South Higgins Lake State Park - United States
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RV quick facts for South Higgins Lake State Park
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Max RV length | Sites accommodating rigs up to roughly 40 ft in the modern loop |
| Full hookups | No full hookups, electric service only at modern sites |
| Dump station | On-site sanitation station available |
| Generator hours | Generator use restricted, quiet hours 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. |
| Cell service | Generally reliable for major US carriers near the lake |
| Reservation window | Up to 6 months in advance via Michigan DNR reservation system |
| Road restrictions | Paved access, no tunnels or steep grades, tight campground loops |
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Best time to visit South Higgins Lake State Park
Late June through August is the peak season, with warm days ideal for swimming in Higgins Lake and long daylight hours for boating and hiking. Early September offers warm water, thinner crowds, and easier campsite reservations, making it a strong shoulder-season pick for RV travelers. May and early June can be cool and buggy but work well for anglers. The modern campground typically operates from mid-April through late October.
Campground closed, day-use and snowmobile trails only
Campground closed, winter day-use only
Campground closed, snowmelt and mud season
Campground typically opens mid-April, limited services early
Cool nights, black fly season starts
Warming water, mosquitoes active
Peak season, reserve well in advance
Peak season, warmest lake temperatures
Quieter shoulder season with cool nights
Fall color peak mid-month, campground closes late October
Campground closed, hunting season active in surrounding lands
Campground closed, winter recreation only
Things to do at South Higgins Lake State Park
- Higgins Lake Swimming Beach Easy
The park's day-use beach offers a long, sandy swimming area on the south shore of Higgins Lake. The shallow, gradual entry and unusually clear water make it popular with families. Dedicated day-use parking accommodates tow vehicles after disconnecting from RVs at the campsite.
- Marl Lake Trail EasyRV parking available
The Marl Lake unit across CR-104 features a multi-loop hiking and mountain biking trail of roughly 6 miles around a quiet, undeveloped lake. The terrain is mostly level with soft forest footing, and interpretive signs highlight wetland habitat. A separate trailhead parking area on the Marl Lake side provides room for tow vehicles.
- Boating on Higgins Lake EasyRV parking available
The park operates a boat launch with access to Higgins Lake, one of the largest and deepest inland lakes in Michigan. The lake supports powerboating, sailing, paddleboarding, and kayaking in its clear waters. Trailer parking is available near the launch.
- Fishing EasyRV parking available
Higgins Lake is known for lake trout, rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, perch, and whitefish, while Marl Lake offers quiet panfish and pike water. The park provides a boat launch and a fish-cleaning station. Michigan fishing licenses are required.
- Cycling the Lake Loop Moderate
Roads around Higgins Lake offer a scenic cycling loop of roughly 20 miles with wide shoulders and lakeside views. Riders can start from the park and circle back via CR-100 and Old US-27. Traffic is light outside peak summer weekends.
- Day Trip to Hartwick Pines State Park EasyRV parking available
Hartwick Pines, about 30 minutes north near Grayling, protects one of Michigan's last old-growth white pine stands. The park includes an interpretive center, a logging museum, and easy walking trails through towering pines. Large day-use lots accommodate tow vehicles and small RVs.
- Paddling Marl Lake EasyRV parking available
Marl Lake is a shallow, no-wake lake ideal for kayaks and canoes. Paddlers can explore marshy shorelines rich in birdlife including herons, loons, and waterfowl. A carry-down access point is located at the Marl Lake trailhead.
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South Higgins Lake State Park, MI, United States
How to get to South Higgins Lake State Park
The park sits off CR-104 on the south shore of Higgins Lake, about 15 minutes west of I-75 exit 239 near Roscommon. Grayling is roughly 20 miles north and Houghton Lake about 15 miles south, while Saginaw is about 90 miles (1 hour 45 minutes) southeast and Detroit around 175 miles (3 hours) southeast. RV drivers should note that access roads are paved and generally RV-friendly with no major grades or tunnels, though the campground has tight interior loops and low tree canopy in spots. MBS International Airport in Saginaw and Cherry Capital Airport in Traverse City are the nearest options for fly-and-rent trips.
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