2 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Several cabin campgrounds near Ishpeming provide year-round accommodation options for visitors to Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Van Riper State Park Campground in Champion offers both mini cabins and a camper's cabin with varying levels of amenities. "We stayed in a cabin with a newly remodeled bathroom, which was very nice. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was nice too," noted one visitor about Superior Times' cabins. Country Village RV Park in Ishpeming and Rippling Rivers RV Resort in Marquette both feature cabin rentals with electric service, while Michigamme Shores Campground provides cabins along with traditional camping sites.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. The mini cabins at Van Riper State Park rent for $49 per night, while the larger camper's cabin costs $86 nightly. Craig Lake State Park Campground offers more remote cabin options for those seeking seclusion. Most cabins require advance reservations, particularly during summer months from May through September when occupancy rates peak. Pet policies vary by property - some cabins welcome dogs while others restrict pets entirely. One camper shared, "The cabin was about 3.1 mile walk in, with porch and fire pit plus much more. The best part is having the beach so close you can hear the waves at night as you sleep."
Most cabins include basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities range from simple fire rings with picnic tables to cabins with mini refrigerators. Water access varies significantly between properties - some feature pit toilets while others have newly remodeled bathrooms with showers. At Superior Times, cabins include bathroom facilities and provide access to fishing opportunities and water activities. Firewood is typically available for purchase at campground offices or nearby stores. Larger supply runs require traveling to Marquette, approximately 15-30 minutes from most cabin locations, where more extensive grocery and equipment options can be found.
"Lovely campground in a good location. I stayed in the top area with electric only hook ups. This area is pretty secluded. The full hook up area is pretty busy with several activities."
"Full hook up, luxury cabins, rustic cabins, electric sites, walk in tent sites. Location is perfect. Only wish would be that they add more bathrooms/shower rooms."
from $40 - $50 / night
"We found this campground located along U.S. Hwy 41 about 40 minutes west of Marquette MI. The Park sits on the west shores of Lake Michigamme. "
"We stayed at Van Riper State Park three times during June and July. The park is always clean and well-maintained."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $120 / night
"Located just off the highway but out of earshot of the major noise, this campground is awesome!
The sites are well maintained and we required no additional leveling.""This park is located about 15 minutes from the town of Marquette and is a great alternative if you can’t get a site in the Marquette Tourist Park (which is closer to town and very popular in the summer"
from $35 - $51 / 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."
"Don’t judge a book by its cover. The campgrounds are a bit “quirky”…lots of art and signs etc. BUT the owner and his family were really sweet and cared about the guests."
"Everywhere else was booked so I wasn’t hopeful. The owner answered the phone, even gave me a little background about the place- and was happy to take my booking."
"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"
"On the shores of Independence Lake, just south of Lake Superior, sits this gorgeous, sparkling clean county park with a well-managed campground."
"I have been to the Silver Lake State Park campground several times. I absolutely love it and go back as often as possible."
"The campground is on the water and only a few minutes away from the dunes! The rates are reasonable. The trees provide great shade, but also attract mosquitos."
"Big boulders in road/trail. What to expect:
- Park and walk/hike/canoe/kayak in. No motors on lake.
- First few sites near the boat launch are about 1/4 Mile Walk in and are close to each other."
"This is my absolute favorite place to camp, hike, kayak, fish, and just get away from it all."
from $20 - $108 / night
from $100 / night
"When we arrived there was no one working the check in station however we were able to use the phone provided and get checked in to our site."
"Both at hike-in sites surrounded by woods and neighbors far enough away but friendly when encountered. Lots of RV and other tent and camper options as well, smartly planned campground."
Campground full next weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $26 / night
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!
TravelerTurned us away after calling ahead and telling us to come, said he didn’t need the money and I politely said ok even though I was miffed about being told to come. He started taking photos of our vehicles even though we told him calmly we were leaving and had no visible aggression towards him. Turned into a weird altercation.
GuideThis state park was just beautiful! It is very well maintained, has clean restrooms and polite and friendly staff. It is right beside the highway, but if you’re in a hard sided camper, you do not hear the noise. It has a great area to walk, very dog friendly, & an exceptionally nice playground for kids. You can even order a pizza at Irene’s and pick it up less than a mile away It was one of our favorite stops!
TravelerSite 28 is right on 41 so lots of traffic noise, but view of the water. On one side you have lots of breathing room (not on top of other campers). Showers were private rooms which is always a bonus.
GuideOne thing you can always count on at Baraga State Park is cleanliness and polite staff
LegendIf you are looking for some great views and relatively easy hiking and an adventure then look no further than Grand Island! 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! You will start your experience at the Grand Island Ferry Service where you will purchase you ticket and book your time to cross over to the island. I planned ahead and got there a day early and checked in with the staff to make sure times and tickets were available for my preferred departure. The ferry service offers a building that offers gifts and souvenirs available as well as maps of the island and some hiking needs like mosquito nets and bug spray if needed. I would recommend if you're interested in souvenirs or gifts to purchase after your trip back from the island. Parking was free overnight at the ferry station.
Once you depart for the Island it is maybe a 10 minute ride to the Island. After getting off the boat you are given clear instructions on how to get back to the mainland when you are ready.
While camping you can book reservations for campsites (or cabins) at www.recreation.gov but it is not necessary as you can camp anywhere on the Island as long as you are 100 ft from cliff edges, roads, other campsites, inland lakes and creeks and trails. I would recommend booking a reservation as those sites offer bear poles to hang your food from the many bears on the island. I did not see any bears on my visit but a couple people on the ferry ride back to mainland did see some.
