The best river, stream, or creek glamping near Munising, Michigan

Looking for a luxurious camping experience by the river near Munising, Michigan? Hipcamp has over 60 options for glamping by the river in this area, with prices starting as low as $20 per night. Our top campsites, including Bear Tree Homestead (174 reviews) and Explore the U.P. from here! (157 reviews) offer popular amenities such as pets, potable water, and trash service, as well as exciting activities like wildlife watching, paddling, and biking. Average price per night is $44, so book now and experience the best of camping in style!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Bear Tree Homestead

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42mi from Munising · 3 sites · Lodging · Trowbridge Park, MI

Bear Tree Homestead is nestled among the cliffs and ravines which drains the south face of Hogback Mountain located in Marquette Township Michigan. Hogback Mountain is one of the larger rock formations in the Huron Range, a surprisingly rugged, and diverse region of low mountains carved by glaciers. Each cabin is hand-built of log and stone using traditional Scandinavian building tools and techniques. The cabins have access to the pond, use of the canoe, a private fire pit, picnic table, charcoal grill and privy. Inside the cabins is a functional kitchen with dishes, flatware, pots and pans, so you can prepare meals onsite. Cabins also have table and chairs as well soft chairs/sofa sitting area, bookshelves with a variety of books, board games and puzzles, and covered porch in case of rain. Our buildings, gardens, and pastures are integrated into the forested landscape and are not your typical homestead. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, collect fresh eggs (when they are laying), lay in the hammock, listen to the sounds of nature and the barnyard or take an adventure hike, bike ride, snowshoe, or ski right out the door. One of the most wonderful things we have to offer is the accessibility to thousands of protected acres surrounding us and the trails that bisect them. The property is on the North Country Trail, just over a Noquemanon Trail Network Forestville trailhead where access to year round recreation awaits. Hogback Mountain is just up the trail from the cabin with spectacular views of forest, mountains and lake superior. We are located 8 miles from downtown Marquette in Michigan's Upper Peninsula where there are many great restaurants, shops, and brewpubs. However, once you drive into Bear Tree Homestead and settle in you will not want to leave.

2. Hemlock Ridge Homestead

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41mi from Munising · 3 sites · Lodging · Marquette, MI

Welcome to the Hemlock Ridge Homestead! This custom log home built in the early 2000's was a dream of mine since I was 8 years old. Our family lives here year round and absolutely love it. These sites are on a seasonal road so travel in and out can be impeded at times due to weather or external forces, such as tree falls, wash outs, etc. This is a self sufficient homestead in the making. Our garden has progressed greatly, and our fruit tree orchards are starting to produce. The free range chickens are fun and quirky, offering farm fresh eggs. We just opened our second site, the Prairieview Chalet 2024 summer. Both sites offer great amenities. The Acorn Retreat cabin includes a hot tub, gas weber grill and other amenities. The boujee outhouse is shared by both sites and is cleaned regularly. The new Prairieview Chalet is an exceptional adventurers haven! It has all the things you want after a day(s) out in the wilderness, with amenities like a hot shower, fully stocked kitchen, linens and more. Our property reflects our love of the land and space. We are always making improvements, such as the timber framed chicken coop. We now have a ping pong table for our guests, and still offer farm fresh eggs. Our motto is to make every place better than we found it and hope our guests will do the same. This is a zen, quiet place to heal, reflect and refill your cup of life:)

Looking for a luxurious camping experience by the river near Munising, Michigan? Hipcamp has over 60 options for glamping by the river in this area, with prices starting as low as $20 per night. Our top campsites, including Bear Tree Homestead (174 reviews) and Explore the U.P. from here! (157 reviews) offer popular amenities such as pets, potable water, and trash service, as well as exciting activities like wildlife watching, paddling, and biking. Average price per night is $44, so book now and experience the best of camping in style!

