UAW Black Lake

B Phil

Understand this is a union made vehicle campground. Union as in if you have a Silverado, you won’t be allowed in because it’s made in Mexico and not union but made by Chevy. A Mitsubishi can come in though. They don’t allow non-union vehicles within the gates, you will have to park in a lot outside the campground and take a shuttle back to your site. I hope you don’t have a medical emergency where you need your vehicle RIGHT NOW because you will be waiting for a shuttle to go anywhere, including the emergency room. This is a lawsuit in the making.

Lynn R

Wonderful secluded getaway. Words don't do it justice. And the staff is excellent. Grounds well maintained.

Greg Forbes

UAW Black Lake Lodge and Conference Center was built back in 1972 and the interior reflects that time period replete with blue toilets and sinks in your room. However, the facility is maintained beautifully and the 1100 acres offers Northwoods lodging in several lodges, freestanding condos and apartment houses. There's even a Olympic swimming pool indoors and a full size gymnasium, pool tables, ping pong tables and a campground with full hookups. You can rent kayaks and even boat slips are available for visitors. While they advertise the availability of a restaurant and bar, be aware that those are only available when there are conferences on site. However there are restaurants 5 minutes away in Onaway or at the associated UAW golf course. The only downside, and it's a major one, is that they will not allow you to bring in a non-union-made car onto the grounds. Swear to God! You have to park it outside of the facility and they shuttle you a mile and a quarter to your room every single time you need to go to your car. It's amazing that the UAW Credit Union will lend you money to buy a Japanese car or any other non-union car but you're not allowed to park it on their property. Go figure. All in all, it's a wonderful facility. We would go again as there are plenty of outdoor activities including access to local ATV trails and hiking trails. In fact, this is one of the great undiscovered gems in the ATV world. The facility is located in between many, many miles of excellent ATV trails.

Marisa M.

I cannot even begin to explain the beauty that is within this place. It’s like taking a step back into the 1970s but in the best way possible. You can tell that the craftsmanship, quality, and attention to detail was put into everything. The hotel has beautiful woodwork and stonework throughout. There are many incredible sculptures that add to the beauty as well. The acreage that everything sits on is well maintained and breathtaking. The hotel is right next to a river and our room had a river view! The hotel has a pool, sauna, game room (ping pong & pool), huge gym, exercise equipment, a golf course and tennis court. The property sits on the beautiful Black Lake which is very clean. They have kayak and bike rentals. There’s so many trails to explore. A campground to stay at. Cabins to rent. There is even a store on the property! I also love their policy that your vehicle has to be American made to enter. This place was built by the UAW. Let’s keep the American workers working!