The hike is relatively easy with a few steep climbs. I was told to hike counter clockwise but I wish I would have hiked clockwise instead as it seems there would have been less inclines as well as better on coming views instead of looking back to get views on the west side of the island. I was able to hike halfway around the island in a matter of about 3.5 hours and camp out at just around mile 11 where I had water access from Lake Superior to fill up the next morning to complete the entire trip around the island for my hike back to dock. I had to gather and chop my own wood for fire at night but some campgrounds do offer stocked wood for fires, check the Grand Island website to find which ones.
GuideI stayed in one of the rustic tent sites, which sound really isolated on the site but really are not. That said, they were really nice campsites! I had an unfortunate RV couple watching tv and full on yelling at the game until 12:30am which sucked, but the owners took care of it. The location is fantastic - lots of kayaking nearby and hiking too. This area never disappoints.
GuideDecided to drive north to stay on Keweenaw Bay. The only thing you couldn't tell is that the State Park was right on the road. Literally. No site is quiet. Traffic goes all day and all night. Park was curiously mostly full with families and ither campers set up fir the weekend?. Clearly a popular spot. Very clean bathrooms and showers a lovely Park Ranger.
Cabin rentals near Ishpeming offer visitors to Michigan's Upper Peninsula access to both rustic and modern accommodations, with options ranging from $49 per night for basic structures to larger units with indoor plumbing. The area sits at approximately 1,400 feet above sea level and experiences cool summer nights even during July and August when daytime temperatures typically reach the mid-70s. Winter brings heavy snow accumulation, making year-round cabin access an important consideration for visitors.
Hiking trails: Craig Lake State Park Campground provides multiple secluded trails leading to remote cabin sites. "The North Country Trail skirts the lake and there are additional trails that branch on and off it, including trails that go all the way around," notes one visitor to Craig Lake State Park Campground.
Kayaking options: Launch directly from cabin areas at many campgrounds, with some offering rental equipment. "The lake was about 10 fee away from our site," reports a camper at Michigamme Shores Campground, where water access is convenient for cabin guests.
Mountain biking: Rippling Rivers RV Resort offers immediate trail access from their cabin area. "If you love mountain biking or hiking you stay here. Period. You are right on the trails," explains one regular visitor who considers it "Our favorite place to camp."
Brewery visits: Several campgrounds feature on-site brewing facilities. "It features a nice pool, however, not much privacy, cabins are pretty nice," notes a visitor about Country Village RV Park, which has a brewery within walking distance.
Fresh cabin scents: The wood construction of cabins creates a pleasant atmosphere. "We stayed in a basic cabin - and were astounded at how clean they were and how good they smelled - like fresh cut wood!" explains a visitor to Rippling Rivers RV Resort.
Beach proximity: Michigamme Shores Campground features a sandy swimming area with water recreation equipment. "Beautiful lake, great swimming area, secure, full hook ups," reports one camper, while another notes "They have a water toy park."
Quiet settings: Perkins Park & Campground provides a peaceful environment away from urban areas. "This 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," explains a recent visitor.
Bathroom quality: Many cabins now feature renovated facilities. "The bathrooms and sites were so clean and well maintained. Will definitely come back soon!" says a camper at Country Village RV Park, highlighting one of the most appreciated upgrades.
Reservation timing: Perkins Park & Campground uses a clear online system. "The sites are reasonably sized and well described on the county website, even details about how level each site is," notes one visitor, though they should be booked well in advance for summer stays.
Access challenges: Craig Lake cabins require significant hiking. "Access is from 41 turn on the gravel road outside Michigamme coming from the East. Do not recommend coming or going from the access road on the west... it's a VERY bumpy road," cautions one visitor.
Seasonal variations: Superior Times operates primarily in warmer months. "We will be back in the early fall to see the colors change," mentions one visitor, noting the appeal of autumn visits when cabin rates may decrease.
Water quality: Some campgrounds have mineral content issues. "The campground has very hard water, to the point our shower is stained pretty bad even though we had multiple filters and a water softener," reports one visitor to Gitche Gumee RV Park.
Water activities: Superior Times offers family-friendly water equipment. "Kids fished, rode Sea Doos - rented them for $60/hour, played basketball, and had a great time," reports one family, noting the variety of recreational options.
Beach features: Van Riper State Park Campground maintains extensive shoreline amenities. "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," notes a repeat visitor.
Playground access: Multiple cabin sites include play equipment. "A great place to take the family on vacation. Huge playground. Large bathhouse with private shower rooms," according to a visitor to Van Riper State Park Campground.
Wildlife viewing: Nature observation opportunities abound near cabins. "The wildlife include loons, eagles, bears, moose, deer and others," notes a visitor to Craig Lake State Park Campground, where remote cabins offer excellent wildlife viewing chances.
Site selection: Country Village RV Park offers varied options. "Our 30 amp sites are a bit tight but backed up to the woods, so privacy wasn't an issue," explains one RVer who brought their trailer near the cabin areas.
Shower access: Bathhouse proximity matters when booking cabins. "The B loop is close to hot showers and clean bathrooms. Plenty of room between neighbor campers," notes a visitor to Bewabic State Park Campground regarding convenient access to facilities.
Seasonal occupancy: Many campgrounds have year-round residents. "Packed full, one spot (literally up to the highway — noise fetish?) and it was the roomiest; just looks sad," reports one visitor about Superior Times, noting the density during peak season.
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