Mallard-B campground
Mallard-B
Reservations are accepted at Mallard-B camping area, allowing campers to secure their spot in advance. It is advisable to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, as the campground can be quite popular and spaces may fill up quickly.
The best time of year to visit Mallard-B camping area is during the warmer months, typically from May to September. During this time, the weather is favorable for outdoor activities, and the lush surroundings offer a picturesque backdrop for camping.
Campers at Mallard-B should be cautious of wildlife in the area, such as bears and raccoons. It is important to properly store food and garbage to prevent attracting these animals. Additionally, campers should be mindful of any fire safety regulations and exercise caution when using fire rings. Overall, Mallard-B camping area offers a pleasant camping experience with its amenities, reservation system, and beautiful natural surroundings, making it an excellent choice for outdoor enthusiasts in Illinois.
What's on-site at Mallard-B
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Mallard-B -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Branch Ontonagon R At Cisco Lake Outlet | 39 cfs | → |
| Middle Branch Ontonagon River Near Paulding | 184 cfs | → |
| Bond Falls Canal Near Paulding | 91 cfs | → |
| Muskellunge Ck-Muskellunge L Otl-Nr Eagle River | 2 cfs | → |
| Allequash Creek Site 3 Near Boulder Junction | 4 cfs | → |
| Stevenson Creek At Cth M Nr Boulder Junction | 2 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Mallard-B -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watersmeet 12wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Land O Lakes | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Land O' Lakes 11.7 W | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lac Vieux Desert | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Paulding | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Boulder Junction 1.4 Ne | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Reimers Island
- Wilderness Sylvania
- National Wild And Scenic River Paint, Michigan
- Wilderness Blackjack Springs
- Lake Gogebic State Park
- State Forest Northern Highland
Boat launches
- Black Bear Road Watersmeet Township
- Black Oak Lake -- Boat Launch - Cth B Nr George Lk
- North Forest Lake Road 6353, Town Of Land O' Lakes
- Us 45 Watersmeet
- South Boat Landing Road Town Of Land O' Lakes
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- North Branch--Butternut Lake To Confluence With Main Branch
- West Branch, Mi State Highway 28 To Cascade Falls
- Private Bridge To Highway 55
- Forest Road 2174 To Private Bridge
- Main Branch--Headwaters To Forest Road 2174
- South Branch,Confluence Of Cisco Branch And Tenmile Creek To Confluence With West Branch
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Mallard-B as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Mallard-B
Can I make reservations at Mallard-B?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Mallard-B?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.