The campground at Isle Royale National Park provides group sites, three-sided shelters and tent sites. Because of the harsh winter conditions, this federal park is closed during winter months. The island can be reached by crossing the northwest section of Lake Superior by boat or seaplane. Campers can stay in a tent or in the Rock Harbor Lodge overlooking the lake. The lodge has 60 rooms available accommodating four people maximum. There are also 20 housekeeping rooms with kitchenettes and bunk beds. Campground activities include canoeing, kayaking, scuba diving and hiking. Campers can also enjoy various ranger-led programs. Nearby attractions include Keweenaw National Historic Park, Hiawatha National Forest and Seney National Wildlife Refuge. Overnight stays on the island require a permit, which will be distributed upon arrival. There is a fee for group permits.
Isle Royale National Park
800 East Lakeshore Drive
Houghton, MI, 49931-1869
906-482-0985
nps.gov
Hiawatha National Forest has several campgrounds for cabin camping, tent camping and group camping. Campers can also opt to stay in undeveloped parts of the grounds where they will have to fend for themselves since amenities are limited. Activities campers can enjoy include hiking, fishing, horse riding, hunting, picnicking and water and winter sport activities. Various campsites require permits, so campers should inquire about this when making their reservation.
Hiawatha National Forest
2727 North Lincoln Road
Escanaba, MI 49829
906-786-4062
fs.usda.gov
Ottawa National Forest has lakes, waterfalls, rolling hills and active wildlife. There are 22 campgrounds that can accommodate tents and trailers and vary in amenities. Developed campsites include paved roads, trailer dump stations, pressurized water systems, and flush toilets. Primitive campsites include limited amenities, so campers will have to fend for themselves. Group campsites can accommodate up to 100 people and come with tables and a large fire ring. Most campgrounds operate on a first come, first served basis. Activities include horse riding, fishing, hiking, hunting, nature viewing and water and winter sports.
Ottawa National Forest
Supervisor's Office
E6248 US 2
Ironwood, MI 49938
906-932-1330
fs.usda.gov
