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Dark-sky camping in Michigan
423 camps in Michigan under the darkest skies (class 1–2 on our 9-step scale, from NASA night-lights).
Best areas for stargazing
- Around Munising82 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
- Around Eagle Harbor41 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
- Around Atlanta38 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
- Around Mio36 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
- Around Newberry34 camps for stargazing within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in Michigan are good for stargazing?
423 camps under the darkest skies (class 1–2 on our 9-step scale, from NASA night-lights); 110 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are Jun–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In July expect highs near 77°F and lows near 55°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 19% also offer boating & paddling, 16% also offer fishing, 13% also offer hiking.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open stargazing in MichiganThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
- Bessemer Ranger DistrictFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Bessemer Ranger District has a variety of traditional lands, fisheries, and timber programs with new challenges in wildlife partnerships, in recreation (Region 9's only Harbor) and with…
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Black River Harbor CampgroundFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalPlanning a trip to the Black River Harbor Campground? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.
View camp →- Marion Lake CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Marion Lake Campground, located just 4 miles east of Watersmeet, MI, on the Watersmeet Ranger District, offers tranquility and beauty not often found in other high use campgrounds. Designed…
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Little Bass Lake CampsitesFederal campground · Reservable · No cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Carr Lake CampsitesFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signalCampers will typically find seclusion and privacy at this small, 16 acre lake. The campsite is fairly roomy (70 ft. by 40 ft), grassy, and suitable for 2 families. Access to the lake is by…
View camp →- Henry Lake CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Located in Gogebic County 9 miles southwest of the town of Marenisco, Mi., Henry Lake is located on the Bessemer Ranger District in the southern half of the Ottawa National Forest. Henry…
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Steuben Lake CampsitesFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Swan Lake CampsitesFederal campground · Reservable · Cell signalThe Munising and Rapid River/Manistique Ranger Districts of the Hiawatha National Forest offer a variety of camping experiences. Many are located on inland lakes in a rustic forest…
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Free camps for stargazing
- Bear Island CampgroundFederal campground · Free · No cell signal
A small quiet campground with few amenities. This site is primarily used by river paddlers. Three campsites.
View camp → - Cathedral Pines CampgroundFederal campground · Free · Cell signal
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View camp → - Indian River CampgroundDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
The Indian River Campground is situated on a bluff overlooking the Indian River. There is a short trail leading down to the river. The campground is near the halfway point on the Indian…
View camp → - Sparrow Rapids CampgroundDispersed / primitive · Free · Cell signal
Sparrow Rapids Campground provides visitors with an opportunity to be near a wilderness and a Wild/Recreation River at the same time. This campgrouind has six campsites that can accomodate…
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