CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC✓ Reservable

Site 18 — Lake Ottawa Campground

Lake Ottawa Campground · Michigan · Loop Loop 1

Campsite 18 at Lake Ottawa Campground in Michigan. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 8 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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46.08021, -88.76113
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Num of Vehicles
2
Driveway Surface
Paved
Driveway Entry
Back-in

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
8
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Single
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Picnic Table
Picnic Table
Shade
Yes
Campfire Allowed
Yes

Photos from Lake Ottawa Campground

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building
Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building — USDA Forest Service
Lake Ottawa Campground campsite 10
Lake Ottawa Campground campsite 10 — USDA Forest Service
Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter and Accessible Parking Spot
Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter and Accessible Parking Spot — USDA Forest Service
Lake Ottawa Campground restroom building
Lake Ottawa Campground restroom building — Northwoods Property Management & Maintenance, LLC
Lake Ottawa Campground RV dump station
Lake Ottawa Campground RV dump station — USDA Forest Service
Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter
Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter — USDA Forest Service
Inside of Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter
Inside of Lake Ottawa Campground Picnic Shelter — USDA Forest Service
Front of Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building
Front of Lake Ottawa Recreation Area day use building — USDA Forest Service

Permitted Equipment

PICKUP CAMPERPOP UPRVSMALL TENTTentTrailerVEHICLECARCARAVAN/CAMPER VANFIFTH WHEELLARGE TENT OVER 9X12`

Booking Tips for Site 18

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 1:00 PM / 11:00 AM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 18?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site 18?

Maximum occupancy is 8 people and 2 vehicles.

What hookups does site 18 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site 18?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 1:00 PM. Check-out: 11:00 AM.

Can I have a campfire at site 18?

Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.