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Wisconsin
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Government Island
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Government Island is the only public land within the Les Cheneaux chain of islands. it was once home to a Coast Guard construction support site. The Forest Service provides established campsites, most include a fire ring and picnic table. There are two public vault toilets on the Island. Permits and fees are not required for individual family use, however, if you have a group or provide tours requiring a fee, it is required that you contact the Hiawatha National Forest, St. Ignace Ranger District to obtain a free or low-cost permit. Government Island is accessible only by private watercraft, the nearest public launch is in Cederville. No mooring is provided. Watercraft can be beached at several locations on the Island or anchored in the channel.
Loons Point RV Park and Campground
~4 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Michigan.
Cedarville RV Park and Campground
~5 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Michigan.
Search Bay Dispersed Camping Area
~17 min drive
Primitive dispersed camping along Search Bay with wildlife viewing and water access via scenic forest road.
DeTour State Forest Campground
~26 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Michigan.
Lime Island State Forest Campground
~29 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Michigan.
Munuscong River State Forest Campground
~29 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Michigan.
Round Island Camping Area
~30 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Wisconsin.
CARP RIVER - CG
~35 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Wisconsin.
Carp River Campground
~35 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Michigan.
Castle Rock Lakefront Mackinac Trail Campground
~36 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Michigan.