99% (505)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Bear Tree Homestead

100%

(423)

42mi from Munising · 3 sites · Lodging · Trowbridge Park, MI

Bear Tree Homestead is nestled among the cliffs and ravines which drains the south face of Hogback Mountain located in Marquette Township Michigan. Hogback Mountain is one of the larger rock formations in the Huron Range, a surprisingly rugged, and diverse region of low mountains carved by glaciers. Each cabin is hand-built of log and stone using traditional Scandinavian building tools and techniques. The cabins have access to the pond, use of the canoe, a private fire pit, picnic table, charcoal grill and privy. Inside the cabins is a functional kitchen with dishes, flatware, pots and pans, so you can prepare meals onsite. Cabins also have table and chairs as well soft chairs/sofa sitting area, bookshelves with a variety of books, board games and puzzles, and covered porch in case of rain. Our buildings, gardens, and pastures are integrated into the forested landscape and are not your typical homestead. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, collect fresh eggs (when they are laying), lay in the hammock, listen to the sounds of nature and the barnyard or take an adventure hike, bike ride, snowshoe, or ski right out the door. One of the most wonderful things we have to offer is the accessibility to thousands of protected acres surrounding us and the trails that bisect them. The property is on the North Country Trail, just over a Noquemanon Trail Network Forestville trailhead where access to year round recreation awaits. Hogback Mountain is just up the trail from the cabin with spectacular views of forest, mountains and lake superior. We are located 8 miles from downtown Marquette in Michigan's Upper Peninsula where there are many great restaurants, shops, and brewpubs. However, once you drive into Bear Tree Homestead and settle in you will not want to leave.

2. Hemlock Ridge Homestead

99%

(132)

41mi from Munising · 3 sites · Lodging · Marquette, MI

Welcome to the Hemlock Ridge Homestead! This custom log home built in the early 2000's was a dream of mine since I was 8 years old. Our family lives here year round and absolutely love it. These sites are on a seasonal road so travel in and out can be impeded at times due to weather or external forces, such as tree falls, wash outs, etc. This is a self sufficient homestead in the making. Our garden has progressed greatly, and our fruit tree orchards are starting to produce. The free range chickens are fun and quirky, offering farm fresh eggs. We just opened our second site, the Prairieview Chalet 2024 summer. Both sites offer great amenities. The Acorn Retreat cabin includes a hot tub, gas weber grill and other amenities. The boujee outhouse is shared by both sites and is cleaned regularly. The new Prairieview Chalet is an exceptional adventurers haven! It has all the things you want after a day(s) out in the wilderness, with amenities like a hot shower, fully stocked kitchen, linens and more. Our property reflects our love of the land and space. We are always making improvements, such as the timber framed chicken coop. We now have a ping pong table for our guests, and still offer farm fresh eggs. Our motto is to make every place better than we found it and hope our guests will do the same. This is a zen, quiet place to heal, reflect and refill your cup of life:)

Public campgrounds near Munising

McKeever Cabin

15mi from Munising · 1 site · in Hiawatha National Forest

Tom's Lake Cabin

19mi from Munising · 1 site · in Hiawatha National Forest

Stories from the community

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Dan

2 weeks ago

6 nights at Bear Tree Homestead

Wonderfully beautiful cabin and property. A true homestead with cows, chickens, ducks, and a sauna. I will be recommending this place to as many people as possible. Can hike from cabin to Lake Superior on the North Country Trail! Phenomenal, very close to Marquette, but a feeling of great seclusion.

Liz

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Bear Tree Homestead

This was our second stay at the Orchard House, and it was every bit as magical as the first! Jill continues to be the perfect host — warm, attentive, and full of thoughtful touches (including another batch of her amazing homemade cookies!). The house itself is absolutely enchanting, from its cozy, well-appointed rooms to the peaceful property that feels like a true escape from the world. We loved being so close to the Hogback trailhead — it makes for the perfect day hike before coming back to unwind in such a serene setting. We can’t wait to return and try out the new sauna on our next visit! If you’re considering a stay at the Orchard House, don’t hesitate — it’s the kind of place that fills your soul and leaves you with memories you’ll want to relive again and again.

