About Lake Michigan Campground
When you want Lake Michigan to be your playground in the Upper Peninsula Michigan, consider Lake Michigan Campground. Dunes, waves, sand and wind, are the primary environmental factors present here. Campsites are nestled in the sand dunes that can reach heights of 30-feet tall . Over the sand dunes you'll find miles of sand beach. Hike ancient dunes, ride the waves, or soak in spectacular sunsets. View a [printable](http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/stelprdb5107722.jpg) or [interactive map of Lake Michigan Campground](https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234081). Accessibility at Lake Michigan Campground - 35 campsites - Two spaces are specially located for people with disabilities. - Cold running water and vault toilets - Many sites are excellent tent sites, located between dunes 20-to-30-feet high. - Other sites are suitable for trailers and other recreational…
- Fees: Site Fee $24 - Day Fee $6.00 - [Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the…
- Season: First come, first serve, May 17; Reservations open May 23 – September 14
- Managed by: USFS - Hiawatha National Forest
- Where: 13 mi northwest of St. Ignace, MI · 45.98384, -84.96848
- Winter: the road at camp is closed to cars in winter; plan to ride, ski or snowshoe in.
Things to do:
Official page for this camp (fees, closures, booking)
Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: Jun–Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Apr.
Fly over it in 3D, check today's weather and fire news, plan the drive and print a trip plan.
Trails near camp
| Trail | Open to | From camp | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pipeline | ATV road | 0.2 mi | 1.5 mi |
| Brevoort West | ATV road | 0.7 mi | 0.7 mi |
| North Country Ntl Scenic-East | Hiking | 0.9 mi | 72.4 mi |
| Ridge Trail | Hiking | 1.6 mi | 0.2 mi |
Straight-line distance from camp, from Forest Service, BLM, state and OpenStreetMap trail data.
Good to know
Verizon 4G · AT&T 5G · T-Mobile 5G
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Stargazing nearby: The Headlands (Dark Sky Park), 17 mi.
Dump station: 12.3 mi
Water fill-up: 12.3 mi
Propane: 14.2 mi