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| Cookson Lake Dispersed Camping |
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Length of Stay:
7 Days
Number of Sites:
5
Reservation Status:
Permit Required
Reservation:
No
Season:
Year-round
From Wetmore, MI, Travel south along H13 until just after the Widewaters Forest Service Campground sign. Turn east onto FR 2258 (unpaved) and travel about 5 miles. Just before you reach the bridge over the Indian River, turn east on FR 2257. Travel about 1.5 miles to the turnoff to Cookson Lake.
Location Information
Cookson Lake dispersed campsites are located on the shore of the lake and in a stand of aspen and hardwoods. A variety of wildflowers such as Queen Anne's Lace and Indian Paint Brush, can be seen during the warmer months.Cookson Lake has five dispersed campsites. Campsite #2 has a good water view and a nearby car-top boat launch. Each campsite has a fire ring. No drinking water is available. You must bring your own filter or boil lake water to make it safe to drink. There is a toilet nearer campsite #1. You must bring your own toilet paper. Largemouth bass, northern pike, bluegill and bullhead make their homes in Cookson Lake. This is a "carry-in, carry-out" facility. Camping permits are required and available through the Ranger District office, 906-387-3700 or 2512.
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