Best RV Parks & Resorts near Mohawk, MI

Several RV parks operate near Mohawk in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. City of Houghton RV Park provides 25 waterfront sites with full hookups including 50/30/20-amp electric, water, sewer, and cable. The park remains open from May 15 to October 1 and requires self-contained RVs as no bathrooms are available on-site. Sunset Bay RV Resort accommodates larger vehicles with big-rig friendly sites and offers 50-amp service. Lake Linden Village Campground features pull-through sites with electric and water hookups, though some visitors note the proximity to waste treatment facilities. "Sites are close but the view and proximity to outdoor walking make this a campground we will return to visit."

Across the Keweenaw Peninsula, most RV parks maintain gravel or paved pads with varying degrees of levelness. Many campgrounds near water bodies have limited cell service, with AT&T generally performing better than Verizon in the region. Dump stations are available at most parks, though their placement can sometimes require tight maneuvering. During peak summer months, advance reservations are strongly recommended as lakeside sites fill quickly. Between late October and early May, options become significantly limited with only a few year-round facilities remaining operational. According to one visitor, "We stayed for about a week and a half and used Starlink as our everyday internet source as AT&T cell signal was only decent."

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Best RV Sites Near Mohawk, Michigan (23)

    1. City of Houghton RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Houghton, MI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 482-8745

    "Despite the sites being pretty close, you have great water views, within walking distance to downtown and a short car ride away from lots of things to do and places to visit. "

    "The sites are close but the view and proximity to outdoor walking make this a campground we will return to visit."

    2. Sunset Bay RV Resort and Campground

    10 Reviews
    Mohawk, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 337-2494

    $25 - $50 / night

    "We really liked this campground mostly for its location and beautiful beach on Lake Superior."

    "However, when we drove past the roadside sign, my husband said he wanted to check it out. And we're so glad we did!"

    3. Ahmeek Copper Mine Camp

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    Mohawk, MI
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 767-8121

    $19 - $85 / night

    4. Ojibwa RV Park

    1 Review
    Baraga, MI
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 353-6333

    "Campground close to casino and lake Baraga. This is the best campground in the area."

    5. Fort Wilkins Historic State Park — Fort Wilkins State Historic Park

    55 Reviews
    Copper Harbor, MI
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 289-4215

    $30 / night

    "The west loop seems to have more trees and a little more privacy and wifi. If you can score site #10 it’s the best. Some sites have 50 amp while others are 30/20 amp with fire pits and picnic tables. "

    "Dump station and water fill is available at the west campground entrance. You also need to pay a $11 daily state park fee, unless you have the $39 annual pass."

    6. Keweenaw Waters Resort

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    Hancock, MI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 231-9193

    $55 - $90 / night

    7. Fanny Hooe Resort & Campground

    4 Reviews
    Copper Harbor, MI
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 289-4451

    8. L'Anse Township Park & Campground

    7 Reviews
    L'Anse, MI
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 524-7377

    "Great site overlooking Lake Superior. Need to walk over highway to get to water. Very orderly and great Park Manager. Family & pet friendly with awesome playground."

    "Restroom and showers not close however. The dump station was so easy since small campground. Very good price."

    9. Twin Lakes State Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Toivola, MI
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (906) 288-3321

    "We broke done 1/4 from park , they let us park our fifth wheel for free till our truck was fixed. Also the local parks market owner was top notch as far as helping us."

    "Beautiful lake, great swimming, too many four wheelers. Local black bears. Close to Lake of the Clouds and the Porcupine mountains."

    10. Constellation Farmstead

    1 Review
    Baraga, MI
    33 miles
    +1 (952) 240-2542

    $25 - $40 / night

    "These hosts have put so much care and thought into their property. camping space is available for tents or rvs, and there are hiking trails throughout the property."

