Dispersed
Cookson Lake Campsites
MI
Dispersed camping — confirm current rules
This is a dispersed-camping point on public land. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and access change seasonally. Verify with the managing agency before traveling.
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Managed by Dispersed/Primitive
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Reserve or permit
- Reserve on Recreation.gov
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About
Cookson Lake is a 35 acre lake with two small islands. There are five primitive campsites located in a large open field on the south shore of the lake. No drinking water is available. A public boat ramp is located by site number 2. Cookson Lake has largemouth bass, northern pike, bluegill, and bullhead.
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Campground Rules
- Campfire rules vary by season + location — verify current fire restrictions with the managing agency before lighting
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Cookson Lake Campsites
Pine Marten Run
Michigan
0.4 mi7 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Pine Marten Run
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0.9 mi62 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Pine Marten Run
Michigan
0.4 mi39 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Easy
Pine Marten Run
Michigan
11.3 mi377 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate
Pine Marten Run
Michigan
0.3 mi
Trail
Pine Marten Run
Michigan
0.8 mi
Trail
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