2 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Apostle Islands Area Campground boasts premium glamping accommodations within easy access of Lake Superior's stunning shoreline and archipelago. The glamping options here include comfortable canvas structures with proper beds, electricity, and climate control systems that keep guests comfortable regardless of outside temperatures. Nearby, Hayward KOA expands the region's upscale outdoor lodging with yurts and luxury glamping tents featuring private decks overlooking natural surroundings. These sites provide a perfect balance between rustic atmosphere and modern comfort with plush bedding, ambient lighting, and private outdoor spaces for evening relaxation. A visitor noted, "Very clean, good for all sorts of needs. Very friendly and caring hosts. Close to town. Very reasonable. Quiet. We'll be back."
The glamping experience near Apostle Islands connects visitors directly with the remarkable natural beauty of Lake Superior while maintaining luxurious accommodations. Guests enjoy kayaking expeditions to explore the famous sea caves, island tours, and guided lighthouse visits, all while returning to comfortable, well-appointed lodging each evening. The proximity to Bayfield provides easy access to local restaurants, breweries, and cultural attractions, with some glamping sites offering shuttle service during special events and the summer Chautauqua season. During winter months, select glamping accommodations remain available for those seeking to experience the dramatic ice formations along the lakeshore. According to a camper, "This is the best base camp for exploring the Apostle islands. There is bike rental at Howl bike shop which is walking distance. Howl also has a brewery with outside seating."
"It is close to the ferry dock, restaurants, parks and beaches. All sites are electric and water and some are full hook up. There are cabins and tent sites as well. "
"There is bike rental at Howl bike shop which is walking distance. Howl also has a brewery with outside seating. The camp ground itself is quiet and clean."
Available this weekend
from $15 - $30 / night
"We stayed in site 36 and found it to be spacious and close enough to the playground and bathrooms for our kids to run down on their own. The staff was kind and helpful."
"Staff really friendly and helpful. Nice trees around sites. Sites were close but we still found it pretty quiet. Good location to go in to town. Would definitely return."
from $25 - $35 / night
"The bar & grill have a decent menu and the thin crust pizza was yummy."
"Very nice park with several new lots that are all grass with water and electric. Several lots are full hookup."
"There are many miles of trails that can be ridden on horseback. It is a very clean campground especially if you want a quiet place. Also spacious campsites."
"Laundry and market in Ironwood are decent."
"There is a trash dumpster here, and even a recycling bin, a nice surprise. There is potable water at the campground (per note at spigot water is safe to drink but will leave rust residue)."
"If you are looking for real out door experience with no common amenities except running water this is the place for you. Enjoy amazing waterfalls, rugged camping and gorgeous lake Superior sunsets..."
"Great location, and has the basics for the camping. I was in site 44, and most of the sites in the "middle" were more of an open field with a couple of trees. "
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 / night
"If it was simply about the location, this would get five plus stars because it's so beautiful!"
"Cost for non-residents is $21 for the campsite and another $11 daily state park entrance fee. So, $32 for the same type of campground as a USFS at about $15."
Available this weekend
from $19 / night
"It is less than a mile to Lake Michigan. We would stay there again if we were in the area."
from $15 - $20 / night
"Right off the highway so you will get some road noise even at night. But if you're lucky to have a site farther from the road you really can't hear much!"
"We enjoyed having all the amenities on-site. The staff were friendly and professional, the concession restaurant was good and affordable."
"this campground was nice, clean, decent size sites with pressurized water throughout the park, a few sites with nice Lake Superior view, is up on a ridge so can’t actually access water from the campground"
"This campground is one of the best in/near the Ottawa National Forest. Sites are large and there are lots of trees creating privacy. We loved the hiking trails surrounding the area!"
TravelerBeautiful, quiet campground with a true wilderness feel. The three nearby waterfalls are a must-see, and make sure to spend some time exploring the riverbed around them—it was one of the highlights of our stay. Great location for hiking, scenery, and enjoying the natural side of the Porcupine Mountains.
LegendQuiet spot but no drinking water. Had to go back to Bessemer but found a spring to get water. A local showed me after asking at ace hardware. Great hiking to some waterfalls but some were closed.
TravelerWe had two nights here in two different spots. Price is a little high but it does include utilities which is nice. Most spots are 2 night minimum unless you’re filling a gap between reservations which is what we did and it was great. Staff really friendly and helpful. Nice trees around sites. Sites were close but we still found it pretty quiet. Good location to go in to town. Would definitely return.
TravelerThis campground was very clean and beautiful. It's a great place to stay with a family. We stayed in site 36 and found it to be spacious and close enough to the playground and bathrooms for our kids to run down on their own. The staff was kind and helpful.
GuideArrived on Sunday with out reservations. Plenty of sites to choose from the first come first served. Plus you can use an unoccupied site until its reservation date. All sites have fire ring & a picnic table. Lake side sites offer lake views when sitting up due to the foliage. Vault toilets are clean & well maintained. The 4 mile trail around the lake needs work. Generators are allowed from 6am to 10 pm. There are 3- walk in sites. 24 sites for trailers, two group sites.
GuideThe sites are fairly close but most offer privacy. Laundry and market in Ironwood are decent.
GuideThe campground owner/hosts were very friendly and helpful during our five night stay. Two Harbors is a good provisioning and jumping off point for exploring the North Shore area south of Grand Marais. Some shade but mostly sunny pull through camp sites worked well in the cool Minnesota evenings. You can save $5 a night if you only need 30-Amp electric and water.
GuideThis is a nice enough campground but I am honestly disappointed. The website describes lots of amenities, which is why I booked this campground, however, everything is extra cost in addition to nightly rate— including mini-golf. The entire campground is in the side of a mountain and there are no flat roads, which makes biking and walking a workout rather than leisure. We will check out Buffalo Bay next time.
GuideGreat campground with swimming hole & great access to Bayside for island ferry’s! Complaints: Park is located on the side of a hill—Spots are small but level, roads are all at a slope. Not a great campground for kiddos to ride their bikes, and not super fun to walk uphill in every direction. The campground also charges you $5-7 per person to play mini-golf… which is odd, since it is advertised as a campground amenity on the website.
The Apostle Islands Area Campground and Apostle Islands Area RV Park and Camping both feature upscale glamping accommodations near Bayfield, just north of Ashland. These establishments offer distinctive glamping options including furnished cabins with modern amenities, climate control, and electrical hookups. Both glamping resorts provide access to Lake Superior views and the natural beauty of Wisconsin's northernmost shoreline. The spacious glamping sites include fire rings, picnic tables, and proximity to recreational activities. Beyond standard amenities, these glamping accommodations offer comfort rarely found in traditional camping settings, with proper beds, private outdoor spaces, and convenient access to clean facilities. According to a camper, "This is a great area to go to, so much to see and do," highlighting the appeal of these glamping options for visitors seeking both comfort and adventure.
Visitors staying at these glamping resorts can easily explore the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore with its famous sea caves and historic lighthouses. The campgrounds serve as ideal base camps for kayaking expeditions to nearby islands, hiking scenic trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Both properties maintain swimming areas, mini-golf, and children's playgrounds on site. The Apostle Islands glamping experience often includes bear sightings, as one visitor noted, "We had a wonderful weekend there and saw a few black bears. And one even meandered through our camp site." The glamping season typically runs from May through October, with peak tourism during summer months when the Bayfield area hosts numerous cultural events. Most glamping accommodations require advance reservations, particularly during Chautauqua season when the area attracts large numbers of visitors.
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