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Andrew Scott

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Bear Tree Homestead

From the moment we arrived at the Pond Cabin, everything we experienced exceeded our expectations. The cabin itself was cute, cozy, and very clean. It had a lot more kitchen and camping supplies than we expected. Loved the layout. It comfortably slept three adults and two dogs. The woods surrounding it and the pond are very beautiful and serene. No road sounds or artificial light, just peaceful nature and the quaint farmhouse. We were welcomed by our gracious hosts and their dogs who made us feel very at home, were so friendly, and made great recommendations for hikes and experiences. The hike to Hogback mountain is a must. The view from the top and fall colors were just breathtaking and you can walk there right from the cabin! We spent most of a day hiking the NCT and were just blown away by the trails and views. None of us knew how great the traditional Finnish sauna and cold plunge (into the crystal clear spring fed pond?!?) would relax and rejuvenate us. Wow! Also worth mentioning it’s an easy, very pretty drive to Pictured Rocks. You can do it all. All I can say is we will definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone who’s looking for what must be the ultimate UP experience.

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Chris

October 2025

1 night at Bear Tree Homestead

The cabin was perfect, the land was beautiful, beds are quite comfy, oil lamps and fire are ever so cozy and the cookies so tasty. Hogback mountain trail is very close by and well worth the venture if you can manage a bit of a scramble at lest once. One evening here was not sufficient, we definitely plan to return. Well worth checking out if taking a trip to the area or just looking to go somewhere beautiful and peaceful to retreat from the world for a while.

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rebecca

October 2025

2 nights at Bear Tree Homestead

Pond cabin is clean, comfortable on the inside, slept exceptionally well, in the warm and cozy loft, using wood stove that kept me warm all night using very little wood. For those who like disconnecting in primitive spaces where the sounds of birds and wind rustling through the trees, an occasional distant rooster's crow, then this is the place you'll not want to leave. So close to North Country trail and easy hike to Hogback Mtn summit with amazing views. Jill the hostess and her family were very friendly as were her 3 dogs. Only heard them bark for a short time in the distance 1st night, while they protected the homestead chickens from wildlife. Jill showed me the authentic Mongolian Yurt they just installed, located on the trail towards the North Country Trail and Hogback mtn. Beautiful! I thought it was easy to find using Jill's directions and my satellite map/location phone. I would definitely stay here again. Hiked Dead Man's River trail nearby many waterfalls, enjoyed Marquette MI Pasties Lawry's and Iron Town Pasty the best, Presque Isle Black Rocks at sunset, and Ore Dock & Black Rock Breweries. Even say an ore freighter being loaded at Marquette's active Ore Dock!

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Maya

October 2025

3 nights at Bear Tree Homestead

beautiful space ! such a special piece of land — couldn’t be more thankful jill + nick opened their home to visitors !

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Lindsay

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Bear Tree Homestead

We have loved coming back to Orchard Cabin! This is my family's third trip in and second for a bike race. We love the cabins close proximity to forestville trail head mountain biking and Marquette. This is such a great way to experience Marquette and connect with nature. The host are super kind and great communicators, also a great baker!

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Slotty

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Bear Tree Homestead

Off the beaten path but close to town and very close to some fun hikes/bikes/swims. Very charming rustic+electric log cabin nestled in the forest. Would love to return in the future! Thanks to Jill and Nick for opening up your cabin to us.

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Taylor

September 2025

With kids

2 nights at Bear Tree Homestead

The pond cabin at Bear Tree Homestead, really the entire homestead as well, is an inspiring, peaceful, rustic escape that we absolutely recommend. Jill and Nick are fantastic. A wonderful, welcoming getaway for making great memories. And the traditional Finnish sauna is very worth it.

