State Park / State Forest
Near Carp Lake, Michigan: $25–$40/night, rigs to 40 ft. Open April through October. Book 6 months ahead via MiDNR portal.
State Park / State Forest
Managing authority
Near Carp Lake, Michigan
How much does camping at Wilderness State Park Campground cost, and when is it open?
Wilderness State Park Campground near Carp Lake, Michigan (State Park / State Forest) — camping fee $25–$40/night, season April through October, RV size limit Up to 40 ft. Reservations: 6 months ahead via MiDNR portal — book direct through the official channel.
The numbers
Fee range
$25–$40/night
Season open
April through October
RV size limit
Up to 40 ft
Reservation window
6 months ahead via MiDNR portal
The insider read
Lake Michigan straits view of Mackinac Bridge. International Dark Sky Park — astrophotographer favourite. Loop 1 oceanfront; loop 2 wooded.
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