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Murray Bay Group Campsite on Grand Island

Murray Bay Group Campsite on Grand Island is located near Munising, MI, within the Hiawatha National Forest. The area features forested terrain with access to Lake Superior's shoreline. Campers can explore nearby attractions such as Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and enjoy temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F in summer and 10°F to 30°F in winter.

Description

US Forest Service

Hiawatha National Forest

Overview

Murray Bay Group Campground is located on the southern shores of Grand Island, at the southeastern tip of Lake Superior. The island's scenic natural beauty and interesting history make it an attractive place for camping and other outdoor activities. The Grand Island National Recreation Area boasts massive 300-foot wave-cut sandstone cliffs, 13,500 acres of lush forest, beaches of fine sand, winter ice caves and historic buildings and artifacts dating back as far as 2000 B.C.

Recreation

The sandy lake is a popular swimming destination. Boating is also available, however, there is no boat ramp or dock facility at the campground. Anglers and hunters frequent the area for its wide variety of fish and game. Licenses are required to participate in either activity. Visitors also enjoy over 30 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails on the island. A bus tour is also available for those who would like to learn more about the island's natural and cultural history.

Facilities

Natural Features

Grand Island and the Murray Bay Group Campground are part of the Hiawatha National Forest, near Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Calm waters and white-sand beaches beckon boaters and swimmers to the area.

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Location

Murray Bay Group Campsite on Grand Island is located in Michigan

Directions

Visitors can get to the island via passenger ferry or private watercraft. The ferry departs from Grand Island Landing on the mainland, located on State Route 28. Look for the Grand Island National Recreation Area signs. Prices and schedules vary from season to season. For information or reservations, call 906-387-3503 or click here. Murray Bay is located approximately 2 miles from where the ferry boat docks at Williams Landing. VIsitors must hike or bike from the landing to Murray Bay. Boats must anchor off-shore.