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The best camping near Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Porcupine Mountains adventure.

The best camping near Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Porcupine Mountains adventure.

Camping near Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Porcupine Mountains adventure.

Michigan’s largest state park is an honest Porkies wilderness.  

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Beach Camp

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acre ¡ Ontonagon, MI
This little slice of heaven is owned by Doug and April Berg. Located on a beautiful sandy beach on Lake Superior. West of Ontonagon, MI, located on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. This premium Lake Superior waterfront property has 200 feet of sandy shoreline, a flat grassy lot and marsh framed by large pine, cedar and birch trees for privacy from neighbor cabins and breathtaking beach sunsets! Beach comb, build a driftwood fire, or hang your hammock and watch the waves on this majestic lake. Miles of shoreline to walk or snowshoe in the winter. Great base camp for all the adventure the UP has to offer! Close to the Porcupine Mountains, ski resorts, and cross country, snowshoe, mountain bike and snowmobile trails.
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Presque Isle Campground

7 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres ¡ Presque Isle, WI
Our quiet, secluded campground is located on beautiful Stateline Lake deep within the northwoods in Presque Isle (A.K.A. Wisconsin's Last Wilderness) We offer premier full hookup RV campsites and tent campsites as well as cabin lodging and RV lodging - all right on the lake. Amenities include: - Campers and Cabins available to rent - Docks and private boat slips available to rent - Full hookups available - 30 Amp electrical with 50 Amp available on select sites - Women's and Men's Showers - Two sets of women's and men's restrooms - Boat landing access included - For non-guests, boat landing day access can be purchased separately - Wilderness - Wildlife - Fishing - Privacy - Seclusion - Peace and quiet The campground has been in operation for more than 50 years and is in the forest on a peninsula between two lakes with plenty of shade. Fish, boat, waterski, relax by the fire, and enjoy nature and the spectacular wildlife in this gorgeous natural paradise. Address: 8458 Balsam Dr, Presque Isle, WI 54557 Innumerable beautiful hiking and nature walks surround our site, including Wisconsin's treasured Van Vliet 400 acre Hemlock Preserve - one of the largest old-growth Hemlock forests in the country. We are just one hour south of the Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park. Docking is included for campers and available for non-campers at a daily rate. Our site is situated on one of the most prized lakes for muskie fishing. Enjoy sunny days swimming at the lake beach, activities and crafts for children with our camp hosts, and community campfire song night.
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Matt and KJ's Yard

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents4 acres ¡ Ontonagon, MI
Our almost 4 acre slice of paradise. Last stop on the Ontonagon River before Lake Superior. Public access to Lake Superior is a short walk from our yard. When there are no burn bans, you can have a fire in our fire pit. We do have some larger wood available onsite at no charge if you wish to use it. Note: There is an active factory next door that has gotten busier and can make a lot of noise. Daytime noise probably isn't too problematic but it can go on at night too. Last year we opted to not offer camp sites for this reason. This year we decided to open up but to make sure guests know the potential. It is a weld shop so the noise is usually grinding or pounding of a hammer. In warmer weather, they open the door and it can be noisy for sure...but many have said it is still quieter than where their home is. Please be sure you are okay with this before booking. They currently work 5am-3am M-Thu and then a small crew 5am-5pm Fri-Sun. Friday-Saturday and Sunday are least likely to make noise but it is still possible.
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The best camping near Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park guide

Overview

About

With almost 60,000 acres of forested mountains, woodlands, and waterfalls on the southern brim of Lake Superior, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is Michigan’s largest—and wildest—state park. Some of the best views are found at the Summit Peak Observation Tower and the Lake of the Clouds, but more than 90 miles of trails also await for hiking, biking, skiing, and snowshoeing, depending on the season. Camping in the Porkies is an adventure, whether you prefer a forest yurt, rustic cabin, modern RV site, or backcountry camping in the heart of the woods.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for RV campers: Union Bay Campground has beachside tent/RV sites, including yurts, cabins, and the park’s only electric hook-ups. 
  • Best for getting back to nature: Presque Isle Rustic Campground has 60 drive-in and walk-in sites at the mouth of the Presque Isle River. 
  • Best for hikers: White Pine Outpost Camp has eight rustic sites suitable for tents or small campervans, close to the Summit Peak Scenic Area.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. You can reserve Porcupine Mountains campsites and lodging via the Michigan State Park & Harbor Reservations website. 
  2. Campsite reservations open six months in advance.
  3. Campsites and cabins can book up fast over summer and holiday weekends, so reserve at least three months in advance.

When to go

Whether you’re heading to the lakeshore in summer or hitting the ski slopes in winter, the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness welcomes adventurers through all four seasons. Arguably the most magnificent time to visit is in fall when the old-growth forests are ablaze with red, orange, and yellow foliage. The park’s developed campgrounds are open from May through October, with first-come, first-served camping only in November. Backcountry campsites stay open year-round, but road access may be limited through winter.

Know before you go

  • The Porkies are set on the southwest shore of Lake Superior, a short drive from Bruce Crossing. 
  • A Recreation Passport is required to visit all Michigan state parks. Camping reservation fees also apply. 
  • Park facilities include a Visitor Center, restrooms, and picnic areas. Cell phone service may be patchy, but the Visitor Center has wifi.
  • Black bears live in the Porcupine Mountains, so keep food and garbage secure in camping and day-use areas. Follow the park’s bear safety guidelines.
  • Accessible campsites, restrooms, and picnic areas are available. The Lake of the Clouds viewing area is also accessible. 

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