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RV Park Reviews near Mohawk, MI

125 Reviews of 23 Mohawk Campgrounds


  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2022

    McLain State Park Campground

    Good Base to Explore the Area

    When we got close to the park entrance on MI 123 our GPS wanted us to go another.5 mile to the campground(CG) but a trailer was turning into a state park road so we followed. Good choice as this was the correct road that led to the gate where you register and checked in. The road the GPS was taking us to is currently only used as an exit from the CG. After a not-so-informative check-in, we headed into the park to find water. From the online map, we believed there was a water spigot near our site so we drove to the site only to find it was not a water hose assessable spigot. Then we headed to the dump station where we did find two potable water spigots on each side of the dump station. There was a permanently fixed hose coming out of the spigots, but the first one’s threads were worn out and wouldn’t stay screwed in. We had to wait for another rig to get fresh water and dump before we could move forward to the second one that did screw in so we could fill our fresh water tank. After that, we headed to site 110 that’s an easy back-in but only electric(50 AMP/30/20). The 100s loop is newer and it's big rig friendly with sites nicely spaced apart. Site 110 is probably the most spacious and private site in the CG as it sits in a little berm. Site 112 is nicely spaced, but you will get highway noise. Concerning RV sites in the main CG area, there is a separate tent-only area on the lake, and RV sites closest to the lake tend to be smaller in site length but we saw a couple of 36 to 40-foot 5th wheels with the tow vehicle parked wherever. In the 20 to 40 numbered sites that are not on the lake, we noticed larger class As and a couple of toy haulers. In the mid-30s sites across from the lakeside, large rigs were parked willy-nilly to make their rig fit. All the original sites are pretty much crammed in together but if you want to be where all the action is i.e. partiers and kids, this would be your area. When you get past site 40 there are 90-degree back-in sites of various lengths with most having a lot of trees and vegetation between sites giving more privacy. The 35ish-foot 5th wheels we saw in there, didn’t seem to care about tree branches scraping the roof. One note about the 41- 60s area is that the power boxes are behind every two sites and shared. Depending on how you are positioned on the pad, and where the power cord connects to the rig, you may need about 60’ of power cord to reach the power box. We also noticed on our walks around the CG that due to the poor to nonexistent cell signal here(1 bar on Verizon), people especially teenagers were sitting around talking to each other versus staring at phones. There were plenty of nearby trails to explore with the dogs, including a dog beach. McLain makes a great staging point to explore the area and take in Eagle River and Copper Bay attractions.

  • Fred S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 23, 2021

    Trails End Campground

    Enjoyed camping here

    Lots of wooded campsites for tents, camper vans & small rigs. Several sites are in clusters. Didn't see any pull through. No electric & water hookups. 3 his/hers vault toilets; clean. Potable water near campground entrance. Campground, cabins & trails are still under construction. Although close to Lake Superior, no direct access from campground to the lake. Can hear waves crashing. Highly recommend hiking the trails at nearby Hunter's Point Park. Firewood can be purchased from the general store in Copper Harbor. No T-Mobile nor AT&T cell service. Would stay here again

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2023

    Twin Lakes State Park Campground

    Good Stop Over

    Twin Lakes MI SP: (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer) Overall Rating: 2-3 (A very clean campground, but old facilities, currently. A huge facelift in 2024 is being touted. New paving, new bath/shower rooms,and pavilion are coming. Shutdown during some of 2024 is anticipated. ) Price 2023: Usage during visit: 30% mid week Site Privacy: Poor Site Spacing: Poor Site surface: Blacktop Reservations: Yes Campground Noise: Seems quiet Road Noise: Right along Hwy 26. Some sites back up to the Hwy. Through Traffic in campground: No Electric Hookup: Yes Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: Yes Generators: Not needed Bathroom: Flush and pit Showers: Yes Pull Throughs: Some. Most are back in. Cell Service (AT&T): Very good Setting: Some tree cover in between the highway and Lake Roland Weather: High is I low 80s Host: Real nice young and helpful men manning entry booth Rig size: Large rigs Sites: Lakeside sites are the premium here and the only sites that would seduce me to visit. Good stop over place while

  • Nancy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 4, 2017

    City of Houghton RV Park

    Nice park, great location

    Loved this park. Despite the sites being pretty close, you have great water views, within walking distance to downtown and a short car ride away from lots of things to do and places to visit. 

