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Bowman Lake Area

This area not only has the Pere Marquette River running through it, but also contains a portion of the North Country National Scenic Trail and habitat for the federally endangered Karner blue butterfly. The Bowman Lake area is located in Lake and Sweetwater Townships in Lake County. A total of 1,145 acres of NFS lands and 368 acres of private lands are within the boundary of the Bowman Lake area. The terrain is characterized by rolling hills, glacial depressions and leatherleaf bogs. A 3-acre…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service
  • Coordinates: 43.889444, -85.94

Nearby & related campgrounds

  • BOWMAN BRIDGE
  • GLEASONS LANDING
  • Pere Marquette National Scenic River Watercraft Permits (Huron Manistee)
  • Condon Lakes West
  • M-37: White Cloud to Baldwin
  • NICHOLS LAKE SOUTH CAMPGROUND

Frequently asked questions

Is Bowman Lake Area reservable?

Bowman Lake Area is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Bowman Lake Area?

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How do I book a campsite at Bowman Lake Area?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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