Ontonagon

Camp near Lake Superior beaches or along hundreds of miles of rivers when visiting Ontonagon.

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Sunshine Motel Rustic Camping

Escape to Nature at Sunshine Motel & Cabins’ Off-Grid Tent Campground

Answer nature’s call with a getaway to Sunshine Motel & Cabins in Ontonagon, Michigan, where adventure meets tranquility at our rustic tent campground. Nestled behind our cozy cabins and up a gentle hill, discover three secluded dry tent sites designed for those who cherish the wilderness and an authentic off-grid experience.

True Rustic Camping – Embrace the Wilderness Our campsites are a haven for eco-tourists and outdoor enthusiasts looking for a genuine back-to-nature experience. These primitive sites offer:

No electricity, running water, or restroom facilities.

Essential camping with privacy and serenity at the forefront.

Walk-Up Access – Preserve Natural Beauty To maintain the pristine condition of our environment, campsites are accessible by foot only. Vehicles are parked separately to ensure the least impact on the landscape.

Site Features for a Comfortable Stay While embracing the simplicity of off-grid living, each campsite is equipped with:

Individual fire pits for cozy evenings under the stars.

Private picnic tables and communal seating areas for dining and socializing.

BBQ grills for outdoor cooking adventures.

Conveniently located trash receptacles to keep sites clean.

Family-Friendly with Private Beach Access Spread out and relax in our spacious campsites, featuring a play area for children and exclusive access to a private beach—perfect for a peaceful day by the water.

Explore the Surrounding Wilderness Located near some of Ontonagon’s top outdoor attractions, our campground offers easy access to scenic hiking trails, lakes, and rivers. A short drive brings you to local shops and cultural sights.

Sunshine Motel & Cabins invites you to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with nature at our off-grid tent campground. Whether you’re seeking solitude or adventure, find it here amid the natural beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Book your stay today and step into a world where nature dictates the pace.

Trapper shack available for $15 more upon check-in Family site #3 only

Toilets

Showers

Gentle Breeze Camping

This is a dark sky

private campground on Sandy Lake.

Very quiet, private dock, sandy beach, great for fishing, kayaking or just relaxing.

ATV's by approval, there will be no loud ATV's, no running ATV's other then entry and exit, if there are complaints from other campers you will be asked to leave

New this year is a sauna with shower, this is an electric sauna , use will be by donation. Sauna is not part of base fee, additional cost for sauna

Learn more about this land:

Open fields and woods with&nbsp;lake access.&nbsp;&nbsp;

There is a private dock with swimming, great for kayaking

There is a near by public fishing site, 3 miles from General store from&nbsp;  other lakes nearby with public access as well. We look forward to hosting you!

We are located in Twin Lakes Michigan , 2.3miles south of M-26 on 29839&nbsp; Pike Lake Road

Very private setting

There is no electricity on site&nbsp;

Campers responsible for garbage removal

&nbsp;There is now a outhouse toilet on site

Enjoy the relief!

There is a limit of 2 dogs per site,

Dogs to be on leash if not friendly to people or other dogs

IN PREVIOUS YEARS I OFFERED A FREE SITE IF YOU BOOKED 2 SITES

THIS OFFER IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE

Boundary Acres

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A quiet setting, nested amid tall pines and maples. Explore the pristine Pilgrim River Watershed trails just across the road from the campsite. This convenient location is only 10 minutes from Houghton and Michigan Tech.

Whitetail deer are often seen on the property.

Electricity Hookup

Water Hookup

Potable water

Wifi

Constellation Farmstead

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Welcome to Constellation Farmstead. We are a multi-faceted agritourism destination combining farming, homesteading and leisure. We are located in a quaint and quiet area of the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan. 
We currently have camping space available both for tents and camping with an RV.

For animals we currently have 3 pigs, 12 chickens, a handful of ducks and 8 of the softest rabbits you will ever meet. We also have a husky named Lakota who is always on leash with us as well as 2 cats, one of which spends much of his time outside. 

Our hiking trails are open, and markers are being added. You are welcome to hike through our property on your own or we are always happy to join.  Our disc golf course will be open with t pads and baskets once the ground is firm enough to get everything set up! 

In the years to come, our beautiful barn will become a venue for weddings as well as a suite and rentable rooms where you can stay. We’ll also be continuing to grow our family farm, orchard and of course our growing array of animals for you to visit.

For guests we also have a community fire pit in our yard and host fires most nights that we have guests. We also have a sauna that we heat up many nights so feel to let us know if these things interest you.

Beach Camp

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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