Superior Times in Au Train provides upscale glamping accommodations with direct access to Au Train Lake, offering both rustic and full-service glamping options. The property features luxury cabin-style glamping units with comfortable beds, private bathrooms, and picnic tables outside each accommodation. The recently renovated glamping units provide a blend of outdoor immersion with resort amenities. One guest shared, "The owners are working to improve the resort and keep guests happy and have made several updates. We stayed in a cabin with a newly remodeled bathroom, which was very nice. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was nice too." Uncle Ducky's Paddlers Village also offers distinctive yurt accommodations with electric hookups for a more comfortable wilderness experience while maintaining connection to nature.
Water activities dominate the glamping experience at these Lake Superior-adjacent properties. Superior Times provides jet ski rentals, boat rentals, and kayaks for exploring the pristine waters of Au Train Lake. A small beach area and dock for launching boats enhance the lakefront experience. According to a camper, "We really enjoyed our stay at Superior Times. The campground is on Au Train Lake and the campground offers jet skis, boats, and kayaks for rent." Both glamping destinations serve as convenient basecamps for exploring nearby Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, with its dramatic sandstone cliffs and stunning Lake Superior vistas. The locations offer year-round activities, with peak season running May through October when water activities are most accessible. Winter glamping provides a serene alternative with opportunities for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing on nearby trails.
"If you can’t get into the campgrounds in Pictured Rocks this site is a good alternative due to its proximity (three miles) the downtown and the entrance to the park. "
"City run campground on lake superior. Beautiful views, sandy shore. Most sites have water and electricity, some have sewer hookup. Some walk in sites on the shoreline. We camped on site 5."
from $29 - $45 / night
"We stayed in a cabin with a newly remodeled bathroom, which was very nice. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was nice too. "
"The campground is on Au Train Lake and the campground offers jet skis, boats, and kayaks for rent."
from $20 - $200 / night
"The staff at the office gave a helpful map that showed where the local waterfalls are at. There are a lot in the area! The campgrounds aren't anything special and the bathrooms are the nicest."
"This location kept me coming back. The KOA now offers may different activities for kids too."
"Was slightly passed the pin marker on the same unlaced road - only about 1/4-1/2 off the highway."
"Could only find two pull off spots which are both relatively small, and only one has a fire pit in good condition so you’d need to build back up the other a bit."
"Grand Island sits in Lake Superior North of the city of Munising and near-by Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, in fact while hiking the island you will have plenty views of Pictured Rocks! "
"No electricity, no plumbing.. just nature. I suggest Murray Bay group site. Excellent location with your own small beach."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $30 / night
"Paddlers Village was a nice, small, clean campground right on Lake Superior. We stayed in a Yurt, and had a good experience."
"Another really nice amenity was the lantern posts next to the picnic table and the grill grate attached to the fire pit. Can’t recommend this place enough."
"You'd expect a site close to cars/roads to be clean as it's easy for people to pack trash out to a car, but there was a fair amount of garbage left in fire rings at this campground (we burned what we could"
Campground full next weekend
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"We were looking for a campsite that we could drive up to, but we ended up going with a walk up campsite, thanks to the camp host. It couldn't have been more perfect."
"Well set up campground with about 25 sites on a loop with maybe 30 sites for $22/night."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $24 - $80 / night
"Great little campground in the middle of nowhere. 15 minute drive off the beaten path keeps the crowds away. Couple spots right on the water. Vault toilets were fairly clean and stocked."
"unable to find a site at Pictured Rocks we were directed to this state forest campground. it was our first stay at a SF campground in Michigan and since we have sought them out and stayed in many. gorgeous"
from $15 / night
"It’s a work in progress but brand new, all gravel no tree all pull thru easy setup sites, 20/30/50amp electric, water & sewer, new bathrooms, showers, washer & dryer coming soon, it’s near the"
"There are no trees for shade, but this is Marquette Michigan, where it’s unusual to get into the 80s during the summertime."
from $35 / night
ScoutGreat spot, easy to get to. Could only find two pull off spots which are both relatively small, and only one has a fire pit in good condition so you’d need to build back up the other a bit. Very convenient spot that met all my needs
GuideThis campground is located directly on Lake Superior and operated by the city of Munising. It has 100 RV sites and 22 tent sites. About 1/4 of the RV sites provide water, sewer, and 50/30/20 electrical hookups. The rest of the RV sites provide shared water spigots (with both line pressure and with pressure reducers) and shared 30/20 electrical pedestals. Depending on the site, the water or electrical hookups may require an extension cord or another hose length to reach your RV. The campground is quite open, only the tent sites have any privacy. Do to lack of obstructions, I saw several starlink antennas on rigs..... The campground offers decent wifi and two very nice bath houses with flush toilets and showers. It also offers a dump station on site with tank flush and potable water fill stations. A beautiful sandy beach fronts the campground. One negative is that Michigan Hwy 28 runs past the campground and it has plenty of traffic at all hours.
