Sylvania Wilderness Backcountry Camping

Federal campground in Watersmeet, MI.

Planning a trip to the Sylvania Wilderness? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility. Encompassing one of the largest tracts of remaining old growth forest in the Midwest, the Sylvania Wilderness encompasses 18,327 acres and is part of the National Wilderness Preservation System. 34 named lakes are within its boundary. Recreation opportunities include canoeing on Sylvania's undeveloped lakes, hiking through its old growth forest, and camping at one of its 50 designated backcountry campsites. Special rules and regulations are in place to protect the wilderness characteristics of Sylvania. If you are planning a trip, be sure to watch the Sylvania Wilderness Orientation Video and read the "Need to Know" tab on this web page to plan ahead and prepare.Ottawa National Forest Clark Lake PavilionCanoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and backcountry camping…

Type
Federal campground
Location
Watersmeet, MI
Sites
50
Run by
USDA Forest Service
Phone
906-358-4724

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