French Farm Lake

There are six designated sites and signage indicating to only park in said designated sites, but this place was beyond full on a weekday in mid-July, and there were a lot of people that had made their own space. Many sites looked like people had been there for eons. We were bummed we couldn't get a spot, but we sat down by the lake and... more

too tired to drive farther so I piggybacked on the last site by the lake, parked and slept in my van, no one was in appearance at the site, although there was a tent placed there so I pulled off the drive and figured if anyone came knocking Id plead tiredness and tell them I was leaving in the morning and just wanted to sleep,,,fortuna... more

Camping here was an amazing treat. The location couldn't have been better. It was quiet and peaceful. You'd occasionally hear the freeway or a ferry boat, but it was pretty rare. And there were no man-made lights to be seen anywhere. Lake-side camping but near enough to basic things you might need. For a more in depth review and ... more

French Lake Farm is a real boondocking gem. The spots are huge and private with plenty of shade from surrounding trees. There are firepits in each site and a lake for fishing. Mackinaw City is three miles away from French Farm Lake. We explored the city's many parks and lighthouses. Our 16' TT could easily access the sites, but I... more