4 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park houses premier glamping accommodations with both yurts and unique backcountry options for travelers seeking upscale outdoor experiences. The glamping sites combine rustic settings with comfortable amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to toilets. These accommodations place visitors within steps of scenic waterfalls and pristine Lake Superior shoreline, making them ideal for travelers seeking nature without sacrificing comfort. Several sites feature stone seating areas, strategically designed wind breaks, and carefully positioned tent platforms that maximize views while maintaining privacy from trails. One reviewer highlighted, "Someone has done some kick butt work at this site. We had stone chairs to sit at around the fire pit, great wind break surrounding the fire pit, and stone chairs to sit out on the rocky shore to watch the sunset."
Travelers accessing the Porcupine Mountains glamping sites enjoy direct trail connections to multiple waterfalls, including Trap Falls and Shining Cloud Falls. The luxury camping locations provide unobstructed views of Lake Superior sunsets from elevated bluff positions. Most sites include bear poles for secure food storage, while some incorporate natural rock formations into the glamping experience. Several glamping areas connect to the Little Carp Trail system, allowing guests to explore Greenstone Falls and other natural attractions without returning to their vehicles. A recent visitor mentioned, "The view was nice, much more open and sits really close to the trail." Seasonal considerations affect availability, with most glamping accommodations open from May through September, though select yurts remain available year-round for winter adventurers seeking heated shelter during snowshoeing or cross-country skiing excursions.
"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
"Willow River State Park in Wisconsin is an amazing camp site and since it's in a state park the rates are quite reasonable as well. There are tons of hiking trails that start right In the campground."
"Utv trails to Wisconsin can be accessed right here. There are waterfalls nearby that are off the beaten path. Can't beat it if your looking to explore and have an adventure."
from $20 - $40 / night
"Very nice park with several new lots that are all grass with water and electric. Several lots are full hookup."
"The bar & grill have a decent menu and the thin crust pizza was yummy."
"This is a perfect small sized campground with trail access to UTV /Atv trails. If you are coming here to ride I would recommend going west on the trail. North a lot of the trails were closed."
"There are trails starting right by camp. They even have an atv washing station - first I’ve seen. With no Verizon cell service, this is a nice night’s stopover for us."
"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!"
"Had a great site right on the lake, fire pit was 10 feet from the water, most sites are large with trees but not many are very level."
"We loved staying at Lake Gogebic! There’s a beach a short walk through the campground and the site hosts are super friendly."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $120 / night
"There’s electric at all the modern campsites, as well as the typical picnic table, fire pit combo."
"This was a walk in site about a mile from parking spot just down from park headquarters. The hurt had two bunk beds, and woodburning stove, table and seating."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $41 / night
"After driving up from Chicago, checking in, and then driving to Little Carp River Road, finally ready to hike at 4pm."
"Campsite LS-14 had a lovely location on the lake, but was very muddy/previously submerged with water. It immediately abuts site LS-13."
Available this weekend
from $20 - $140 / night
"About 5 miles in on a dirt road, but the sites are pretty nice and secluded."
"Enjoy the road as it winds you between many lakes on the way to Henry Lake. 5 miles of well kept gravel road. It gets bumpier on the last leg to the campground."
"Campground is a hidden gem - these sites are huge and if you can get one of the sites right on the lake, do it!"
"Me and the kids took a road trip from North Carolina to Wisconsin over the summer during Covid to get away."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $26 / night
ScoutSite 28. Literally right on shore. Sleeping to the waves and waking up to endless water. T-Mobile says no coverage in Dyrt app, but I had two bars most of the time.
RangerSites are very close together but the area is beautiful. Maybe it was unusual but it was very windy for 3 days in a row
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.
TravelerWe camped with our camper and boat. It was very nice to keep our boat at the dock. There is a small swimming area with a pier. The campground doesn’t have many amenities but the staff was very helpful. We loved hiking in the campground and adjacent and nearby state forest hiking trails. Beautiful lake. The north side of the lake is Untouched state forest. The campground is close to many sightseeing spots such as museums and shops.
TravelerWe had a site along the lake, close to the bath house and across from the camp host. Barb house and showers very clean. Bought fire wood at a great a lot right down the road.
GuideWell separated sites offer excellent privacy in an old growth forest. CG was very quiet
ScoutNice campground
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.
The Hurley area features national forest lands and numerous waterways across Wisconsin's northern border with Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Winter temperatures drop to single digits with heavy snowfall, making seasonal considerations crucial for campers. Rustic yurt options near Hurley provide shelter during harsh weather while maintaining proximity to wilderness trails.
Waterfall exploration: 5 miles from Black River campground. Ottawa National Forest Black River Harbor Campground offers access to multiple waterfalls within hiking distance. "Five named waterfalls that are simply amazing, each awe inspiring along with several hidden un-named falls that anywhere else would be named and a major attraction. Together in such a short span of river makes the place the best place to see waterfalls in the US," notes reviewer Thomas F.
Winter adventures: Open year-round at select sites. Porcupine Mountains Backcountry Camping maintains select yurts during winter months for cross-country skiers and snowshoers. "The park has a ski lift we rode to check out the views from the top of the mountain, as well as an 18 hole disc course," shares Stacia R. Winter access requires preparation as "the road is not plowed completely in winter," according to Jen W.
Fishing access: Direct lake entry from campsites. Lake Gogebic State Park Campground provides shoreline camping with easy fishing access. "We had a site in the shade, directly on the lake. There were quite a few muddy spots at our & surrounding sites due to a lot of recent rain," reports Stacia R. The park serves as a fishing base with "a nice boat launch if you need it and a nice beach area," adds Andrea B.
Privacy between sites: Vegetated buffers. Sandy Beach Lake Campground offers secluded camping spots. "We loved the amount of greenery between sites that kept us feeling secluded. The tall trees provided shade," writes Art S. Another camper notes, "Sites are fairly private because of the lower vegetation so you don't feel as though you are right on top of your neighbors."
Rustic amenities: Basic but functional facilities. Yurt camping near Hurley, Wisconsin often includes rustic facilities with just the essentials. "There are bathrooms here but no showers. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables. There are dumpsters in the campground. They also had firewood for sale for $5 (cash or check)," explains Caroline C. about Sandy Beach Lake Campground.
Direct water access: Lakefront sites available. Campgrounds near Hurley often feature direct water access from sites. "Families staying here had kids swimming right off the campsite in the very nice lake," reports Caroline C. Another camper states, "If you can get one of the sites right on the lake, do it! The camp site was huge and private, also our site was on the lake with access to it."
Seasonal considerations: Access limitations. Winter yurt camping near Hurley requires planning. "Have not camped here yet but the whole area is amazingly beautiful. Yurts and Cabins available. Definitely Seasonal. The road is not plowed completely in winter," explains Jen W. about Porcupine Mountains.
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