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Nicole

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bear Tree Homestead

Such a sweet spot and worth the challenge of figuring out how to get there! A true homestead experience with incredible construction on the property, including the sauna down by the pond. For those looking for a unique stay, this is it. My 6 year old says she wants to live there:)

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Michael

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Hemlock Ridge Homestead

Really cool tiny cabin. Perfect mix of camping and air bnb vibes!

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Jenna

August 2025

2 nights at Hemlock Ridge Homestead

Absolutely loved staying here! The chalet is nestled among wildflowers and a mossy pine forest—beautiful both inside and out. It's a small space, but incredibly functional and luxurious. The host was fantastic and went out of their way to accommodate my partner and me in every way we needed. It is about an hour from Pictured Rocks, but the drive is scenic and enjoyable. Lots to do nearby as well (hikes, parks, + you should go to Lakenenland Sculpture Park if you like cool art!!). 10/10, I highly recommend staying at the Prairieview Chalet!

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Britton

August 2025

1 night at Bear Tree Homestead

Loved this cabin! It was absolutely adorable and very peaceful. We were greeted by the owners ducks in the pond behind the cabin. Directions were clear. Would stay again!

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Brian

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Bear Tree Homestead

We adored the Pond Cabin and the entire grounds of the Bear Tree Homestead! We saw such amazing critters right outside of out cozy cabin door: ducks, turtles, little red squirrels, a cute toad who came right onto our front steps, a couple small snakes, and several zipping hummingbirds that visited the feeder on the porch throughout the day! We took the canoe out into the quaint pond every morning and hung out with the duck family that lives there. The kerosene lamps provided cozy light in the evenings to play cards, board games, and spend time together. We loved playing with Chauncey the dog, wandering around the breathtaking grounds, and hiking the nearby trails. We thoroughly enjoyed the hike along the smaller lake with lotus flowers east of the property and the trail to and views from Hogback were incredible. Jill and Nick were fantastic hosts and we cannot wait to come back again!

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elena

August 2025

7 nights at Hemlock Ridge Homestead

My boyfriend and I throughly enjoyed our week here! We enjoyed cooking meals together in our tiny cabin and the area was perfectly secluded, while still being close to stores and all the places we wanted to explore. We explored Mackinaw Island, Dead River Falls, Sugarloaf Mountain, as well as Blackrock beach which was one of our favs. We also challenged ourselves to the 10.5 mile hike throughout pictured rocks and saw some of the most beautiful sights and when definitely recommend if you're up for the challenge! Thank you April for letting us use your gas grill when we couldn't figure out the charcoal one LOLL. We definitely enjoyed our week in the woods and can't wait to come back!!

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Joseph

August 2025

With kids

6 nights at Bear Tree Homestead

Kind folks, wonderful property, lasting memories. The sauna experience is a great addition in 2025.

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Sean

July 2025

1 night at Bear Tree Homestead

Incredibly peaceful cabin just far enough out of town. Very comfortable, clean and host was great! My soul definitely needed that time out on the back deck overlooking the pond. Host took great care of us.

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Josiah

July 2025

Weekend Trip to Bear Tree Homestead

Beautiful and serene location! Just a short drive from the city of Marquette, but very quiet and a great place to relax. Would definitely stay here again in the future!

Cari

July 2025

Group trip

5 nights at Bear Tree Homestead

Cannot say enough about how great Jill and Nick’s place is. Our group of 7 had the best time here. The beautiful cabin, delicious meals cooked, making friends with the dogs, ducks and cows, bathing in the pond, enjoying the sauna, hiking the North Country Trail directly from the site, driving 20 minutes to downtown Marquette, hiking to swim. It’s a sanctuary. There’s so much to experience here. Cannot wait to return.

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Jana

July 2025

1 night at Bear Tree Homestead

Just a perfect, beautiful place to unplug. The Pond Cabin was even better than the pictures! We faced the pond on the porch and relaxed, canoed, hiked around a bit. Private, quiet and I would stay again no question. Highly recommend!