Best Campgrounds near Deerton, MI

Are you in need of a campground near Deerton, MI? There's so much to see and do, from exhilarating hikes or bike rides to exploring the local dining and shopping. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Deerton camping trip.

Best Camping Sites Near Deerton, Michigan (134)

    1. Munising Tourist Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Munising, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 202-2694

    $29 - $45 / night

    "AMAZING views of Lake Superior just steps away from the camp site. Spots don't stay empty for long. The RV park stays full"

    "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. "

    2. Bay Furnace Campground

    32 Reviews
    Munising, MI
    16 miles
    Website

    $24 / night

    "It's a small campground, but very near the lake, and the coolest part is the old blast furnace (hence the name of the camp on the bay) on display."

    "Convenient to Pictured Rocks, which is why we made this trip to Michigan."

    3. Au Train Lake Campground

    19 Reviews
    Au Train, MI
    11 miles
    Website

    $24 / night

    "Tucked away in a silent wooded area. Paved roads all the way in. 15 minutes from Munising. Was a perfect hideaway for us driving from SW michigan over memorial day weekend."

    "Small, remote campground, located on a nice size inland lake in Hiawatha National Forest. Close to Au Train, Munising and Pictured Rock National Lakeshore."

    4. Gitche Gumee RV Park & Campground

    11 Reviews
    Skandia, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 249-9102

    "You can walk across the street to the beach along Lake Superior and are drive distance to Black Rock and Pictured Rock. They even have a brewery in the campground."

    "Nice, clean, quiet right on the lake. Full hookups, level sites and lots of room for large gatherings at the party pit. A short drive to Marquette."

    5. Superior Times

    11 Reviews
    Au Train, MI
    10 miles
    Website

    $20 - $200 / night

    "We opted for the rustic campground which still allowed access to the bathroom and showers, but was secluded from the cabin and RV area. The lake access was great! Warm water and good fishing."

    "Outhouse and showers were clean

    Electric hook up

    Filled water at dump station We stayed in site 10 it was quiet and away from the core of the noise

    Friendly staff Seasonals were a little wild and"

    6. Rippling Rivers RV Resort

    22 Reviews
    Marquette, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 273-2259

    $40 - $50 / night

    "Rippling River is a really nice campground, very close to downtown Marquette and right in/on a huge mountain bike park."

    "Nice new place, located next to bike trails, orv trails, and the ski hill. Good location."

    7. Marquette Tourist Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Marquette, MI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 228-0465

    $20 - $40 / night

    "Stayed on our drive from Mackinac to see the pictured rocks lake shore. The campground is surrounded by 18 miles of trails. No camp store, but a convenience store is a quarter mile away."

    "This campground is in Marquette, near Northern Michigan University. But once you're camped there, you won't feel like you're in one of the largest cities in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. "

    8. Otter Lake Campground & Lodge

    14 Reviews
    Wetmore, MI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 387-4648

    $20 - $38 / night

    "Otter Lake Campground is nestled within the Hiawatha National Forest and a close driving distance to Munising, Michigan."

    "Was about 5 minutes outside Munising. Great place to stay if your planning on visiting pictured rocks. It’s right on the lake too with boat rentals if you just want to hang around your campsite."

    9. Pictured Rocks RV Park and Campground

    9 Reviews
    Munising, MI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 387-4700

    $40 - $45 / night

    "Very close to tourist locations."

    "Newer campground, not much shade but outer ring surrounded by trees. Site 50 has beautiful view. Hook ups are very nice quality Staff is very friendly."

    10. Forest Lake State Forest Campground

    6 Reviews
    Chatham, MI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 346-9201

    "Near Au Train Falls. On 8 mile Forest Lake, with access. $15/night. Walk-in and lake sites. Beautiful, quiet spot with many regulars. Great for respectful campers. Great Dark Sky View!"

    "Clean campground with access to the reservoir."

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Recent Reviews near Deerton, MI

649 Reviews of 134 Deerton Campgrounds


  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 11, 2025

    Hickey Marsh Dispersed Camping

    Easy to find

    Was slightly passed the pin marker on the same unlaced road - only about 1/4-1/2 off the highway. Sites are fairly spacious but don’t have any of the hookups or amenities mentioned on the site profile - some do have rudimentary fire pits though. There are 3 sites in total. Ground is flat enough to comfortably tent camp. Camp in early September, bugs were minimal. At times the night was eerily silent, at other times I heard dirt bikes and tractor trailers in the distance, also heard a pack of coyotes at one point and pretty sure I heard some sort of padfooted animal walk by my site once or twice.

