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Indian Lake State Park South Campground provides upscale glamping options along the shores of Indian Lake, with accommodation types that blend comfort with nature. Several sites feature canvas tent structures with proper beds, electricity, and lake views, making them perfect for those seeking a more refined outdoor experience. These units include picnic tables and fire rings strategically placed for optimal lakeside enjoyment. The campground offers direct lake access with a shallow, warm swimming area ideal for families. Jack Pine Lodge and Campground, located near Manistique, offers similar glamping accommodations with modern amenities including private bathrooms, full electrical hookups, and climate control options. One guest shared, "I have traveled almost every corner of The Yoop. I have not found a campground that nearly compares to this place. Not in quality of stay or the constant desire to return."
Twelvemile Beach Campground in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore houses premium glamping structures with spectacular views of Lake Superior. Water sports enthusiasts appreciate the proximity to both Indian Lake and Lake Michigan, with beach access just steps from many glamping units. Each location connects visitors to the natural beauty of Michigan's Upper Peninsula while providing substantial creature comforts not found in traditional camping. Kitchitikipi (Big Springs), located just 5 minutes from Indian Lake State Park, serves as a popular day trip for glampers exploring the region. The crystal-clear spring allows visitors to see straight to the bottom from viewing platforms. According to a camper, "The beach was very nice with shallow, warm water. That was the highlight of this campground. The beach house was stunning with many picnic tables and seating, a great place not only for lunch but for crafts or even a nap."
"The tent site itself was all we needed with a picnic table, fire pit, and electric. The bathrooms were clean and the showers were free (and even had warm water). The beach house was stunning."
"This is a great lakeside campsite just outside of Manistique. There is a main bathroom area with showers. Good shallow water to swim (and watch the beautiful sunset) but a little difficult to fish."
"Being that in the summer, it doesn't get dark until 10 pm, you can spend all day and most of the evening riding the trails."
"I have absolutely nothing but positive things to say. I am more one to frequent rustic and secluded campgrounds."
from $33 - $55 / night
Check Availability"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."
from $24 - $80 / night
Check Availability"There are over 20 sites, about half of which are located lake side (not directly on the lake, but there are little paths that lead you there and you can somewhat see the water from these sites.)"
"I loved the fire pit. I cook over the open fire and the size and type of ring was great. It had good ventilation which allows the fire to breath."
from $26 - $80 / night
Check Availability"An awesome campground tucked away in the U.P. Big rig access(46’ 5th wheel). Nice concrete pads, full hook up and cable. The staff is great and helpful. Secluded and quiet."
"Small beach area on the lake, playground, and boats available to rent. We’ve stayed in the water/electric sites and they are all very nice, but a bit of a walk from the bath house."
from $28 - $129 / night
Check Availability"Nice campground that is a good Basecamp fit central upper peninsula of Michigan. Some sites have electricity but there is no dump station. $20 a nite$ 18 if you are a senior."
"Electric and rustic sites. Water is central from an artesian well. Vault toilets and no showers. For the price, I’d stay again"
"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
Check Availability"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"
from $25 - $35 / night
Check Availability"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
Check Availability"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."
GuideWe 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. We got the closest site, which is not a long walk. It was totally private, with a little private entrance to the lake. Very peaceful. Not far from Munising.
TravelerWe decided to stay 5 days here after our original plan fell through. It’s a smaller secluded campground with larger sites. We arrived in the middle of the week so there were a variety of sites available. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Be prepared to bring enough firewood and supplies as many of the shops nearby close early.
Pros: Little Brevort lake is a great spot for stargazing with good visibility and shooting stars. Large sites, close to Lake Michigan, quiet, secluded, great views, shaded sites, inexpensive, opportunity to listen to native wildlife.
Cons: Sites can be close together but not clustered. Bathrooms are stocked by DNR but were FULL of flies. No individual trash cans, dumpster only. We made the mistake of buying cheap trash bags that ripped on the way to the dumpster.
GuideThis place is a gem. 50 minutes from Munising, makes the perfect camping spot for a pictures rocks trip.
Beautiful beach with all the privacy in the world. The best part about camping here was the Beach!
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.
