Decided to try some local area camping and since this was rated high, we gave it a try. TLDR: Don't camp here.

All of the RV/Utility sites are numbered, while the tent camping sites are lettered. We stayed in site C. (Tent/Back in site)

The site had a basic picnic table (wood) and a rusted fire ring. Sadly there was no tent pad.

Unfortunately while the map makes it seem the sites are far away from each other, they really aren't. Very minimal bushes and it's very easy to see your neighbors. Additionally, on Friday night there were many parties that seemed to be happening late into the evening with loads of noise and music. (Speakers and music are against the rules). Also no alcohol is allowed.

Saturday night the noise was a bit better but since the campground is near the Monroe fairgrounds it was easy to hear the races at night. Thankfully they ended at 10pm.

Finally the bathrooms. They sucked. Just plain bad. There needs to be more of them spread out for campers. The closest was a "Honey Bucket" that needed to be dumped badly. For nearly the entire weekend it was out of toilet paper, even though there is a camp host and ranger.

The site was 35 bucks a night.

Would only recommend the Day Use if you have a boat.

Will not be coming back.

Got to spend two nights here in the early Fall.

On one of them, was a crazy wind storm ready to blow us right off the mountain, the howling of the winds going through the naked trees really made it hard to sleep. Additionally, due to increased fire danger fires were not allowed. However, that really didn't matter. At night we're able to see the stars and deep into the Milky Way. It was awesome 👍

The next day, we took a trek up to Slate Peak and when we came back, it was nice and clear, perfect for doing some fpv flying and just exploring the woods general.

It's definitely worth the drive, but be prepared, bring water, pack out your trash and dress warm. You are over a mile high after all!