Summary
There are no reservations or permits required, but a small fee is collected on-site. Amenities include vault (pit) toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and lake access, though no drinking water or hookups are available. RVs can access the area, but only for boondocking. The peaceful, wooded setting is ideal for paddling, fishing, and wildlife watching. Nearby trails include segments of the North Country Trail. Best visited late spring through early fall for mild weather and dry conditions.
King Lake - Copper County State Forest
King Lake State Forest Campground
Big Lake State Forest
Big Lake State Forest Campground
Beaufort Lake State Forest Campground
Craig Lake State Park Site 12
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sturgeon River Near Sidnaw
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227cfs |
Sturgeon River Near Alston
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358cfs |
Silver River Near L'Anse
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156cfs |
Middle Branch Escanaba River At Humboldt
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188cfs |
Greenwood Release Near Greenwood
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26cfs |
Michigamme River Near Crystal Falls
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279cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
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.
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Nearby Snowpack Depths
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COVINGTON
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HERMAN
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0" |
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THREE LAKES
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1" |
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MICHIGAMME 3WNW
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0" |
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WATTON 2WSW
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AMASA 1W
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0" |
King Lake Covington Township
River Runs
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From Wagner Lake In Sec 13, T49N, R31W To Eastern Boundary Of The Ottawa Nf In Sec 12, T48N, R35@
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West Branch Net River, From Its Source In Sec 35, T48N, R34W To Confluence With Mainstem Net River In Sec 24, T46N, R34W
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East Branch Net River, From Its Source In Sec 8, T47N, R32W To Confluence With Mainstem Net River In Sec 24, T46N, R34W