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Big Knob State Forest Campground
Dept. Natural Resources
Write a Review Big Knob Road Gould City, MI 49838 906-492-3215 Official WebsiteGPS: 46.039, -85.594
Overview of Big Knob State Forest Campground
Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: Michigan Recreation Passport
Last Price Paid: $15
Reported by kartdoug on 9/28/2020
Longest RV Reported: 32 feet (Class C)
Reported by Bruce&Barbara on 8/28/2020
Number of Sites 23
Elevation 557 ft / 169 m
Max Stay 14
Max Length 40 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Big Knob State Forest Campground 4 people have reviewed this location.
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Last reported 9/28/2020
Confirmed by 1 User
Last reported 7/12/2020
“Quiet with a good beach and hiking. ”
Reviewed 9/28/2020
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 7 |
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Very quiet and very few campers. there were only 4 campers when we were there in late September. most sites are for smaller trailer and tent campers but our 27' 5th wheel found a great site with beach access.
With great sandy beach walking and a marked hiking trail right from the campground, this spot has it all.
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kartdoug would stay here again
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“Great secluded campground ”
Reviewed 9/8/2020
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 7 |
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Lots of large, level private sites. We have a 33’ RV and had no problem finding several suitable sites. Sites 1-7 have direct lake access to a beautiful sandy beach. Don’t be put off by by the 6 mile dirt access road. There is a gem at the end.
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Dave would stay here again
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“Nice overnight stay”
Reviewed 8/28/2020
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 22 |
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This campsite is the only pull-thru, which we were fortunate to fund available.. Our 32' Clss C with 16' trailer would have only fit in one other site comfortably, and there was a small tent already occupying. Another review states "The sites are medium to large sized, and the dense woods add a good amount of privacy", which is spot... more
This campsite is the only pull-thru, which we were fortunate to fund available.. Our 32' Clss C with 16' trailer would have only fit in one other site comfortably, and there was a small tent already occupying. Another review states "The sites are medium to large sized, and the dense woods add a good amount of privacy", which is spot on, however, most sites woukd be difficult for analyzing other than a tent or small trailer to occupy. Beautiful area....
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Bruce&Barbara would stay here again
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“Deep in the Woods, but right on Lake Michigan”
Reviewed 7/12/2020
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 18 |
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This campsite is nestled in a beautiful section of state forest at the end of a six mile dirt road. The campground has access to a small sandy beach on Lake Michigan and has a few hiking trails as well. We saw lots of wildlife, including a coyote and a porcupine! The sites are medium to large sized, and the dense woods add a good amo... more
This campsite is nestled in a beautiful section of state forest at the end of a six mile dirt road. The campground has access to a small sandy beach on Lake Michigan and has a few hiking trails as well. We saw lots of wildlife, including a coyote and a porcupine! The sites are medium to large sized, and the dense woods add a good amount of privacy. Many sites are level or fairly close to level. Great place to stay if you're looking for some nature!
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Mini Motorhome would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- dry camping
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- OHV
- recreation trail
- swimming beach
- water access
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- restrooms: vault
- trash
- water available
Pets
- pets
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