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Pontiac Lake-Modern Campground

Pontiac Lake-Modern Campground offers 176 well-maintained campsites with electric hookups (30/50 amp), modern restrooms with hot showers, and paved access roads, making it ideal for RV and tent camping.

The recreation area features a concrete boat ramp for motorized and non-motorized watercraft, a half-mile sandy beach (the longest in southeast Michigan), and over 17 miles of multi-use trails for hiking and mountain biking.

Reservations are required and can be made through the Michigan DNR system; note that a Michigan Recreation Passport is required for entry, and the modern campground is temporarily closed through at least September 1, 2026 for sanitation station upgrades.


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