About This Park
Overview
The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters.
Little Bass Lake is 84 acres in size and features a carry-in launch site. This lake has a diverse fishery of largemouth bass, bluegills, northern pike, black crappies and perch.
Facilities
There is NO drinking water at this site.
There is a primitive toilet located at this site.
Lake Name: Little Bass Lake
Number of Sites: 5
Maximum Number of People Per Site: 8 (all sites)
Toilets: Yes
Boat Access: Carry – In
Lake Size (acres): 84
Natural Features
Little Bass Lake is perfect for those that are looking for an uncrowded, quiet camping experience with few amenities and even fewer neighbors! The lake is 84 acres in size and supports a diverse fishery.
Nearby Attractions
There are a number of horse, bike, and hiking trails within minutes of several of the sites. In over a mile from these campsites, visitors can expect to find: bait shops, general and grocery stores, gas, a pay phone, trailheads, a fishing pier, biking, and kayak/canoe rentals.
Gasoline, groceries, fishing and camping supplies, boat rentals, ice, and MDNR licenses are available at Steuben, approximately five miles northeast on County Road 437.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.
Quick Information
- Type: RV Resort, National Park, Overnight Parking
- Network: Federal – Other
- Price Range: $15-35
- Rating: 4.366667 / 5
Amenities
- ✓ Electric Hookup
- ✓ Pet Friendly
- ✓ Picnic Tables
- ✓ Grills/Fire Ring
- ✓ Lake Access
- ✓ Fire Pit
Contact & Location
8181 US-2
Rapid River, MI 49878
Phone: 906-474-6442
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Electric hookups are available, though water and sewer are shared — a good balance of convenience and simplicity. Tree cover keeps sites shaded and cool, and the forest backdrop makes it easy to feel away from it all. Grills and fire rings on-site set the stage for classic campfire evenings.