97% (49) • 15 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ontonagon
Pure Air Paradise
1. Pure Air Paradise
96%
(26)
5.3mi from Ontonagon · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Pure Air Paradise—your year-round escape in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula! Set on 19 acres along a quiet state highway, this property offers a cozy mobile home, a fifth-wheel camper, and two private campsites. Explore a large loop driveway, wander scenic walking trails, or relax by the peaceful pond.
With Lake Superior just 6 miles away and the Porcupine Mountains, Adventure Mine, and countless outdoor adventures only a short drive, you’ll have endless opportunities to hike, sightsee, and explore. Whether you’re looking for quiet seclusion or an action-packed getaway, Pure Air Paradise is your perfect basecamp.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$25
/ night
Keweenaw Retro Camper
2. Keweenaw Retro Camper
100%
(1)
49mi from Ontonagon · 2 sites · Lodging
Walk out of this cozy and clean little vintage camper onto the outdoor kitchen/bathroom that faces the Northern Sky. This is a great spot for star gazing and if your lucky the Northern Lights might give you a dance!
The camper is setup for a single person to sleep (twin bed). If your doing Vanlife or camping and want to sleep in your van or tent on the property while using the facilities - we'll refund you $10!
ACCOMODATION
The camper has electricity with lights/outlets/ a fan and a small heater. The windows open with screens for nice ventilation. The comfortable twin mattress is complete with a clean mattress cover. Please bring your own sleeping bag / bedding / pillow case / towel.
The kitchen has a mini-fridge and a gas camping stove and is furnished with all you need for cooking and eating. If you prefer cooking on an open fire there is a campfire pit that's a great spot to hang out on cool evenings. You can enjoy your meals on the little retro table in the kitchen or on the big picnic table in the yard. Internet is also available.
Your large private outdoor bathroom has a hot-water shower and a camper style toilet. (see photo). The camper is right next to the outdoor kitchen/bathroom which is connected to the back of the main house. It was all built with maximum privacy in mind for both the Hip-camper and the House-guest.
THE AREA
You are on the edge of the village of Larium in Calumet township. It's a very safe and quiet area. You can see some neighbor's houses from the yard - all nice good people :)
It's only a few minutes walk or bike ride to downtown Calumet where you can find a grocery store, coffee shops, a great bakery, restaurants ... Calumet also has a big farmer's market every Saturday during the warmer months and free music performances every Wednesday night at the Calumet Theater!
For nature lovers - your right in it! You can start hiking or biking right out of the camper. Your connected to miles of trails that cover the Keweenaw Peninsula. For swimming it's only a short drive to Calumet Water Works Park for an excellent Lake Superior Sunset Beach. You may also want to check out Mount Bohemia for the ultimate spa relaxation at the end of adventure filled days!
Lots of free apples around from late August into October !
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$33
/ night
AJ's Lodge and Oven
3. AJ's Lodge and Oven
24mi from Ontonagon · 32 sites
AJ’s Lodge & Oven stands out as a unique all-season resort nestled on the picturesque North Shore of Lake Gogebic, surrounded by nearly a million acres of the Ottawa National Forest. This stunning location offers guests a serene escape into nature, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.
Our lodge features newly renovated units and spacious suites designed for relaxation, all while providing breathtaking views of the lake. In 2020, we proudly opened our new lakefront restaurant, where guests can savor delicious meals and exceptional service against the stunning backdrop of Lake Gogebic.
Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, ATVing, or snowmobiling, our resort is perfectly situated for exploring the nearby Porcupine Mountains and visiting beautiful waterfalls like Bond Falls and Black River Harbor. Fishing, ice fishing, motorcycling, and skiing are also popular activities in the area. We invite you to unwind in our comfortable lakefront setting and experience the year-round beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
97% (49) • 15 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Ontonagon
Pure Air Paradise
1. Pure Air Paradise
96%
(26)
5.3mi from Ontonagon · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Pure Air Paradise—your year-round escape in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula! Set on 19 acres along a quiet state highway, this property offers a cozy mobile home, a fifth-wheel camper, and two private campsites. Explore a large loop driveway, wander scenic walking trails, or relax by the peaceful pond.
With Lake Superior just 6 miles away and the Porcupine Mountains, Adventure Mine, and countless outdoor adventures only a short drive, you’ll have endless opportunities to hike, sightsee, and explore. Whether you’re looking for quiet seclusion or an action-packed getaway, Pure Air Paradise is your perfect basecamp.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$25
/ night
Keweenaw Retro Camper
2. Keweenaw Retro Camper
100%
(1)
49mi from Ontonagon · 2 sites · Lodging
Walk out of this cozy and clean little vintage camper onto the outdoor kitchen/bathroom that faces the Northern Sky. This is a great spot for star gazing and if your lucky the Northern Lights might give you a dance!
