2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Superior Times near Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore accommodates glamping enthusiasts with safari-style canvas tents and rustic cabins that provide enhanced comfort compared to traditional camping. The property sits on Au Train Lake with private waterfront access and offers amenities including comfortable bedding, electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings. All glamping accommodations include access to clean shower facilities and modern bathrooms, while some units feature private bathrooms with running water. Superior Times includes jet ski and boat rentals directly from their private dock. According to a camper, "We stayed in a cabin with a newly remodeled bathroom, which was very nice. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was nice too."
Visitors at these glamping destinations enjoy lake activities including swimming at the small beach area, fishing, and boating, while maintaining close proximity to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore's hiking trails and scenic vistas. Uncle Ducky's Paddlers Village offers canvas glamping accommodations with market access and trash service, creating a convenient base for exploring the region's waterfalls and coastal landscapes. The properties maintain a family-friendly atmosphere with outdoor games and recreational equipment available on-site. One visitor noted, "Kids fished, rode Sea Doos - rented them for $60/hour, played basketball, and had a great time. We sat around our own firepit and had a chance to unwind and relax." Most glamping options remain open from May through October, with reservations strongly recommended during peak summer months.
"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."
"This is a busy campground right on Munising Bay on Lake Superior."
from $29 - $45 / night
"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"
"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."
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."
"The fire pits were really nice, too! Make sure to bring bug spray!"
"The lake is very nice,clear water. The biggest complaint I have is it is noisy. There is a significant amount of rd noise and sometimes trains go by blasting the horn at the intersection."
"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."
"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
"Easy access from town and close to post office, library, stores 1 mile away, hiking trails, trout stream, golf course 6 miles, swimming in river, 15 other lakes in a 10 mile radius."
"This reservation only campground was well kept and close to amenities in Gwinn like their city park and diners."
"No service for TMobile or Verizon, but still a great secluded spot."
"Even though this campground is a decent distance from the main road, the way out is paved. This was unexpected but there are plenty of unpacked side roads to explore."
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.
LegendThe first thing we noticed driving in is that the wash house closes today 10/14 at 4 PM for the season, which isn’t an issue for us. Open sites, walkways to a rocky beach, but also trail to a sandy beach. Our site is not level.
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.
TravelerThe campsites are very close together so not for anyone looking for solitude. Other campers are very friendly. It is right on Lake Michigamma? Nice beach for swimming. Boat launch with dock for fishing. Big playground
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
Camping near Eben Junction, Michigan offers direct access to the Hiawatha National Forest's 880,000 acres of mixed hardwood forests and inland lakes. Summer temperatures typically range from 60-80°F, while spring and fall can drop to 40-50°F with frequent rainfall. Most area campgrounds remain open from May through October, with limited services available during shoulder seasons.
Lake swimming access: At Colwell Lake Campground, campers enjoy private lake access with sandy beaches. "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," notes Kinni P., who adds that the lake has "very little boat traffic, no homes on this lake, an excellent biking/hiking trail around the lake too."
Waterfall exploration: Several waterfalls are within driving distance of area campgrounds. "We explored area, kayaked Pictured Rocks, hiked Miners Falls (relaxing 1 mile with ability to get down to water), could have stayed longer," reports Beth B. from Munising Tourist Park Campground, which is "about 3 minutes from Munising, super convenient."
Rustic hiking trails: The 7-mile Haymeadow Falls trail starts directly from Haymeadow Creek NF Campground with minimal elevation gain. "You pass a trailhead on the way in so head back for a hike. Hay meadow falls hiking trail is an option that is right in camp," explains Art S., adding that "this was a great find!"
Lake Superior shoreline access: Twelvemile Beach Campground offers direct beach access from many sites. "We were here in late May, almost zero bugs (it was too cold). Big spacious sites, we tented in site 4... Amazing views and a clean pit toilet right across the way," says Cameron H., who appreciated that despite being in the generator loop, they "couldn't hear them over the waves of superior."
Privacy between sites: Many campers value the spacing between sites at area campgrounds. "Sites were extremely nice and private," notes one visitor to Little Lake State Forest Campground. At Colwell Lake, Nicole V. reports, "Most of the campsites here need to be reserved—there are only a handful of first come. Whichever site you get there is beach front access with an actual sandy beach!"
Free dispersed camping options: For budget-conscious campers, Hickey Marsh Dispersed Camping offers no-cost sites with basic amenities. "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," shares Hunter W. "Quiet spot especially in early May, cell service with Verizon was shockingly good."
Reservation requirements vary: Many campgrounds require advance booking, especially during peak summer months. At Farquar-Metsa Tourist Park, Emilee S. notes, "The only down side is that they are by reservation only. No 'walk-in's' if you will."
Bug protection essential: Mosquitoes can be intense, particularly in early summer. One camper at Colwell Lake warns, "The ONE thing I have to say is that the mosquitos came in droves and were absolutely ravenous... These things were unphased by a number of citronella candles, obscene amounts of bug spray... and they drove all 4 of my brood to the brink of madness."
Limited cell service: Many campgrounds have weak or non-existent cell coverage. At Little Lake State Forest Campground, Nicole V. reports "Cell service is almost non existent and quite a few generators running." Similarly, Kevin D. found no T-Mobile or Verizon service at Haymeadow Creek, "but still a great secluded spot."
Beach activities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated swimming areas. At Colwell Lake, "Each site on the lake side of the loop has their own access to a path along the lake," making it easy for families to enjoy water activities.
Ranger programs: Twelvemile Beach Campground offers educational activities during summer months. "We love exploring the beach and hiking down the trails right from the campground. We enjoy the ranger programs that are offered, and the camp hosts are so friendly!!" shares Mandi B.
Yurt camping options: Families seeking yurt camping near Eben Junction, Michigan will find Uncle Ducky's Paddlers Village offers this comfortable alternative. "Paddlers Village was a nice, small, clean campground right on Lake Superior. We stayed in a Yurt, and had a good experience," shares Amy M., adding that "each yurt is equipped with bunk beds and a futon (sleeps 5), mini fridge, power... definitely glamping."
Site selection considerations: RVers should research campground layouts before arriving. At Munising Tourist Park, Deb M. advises, "This campground is all about what site you can get. I reserved a full hookup/waterfront site and it was amazing... However, 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. (Recommended to bring extra hose and cords)."
Generator restrictions: Many campgrounds limit generator use hours or have generator-free zones. At Twelvemile Beach, Roger W. notes, "Generators allowed, but there is a generator free zone."
Size limitations: Most area campgrounds accommodate smaller to medium RVs. Roger W. observes that at Twelvemile Beach, the "Max [rig size] I saw was about 28'," which is typical for many campgrounds in the region.
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