Searching for the best camping near Saxon, WI? Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Saxon campgrounds just for you. You're sure to find the perfect spot for your Wisconsin camping adventure.
The Porcupine Mountains Presque Isle Campground offers 50 rustic campsites near the scenic Presque Isle River. There are vault toilets and hand pumps for water. In addition to drive-up sites, there are also 6 walk-in sites.
The campground is split into two loops. The east loop is a generator friendly side, while the west loop is generator free.
There is access trails to the nearby Presque Isle River and or to the Lake Superior shoreline. Firewood is available for purchase at the campground office.
At roughly 60,000 acres, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is Michigan’s largest state park. It is home to 35,000 acre old-growth forest, roaring waterfalls, miles of rivers and streams, more than 90 miles of hiking trails, the Lake Superior shoreline and vistas unrivaled anywhere in the Midwest.
$4 - $20 / night
$20 - $40 / night
Backcountry sites: An unlimited number of permits can be issued but only 63 spots have a metal fire ring. Fires are restricted to metal fire rings. Cost $14- for 1-6 people. Maximum number per site is 6.
**Camping within Apostle Island National Lakeshore is strictly tent camping. There is no car or RV camping within the park. All campsites within the national lakeshore must be reached by boat or sea kayak, except for the Mainland 1, 2, and 3 campsites, which can be accessed by kayak or by hiking in only.** __ Mainland camping for car & RV camping: There are a variety of state parks and private campgrounds with facilities for car and RV camping in the Bayfield area on the mainland and on Madeline Island. Visit the park's Camping in the Apostles web page and scroll to the "Local Area Camping" section. Madeline Island is not part of Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. The Madeline Island Ferry is a car & passenger ferry service to transport visitors to the island.________ Camping within Apostle Islands National Lakeshore: The Apostle Islands offer a unique camping experience. There are many campsites within the park, and each have their own unique characteristics to them. There are 57 individual campsites, 9 group campsites, and 17 primitive camping zones.______ NOTE: Visitors who choose to visit the islands and sleep in their personal self-contained vessel do not need a camping reservation. Public docks are available first-come, first-serve on 12 of the islands. You'll pay the overnight docking fee upon arrival. Be sure to download the Recreation.gov mobile app on your mobile device before you visit so that you can complete payment for overnight docking using scan & pay upon arrival.__ Advance reservations for camping permits are required___for camping in Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Each camping permit may cover up to 14 consecutive nights.__Permit holders can not have concurrent night stays. Permit holders can only have one reservation for the same nights of camping. Permit holders are responsible for any damages. Camping permits are non-transferable. Individual campsites: These campsites are designated for groups of 1-7 people. Most sites are equipped with a fire ring, bear locker, and a picnic table. These sites are recommended for first-time primitive campers. It will give a sense of backcountry camping with the pleasantries of the amenities. They are a good way to work up to the primitive zone camping. These sites are $15 per night. Reservations can be made starting 30 days from the start of a trip.______ Group campsites: These campsites are designated for groups of 8-21 people. Each site is equipped with a fire ring, bear locker, and a picnic table. These sites are great for large families or get-togethers with friends. These sites are $30 per night. These sites can be reserved in March every year during the Group Camping Lottery and remaining sites will open after the lottery is completed.______ Primitive zone camping: These campsites are designated for groups of 1-5 people. These sites are for the truly hardcore backpackers. Primitive zone camping is not a specific site but provides the option of choosing a backcountry area to camp. This type of camping experience has NO amenities. There are specific guidelines on where to camp for this type of experience. Consult the Primitive Zone camping maps for potential landing sites and available areas.____ The following areas are closed to primitive zone camping:__ Areas excluded from primitive camping zones and closed to camping to protect sensitive natural and cultural resources.__ Area posted as closed to protect bird nesting areas and threatened or endangered species.__ Areas in view of any designated trail.__ Areas within 1/4 mile of any building, historic structure, individual or group campsite, or another camping party.__ Areas within 100 feet of a flowing stream.__ Private land or lease holdings.__ For more information or questions about your itinerary, call park staff at (715) 779-3398 extension 2, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., daily from Memorial Day through September or Monday to Friday from October through Memorial Day.____
For facility specific information, please call (715) 779-3398.
Cancellations made prior to the reservation start date will be given a 50% refund of the use fees. Changes to the reservation will be charged a $15.00 change fee.There is a $10 reservation fee for each permit made. The $10 reservation fee is non-refundable.
$30 / night
Stay with us while you explore the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, the Meyers Beach Sea Caves, Chequamegon National Forest, or any of the other beautiful attractions our area has to offer! Your Apostle Islands Vacation is awaiting you!
We offer our guests 63 wooded and spacious sites with fire-pits and picnic tables. We have a dump station free to use for guests and hookups for electric, water, and sewer.
We have a camp store on location that is stocked with essentials.
Looking for camping on Madeline Island?
Avoid the expense and hassle of taking your RV or equipment on the ferry. Stay with us and take a day trip to Madeline Island. We're only minutes from the Madeline Island Ferry!
$25 - $35 / night
Welcome to Union River Big Bear Campground! Nestled right next to the Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park, this spot is a gem in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. If you're looking for a place with a great view of Lake Superior, you've hit the jackpot. The sunsets here are nothing short of spectacular, and there's a free beach just across the street—just be sure to use the stairs instead of scrambling down the rocks.
The campground boasts 50 sites equipped with water and electricity, though there's no sewer hookup. Don't worry, there's a dump station on-site. Some sites are more spacious than others; for instance, sites 16 and 20 are roomy and shady. If you want a prime spot, aim for sites 27, 28, or 29, which overlook the Union River. Perimeter sites offer a nice wooded view in the back.
Amenities here are top-notch. The bathrooms are clean, with hot showers and even some nice decor and music. There's a community fire pit on the front lawn, complete with swings and chairs, perfect for gathering and enjoying the view of Lake Superior. The small gift shop on the property has some nice items, and you can also buy firewood and ice there.
The campground is pet-friendly, and the staff is known for being friendly and helpful. It's a short drive to town and just 10 miles to the iconic Lake of the Clouds. Whether you're in a tent, RV, or looking for a glamping experience, Union River Big Bear Campground has got you covered. Book early, though—these sites fill up fast!
$28 - $40 / night
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