  • Raquel M.
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Au Train Lake Campground

    AuTrain Lake Campground

    Spent the 2025 camping season here as the campground host and it is fantastic. May/June quiet with only the sounds of eagles, bull frogs, mosquitoes, and black flies. Bring your bug spray and nets, fish from the small (donation) boat launch and enjoy a picnic/swimming at the day use area. July/Aug the bugs went away and summer was here and gone that fast. The water is beautiful and warmer than Lake Superior. Watch for afternoon thunderstorms. Peaceful campground.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Camp Seven Lake Campground

    Camp 7 Campground

    Relatively nice campground, was there over Labor Day weekend but used campsite as base and spent time in day trips to Lake Superior, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore & Sault St Marie. Camp ground was pretty full. The lake is accessible with a small beach and swimming section that many campers used. Sites are plenty big. Water shared between sites, fire ring, table & lamp post at each site. Good place to disconnect from devices because Internet & cell connectivity was nonexistent with Star Link & TMobile. We still enjoyed our 3 day stay.

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Munising-Pictured Rocks KOA

    Great location central to Munising & Pictured Rocks

    Excellent location! Not a whole lot of full hook up sites available. Several out in the open right at the highway… back in the woods there is electric only. Peaceful campground but no cell service or starlink under the tree canopy. Fine for a night or two but plan accordingly if you need cell service.

  • J
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Widewaters Campground

    Nice Campground Even Better Hosts

    Mike and Mary were great.  They gave us good advice on what to do and went out of their way to help us.  It was a pleasure meeting them.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Hovey Lake Campsites

    Limited Solar & Starlink

    These are 4 beautiful sites, nestled in a forested area near a lake. Water and vault toilets available. BUT if you are like us and have solar and connectivity needs, this is not the stop for you. Since we had work that had to be done, we sadly moved on.

  • Arash F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Catchin' Crickets Campground

    One night stay

    Clean, sites are level . I was charged $45 for a site with electricity. A site without is $35 or at least this is what I was asked to pay. Host is friendly . Trees need some time to grow larger to provide any shade if anybody looking for a campsite with shade. Reasonable good space in between sites.

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Colwell Lake Campground

    Beach at the site

    We love when there is a beach right at our site! This campground had a trail along the lake, a public beach and a fishing pier. The sites were adequate and private. Our neighbors were not quiet.


Guide to Deerton

Camping near Deerton, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Explore Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: This stunning area is known for its breathtaking cliffs and waterfalls. One camper mentioned, "The views were breathtaking! The sites were very nice with so much space" while enjoying the scenery at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Sites.
  • Fishing at Au Train Lake: Many campers enjoy fishing in the scenic waters. One reviewer shared, "Caught fish off shore. Sites are large," highlighting the great fishing experience at Au Train Lake Campground.
  • Hiking Trails: There are numerous trails for hiking enthusiasts. A visitor at Forestville Campground noted, "At the head of some great mountain biking trails and backcountry rock climbing or bouldering."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One camper at Bay Furnace Campground said, "Host here did a great job keeping everything tidy and clean."
  • Friendly Staff: Many reviews mention the helpfulness of campground staff. A visitor at Rippling Rivers RV Resort remarked, "Friendly staff and fellow campers."
  • Beautiful Views: Campers love the scenic beauty of the area. A reviewer at Munising Tourist Park Campground stated, "The campground is pretty wide open, so there isn't much privacy, but it is absolutely beautiful!"

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Au Train Lake Campground, do not have electric hookups or showers. A camper noted, "No dump station but sign on well house states you can dump at nearby campground for free with proof of stay."
  • Mosquitoes: Be prepared for bugs, especially in the summer. A camper at Bay Furnace Campground warned, "It was filled with loads of voracious mosquitos."
  • First-Come, First-Served Sites: Some campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis, like North Gemini Lake State Forest Campground. A visitor mentioned, "There were 2 sites open when we arrived about 3 pm; filled up by evening."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for places with swimming and fishing options. A family at Otter Lake Campground & Lodge enjoyed, "Great little campground with lots to do for the kids (swimming, boat rentals, basketball)."
  • Look for Clean Facilities: Families appreciate clean bathrooms. A camper at Marquette Tourist Park Campground said, "Grounds were well maintained as was the restrooms and showers."
  • Space for Kids to Play: Choose campgrounds with larger sites. A reviewer at Rippling Rivers RV Resort noted, "The sites are nicely spaced out."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookup Availability: Make sure to confirm if the campground has electric and water hookups. A visitor at Bay Furnace Campground mentioned, "Some sites are reservable in advance and some are FCFS."
  • Bring Extra Cords and Hoses: If you're staying at a campground with tricky hookups, like Munising Tourist Park Campground, it's wise to have extra supplies. One camper advised, "Make sure to have extra cord and hoses."
  • Plan for Limited Cell Service: Many campgrounds have spotty cell service. A camper at Otter Lake Campground & Lodge noted, "Just be advised there’s no cell service, and the WiFi is a bit spotty."

Camping near Deerton, Michigan, offers a variety of experiences, from serene lakes to adventurous trails. Make sure to check out the local campgrounds and enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Deerton, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, Deerton, MI offers a wide range of camping options, with 134 campgrounds and RV parks near Deerton, MI and 17 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Deerton, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Deerton, MI is Munising Tourist Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 49 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Deerton, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near Deerton, MI.

What parks are near Deerton, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 parks near Deerton, MI that allow camping, notably Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Pictured Rocks National Park.