1 campground with availability this weekend
Located on Au Train Lake, Superior Times offers a premium glamping experience with comfortable canvas accommodations and modern amenities for travelers exploring Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The property features full electric hookups, drinking water access, and clean shower facilities alongside picnic tables and fire pits for evening relaxation. Guests can rent boats and jet skis directly from the resort to enjoy the lake, with rates starting at $60 per hour. Michigamme Shores Campground and Perkins Park & Campground provide additional glamping options in the region, with both offering yurt accommodations set against the backdrop of Michigan's pristine forests. One guest shared, "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."
These luxury camping destinations serve as ideal basecamps for exploring Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, located just a short drive from the Au Train area glamping sites. The canvas tent accommodations at Superior Times provide comfort while maintaining a connection to the surrounding natural environment, with several visitors noting the resort's family-friendly atmosphere. Van Riper State Park Campground, approximately 30 miles from Gwinn, offers year-round yurt glamping campsite accommodations with access to hiking trails and waterfront recreation. A recent visitor mentioned, "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." Most glamping accommodations in the area require advance reservations, particularly during the peak summer season from May through September.
"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."
"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."
"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
"Nice campground right on Lake Michigamme, variety of sites (tents, cabins, electric hook-ups), big clean beach, showers."
"The bathrooms and showers and generally always nicely maintained as well, and there are plenty of both. The bathrooms do tend to run out of soap and toilet paper at busy times."
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Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $120 / night
"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
"Beautiful lake, great swimming area, secure, full hook ups. Very helpful we came in late night- they left reservation info in the mail box for us."
"My family and I took a 3 week vacation to visit Michigan. We stayed at a few different campgrounds, and did lots of hiking."
"General spots: Varies from right up next to each other to odd shaped spaces that have extra room and trees. Our site: 40."
"On the shores of Independence Lake, just south of Lake Superior, sits this gorgeous, sparkling clean county park with a well-managed campground."
"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."
"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.
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
TravelerI absolutely loved it here first time staying and will be back many more! Would've given 5 starts if the sites had electricity, but theres still plug in over by the pavilion. Definitely a gem of a find.!!!!
GuideNo trash service. I stayed in a 24ft travel trailer and most sites are plenty big for such a rig. Poor to no cell service (Verizon). My spot allowed marginal Starlink, but most sites are heavily wooded and you will likely have too much obstruction to get Starlink. Hay Meadow Creek trailhead is in the campground. Very nice hiking that goes to the pretty creek. Campground is free. I assume it's a 14 day limit, but there is no sign posting a stay limit.
Gwinn's campgrounds sit in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where seasonal temperatures range from below 10°F in winter to mid-70s in summer. The area features a mix of pine forests and waterways with sandy soil conditions. Camping options near Gwinn include both rustic sites and full-hookup facilities, with many campgrounds open from May through September.
Hiking at Laughing Whitefish Falls: Located near Little Lake State Forest Campground, these falls offer a scenic day trip from Gwinn. One camper noted, "It's a sweet little campground: quiet, dark and removed from the crowds. Close to Laughing Whitefish Falls and also not far from Marquette and Presque Isle."
Fishing on local waterways: The Escanaba River at Farquar-Metsa Tourist Park provides trout fishing opportunities. As one visitor explained, "Very nice park, on a river with various levels of campsites... hiking trails, trout stream, golf course 6 miles, swimming in river, 15 other lakes in a 10 mile radius."
Disc golf adventures: Pioneer Trail Park & Campground offers a 27-hole disc golf course through wooded terrain. A recent camper mentioned, "We parked in a river spot, and it was such a wonderful location... access to fishing right at our site and disc golf across from our camper!"
Remote camping options: For those seeking quieter experiences than glamping in Gwinn, Michigan, Haymeadow Creek NF Campground offers free dispersed sites. "There's actually seven sites, but they're all pretty premium, spacewise and just general atmosphere. Each has its own fire ring and a picnic table. The loop is also directly connected to a cheeky little waterfall trail."
Swimming beaches: Lake Independence at Perkins Park & Campground features a developed swimming area. A visitor reported, "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."
Proximity to outdoor activities: Farquar-Metsa Tourist Park provides centralized access to multiple recreation options. According to a camper: "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."
Site selection matters: Some campgrounds have significant variation between sites. At Munising Tourist Park, "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. However, if you're not lucky enough to get one on the waterfront, then there's just crowded, open sites."
Noise considerations: Train tracks near Pioneer Trail Park create occasional disturbances. One camper noted, "Traffic noise isn't too annoying except for the occasional loud mufflers and train horns. No train horns were heard during the late hours though."
Generator usage: Little Lake State Forest Campground permits generators, which affects the camping experience. "Pulled in. Most spots filled with semi permanent trailers and everyone had a generator. Pretty place but not for us."
Alternative to glamping: While glamping in the Gwinn area focuses on lakefront experiences, traditional tent sites at Haymeadow Creek offer a different experience: "Easy to get to. No service for TMobile or Verizon, but still a great secluded spot."
Playground facilities: Van Riper State Park Campground has extensive play areas for children. "My kids made some of their best memories ever camping here. Lots of families, positive environment. Clean campground and park, helpful staff. Swam and paddled on Lake Michigamme for hours. Huge beach with volleyball net. Large bathhouse with private shower rooms. Huge playground."
Birthday celebration spots: Van Riper State Park works well for special events. A parent shared: "Had my son's 6th birthday party here. We were able to grill our food at our camp site then brought it over closer to the beach where we set up in the grassy area. The kids were are to play on the beach or the play ground equipment."
Water recreation options: Michigamme Shores Campground provides family-friendly water activities. "Beautiful lake with a big beach... They have a water toy park. I would come back."
Child-friendly bathrooms: Tourist Park in Gwinn features accessible facilities. "We have an Aliner and most of the RVs were big with their own bathroom, so the facilities at Tourist were almost all ours!"
Hookup considerations: At Pioneer Trail Park, plan for specific utility setups. "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."
Site surfacing: Many RV sites in the area are unpaved. At Pioneer Trail, "The sites are all very clean and larger with nice tall pines and big fire pits... None of the sites here are very private."
Site spacing: At Michigamme Shores, the arrangement works well for larger rigs. "A clean park with decent sized lots. Plenty of family activities."
Seasonal considerations: Van Riper State Park can accommodate winter camping. "Sites are bigger than parks in the lower peninsula. Ask the rangers where to go to look for moose."
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