The camper is setup for a single person to sleep (twin bed). If your doing Vanlife or camping and want to sleep in your van or tent on the property while using the facilities - we'll refund you $10!
ACCOMODATION
The camper has electricity with lights/outlets/ a fan and a small heater. The windows open with screens for nice ventilation. The comfortable twin mattress is complete with a clean mattress cover. Please bring your own sleeping bag / bedding / pillow case / towel.
The kitchen has a mini-fridge and a gas camping stove and is furnished with all you need for cooking and eating. If you prefer cooking on an open fire there is a campfire pit that's a great spot to hang out on cool evenings. You can enjoy your meals on the little retro table in the kitchen or on the big picnic table in the yard. Internet is also available.
Your large private outdoor bathroom has a hot-water shower and a camper style toilet. (see photo). The camper is right next to the outdoor kitchen/bathroom which is connected to the back of the main house. It was all built with maximum privacy in mind for both the Hip-camper and the House-guest.
THE AREA
You are on the edge of the village of Larium in Calumet township. It's a very safe and quiet area. You can see some neighbor's houses from the yard - all nice good people :)
It's only a few minutes walk or bike ride to downtown Calumet where you can find a grocery store, coffee shops, a great bakery, restaurants ... Calumet also has a big farmer's market every Saturday during the warmer months and free music performances every Wednesday night at the Calumet Theater!
For nature lovers - your right in it! You can start hiking or biking right out of the camper. Your connected to miles of trails that cover the Keweenaw Peninsula. For swimming it's only a short drive to Calumet Water Works Park for an excellent Lake Superior Sunset Beach. You may also want to check out Mount Bohemia for the ultimate spa relaxation at the end of adventure filled days!
Lots of free apples around from late August into October !
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$33
/ night
AJ's Lodge and Oven
3. AJ's Lodge and Oven
24mi from Ontonagon · 32 sites
AJ’s Lodge & Oven stands out as a unique all-season resort nestled on the picturesque North Shore of Lake Gogebic, surrounded by nearly a million acres of the Ottawa National Forest. This stunning location offers guests a serene escape into nature, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility.
Our lodge features newly renovated units and spacious suites designed for relaxation, all while providing breathtaking views of the lake. In 2020, we proudly opened our new lakefront restaurant, where guests can savor delicious meals and exceptional service against the stunning backdrop of Lake Gogebic.
Whether you enjoy hiking, biking, ATVing, or snowmobiling, our resort is perfectly situated for exploring the nearby Porcupine Mountains and visiting beautiful waterfalls like Bond Falls and Black River Harbor. Fishing, ice fishing, motorcycling, and skiing are also popular activities in the area. We invite you to unwind in our comfortable lakefront setting and experience the year-round beauty of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Stephen
August 2025
Weekend Trip to Keweenaw Retro Camper
Neil's camper is nice and clean, and the kitchen/shower/toilet shed is convenient and private. Neil is a responsive and respectful host. I recommend his place as an economical and easy option for travel accommodation.
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Laura
August 2025
4 nights at Pure Air Paradise
We would definitely stay here again! The camper was great. It was well stocked with everything you need for a stay and the beds were comfortable (they had a soft memory foam topper on the mattress that I loved). Having a recliner was also great as well. The camper had A/C for hot days and space heaters for cool nights. It had a coffee maker, blender, fridge, freezer (that all worked well). We also had warm water for a comfortable shower. It was our first time staying in a camper and Alyssa was very responsive/helpful with any questions.
The area seemed really safe and the location is great to many different destinations. It is located just off a major road (convenient) but not many cars drive by (pretty quiet). It's about 30 minutes to the east end of the Porkies, 45 minutes to Agate Beach, and an hour to Houghton. There are good and inexpensive food options locally on Ontonagon that stay open late after a day of adventure.
Due to previous campers not cleaning up well, they now charge a modest cleaning fee but it was nice to just do and light clean and go upon checkout instead of a deep clean.
If you are looking for great option in the Ontonogan region, this is the place.
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Robert
July 2025
4 nights at Pure Air Paradise
Perfect spot for group camping. If your group rent all the sites it's nice quiet hide away with friends.
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Chelsey
July 2025
4 nights at Pure Air Paradise
This was a great place to stay. The hosts were very helpful when we had some trouble finding the driveway. Overall a very enjoyable place to stay.
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Noah
May 2025
With pets
Great place, responsive owners, and in an excellent location. Highly recommend if you want get away and very close to the Porcupine Mountains.
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Wes
January 2025
4 nights at Pure Air Paradise
Nice well furnished place and circle drive easy to get trailers around. Close to trail and restaurants made it a great stay for us!
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