Condon Lake campground
Condon Lake
Reservations are accepted at the Condon Lake camping area, allowing visitors to secure their spot ahead of time. This ensures that campers can plan their trip with ease and avoid any potential disappointment upon arrival. It is advisable to make reservations in advance during peak seasons, as this campground tends to be popular among outdoor enthusiasts.
The best time to visit Condon Lake camping area is during the summer months, from June to August when the weather is generally pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities. The campground is surrounded by beautiful forested areas, making it a great spot for hiking and bird watching. However, campers should be cautious of wildlife in the area, such as bears and raccoons, and take necessary precautions to store food securely. Overall, the Condon Lake camping area offers a serene retreat for nature lovers, providing a perfect balance between comfort and wilderness enjoyment.
What's on-site at Condon Lake
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 Condon Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Condon Lakes West | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sawkaw Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Kenosha Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Highbank Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Highbanks | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Condon Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pere Marquette River At Scottville | 805 cfs | → |
| Muskegon River Near Croton | 2,260 cfs | → |
| White River Near Whitehall | 516 cfs | → |
| Little Muskegon River Near Oak Grove | 244 cfs | → |
| East Branch Pine River Near Tustin | 32 cfs | → |
| Pine River At High School Bridge Nr Hoxeyville | 283 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Condon Lake -- 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 | → |
| Scottville 2 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Scottville 2.1 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Water Works | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fremont | 2.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hart | 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
- National Wild And Scenic River Pere Marquette, Michigan
- William J Branstrom Park
- Northend Riverside Park
- Hemlock Park
- Sandy Beach County Park
- Newaygo State Park
Boat launches
- Nfs 5536 Lilley Township
- Nfs 5140-A Merrill Township
- Nfs 6902 Merrill Township
- Nagek Drive Merrill Township
- Tampa Drive 6500, Yates Township
- Nfs 5163 Sweetwater Township
Fishing spots
- Idlewild Lake
- Log Mark Rest Stop Canoe And Fishing Landing
- St. Hubert Angler Parking
- Fishing Peir
- Blanch Lake
- Pere Marquette River
Paddle runs
- 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
- North Branch From Its Confluence With South Branch In Sec 22, T13n, R16 W To Mclaren Lake In Sec 11, T14n, R15w
- Croton Dam In T12n, R11w To City Of Newaygo In T12n, R12w
- Morley Dam In T13n, R10w To Croton Dam Pond In T12n, R11w
- Mainstem To Forest Boundary At North Section Line Of Sec 2, T13n, R15w (1.5 Miles West Of Herperia)
- Kings Road Bridge (2 Miles West Of Town Of Luther In T19n, R12w To Slackwater Of The State Fish Weir In T21n, R16w
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 Condon Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Condon Lake
Can I make reservations at Condon Lake?
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 Condon Lake?
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 Condon Lake.