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October 2023 by Charles Vandenberg
Great campground, the road in was a little on the rough side and I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a little nervous about getting stuck towing a trailer and all but we did fine in the end. The lake is not much use for fishing from shore but with a canoe or small boat or something there are some fish to be had. That said I certainly understand that there are better fishing opportunities readily available at other spots nearby. It is a very pretty location. Large campground with lots of sizeable spots and it was pretty quiet in the fall when we were there.Restrooms: Typical pit toilets, the one nearest our site left a little to be desired. The roughly conical portion over the hole in the concrete top was loose and you felt like it might give way if you sat on it. So much so that I just used a different toilet in the campground despite it being a longer walk.Picnic area: There is a nice little picnic area and an unimproved boat ramp down by the lake.
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September 2023 by Missy Kreiner
So cozy amd great views
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July 2023 by Ronald Humphreys
Loved it!!! Beautiful lake!
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October 2022 by Zieneth Starr
Absolutely no road noise, crystal clear lake, clean campsites.
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October 2022 by Michael Turnbull
Absolutely no road noise, crystal clear lake, clean campsites.
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April 2022 by Jason Mumau
Great place to camp and go for a dip in the summer. Shallow lake not meant for gas powered boats but waters real warm in July.
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February 2022 by Maggie Gentner
(Summary: Beautiful and peaceful during the week, much more crowded on the weekend.)My husband and I camped at Pigeon River State Forest Campground and came to Pickerel Lake twice during our stay. The first day was gorgeous: blue skies, quiet lake, peaceful kayak. The water is so clear and blue! We spotted a bald eagle flying overhead as we were kayaking. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to come back the next day (a Saturday). The lake was still beautiful, but unfortunately much more crowded and noisy. A giant inflatable swan took your attention away from the natural beauty of the lake. On another trip up north we stopped by again and did a little fishing. My sister caught frogs for bait along the shoreline and caught a few fish, but we didn't really catch anything using worms. It was warm and the water was again very clean and refreshing. We walked some of the trail loops on the campground and the sites seemed fairly nice.
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February 2022 by Steven
Awesome place. Maintained very well, with very tidy campsites. Some of them are a little close to each other, but not all. Plenty of hiking, fishing, and kayaking opportunities around.
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February 2022 by Amber M
Been going here since I was born. Been taking my kid there since he was born. Amazing place. Quiet for the most part.
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February 2022 by Patrick King
Some excellent sites with decent lake access, many decent sites. Boat launch. Seems well-maintained. Road from main drag washboard in spots. Lots of owls heard. Didn't fish, so can't comment
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February 2022 by James P
Nice campground. Very rustic. No electricity, running water, etc. The lake is crystal clear, and the lots are a good size.
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September 2021 by Maggie K Gentner
(Summary: Beautiful and peaceful during the week, much more crowded on the weekend.)My husband and I camped at Pigeon River State Forest Campground and came to Pickerel Lake twice during our stay. The first day was gorgeous: blue skies, quiet lake, peaceful kayak. The water is so clear and blue! We spotted a bald eagle flying overhead as we were kayaking. We enjoyed it so much that we decided to come back the next day (a Saturday). The lake was still beautiful, but unfortunately much more crowded and noisy. A giant inflatable swan took your attention away from the natural beauty of the lake. On another trip up north we stopped by again and did a little fishing. My sister caught frogs for bait along the shoreline and caught a few fish, but we didn't really catch anything using worms. It was warm and the water was again very clean and refreshing. We walked some of the trail loops on the campground and the sites seemed fairly nice.
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May 2021 by Lauren Verstraete
Beautiful lake, but if you want a quiet spot don't go here on a weekend. Right on top of a bunch of dirt bike trails, so folks with huge trailers show up at all hours of the night and unload (without any regard to how much noise they're making).Lovely site, terrible neighbors!
