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**Location & Amenities:**
Located 1.5 miles southeast of Three Lakes via US-41 and Beaufort Road in Baraga County's Michigamme area, this state forest campground offers a boat ramp on the west side providing access to Beaufort Lake. The facility includes 7 rustic camping sites with vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay with a one-unit, six-person limit per site.
**Paddling Opportunities:**
Beaufort Lake offers excellent paddling for kayakers and canoeists, with opportunities to explore connected waterways including George Lake and Ruth Lake via connecting streams. The area is known for its remote, quiet setting and clear night skies. Paddlers have reported excellent wildlife viewing, including regular bald eagle sightings. A small beach area is also available at the campground.
**What to Know:**
This is a basic, no-frills Michigan state forest facility with no electrical hookups and no reservations accepted. The campground fills on a first-come, first-served basis. It's an ideal choice for those seeking a quiet, rustic paddling base away from heavily developed facilities.