Brush Lake Campground campground
Brush Lake Campground
Reservations are accepted at Brush Lake Campground, ensuring campers can secure their preferred camping spot in advance. It is advisable to make reservations early, especially during the peak season, as the campground tends to fill up quickly.
The best time of year to visit Brush Lake Campground is during the summer months when the weather is warm and sunny, providing an ideal environment for outdoor activities and water-based recreation. However, it is important to note that the campground can get quite busy during this period, so those seeking a quieter experience may prefer to visit during the shoulder seasons of spring and fall.
Campers should be mindful of the presence of wildlife in the camping area and take necessary precautions to store food securely and dispose of waste properly. Additionally, it is essential to be aware of any potential water hazards in the lake and to practice water safety at all times.
What's on-site at Brush Lake Campground
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.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Brush Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungerford Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Diamond Lake Co Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Indian Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Shelley Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Brower County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Brush Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Muskegon River Near Croton | 2,260 cfs | → |
| Little Muskegon River Near Oak Grove | 244 cfs | → |
| Muskegon River At Evart | 1,540 cfs | → |
| White River Near Whitehall | 516 cfs | → |
| East Branch Pine River Near Tustin | 32 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek Near Muskegon | 17 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Brush Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Cloud 7.5 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Water Works | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fremont | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Sparta 5.7 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hart | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Scottville 2 Se | 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
- Sandy Beach County Park
- Newaygo State Park
- Hemlock Park
- Northend Riverside Park
- Ed H. Henning County Park
- High Rollway Park
Boat launches
- Cypress Avenue 7680, Norwich Township
- Nagek Drive Merrill Township
- 8 Mile Road Mecosta Township
- Stanwood Boat Club
- 205th Avenue Mecosta Township
- Nfs 6902 Merrill Township
Fishing spots
- Fishing Peir
- Idlewild Lake
- St. Hubert Angler Parking
- Blanch Lake
- Baptist Lake
- Log Mark Rest Stop Canoe And Fishing Landing
Paddle runs
- Morley Dam In T13n, R10w To Croton Dam Pond In T12n, R11w
- South Branch From Forest Boundary East Of Hesperia At West Section Line Of Sec 22, T14n, R14w To Echo Drive In Sec 6, T13n, R12w
- Croton Dam In T12n, R11w To City Of Newaygo In T12n, R12w
- North Branch From Its Confluence With South Branch In Sec 22, T13n, R16 W To Mclaren Lake In Sec 11, T14n, R15w
- Mainstem To Forest Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 2, T13n, R15w (1.5 Miles West Of Herperia)
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 Brush Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Brush Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Brush Lake Campground?
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 Brush Lake Campground?
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.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Brush Lake Campground.