We visited with plans to take a Pictured Rocks boat tour, but 3 days of gale force winds scrubbed those plans. The boat tours were canceled.
ScoutPerfect spot to pull off and camp for the night or weekend! Big pull in area where we stayed for the night, there was one other person but we stopped once we noticed the fresh tracks and didn’t go any further back. Perfect overnight spot.
GuideNice well kept campground. Plenty of sites along the water. Seems a bit more unknown compared to other sites in the area as I was struggling to find somewhere with open spots until I came here. Also, despite being a small lake it was great for fishing, I caught plenty of northerns and my personal best smallmouth.
RangerThere were no open sites when we got here on a Thursday afternoon so we had to stay in an overgrown site. It was very shaded from the trees so it was not great for our solar capabilities. Loved that there was a cute trail nearby though. No cell service for us with Verizon, only way to get it was to go 10 miles by the main turn in road. There’s no big towns nearby so you had to travel quite a ways for groceries etc. Campsites a bit close to one another for my taste but everyone was respectful so it was peaceful and lovely otherwise! Mosquitos were around definitely.
ScoutThis Campground offers peaceful beauty. The staff are very helpful and friendly. The office ladies will help with your needs like firewood, waterfall locations, hiking trails, recommending great sites (especially if you want to watch the sunrise in the mornings), there is a Campground host and emergency number for anything after hours that may happen (noisey neighbors for example) but those are rare!
Bathrooms are CLEAN, showers (do NOT have the coin machine anymore, so no need for quarters), grounds and campsites & fire rings are clean and kept up on.
Beach is clean and the staff keep dogs off the beach so there's no poop or dog pee in areas where families can swim. BUT there is a designated area for dogs to go swimming! The staff gives treats to dogs in the park (with the owners permission of course)! A pier to go fishing off of, boat launch, kayaking launch areas!
They have several rustic sites, electric &water sites, electric only, and full hook up sites. There are handicap accessibility to the beach and 2 of their shower/ bathroom buildings.
General Store, laundry mat and café right across from the Campground.
Remember as any Campground they do get their busy times but they also have slower times, just ask the ladies in the office and they will tell you the time of seasons that would give you a more quiet relaxing experience if that's what your looking for & don't forget to catch those sunrises!
Trust me tho, this is a unforgettable beautiful place to camp AND with some history!
Make sure to watch Anatomy Of A Murder and don't be afraid to ask the staff and locals about it!
ScoutVery convenient to pictured rocks excursions. 2 miles. $45 water, electric, showers. Toilets (good).close sites, open to the lake, clean. Would recommend this spot again
GuideGreat campground right on the shores of Lake Superior. Great sand beach 15-20 ft below camp sites. Sites are fairly large and feel private. We were in site 5 with direct views of the lake. Multiple, CLEAN (very clean) vault toilets dispersed throughout campground. Campground is isolated from nearby towns (14 miles to nearest town). Campfires allowed but you’ll need to bring wood, hosts are not allowed to sell any. In short, place is a 10/10.
GuideGreat little rustic spot on a decent fishing lake. Busy place with campers, fishing, and people on ORVS. The mosquitoes are pretty terrible if you get off into the woods, and deer doesn’t deter them.
The Au Train area sits between Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Hiawatha National Forest, creating a strategic camping hub for exploring Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Elevation ranges from 600-900 feet, with summer temperatures typically between 65-80°F. Campsites throughout the region vary from developed areas with electric hookups to remote dispersed options requiring self-sufficiency.
Waterfall exploration: 15-minute drive from Au Train to several cascading falls. "We explored area, kayaked Pictured Rocks, hiked Miners Falls (relaxing 1 mile with ability to get down to water), could have stayed longer...great area!" shares a visitor at Munising Tourist Park Campground.