Some tips: DO NOT take 721 trail off Adams trail. Apple maps told us to take this route. It’s really only meant for atv’s and specialized off road vehicles. It would have saved 3 minutes off our total drive time. The local tow truck told us he comes here 3 times a week while he towed us out. And there’s no signal. It was pretty scary.
No running water in restroom, so pack some Clorox wipes.
Bugs are pretty bad on the non-lake side so try to get a site near the water.
GuideThere is a backcountry campground not 1/2-mile from the 12-Mile Beach car/RV campground. "Backcountry" is deceptive, as there is a road/parking area about 1/4 mile west of the site.
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 and packed the rest out). The plus side was that someone had left a handful of split logs behind, negating the need to gather anything beyond kindling.
Proximity to the drive-in sites provided ready access to potable, running water and flush toilets, although there is a pit toilet at this campground.
Lake Superior is readily accessible from both these sites and the drive-in campground.
GuideWe choose this campground for its close-ish proximity to St. Ignace and the Labor Day Bridge Walk. There are modern toilets, and even though the facilities are very dated they are possibly the cleanest I've ever come across at a campground. There are kayak, SUP and Canoe rentals on site, as well as ice and wood for sale. There is potable water and a dump station. (The water is far enough from the dump to feel safe enough to fill our tanks.). Very quiet after 10pm, the quiet hours seemed very enforced, there was not a single generator going overnight. A nice mix of FCFS sites and reservable ones, and there were at least some vacancies even though it was a holiday weekend.
TravelerPros: This camp site was amazing! Very family friendly with plenty of activities. You are able to rent water equipment, play mini golf and swim around the lake. You are able to buy bagged ice ($2.50) and firewood about 6-7 pieces ($5.00) on site.
Plus, Our 3 dogs came with and had a great time!
Cons: Quiet hours were well followed. I felt we had to whisper around the fire, to feel like we weren’t disturbing anyone. It was very family based so got pretty quiet around 8:00 PM. Also, Campsites are pretty close together!
Altogether the camp site is great, I wouldn’t go again but enjoyed it!
LegendThe 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. I stayed in a kozy kabin for a night because my camping gear was wet from a storm the night before. Fire pits are provided and wood is for sale on site in the office as well as other necessities. Close to pictured rocks national lakeshore. Definitely go there!
RangerWe stayed at one of the twelve mile backcountry spots and it might be one of my favorite back country spots in Pictured Rocks. The hike in is fairly easy and flat the entire way. We also happened to be the only ones camping at this site and it was great to get away from the more busy sites further down the lakeshore. The beach is just steps away from the site which is slightly above the beach (maybe 50 ft) situated within beautiful clusters of birch trees. The climb to the beach and back is not terribly difficult, we were able to make dinner by the water and run back and forth from our camp to grab misc. cooking items without the climb taking a huge toll on our energy levels. It's also the perfect spot for star gazing and relaxing on an empty beach. I have stayed in the back country at Pictured Rocks 5 times, staying at a different site each night and this place stands out. We also passed by the drive up campsites and they seemed like some of cooler drive up spaces we've come across with each site tucked into the trees and nicely secluded.
ScoutThis is a fabulous campground! There are over 20 sites, about half of which are located lake side (not directly on the lake, but there are little paths that lead you there and you can somewhat see the water from these sites.) There is a boat launch on one end of campground and the amazing beach on the other. The water is clear and warm (perfect lake for swimming) and there is both sand and grassy areas on the fairly large beach. The beach also offers picnic tables and benches. The only negative aspect I can see about this campground is that the sites are right on top of each other, so if you have a loud group or a generator next to you, it is noisy. But most campgrounds have sites set real close together, so you will find this pretty much everywhere. Def camp here! About an hours drive from a Pictured Rocks National Park. There are no showers or running water. Camp hosts were very nice, helpful, & welcoming.
Indian Lake State Park South Campground features modern amenities with 337 campsites spread across north and south units. Located near Manistique in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, the campground sits at 610 feet elevation on the shores of Indian Lake, the fourth largest inland lake in the Upper Peninsula. With 8,400 acres of water surface, Indian Lake maintains consistent shallow depths of 1-14 feet throughout most of the lake, creating warmer swimming conditions than nearby Lake Superior or Lake Michigan.