    All the sites are designed to be back-in but we asked if we could pull in forward so the view of the river was out our front window and our door opened right onto the patio. Luckily they didn’t have a problem with that so we had a great view. The patio is a wooden deck that hangs over the river bank and was suck a perfect to sit after a long day of exploring and enjoy a glass of wine. There is a picnic table, bench, BBQ grill, and fire pit and the patio providing nice shade during the day. The park is divided into two tiers and we were lucky enough to be in the lower one that was directly on the water. The upper tier has a view of the water too and the same patios but you are overlooking other RVs.  All sites are paved (as are the roads) with 20/30/50 amp electric, cable with 16 channels, and Wi-Fi. A nice feature about this park is that they do allow washing vehicles and your RV for a nominal fee.

    The park is small with just 25 sites so book early if you are coming during the summer and they do have seasonal stays with good rates. We called with just a couple weeks notice but scored a site because someone cancelled. Added bonus is that this park is next door to a large waterfront park which is great for kids with lots of things for them to play on (just know dogs are not allowed). There are also picnic areas, sandy beach, and a boat launch. Continuing past the park is a four-mile paved, non-motorized pathway leading to downtown. 

    There are no bathrooms or showers in the park so you must have a self-contained RV meaning pop-up campers and tents are not allowed. There are flush toilets in the waterfront park just outside the campground but were used heavily and not always clean if the park was very busy.

    Loved that fact that you could walk to town. We strolled into the Keewenaw Brewery for a beer a couple of afternoons, checked out a museum that pays homage to the birthplace of American hockey (which started in Houghton), did a little window shopping, and ate the best pasties at Roy’s Pasties and Bakery. It is well worth the time to venture up the Keewenaw Peninsula to explore the other towns like Copper Harbor and Calumet. Calumet is an old copper mining town and there are lots of museums and interesting sites to see there including a very nice National Park Service visitor center. We toured the Quincy Mine and really enjoyed that. 

    Pros:

    ·        Great water view

    ·        Nice patio with picnic table and bench

    ·        Within walking distance of town

    ·        Nice walking path

    ·        Lots to do and see in the area

    ·        Paved sites and roads

    ·        Full hook-up with cable and good WiFi

    Cons:

    ·        Must have a self-contained RV

    ·        Sites are close to each other with very little privacy

    ·        Most sites have no shade

    ·        May be hard to get a site if you don’t book early

  • Roger W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2023

    McLain State Park Campground

    Lake View is Minmal Privacy

    McLain SP - MI:
    (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good (70 yr olds in 17’ trailer) Overall Rating: 4.0 Price 2023: $35 Usage during visit: Near full, mid-week. Site Privacy: Most sites have little privacy. Lake view sites: do not count on any privacy to the sides. but what you can create with your trailer.
    Site surface: Grass and Gravel sites. Reservations: Yes.
    Campground Noise: Pretty quiet during our stay. Through Traffic in campground: None Electric Hookup: Yes. Bring an extension cord . Required for some sites.
    Sewer Hookup: No Dump Station: Yes Potable Water Available: There is a dump station on the way in to the camping area. Potable water is there and there are a few scattered spigots. See the map in my photos.
    Generators: All sites have electricity. Bathroom: Pit and flush toilets. Showers: Yes Pull Throughs: See ‘Sites’, below. Cell Service (AT&T): Good Setting: 1 - 41 in open grass area with few trees. 42 + in nice wooded area Weather: Highs in low 80s during our stay.
    Bugs: Not bad. Probably the breeze from the lake is holding them at bay.
    Solar: All are electric sites Host: Never seen. Rig size: The largest I’ve seen is about 35’.