Fall color viewing: Peak foliage typically mid-September through early October. "We will be back in the early fall to see the colors change," notes a camper from Superior Times, who also enjoyed fishing and recreational activities during summer visits.
Lake swimming: Variable water temperatures ranging from 55-70°F depending on season. "Private beach was cold but we got in every day," according to one camper who found a cancellation spot with waterfront access for one night and ended up staying three.
ORV/ATV trail access: Direct connections to extensive trail systems. "There is direct trail access from the property, and they provide a free ORV hand washing station and air for tires," notes a reviewer at Jack Pine Lodge and Campground, highlighting amenities for riders including 91 octane fuel on site.
Lakefront campsites: Direct water access from many sites. "Our site was clean and comfy! The fire pits were really nice, too!" reports a camper at Little Lake State Forest Campground, emphasizing the importance of bug spray for comfortable outdoor time.
Dark sky viewing: Minimal light pollution in more remote campgrounds. "In the middle of the National Forest, smack in the middle of the UP...you'll get an amazing night sky and great camping hosts," writes a visitor who appreciated the central location despite attractions being about 45 minutes away.
Privacy between sites: Tree buffers at several campgrounds provide separation. "I love that the campsites are not on top of each other and there are trees between the neighboring campsite. They cut tree branches to clean open spots for RVs," notes an appreciative camper.
Hiking trail access: Direct connections to trail systems from campground perimeters. "The loop around the lake was a nice walk to start the day," shares a visitor to Colwell Lake Campground, who enjoyed the quiet atmosphere and privacy of their site.
Reservations essential: Peak season fills quickly from June through August. "Took a chance of finding a spot here in June and there was a cancellation with a waterfront spot for one night," reports one camper who moved to overflow for additional nights after discovering availability.
Rustic tent options: Walk-in sites available at several campgrounds for more seclusion. "The tent sites are all walkin, with a tent parking area and then various distances to hike in along a path to the different tent camp sites," explains a camper at Munising Tourist Park, noting they provide wagons in the parking area for hauling gear.
Bathroom facilities vary: Pit toilets common at rustic sites; showers at developed campgrounds. "The bathroom facilities are maybe 150 yards away, not a bad walk," describes a tent camper who stayed at one of the rustic spots right on Lake Superior for $25/night.
Cell service limitations: Coverage gaps throughout the area, especially in forested campgrounds. "Cell service is almost non existent and quite a few generators running," notes a visitor to Colwell Lake Campground who still enjoyed the beachfront access and daily bathroom cleaning.
Toy/activity amenities: Some campgrounds provide recreational equipment. "The kids had a lot of fun, they have a lot of outdoor toys," reports a parent who stayed at Superior Times, though also noting there "were kids everywhere" during their stay.
Beach swimming access: Sandy entry points ideal for children at specific campgrounds. "Each site on the lake side of the loop has their own access to a path along the lake and a spot to easily tie off a boat," describes a camper at Colwell Lake Campground, where the "clear water" provides good swimming conditions.
Educational ranger programs: Scheduled activities during summer season. "We enjoy the ranger programs that are offered, and the camp hosts are so friendly!!" enthuses a repeat visitor to Twelvemile Beach Campground, who loves exploring the beach and hiking trails directly from the campground.
Bug management: Insect pressure varies by season and location. "The mosquitos came in droves and were absolutely ravenous...unphased by a number of citronella candles, obscene amounts of bug spray," warns a family camper, suggesting early spring brings the heaviest insect activity.
Limited hook-up options: Full service sites concentrated at specific campgrounds. "If you're not lucky enough to get one on the waterfront, then there's just crowded, open sites that will possibly be sharing water and electricity with others," cautions an RVer who recommends bringing extra hoses and cords.
RV site selection: Size restrictions at many campgrounds limit larger rigs. "Just off M-28, down the right side road a bit you will see campfire remnants and a spot where people tend to park on the left," notes a visitor to Hickey Marsh Dispersed Camping, clarifying it works for smaller vehicles but "wouldn't go much bigger" than their 15-foot trailer.
Generator-free zones: Designated quiet areas at some campgrounds. "Allowed, but there is a generator free zone," explains a reviewer describing Twelvemile Beach Campground, helping RVers who prefer quieter surroundings identify appropriate sites.
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