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Colwell Lake Campground

Colwell Lake CampgroundPhoto: Recreation.gov (RIDB) / public domain
40
sites
from $4
fee
May–Aug
best months

Is Colwell Lake Campground open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Hiawatha National Forest. It doesn't name Colwell Lake Campground, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Hiawatha National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

  • 40 sites for group and tent and RV campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 750 ft
  • Near MunisingManistique Ranger District · Hiawatha National Forest

Colwell Lake Campground is situated on Colwell Lake in the center of Michigan's Hiawatha National Forest. Guests of all ages can enjoy nature and the outdoors in this picturesque setting. The campground has much to offer in terms of recreation, such as swimming, fishing, boating and picnicking, and can accommodate families, individuals, small groups, RV and tent campers with several amenities.

  • Best time to go · May–Aug

    Best time to visit Colwell Lake Campground

    Best months: May–August. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      23° / 11°

      21 wet

    2. Feb

      25° / 11°

      17 wet

    3. Mar

      33° / 19°

      13 wet

    4. Apr

      45° / 28°

      11 wet

    5. May

      59° / 39°

      12 wet

    6. Jun

      68° / 49°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      73° / 55°

      12 wet

    8. Aug

      72° / 55°

      11 wet

    9. Sep

      65° / 49°

      14 wet

    10. Oct

      52° / 38°

      17 wet

    11. Nov

      39° / 27°

      17 wet

    12. Dec

      29° / 18°

      19 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Munising, MI, 17 mi away at 680 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Colwell Lake Campground

40 sites for group and tent and RV camping

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