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Ess Lake State Forest Campground

North Shore Drive, Hillman, Michigan 49746 USA

Independent
Pet Friendly
Not Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms

Phone number indicated is for the Atlanta Management Unit. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations. 27 sites for tent or small trailer use. Located on peaceful Ess Lake offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and enjoyment of small beach or picnic area. Rustic campground includes vault toilets and potable water from well hand pump.

Reviews of Ess Lake State Forest Campground

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Ratings Summary

4.0 Access

4.0 Location

4.5 Cleanliness

4.5 Site Quality

5.0 Noise

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Reviewed by
roadtripper395075

6 Reviews
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September 12, 2022

It’s a nice campground and great if you have a Kayak or boat but besides that there is not much to see or do. No beach or walking trails

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Nightly Rate: $17.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 17

4 Access

4 Location

5 Cleanliness

5 Site Quality

5 Noise

Reviewed by
marsharini

38 Reviews
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July 21, 2023

We stayed for two nights midweek and the place was practically empty. Three other sites were occupied so it was quite peaceful. Not sure what it’s like on the weekend. We had our canoe with us and had Ess Lake to ourselves, despite the many houses that dot the shoreline not part of the campground. We had a very pleasant stay and would definitely return.

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marsharini would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $20.00

Days Stayed: 2

Site Number: 24

4 Access

4 Location

4 Cleanliness

4 Site Quality

5 Noise

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