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The Crane’s Nest

Hosted by Michael · Big Bay, Michigan

2 guests max · 1 bed · 1 toilet

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Welcome to the Crane's Nest, your gateway to the Upper Peninsula's Huron Mountains. Overlooking the remote historic town of Big Bay, a place branded "The UP's Best Kept Secret," our cute little camper is your home for rest and recreation. With seasonal views of Lake Superior and Lake Independence and year-round views of the Huron Mountains, this is a prime location for outdoor recreation. Within minutes you'll arrive at a number of trailheads- the Powell Peak mountain biking singletrack trail network, the Yellow Dog Community Forest, Thomas Rock scenic overlook, the sandy public beach of Burns Landing, the AAA rock climbing wall, numerous named waterfalls including Pinnacle Falls, and more. A little further away, you'll find the McCormick Wilderness, the North Country Trail, and more. If you are looking for access to adventure, this is your spot. We are exactly 30 minutes from Marquette, all on paved maintained county roads. We are 5 minutes from Big Bay, which has a few amenities including: the Thunder Bay Inn, the Lumberjack bar, Drury's General Store, Huron Mountain Ice Cream, and the Hungry Hollow Cafe.Our camper is off-grid, and considered glamping, sufficient for those spending the majority of their time out on the trails. The camper includes a double bed, a table with two bench seats, a propane three-burner stove, and propane heat. Please note the refrigerator does not currently work, and there is no indoor running water/plumbing. Our set-up includes: a small charging station for phones, a composting toilet behind the camper, an outdoor kitchen with footpump sink and propane grill, and firepit with grill top.

What to expect

Vintage trailer

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

2 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit, private. Private firepit and firewood provided. Please note that this region is both very dry in summer and very windy, so keep fires small and cover or extinguish when done.

Toilet available

Composting toilet. For now, we have a basic bucket toilet system with saw dust. We encourage all campers to pee on the land if you feel comforatble. There are also standard pit toilet outhouses down the road at Thomas Rock for those wanting more comfort.

Pets allowed

Off leash. Please note that there are neighbors uphill from us, who are not friendly to dogs, so please do not let your dogs wander away from the site.

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs. We provide 5-gallon jugs for drinking and cooking.

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin. We willl have bins for garbage, recycling, and can deposits.

Cooking equipment present

Grill over firepit, bbq, private, stovetop or hot plate, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, basic seasoning and oils. We have a basic covered outdoor kitchen setup with foot pump sink, countertops, two-burner coleman propane stove, and propane grill. There is a three-burner propane stove inside.

Picnic table present

No showers

Bathe in lake, bathe in river or stream. We love to clean up in Lake Superior! Showers are available at Perkins Park.

No wifi

There can be strong enough cell service with Verizon to hotspot phones.

Laundry absent

Coin laundry is available at Drury's General Store.

Hot Tub absent

No playground

The closest playground is Draver's Park and Perkins Park in Big Bay.

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Early or late check-in may be available

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

Late check-out may be available

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Strict (14 Days)

Minimum nights: 2 nights

Accepts bookings: 6 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

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The Crane's Nest

Vintage trailer · Sleeps 2 · 1 bed · 1 toilet

Our camper is off-grid, and considered glamping, sufficient for those spending the majority of their time out on the trails. The camper includes a double bed, a table with two bench seats, a propane three-burner stove, and propane heat. Please note the refrigerator does not currently work, and there is no indoor running water/plumbing. Our set-up includes: a small charging station for phones, a composting toilet behind the camper, an outdoor kitchen with footpump sink and propane grill, and firepit with grill top.

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

No showers

Picnic table

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Location

Big Bay, Marquette County, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Michael & Tayla W.

Joined in May 2026

The Crane’s Nest

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The Crane's Nest

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Hosted by Michael & Tayla W.

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