Looking for the best campgrounds near Gwinn, MI? There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Michigan camping has to offer. You're sure to find the perfect campground for your Gwinn camping trip.
$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."
"It’s on the back side of the city of Gwinn, which is a smaller more run down little town, 18 miles from Marquette. But this little campground is well kempt!"
"We enjoyed our stay at Tourist Park in Gwinn. I loved that it was a small park with mostly RVs and a few camping spots."
"Landed here after trying unsuccessfully to camp along Lake Superior (everything full). It’s a sweet little campground: quiet, dark and removed from the crowds."
"We live nearby, and it’s the best place to just get away for a night or two. Would recommend to anyone."
$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. "
$15 / night
"A family tradition for us, the lake is wonderful. A few lake side sites are usually taken quickly. All are rustic. Water pump, bathrooms available. Haul out your trash. Nice boat launch and a beach."
"Loads of hiking trails and an interpretive nature trail created years ago by an Eagle Scout. Has a pump for water. No power. Has bathrooms and a boat launch. 👍"
"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."
$35 - $51 / night
"It is located off US-41 which is a major Upper Peninsula thoroughfare but set back about ½ miles so you don’t get road noise but it is still convenient. "
"This is our 2nd time staying & both were because of its convenience to ‘civilization’ not to get away from it."
$25 / night
"Great spot if you’re looking for something near to, but away from Marquette."
"Rustic sites only, this is the trail head to a network of snowshoeing, biking, and hiking trails. There are 19 sites, three of which line the field the other 16 are tucked in the woods."
LegendThe people in the office were very nice and chill, always a good start when the people checking you in put off a warm vibe. We booked a river site but changed to a basic water and electric and saved 5 bucks for a better site. The sites on the river are not well laid out and it's hard to tell where to set up. None of the sites here are very private, but they are all very clean and larger with nice tall pines and big fire pits. The playground is awesome and there is a large grassy ballfield for playing. The river itself is a bit underwhelming, kind of marshy and not clear. There's a large dropoff from the campground to the river so it's only really accessible at the boat ramp, which is fine if you expect that going in. There is laundry and reasonably priced firewood. Overall a solid campground.
LegendThis is a very quiet and remote area. The campground and town are both very calm and quiet. The beach is very nice and the water in Wilderness Lake is clean. There is an older playground that our kids still enjoyed, and an old abandoned railroad line that is now a trail. Town is tiny with a store or two . About a mile down the road to Lake Superior shoreline- there's a cool little park with a boardwalk and place to launch kayaks. The full hookup sites were nice and long and well spaced, but they were dirt so could be muddy in the rain. There were a lot of mosquitoes, but we kept them at bay with tiki torches and bug spray. Nice place to chill.
LegendThe only campground in the city of Marquette, immersed in a network of trails and parks, only a mile from the big lake, and 3 miles to Presque Isle and Black Rocks.... This campground has a lot to offer. It has two playgrounds, a small beach on the river basin, and immediate access to both paved and mountain bike trails. The full hookup sites from 61 to 80ish are large and in a nice canopy of mature trees. The place is paved and so are the fhu sites. Great place!
TravelerNice new campground, still under construction at our time of visit so navigating through to your site is a bit difficult. Note that you can hear the highway from this site. But nice campground if you want to stay close to Marquette.
GuideBeautiful small wooded campground. I did see an article that it's closing June 9 2025. So, please make sure it's open before you take the bumpy road down!
GuidePulled in. Most spots filled with semi permanent trailers and everyone had a generator. Pretty place but not for us.
ScoutJust want an overnight stay and are self contained it’s perfect. We pulled in a 15 foot trailer and turned it around but wouldn’t go much bigger.
ScoutJust 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. No signage and only saw 2 pre used spots as another review said, but there is plenty of space to park along the road if you are not driving an rv or very large vehicle. Quiet spot especially in early May, cell service with Verizon was shockingly good.
GuideIt's 10 miles off US2 but it's free and very peaceful. Two others are here tonight.
Camping near Gwinn, Michigan, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.
Camping near Gwinn, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and friendly campgrounds. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Gwinn, MI offers a wide range of camping options, with 141 campgrounds and RV parks near Gwinn, MI and 16 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Gwinn, MI is Rippling Rivers RV Resort with a 4.4-star rating from 21 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 16 free dispersed camping spots near Gwinn, MI.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 9 parks near Gwinn, MI that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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