Top Dog Friendly Camping near Iron Mountain, MI

Are you planning a camping trip to Iron Mountain with your dog? We've got you covered. Find the best information on pet-friendly camping near Iron Mountain, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your RVing experience. Whether you're looking for a quiet location in the woods or a place near local attractions, The Dyrt makes it easy to find the perfect spot for you and your pup.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Iron Mountain, MI (99)

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Recent Dog-Friendly Reviews In Iron Mountain

326 Reviews of 99 Iron Mountain Campgrounds


  • Camper-submitted photo from Forest Pond Campground
    September 14, 2024

    Forest Pond Campground

    Small campground

    Stopped here to use shower it's a small campground had permanent sites and walkin tent sites. It was clean quiet bathroom was nice,long hot shower has dump station.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Nicolet National Forest Pine Lake Campground
    September 5, 2024

    Nicolet National Forest Pine Lake Campground

    Quiet National Forest campground on lake.

    Small primitive campsites right on lake pine in a beautiful area. The site are adequate and nothing negative to report. Host was super friendly and came up to welcome me. Picnic table down by lake so you can sit while watching the sunrise. $15/night unless you got a park/forest senior pass then 50% off.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Trail Park & Campground
    August 28, 2024

    Pioneer Trail Park & Campground

    Clean and decent spacing

    Restrooms and showers are clean and nicely maintained. There’s a good amount of trees and shade for those hot summer days. There are trails and some fishing areas as well. 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. Overall it’s a decent place to stay

  • Camper-submitted photo from Van Riper State Park Campground
    August 20, 2024

    Van Riper State Park Campground

    Great campgeound

    We are not a big state park fan as, in Michigan, there are very close sites and tons of noise. This one was relatively quiet. The site were the standard Michigan close but the campgeound was t full and there many options to choose from. The lake is real nice and the beach area is clean, spacious and it has a general store that has firewood for sale. We first reserved a rustic site, then changed to an electrical hook up site after arriving. The ranger was very accomodating.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Farquar-Metsa Tourist Park
    August 18, 2024

    Farquar-Metsa Tourist Park

    Well Kept Campground

    This reservation only campground was well kept and close to amenities in Gwinn like their city park and diners. The full hookup sites were well marked but not a lot of shade and septic hook up was far back. There is a dump site on premise so we utilized that. Tent sites are well shaded and secluded from each other. Tenants were amazing and hiking trails were beautiful. The weather was too cold to swim but the beach area would be nice with warmer weather.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Franklin Lake
    August 5, 2024

    Franklin Lake

    Quiet campground

    Beautiful campground had site 45 one week and site 72 the next both fcfs. Campground was quiet and clean. For those with out power there is outlets in shelter in middle of campground to charge batteries. Had phone service through boost mobile enough to stream movies

  • Camper-submitted photo from Van Riper State Park Campground
    August 4, 2024

    Van Riper State Park Campground

    Serenaded by snoring

    I’m a very simple camper used to having space and quiet…this was not the best time to pass through for an overnight. I arrived and the campground was so loud with people and kids shouting. There is zero privacy (they pack you in) so be sure to get a spot along the edge where you’ll at least have trees. I was very surprised and grateful how respectful everyone was of the quiet hrs…other than snoring and some traffic it was quiet. On a positive, the pit toilet was really clean and spacious. And the ranger at check in was so nice.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Trail Park & Campground
    August 2, 2024

    Pioneer Trail Park & Campground

    Nice , well maintained , quiet

    We parked in a river spot , and it was such a wonderful location, bathrooms right across a field, nice big playground, room for our motorhome, jeep, and hybrid van to charge ! Access to fishing right at our site and disc golf across from our camper !

