Minerva Lake Campsites
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- Reserve online
- Coordinates
- 46.1445, -86.4793
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The 45 acre Minerva Lake contains largemouth bass and perch. The lake has always enjoyed a good reputation for fishing. No primitive toilet or drinking water are available at this site. There is one primitive campsite located on Minerva Lake. It is located in a small, semi-open area bordered by hardwood trees and hemlocks. It is 40 ft. by 30 ft. and suitable for one family and tents or small trailers due to limited turn around space. Swimming at Minerva Lake is considered to be poor. There is an improved, day use boat access located adjacent to the campsite. It has a gravel base and is recommended for small boats and trailers only. Parking is limited.
From the USFS.
Is Minerva Lake Campsites free?
No. Minerva Lake Campsites charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Minerva Lake Campsites?
From Cooks about 12 miles west of Manistique or 24 miles east of Rapid River on US-2 drive north 4. 4 miles on County Road 442 to CR 437. Turn left (north) on CR 437 and drive 14. 4 miles to FR 2767. Turn right (east) and drive 0. 25 mile to the campsite. The access road crosses a short, steep hill and is narrow, but still capable of handling moderate sized vehicles.
Nearby
- Minerva Lake Campsite0.0 mi
- Leg Lake Campsites1.1 mi
- Triangle Lake Campsites1.7 mi
- Triangle Lake Campsite1.7 mi
- Little Bass Lake Campsites1.9 mi
- Little Bass Lake Campsites2.0 mi
- Bass Lake Campsites2.0 mi
- Bass Lake Campsite2.3 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
