Wagner Lake Campground campground
Wagner Lake Campground
The campground offers a range of amenities including restrooms, showers, and picnic tables. The campground also has a boat launch and a beach area for swimming. The campground operates on a first-come, first-serve basis, so it is important to arrive early to secure a spot.
There are 25 campsites available at Wagner Lake Campground, all of which are surrounded by lush forests and offer stunning views of the lake. An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to a logging community, and many of the trees in the area were cut down to create the lumber that helped build America.
The best time of year to visit Wagner Lake Campground is during the summer months when temperatures average in the mid-70s during the day and drop down to the mid-50s at night. This is also the best time for outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and boating.
What's on-site at Wagner Lake 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 Wagner Lake Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Bunyan Scout Reservation | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| River Dune Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Au Sable Loop Campground And Day Use Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Luzerne Trail Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mio Pond State Forest Campground And Group Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Wagner Lake Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Au Sable River At Mio | 1,330 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Red Oak | 1,370 cfs | → |
| South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne | 338 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Mc Kinley | 1,750 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Curtisville | 1,650 cfs | → |
| Rifle River Near Sterling | 367 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Wagner Lake Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mio Wwtp | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| West Branch 3se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| West Branch 2.1 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Loud Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Glennie 2se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Roscommon County Airport | 7.0 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
- Rifle River Recreation Area
- National Wild And Scenic River Au Sable, Michigan
- Plainfield Park
- Elbow Lake Park
- Huron National Forest
- South Higgins Lake State Park
Boat launches
- Houghton Creek Road Foster Township
- Evans Road Mentor Township
- Ranch Road Cumming Township
- Ridge Road Cumming Township
- George Lake Boat Launch
- Sage Lake Road 1902, Cumming Township
Fishing spots
- Crater Lake Fishing Access
- Grebe Lake
- O'Brien Lake Access
- Londo Lake
- Avery Lake
- Sprinkler Lake Access Site
Points of interest
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 Wagner Lake Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Wagner Lake Campground
Can I make reservations at Wagner Lake 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 Wagner Lake 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 Wagner Lake Campground.