CHAPEL BEACH

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CAMPING MICHIGAN

Chapel Beach


May 7, 2024

Chapel Beach camping area is located in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan. It is situated on the shore of Lake Superior and offers stunning views of the lake and the surrounding natural beauty. The beach is a popular spot for swimming and sunbathing, and there are also hiking trails nearby that offer panoramic views of the area.

One of the most popular nearby points of interest is Chapel Rock, which is a unique rock formation that stands out from the surrounding cliffs. It can be reached by hiking the Chapel Loop trail, which is a 3.5-mile loop that starts at the Chapel Beach trailhead. The trail offers views of the lake, the surrounding forest, and other rock formations.

The campground amenities at Chapel Beach include vault toilets, fire rings, and bear poles for food storage. There is no potable water available at the campground, so visitors must bring their own or obtain it from a nearby source.

Interesting facts about the area include the fact that Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is home to some of the oldest trees in North America, with some of them estimated to be over 400 years old. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including black bears, moose, and wolves.

The best time of year to visit Chapel Beach camping area is from late spring through early fall, with temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. The summer months tend to be the busiest, so visitors should plan accordingly. Additionally, it is important to note that the area can be prone to sudden changes in weather, so visitors should be prepared for all types of conditions.




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Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Northern Pike

Petes Lake

Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Kalamazoo River

American Eel Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass Steelhead

Hamlin Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Northern Pike Smallmouth Bass Walleye White Perch

Betsie Lake

American Eel Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Steelhead

Big Sable River

American Eel Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Steelhead

Anna River

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Camp Seven Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Duck Lake

Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike Smallmouth Bass Walleye

Bar Lake - Lake Michigan - Bar Lake Outlet

American Eel Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Lake Trout Steelhead

Skeels Lake

American Eel Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Bluegill Brown Trout Smallmouth Bass

Lloyd's Bayou

Black Crappie Bluegill Kelp Bass

Moccasin Lake

Kelp Bass Northern Pike

Quarry Lake

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Cox Pond

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Northern Pike

Thunder Lake

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Indian Lake

Black Crappie Bluegill Northern Pike Walleye White Perch

Pere Marquette River

American Eel Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Steelhead
                                                                                                                       
                                               

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