Ewing Point Rustic Campsite sits on McKeever Lake within Hiawatha National Forest, accessed by a primitive trail that includes a narrow footbridge. The US Forest Service manages this $8 drive-in site, though the rough access road requires careful navigation. Campers find a large camping area with a pit toilet nearby and two trailheads connecting to the nine-mile Bruno's Run Hiking Trail.
The forested site allows campfires and pets, with picnic tables provided for the single large camping spot. Swimming access to McKeever Lake makes this location appealing during warmer months. For additional camping options in the region, campers can explore campsites near Hiawatha National Forest. The secluded setting works well for groups wanting lake access and trail connections without developed campground amenities.
Description
Overview
The Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest environment with no drinking water. The rustic environment offers a wonderfully serene and peaceful setting for your next camping experience.
Recreation
Visitors will be able to enjoy swimming, berry picking, and fishing at these dispersed campsites. Licenses are required for fishing in Michigan waters. Bruno's Run Hiking Trail weaves throughout the Ewing Point area, offering 9 miles of adventure for hikers. The trail is accessible at various locations, two of which are near the Ewing Point parking area. One section of the trail leads to Grassy Lake, while the other heads along the southeastern portion of McKeever Lake.McKeever Lake offers great fishing for musky, pike, bass and pan fish, and there is boat access in the parking area. Boats must be carried to the site by hand or through the water. Because the water is quite shallow, large boats are not recommended.
Facilities
There is NO drinking water at the site. Drinking water must be carried in. Water is available at Pete's Lake Campground. There is a pit toilet available. Lake Name: McKeever Lake Number of Sites: 1 Maximum Number of People Per Site: 8 Toilets: 1 (Pit Toilet) Boat Access: Back-In Lake Size (acres): 132
Natural Features
Ewing Point is a beautiful walk-in campsite located on the north side of the 132-acre McKeever Lake. The grassy site is 50 ft x 75 ft, surrounded by hemlock and cedar.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (906) 474-6442 or call (906) 387-2512 for general information.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundEwing Point Rustic Campsite is located in Michigan
Directions
From Munising, MI: take State Route M-28 to Wetmore and turn south (right) on Forest Highway 13. Travel about 15 miles, then turn left on Forest Service Road 2173 at the Petes Lake Campground sign. Turn south (right) at the sign for McKeever Lake. The campsite is accessed through the boat launch area.
Address
MUNISING RANGER DISTRICT
400 E. MUNISING AVE.
Munising, MI 49862
Coordinates
46.2178806 N
86.5887389 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&T5GGood Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&T5GGood Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 2 hrs 37 min from Green Bay, WI
- 2 hrs 56 min from Appleton, WI
- 3 hrs 48 min from Wausau, WI
- 4 hrs 1 min from Traverse City, MI
