways 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 Rollways Campground have?

Rollways Campground has 9 campsites.

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