McLain State Park Campground
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2022

A busy spot but enjoyable

A short drive from Houghton brings you to the shore of Lake Superior. McLain sprawls along the shore giving almost every campsite a beautiful view. Our site has a picnic table and even a couple wooden deck chairs looking towards the sunset. Every site has electric with water available at a few locations. There is a dump station near the trash bins. With the park stretching a couple miles you can get in a good walk along the paved camp road. There are a few extra trails to add some adventure. We found some that parallel the road and head to the beach - there’s even a dog beach! There are plenty of shelters and benches to find some personal space. Humans can walk down to the sand and sit by the beach (no dogs for most of it). Some folks put their kayaks in to paddle a bit. One drawback is the sparse restrooms. A centralized shower house is by the entrance. Vault toilets are around but you could have a bit of a walk. Tips: the entrance is earlier than google will take you so keep an eye open. Another camper told us to stop by the Jam Pot in the way north along 26. The monks make and sell a variety of things but Greg kept raving about the cupcakes. It’s nearJacob falls. We are stopping by on our way out tomorrow.

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  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022
  • Review photo of McLain State Park Campground by Art S., August 15, 2022