The best mountainous campgrounds near South Range, Michigan

Looking to experience the great outdoors near South Range, Michigan? With over 200 options to choose from, Hipcamp has got you covered. Whether you're into wildlife watching, climbing, or horseback riding, there's a campsite that's perfect for you. Check out top-rated options like Heritage Hills (161 reviews), Firefly Camp and Sauna (67 reviews), and Blueberry fields campground (33 reviews). You'll find popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and potable water. Prices start as low as $15 per night, with an average price of $45 per night. Get ready to explore the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Lake Superior Camping

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(39)

46mi from South Range · 1 site · Tent, RV · Ontonagon, MI

Located on a private Lake Superior beach just 4 miles from The Porcupine Mountains State Park. This is the perfect base camp for adventures in the Porkies or North Country trail. Enjoy your time walking the beach, swimming in the big lake and watching the sunsets. This is a rustic campsite. The pad for a small camper is 30’x 28’. Plenty of space near beach for tents.

2. Sunshine Motel Rustic Camping

95%

(89)

38mi from South Range · 3 sites · Tents · Ontonagon, MI

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.

Looking to experience the great outdoors near South Range, Michigan? With over 200 options to choose from, Hipcamp has got you covered. Whether you're into wildlife watching, climbing, or horseback riding, there's a campsite that's perfect for you. Check out top-rated options like Heritage Hills (161 reviews), Firefly Camp and Sauna (67 reviews), and Blueberry fields campground (33 reviews). You'll find popular amenities like cooking equipment, campfires, and potable water. Prices start as low as $15 per night, with an average price of $45 per night. Get ready to explore the great outdoors!

97% (76)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Lake Superior Camping

99%

(39)

46mi from South Range · 1 site · Tent, RV · Ontonagon, MI

Located on a private Lake Superior beach just 4 miles from The Porcupine Mountains State Park. This is the perfect base camp for adventures in the Porkies or North Country trail. Enjoy your time walking the beach, swimming in the big lake and watching the sunsets. This is a rustic campsite. The pad for a small camper is 30’x 28’. Plenty of space near beach for tents.

2. Sunshine Motel Rustic Camping

95%

(89)

38mi from South Range · 3 sites · Tents · Ontonagon, MI

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.

Stories from the community

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Jolene

October 2025

24 ft campervan

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

This is a nice little campsite on Lake Superior with plenty of beach to walk in both directions. We really enjoyed our late season camping trip and lucked out on the fantastic weather. Host was great and accommodating. We would love to stay again.

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Coralyn

October 2025

Tent

1 night at Lake Superior Camping

By far our favorite place of our week long trip camping in different spots. Host was wonderful, and the spot is so perfect! Cannot wait to come back!

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Molly

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

Great spot on a Great Lake! Hard to find privacy like this in the Porkies. We appreciated the outhouse, two picnic tables, and giant fire ring. Even got lucky to see Northern Lights. Will be back.

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Emily

October 2025

20 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

Loved camping here! Views were incredible. Nice neighbors and was very peaceful and relaxing. Easy to back the camper in with just a few steps to the beach. Had a great weekend, thank you!

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Peter

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

Beautiful site right on the lake with private beach access. Awesome sunset over the Porcupine Mountains.

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Angie

September 2025

Tent

6 nights at Lake Superior Camping

What a wonderful camping site! Beautiful location and views. Tammy is so wonderful and kind. Thank you so much for such a great stay!

Ashley

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

Hands down the best place I have ever set up a tent!! We will be going back and longer next time! The sounds and views are amazing.

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Natalie

September 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

We had a great time at this property! Right on the beach with a couple different areas to set up camp, near the beach or in the wooded area. They had 2 picnic tables which helped out a lot with cooking and eating meals. The property is fairly close to neighbors and the road, but with the trees and greenery it felt pretty private. No cell service in the area whatsoever, but it gave us the chance to disconnect.

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ROBIN

September 2025

Tent

4 nights at Lake Superior Camping

Every bit as beautiful as the photos. Tight to turn around. Short dirt path from parking to tent site. Secluded, but not isolated.

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Emily

August 2025

20 ft campervan

1 night at Lake Superior Camping

We loved our stay here! We backed pur truck bed camper right in to the easy to find driveway. We loved the beach for a fire, sunset, and beautiful night sky. Two picnic tables, clear easy paths, porta potty, and other small extra amenities. Dog friendly. We would definitely stay agian!

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Carly

August 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at Lake Superior Camping

This was a truly lovely site. We enjoyed the privacy and setting up our tents on the sand. It was a windy day, but the layer of trees really made it comfortable and possible to still make a fire to cook over. We enjoyed watching the amazing sunset and relaxing in our hammocks as the stars came out. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful camp spot!!

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Juliann

August 2025

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

We had a great experience staying at Tammy’s spot right on the shores of Lake Superior. Views were spectacular, with beach bonfires every night watching the sun go down and waking every morning to sunrise. Super close to all Porkies hikes and accessibility. Not to mention, Tammy is a really lovely host, very responsive, kind and helpful. Can’t recommend her and her place more. Piece of heaven here.

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Hannah

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Lake Superior Camping

I could live at this campsite, it’s so beautiful! We enjoyed picnicking and campfires on the beach and it was so peaceful to hear the waves on the lakeshore as we went to sleep in our tent. Tammy is a very friendly and welcoming host. Would love to camp here again!

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Joshua

August 2025

Tent

3 nights at Lake Superior Camping

Caribbean feel ! Great spot. Beautiful view. Perfect for swimming.

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Deanne

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

6 nights at Lake Superior Camping

We spent 6 nights here, and had a great time! The view is amazing. We had plenty of room for 2 tents, and the layout of the site worked well for us. We brought our kayaks and enjoyed exploring. The shipwreck was fun to see. This is a great spot for bird watchers. We especially enjoyed the eagles. I already miss the strolls on the beach and the sound of the waves. This is a special place, and Tammy is great!

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Paige

August 2025

Tent

With pets

5 nights at Lake Superior Camping

We loved camping here! The views are unbeatable and you can see both the sunrise and sunset! It’s only a 10 minute drive to the Porkies also

Mollie

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at Lake Superior Camping

Paradise! The site was perfect. Tammy was friendly and helpful. We were so fortunate to find this site and cant wait to come back.

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Kira

July 2025

22 ft travel trailer

With kids

5 nights at Lake Superior Camping

Stunning beach with a view of the Porcupine mountains and a shipwreck to explore by kayak nearby. Sandy beach but it can be a little rocky in spots. The site is a gravel pad and we were able to back our 22’ camper in. Additional spot for tent camping closer to the beach that is sandy. The fire pit is on the beach which is a wonderful experience but it is about 100’ from the gravel pad. It rained before and during our stay and while the wooded area was wet, the camper and tent sites stayed dry. Enjoyed the beach walks and sunsets!

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Kate

July 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Sunshine Motel Rustic Camping

Had a great experience! Quiet area and lots of beautiful nature!

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Austin

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Lake Superior Camping

I loved tent camping on Tammy’s property. The views were incredible at the beach, and the spot to set up the tent was pretty dry considering it had been raining. 10/10 would recommend