All sites surround a medium-sized lake and have direct water access. All sites are first come first served, primitive, and have a picnic table and fire ring. No electricity, but we run on solar so are always set with what we need. Each site is individually tucked into the natural landscape, so most have a good deal of privacy and shade. Gorgeous deciduous trees made the fall season extra special! Pit toilets are kept clean (though one really needed to be cleaned out after the holiday weekend) and well stocked. 

We found this campground after realizing that it was Columbus Day weekend and all the reservable sites along Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore were full. This, and a few other state forest campgrounds, had space but this one is popular…so get there early. 

It’s about a 15 minute drive back up to Lake Superior, and about 25 mins to Munising where you’ll find groceries, gas, and supplies. There is a 4-mile hike through the forest back up to Lake Superior, which leaves directly from the campground. Keep your eyes peeled for blue blazes, though, as parts are not well marked and it’s easy to get lost in the beautiful maze of OHV and snowmobile trails.