  • Nikki P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2022

    Lake Linden Village Campground

    Nice city campground

    We stayed for about a week and a half and used Starlink as our everyday internet source (60+ mbps download, no interruptions). AT&T cell signal was decent. We enjoyed taking the canoe and kayak out on the lake, cooked a nice steak meal in the pavilion, accessible sites w/electric and water hookups, showers were nice and hot. There is a dump station at the front of the park. Only downside is that the campground is located right next to some sort of waste treatment field. We saw a few bald eagles and a snowy owl during our stay, very cool

  • J
    Sep. 18, 2021

    Baraga State Park Campground

    Centralized spot

    We are on site 22. Very spacious have room for our 20ft TT and could have put up a large screen tent but there is a big dip in the site which caused a huge puddle where we would have placed it. Nice view of the lake can see at least part of it from almost anywhere in the camp. Picnic table and fire ring on every site. There are several full hook up sites (water sewer electric). There are a few pull through sites. Some of the sites (the ones a crossed from us) have a huge dip right at the edge of the site to get in out of the site that can cause some issues with low sitting vehicles. Hosts were very friendly and informative, offered some scheduled programs through out the week and free coffee and doughnuts Saturday morning at the host site. DNR staff almost always available. Serves as a great base point to see probably hundreds of water falls. Some are located just down the street from the campground. Mordern shower clean and had hot water and restroom, clean but toilets are a little tricky to flush...doesn't seem to have enough flushing power. Verizon phone works great... hotspot from Verizon phone works great as well. there is also some WiFi available from somewhere that works but doesn't work(cuts in and out) not sure if it is the parks or a nearby place. The roads in the campground are narrrow but manageable. The park is located on a main highway (41) so you get the noise from the traffic on the road...sometimes this noise can make it hard to have a quiet conversation with those in your camping party....it quiets down some at night but still a lot of noise. Also train tracks runs along the back of the campground which can be quite noisy. We've been here almost a week and have heard only one train(we aren't here a lot during the day we are out exploring). Nice day park across the road from the campground. Located about 30 min. From Houghton (and a Walmart) and about an hour drive to the porcupine mountains.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 19, 2018

    City of Houghton RV Park

    Great Waterside City Park

    A bit tricky to maneuver but once you are set up this is a great city waterfront park! The sites are close but the view and proximity to outdoor walking make this a campground we will return to visit.

    The campground host is helpful and if you get a chance, purchase a book he wrote to enjoy a coming of age in the Upper Pennisula story!

    Love Houghton and exploring the history and geology of the area.

    We camped for a week in our 42 ft motor home with jeep. We walked the water view trail daily with our four legged camper. There is a city beach/park adjacent to the campground and although there are no restrooms or showers at the campground, there are restrooms at the adjacent beach area.

    We were able to access the campground WiFi and our satellite had a good signal. ATT coverage was good.

  • F
    Aug. 11, 2021

    Baraga State Park Campground

    State Park

    Newer bath house in center of park. Right off highway, so there is some highway noise. Well kept up park. Nice sites.

    We were in 50 amp site. Water and dump station available. Verizon cell service adequate. i


Guide to Mohawk

Keweenaw Peninsula campgrounds typically remain open from May through October, with most facilities closing for the harsh Upper Peninsula winter. Average summer temperatures range 65-75°F with frequent Lake Superior breezes affecting camping conditions. Visitors camping near Mohawk often experience signal variability across the peninsula, with higher elevations offering more reliable connectivity.

What to do

Hiking waterfall trails: Multiple campgrounds provide access to local waterfalls within short driving distance. At Sunset Bay RV Resort and Campground, campers mention "lots of small waterfalls" nearby. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring these natural features across the Keweenaw Peninsula.

Fort Wilkins exploration: The historic fort at Fort Wilkins Historic State Park offers educational opportunities for visitors. "You are next to the Fort! Great place for history and fun," notes one camper. The reconstructed 1844 military outpost features period furnishings and interpretive displays about frontier life.

