Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Sites — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2016

Unreal beauty.

We backpacked into the Coves site, which was about 2 miles from trail head to the camp site. There are 6 backcountry sites at Coves, each with bear box and pole which helped. Bring everything - it's truly backcountry which is exactly what we were wanting. Small hike down a dune takes you to Lake Superior which was a pristine, empty beach and perfect water source (bring filter).

Hike everywhere - the beauty is breathtaking!! We did about 8 miles along the cliffs, and every turn was something new and amazing. The cliffs are very high, and straight drops off the edge, so be careful if you're taking little kids. (Or teenagers who are invincible).

  • Review photo of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Sites — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore by Amy M., August 27, 2016
  • Review photo of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Sites — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore by Amy M., August 27, 2016
  • Review photo of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Sites — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore by Amy M., August 27, 2016
  • Pristine private beach! Right next to coves. This was a short walk from campsite and was our water source in the backcountry.
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