Gaylord South/Bradford Lake KOA Holiday offers exceptional lakefront camping in Frederic, Wisconsin, with private access to Big Bradford Lake and abundant outdoor recreation. The campground features diverse accommodations including full-hookup RV sites with KOA Patio® setups, deluxe cabins, and lakeside tent sites.
Water enthusiasts enjoy on-site marina amenities with a boat launch, slips, and rentals including kayaks, paddle boards, pedal boats, and canoes. The private beach features a playground, jumping pillow, and volleyball net for family-friendly entertainment.
The location serves as an ideal base for exploring Northern Michigan's renowned outdoor attractions. The Frederic Trail system provides 37.2 miles of ATV/ORV routes connecting to the larger Kalkaska system with over 140 miles of trails. Nearby, the AuSable River and Manistee River offer some of the finest trout fishing east of the Mississippi, featuring brook, brown, and rainbow trout. The region is also known as "Golf Mecca" with 17 championship courses and over 290 holes, plus the opportunity to view the Gaylord elk herd grazing across 108 acres.
This KOA combines waterfront relaxation with access to premier fishing, outdoor sports, and natural attractions throughout the northern Lower Peninsula.