State Forest
Ross Lake State Forest Campground
Melstrand, MI
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- Address:Melstrand, MI
About
It is required to enter state parks and recreation areas with a Michigan Recreation Passport. In reality the Michigan Recreation passport does not cover all of the areas. It's at www.michigan.gov/cdn.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Potable Water
Dump Station
Accessible
Picnic Tables
Fire Rings
Trash Service
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
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