Twin Lakes State Forst Campground campground
Twin Lakes State Forst Campground
The campground amenities include vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and drinking water. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own firewood as it is not available on-site. A quirky fact about the area is that it was the filming location for the 1980 horror classic "Friday the 13th."
The best time to visit Twin Lakes State Forest Campground is during the summer months, with average temperatures in the 70s°F. The fall months offer beautiful foliage and cooler temperatures, with average temperatures in the 50s°F. Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities throughout the year, including fishing, hiking, and hunting.
What's on-site at Twin Lakes State Forst 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 Twin Lakes State Forst Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Lakes - State Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Black Lake Trail Camp - Mackinaw State Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Black Lake State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Onaway State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Aloha State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Twin Lakes State Forst Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sturgeon River At Wolverine | 301 cfs | → |
| Pigeon R At Sturgeon Valley Rd Near Vanderbilt | 97 cfs | → |
| Thunder Bay River At Herron Road Near Bolton | 659 cfs | → |
| Jordan River Near East Jordan | 216 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Red Oak | 1,340 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River At Mio | 1,290 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Twin Lakes State Forst Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheboygan | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Vanderbilt 11ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| St. Ignace 0.6 Wsw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Harbor Springs 0.7 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Petoskey Ncmc | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Detour Village | 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
- Onaway State Park
- Aloha State Park
- Cheboygan State Park
- Burt Lake State Park
- P. H. Hoeft State Park
- Mill Creek State Historical Park
Boat launches
- Eisens Trail Grant Township
- Long Lake Boat Ramp Aloha Township
- Carter Road Benton Township
- The Forks Boat Ramp
- Number 37 Road Inverness Township
- County Road S-6 Waverly 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 Twin Lakes State Forst Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Twin Lakes State Forst Campground
Can I make reservations at Twin Lakes State Forst 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 Twin Lakes State Forst 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 Twin Lakes State Forst Campground.