Visit Kitch-iti-kipi Springs: Located 5 minutes from Indian Lake State Park South Campground, this natural attraction features crystal-clear spring water. "Just needed a nice campsite for one night after traveling from Traverse City headed to Marquette. Made a reservation and booked a lake view site. Great lake view and 10 minutes away from Kitch-iti-ipi 'big springs'," notes Nicole M.
Explore Fox River Pathway: Access this hiking trail near Seney Township Campground. "The Fox River Pathway hiking trail begins just down the road from the park," explains Nikki P., who added that they had "reliable AT&T internet use at around 30-80 mbps download speeds" for those needing to stay connected.
Kayak Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: Paddle along Lake Superior's shoreline to view colorful sandstone cliffs. A visitor to Munising Tourist Park Campground shared, "We explored area, kayaked Pictured Rocks, hiked Miners Falls (relaxing 1 mile with ability to get down to water), could have stayed longer."
Lake access for swimming: Many campers appreciate the shallow, warm waters at Indian Lake. "The lake is accessible with a small beach and swimming section that many campers used," notes a camper about Camp 7 Lake Campground, which contrasts with the typically colder Lake Superior temperatures.
Spacious, private sites: Colwell Lake Campground offers well-separated camping areas. "We were looking for a campsite that we could drive up to, but we ended up going with a walk up campsite. It couldn't have been more perfect. It was totally private, with a little private entrance to the lake," reports Allison V.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The area's lakes and forests support diverse wildlife. A reviewer at Camp Seven Lake Campground mentioned, "Incredibly beautiful lake. The pit toilets were super clean and the sites were amazing. Wish we stayed longer." Many sites allow for lakeside wildlife observation at dawn and dusk.
Weather considerations: Lake Superior can create unpredictable conditions. According to a reviewer at Twelvemile Beach Campground, "We were here in late May, almost zero bugs (it was too cold). Big spacious sites, we tented in site 4 although in the generator loop area we couldn't hear them over the waves of superior."
Reservation requirements: Some campgrounds require advance booking while others are first-come, first-served. For South Gemini Lake State Forest Campground, one camper noted, "This campsite was awesome! We camped right on the lake and due to how small the campsite is (only about 8 sites max). No reservations. You self-register when you arrive."
Insect preparedness: The UP is known for seasonal insects, particularly in early summer. "This year, the gnats were just about unbearable, but no fault of the campground (welcome to the UP)," shared Lora H. regarding Jack Pine Lodge and Campground, suggesting visitors pack appropriate repellents and possibly screened shelters.
Look for shallow swimming areas: Families should prioritize campgrounds with gentle shorelines. "The beach was very nice with shallow, warm water... It seemed like a great place, not only for lunch, but for crafts or even a nap," shares a camper about Indian Lake State Park South Campground.
Consider accessibility to facilities: Some sites require significant walking to reach bathrooms. At Munising Tourist Park, a reviewer cautioned, "There needs to be at least an outhouse provided adjacent to the tent area. As it is, if nature calls you first have to hike down the path through the tenting area to the tent parking lot, then hike through the campground to the bath house."
Select campgrounds with activities: Jack Pine Lodge and Campground offers family-friendly amenities. "Great campground! Book early to get a spot. It's clean, quiet and caters to riders. It has a shower building, 2 washers and 2 dryers, restaurant, store (only open certain hours), ice, dump station and 91 octane fuel on site," recommends Erika P.
Prepare for limited hookups: Many glamping close to Gulliver, Michigan requires self-sufficiency. "Small township campground with vault toilets, artesian well, 20/30 amp hook-ups, and Fox River access, $20/night (no reservations). Sites are easy to access and off of a main road," explains a visitor to Seney Township Campground.
Mind site layouts and privacy: RV sites vary significantly between campgrounds. At Munising-Pictured Rocks KOA, one camper observed, "The hookups are every other site so this forces the campers to always face each other. Overall a very underwhelming campground," highlighting the importance of researching specific site layouts before booking.
Book full-hookup sites early: For luxury glamping options, secure prime locations in advance. "This campground is all about what site you can get. I reserved a full hookup/waterfront site and it was amazing. All we had to do was step out our door to be looking at the water," shared Deb M. about Munising Tourist Park Campground.
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