  • Camper-submitted photo from J.W. Wells State Park Campground
    July 30, 2024

    J.W. Wells State Park Campground

    Beautiful location but not if you have a bigger camper

    The views are beautiful but all the camping spots are grass, we instantly sunk the second we tried to park ! Bring blocks if you want to stay!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Luna White Deer Campground
    July 27, 2024

    Luna White Deer Campground

    Simple, beautiful wooded campground

    We stayed at site 2 in the first loop on White Deer Lake. Site 7 on the water seemed like it would be a good site too, although there were steps on site 7. Site 1 and 2 had a trail between them that would make for a great double site, but they're each private enough that neighbors wouldn't be a bother. Site 2 had about 4 steps down to the tent pad that was easily large enough for our 10 person tent, the ground there mossy and grassy. The rest of the site by the picnic table and fire pit was lightly graveled. The fire pit deep and the removable grill grate perfect for the burgers and steaks we had while there. There is a single stall vault toilet for the white deer loop which was a little unfortunate as many times during the summer weekend, it was occupied when I walked over. Still it was stocked with TP, clean and spacious for a single stall. White Deer lake had a nice swimming beach area, the trail around the lake had many sandy access areas that my husband enjoyed some shoreline fishing. He caught a 9 inch bass and some panfish. Mosquitos were present, but not the worst I've ever experienced, the biting flies were plentiful, but stayed away with the help of a thermacell. Overall, we had a great weekend and would come back.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Island Resort and Casino RV Park
    July 7, 2024

    Island Resort and Casino RV Park

    Basic RV park with free shuttle to the casino

    We were in Site# 14. We had electric/water with a paved pull-through. We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep.
    The site was easy to level but the wheels of our motor home were off of the ground.

    Check-in is at the hotel. The RV park is not visible from the hotel (it’s back in the woods). There is a phone at the shower house that can be used to request a free shuttle to the casino.

    Our site was not shaded with limited trees. This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    The lot comes with a picnic table and fire ring.

    There was not any WiFi (we used our Starlink). They do not offer Cable TV.

    There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.

    They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster.

    They do have an indoor Swimming pool at the hotel with a sauna and steam shower.

    There is not a Playground. There are not any additional play areas like Bocce ball, shuffleboard, basketball sport court, horseshoe, or volleyball courts.

    They have a general store in the parking lot of the casino where you can also get gas.

    There are restaurants on site in the hotel as well as a spa. The closest big town with stores is Escanaba (about 20 minutes away).

    This is solely an RV park. They do not have any cabins to rent or any tent areas.

    They have one shower house. The shower house has individual showers (toilets & sinks are on opposite side of shower house).

    The laundry facility is located at the BP gas station (located in the parking lot of the casino/hotel). It is a cash only facility, but they have a change machine. It is approximately $2 to wash and $2 to dry a load.

    They do not have a fenced in dog park. There are areas to walk dogs.

    Bugs did not seem to be an issue.

    Some fun things to do outside of the campground are to visit the Sandy Point Lighthouse or Ludington Park in Escanaba.

    The casino is smoke-free. It states that the tables are open from 10am to 2am. Not all tables are available though (for instance, roulette wasn’t always available and if they did open up the one roulette table, it wasn’t until 6 or 7pm). The slot machine options are abundant.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Laura Lake Recreation Area
    July 6, 2024

    Laura Lake Recreation Area

    Love this campsite!

    We stayed 3 nights at the campsite #16. Spacious site, both shade and open area. Beautiful view on the lake and great access to the water from the campsite. Since it is located on the top of a hill, little windy at times. Drinking water and toilets are less than 2 minute walk away. Very clean and well maintained.Nice, quiet place, only electric boats allowed. Small beach on the lake next to Laura lake, great for kids with perfect view of sunset. Hiking trail around the lake, well marked and easy to do. Couple bike trails nearby. We tried one of them, tall grass and many ticks, would not recommend. Overall, very nice campsite.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Bewabic State Park Campground
    May 30, 2024

    Bewabic State Park Campground

    Nice State park!

    Really nice park! Some sites suffer from rather uneven parking spots with odd fire pit placements. There are plenty of really nice spots however. The Forrest is mature and very pretty, deer and other wildlife are abundant….including the Canada geese who leave their greasy calling cards all over the grassy lakeside areas. The nearby town has most of what you need. Overall, nice and quiet state park!