Lake recreation access: Multiple lakes provide swimming and fishing opportunities throughout summer months. Twin Lakes State Park Campground offers "beautiful lake, great swimming" according to visitors, with boat launches available for those bringing watercraft. Water temperatures typically reach the mid-60s by July, making activities most comfortable in late summer.

What campers like

Waterfront camping options: Several campgrounds offer direct water access with distinctive views. At L'Anse Township Park & Campground, campers appreciate the "beautiful & clean" grounds with "great site overlooking Lake Superior." Another visitor notes the "spectacular sunsets" visible from lakefront sites.

Mountain biking proximity: Copper Harbor area campgrounds provide convenient access to renowned trail systems. One visitor to Fanny Hooe Resort & Campground mentions being "right next to the mountain bike trailhead" and able to "walk to town," making it convenient for cyclists despite some facility limitations.

Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and shower facilities. City of Houghton RV Park receives praise for being "beautiful and clean" with sites featuring "a little hut" for comfort. The adjacent playground also receives positive mentions from families with children.

What you should know

Limited cell coverage: Connectivity varies significantly throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula. Beyond the existing description's mention of AT&T performing better than Verizon, campers at Twin Lakes State Park Campground report "very good" AT&T service, though this fluctuates with terrain and weather conditions.

Site spacing concerns: Many campgrounds feature relatively close sites with minimal privacy. At Fort Wilkins, campers note sites are "close to others but felt private with lots of trees surrounding us on 3 sides," showing varied experiences with the same spacing limitations.

Seasonal improvements: Several campgrounds undergo regular updates. Twin Lakes State Park Campground has "a huge facelift in 2024" planned, including "new paving, new bath/shower rooms, and pavilion," with temporary closures expected during construction.

Local wildlife awareness: Black bears are present in the region, particularly around Twin Lakes area. Proper food storage and waste disposal practices are essential at all campgrounds, with bear-proof containers recommended for tent campers.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Several rv sites near Mohawk, Michigan feature dedicated children's play areas. City of Houghton RV Park has "a large waterfront park which is great for kids with lots of things for them to play on," though visitors should note that "dogs are not allowed" in this adjacent recreation area.

Educational opportunities: Constellation Farmstead offers a unique camping experience where families can "wake up to the sounds of the farm." This working farm provides children the chance to observe agricultural practices and animals during their stay.

Swimming locations: Multiple campgrounds offer swimming options with varying safety features. L'Anse Township Park provides lake access, though parents should be aware there are no lifeguards on duty and water temperatures remain cool even in summer months.

Weather preparedness: Temperature fluctuations can be significant throughout the camping season. Even summer campers should pack warm clothing as evening temperatures can drop into the 40s-50s°F, especially near Lake Superior shorelines.

Tips from RVers

Site selection strategy: When booking rv sites near Mohawk, Michigan, consider specific site characteristics. At Sunset Bay RV Resort, "the lake shore sites have beautiful, full views of the lake but just know that many sites will be a tight fit for larger rigs." Another visitor notes they "stayed in the newer loop a little ways away from the beach. It didn't bother us as it was easier to park."

Route planning considerations: Access roads to some campgrounds present challenges. Sunset Bay requires traveling "a long dirt road to get back here," which can be difficult for larger rigs, especially after rain. Some campers report "dusty" conditions on unpaved access roads.

Electrical service variations: Electrical hookups differ significantly between campgrounds. While some facilities offer 50-amp service, many older campgrounds are limited to 30-amp. Some parks require adapters for connecting to older pedestals, so bringing a complete set is recommended.

Leveling requirements: Many campground reports mention uneven sites requiring blocking. One visitor noted, "The spots are not level and where we were was next to a bridge that RVs couldn't cross." Bringing adequate leveling blocks is essential for RV campers throughout the region.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Mohawk, MI is City of Houghton RV Park with a 4.3-star rating from 3 reviews.

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