Trout Lake State Forest Campground campground
Trout Lake State Forest Campground
The campground is located near a few popular destinations, including the Tahquamenon Falls State Park and the Hiawatha National Forest. Additionally, visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, and boating on Trout Lake, located just a short distance from the campground.
The campground offers amenities such as picnic tables, fire pits, and vault toilets, but does not have access to electricity or potable water. The campsite is first-come-first-serve and provides 16 campsites for tents and RVs.
An interesting fact about the area is that Trout Lake was originally named "Otahgamiwaning," which means "place of the young trout" in the Ojibwa language. It was later renamed by French explorers.
The best time to visit Trout Lake State Forest Campground is during the summer months when the temperatures are mild, averaging around 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It is important to note that the campground is only open from May to October.
What's on-site at Trout Lake State Forest 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 Trout Lake State Forest Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| House Lake State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Gladwin City Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wilson State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Calhoun City Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Houghton Lake State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Trout Lake State Forest Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tobacco River At Glidden Road At Beaverton | 370 cfs | → |
| South Branch Tobacco River Near Beaverton | 125 cfs | → |
| Clam River At Vogel Center | 263 cfs | → |
| Rifle River Near Sterling | 416 cfs | → |
| South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne | 347 cfs | → |
| Chippewa River Near Mount Pleasant | 277 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Trout Lake State Forest Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Gladwin 10.4 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gladwin | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Snow Paid Observer For Khtl | 8.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Roscommon County Airport | 7.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| West Branch 2.1 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| West Branch 3se | 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
- Gladwin County Recreation Area
- Gladwin City Park
- Harrison Area Park
- South Higgins Lake State Park
- Elbow Lake Park
- North Higgins Lake State Park
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 Trout Lake State Forest Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Trout Lake State Forest Campground
Can I make reservations at Trout Lake State Forest 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 Trout Lake State Forest 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 Trout Lake State Forest Campground.