  • Camper-submitted photo from J.W. Wells State Park Campground
    February 25, 2024

    J.W. Wells State Park Campground

    Great, clean,and grassy campground!

    Great views of Lake Michigan! Beautiful sandy beach just a short walk away! Really nice playground for the kids. Overall, one of our favorite places to connected camp!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Van Riper State Park Campground
    November 27, 2023

    Van Riper State Park Campground

    Nice Park

    Older well established state park. Has high usage in summer. Being older, many lots in modern area are close together. Decent restroom/shower building. Poor wifi reception.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Camping in the Clouds
    October 8, 2023

    Camping in the Clouds

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  • Camper-submitted photo from Nelligan Lake
    September 30, 2023

    Nelligan Lake

    Decent sized pull out, with turn around

    I only stopped for a some lunch and a nap after some long hours. I did find it to be busier than expected, traffic wise. All types, but perfect if you have some toys to rip around on as well! Decent spot, pit, plenty of room, and when no one is driving by it is really quiet.

  • Camper-submitted photo from J.W. Wells State Park Campground
    September 25, 2023

    J.W. Wells State Park Campground

    A lovely stopping point!

    Again, we stayed here for one night on our way elsewhere. We have to come back and make it our destination next time. Clean bathrooms… excellent camp hosts. Weekdays in the fall.. so quiet and peaceful.



Guide to Iron Mountain

Camping near Iron Mountain, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a fun family adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the scenic trails around the area. One camper mentioned, "This park offers it all! Endless hiking and boating opportunities," highlighting the great trails available at Bewabic State Park Campground.
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing in the local lakes. A review from Carney Lake State Forest Campground noted, "The fishing was great in Gene's Pond," making it a good spot for anglers.
  • ATV Riding: For those who love off-roading, Summer Breeze Campground is close to ATV trails. One visitor shared, "ATV trails are across the interstate. It was a great time!"

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Governor Thompson State Park Campground stated, "Clean bathrooms, water access, and great campsites that offer privacy."
  • Privacy: Many campgrounds offer spacious sites. A camper at Bear Lake mentioned, "The sites are large & private with a few waterfront sites."
  • Friendly Atmosphere: Campers often mention the welcoming vibe. One review for Paint River Hills Campground said, "The owner was an awesome lady; she helped us find a repair guy for a breakdown."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities. A camper at Genes Pond State Forest Campground noted, "Make sure to bring in wood before you get here, seemed to not be anyone selling wood bundles near the area."
  • Rustic Conditions: Expect a more rustic experience at some sites. A review for Camping in the Clouds mentioned, "The campground is very rustic; facilities on premise could definitely use some TLC."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. One camper at Silver Lake Resort shared, "The forest is mature and very pretty, deer and other wildlife are abundant."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. A review for Morgan Park said, "This park has a lot to offer. Hike the bluffs, swim, fish, blueberry picking, and much more!"
  • Plan for Meals: Bring your own food or check local stores. One camper at Bear Lake advised, "If you forget something, you are better off going to Laona than Wabeno."
  • Pack for Bugs: Be ready for mosquitoes, especially near water. A camper at Carney Lake State Forest Campground noted, "If it were hot, I would imagine a lot of mosquitoes."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A review for Paint River Hills Campground mentioned, "Nice sized sites right out of town but still in the woods."
  • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups. A camper at Governor Thompson State Park Campground said, "Not many electric sites but nice hiking trails and small lake nearby."
  • Be Prepared for Dust: Some campgrounds have gravel roads. A review for Silver Lake Resort mentioned, "The constant dust from passing cars gets old."

Camping near Iron Mountain, Michigan, has something for everyone. Whether you're in an RV or tent, you'll find a spot that suits your needs.

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Iron Mountain, MI is Bewabic State Park Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 20 reviews.

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