AuSable East 2
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore · Michigan
AuSable East 2 is one of the permitted entry points in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 41/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.
When permits are released
Backcountry permits open on a rolling 6-month window, advancing each morning at 10:00 AM Eastern (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-site booking), year-round.
Demand
Moderate demand (41/100)
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed in this area.
Popular trails nearby
- Chapel Beach Loop - 4.8 on AllTrails
- Pictured Rocks Lakeshore Trail - 4.7 on AllTrails
- Mosquito Falls and Mosquito Beach Loop - 4.6 on AllTrails
- Au Sable Point Lighthouse from Au Sable Point Campground - 4.6 on AllTrails
Frequently asked questions
When do AuSable East 2 permits open?
Backcountry permits open on a rolling 6-month window, advancing each morning at 10:00 AM Eastern (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-site booking), year-round. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.
What if my dates are sold out?
Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add AuSable East 2 to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.
How competitive is AuSable East 2?
The live demand score is 41/100. Odds of catching an opening are moderate - popular dates sell out.
Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?
No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.
Nearby passes
- AuSable East 1 - 0 mi away
- White Pine Campground - 133 mi away
- DEER-2 - 151 mi away
- DEER-1 - 151 mi away
- WOLF - 151 mi away
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