Maple Highlands campground
Maple Highlands
Campers at Maple Highlands can enjoy a range of amenities including spacious campsites, clean restrooms, and showers. The campground also provides picnic areas, fire pits, and a convenient dump station. Additionally, there are hiking trails nearby, allowing visitors to explore the scenic beauty of the area.
Reservations are accepted at Maple Highlands camping area, ensuring campers can secure a spot in advance. It is recommended to make a reservation, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability. The best time to visit this campground is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant and conducive to outdoor activities. However, it is important to note that the camping area can get crowded during weekends and holidays.
While enjoying Maple Highlands camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife, such as bears and raccoons, and take necessary precautions to secure their food and garbage. It is also advisable to check for any specific rules or regulations that apply to the campground to ensure a safe and enjoyable stay. Overall, Maple Highlands camping area offers a delightful camping experience with its beautiful amenities, peaceful surroundings, and convenient reservation system.
What's on-site at Maple Highlands
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 Maple Highlands, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Ridge | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Maple Flats | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Island Rapids | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rapid River | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rapids | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Maple Highlands -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rifle River Near Sterling | 335 cfs | → |
| Tobacco River At Glidden Road At Beaverton | 292 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Curtisville | 1,660 cfs | → |
| South Branch Tobacco River Near Beaverton | 110 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Mc Kinley | 1,760 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River At Mio | 1,430 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Maple Highlands -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch 3se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| West Branch 2.1 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gladwin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Gladwin 10.4 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Loud Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| East Tawas | 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
- Elbow Lake Park
- Rifle River Recreation Area
- Huron National Forest
- Plainfield Park
- Gladwin City Park
- Gladwin County Recreation Area
Boat launches
- East Greenwood Road Mills Township
- Sage Lake Road 1902, Cumming Township
- Ranch Road Cumming Township
- Ridge Road Cumming Township
- George Lake Boat Launch
- Section 23 Grim Township Road Grim Township
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 Maple Highlands as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Maple Highlands
Can I make reservations at Maple Highlands?
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 Maple Highlands?
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 Maple Highlands.