Flowing Well Campground
Flowing Well Campground is situated along the western banks of the Sturgeon River, among large trees and a variety of wildflowers. Camping, fishing, picnicking and canoeing can be enjoyed in a serene setting.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
6 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 002 | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 003 | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 004 | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 005 | Pull-through | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 006 | Back-in | 25 | Gravel | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 25 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
The campground offers less than a dozen spacious sites for tent and RV camping. Some sites are situated along the bank, overlooking the slow-moving river. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings, and most come equipped with grills as well. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. The water from the well has a heavy iron and sulfur content, which is an acquired taste, but is safe to consume. A group picnic area is also equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. It is adjacent to a good-sized parking area. Vault toilets and drinking water are also available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Closed for the season. Forest Service sites close for the season; check the official page for the reopening date. |
| Season | May 15 to September 15 |
| Forest | Hiawatha National Forest |
| Booking | Some of the sites at Flowing Well are reservable. |
| Fees | Standard Non Electric Site Fee $22 Double Campsite, 2 camp units per night $44 Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted. |
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Getting there
From Rapid River, Michigan, take U.S. 2/Lakeshore Drive east for 16 miles, then continue north on Forest Highway 13 for 2 miles.
| Nearest town | Munising, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 45.9375° N, 86.7071° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Hilltop RV Superstore ↗ | 21 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 34.8 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Trails nearby
- 1 miMoss Lake Motorcycle Trail ↗26.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.3 miSturgeon River Canoe Route ↗51 mi trail · paddle
- 2.9 miNahma Grade Sno-Mo ↗21.6 mi trail · snowmobile, snowshoe, ski
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Hiawatha National Forest.
- inHiawatha National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,300,321 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground is sandwiched between Forest Highway 13 and the Sturgeon River, in the lower portion of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It is about 10 miles from the northern shores of Lake Michigan. The region is dotted with wildflowers and mature trees.
Recreation
The area is most popular for canoeing and other non-motorized boating, as the Sturgeon River Canoe Trail runs right through the campground. The trail weaves with the river through a 41-mile portion of the heavily wooded Hiawatha National Forest. There are various access points along the river. Fishing is also popular, with brook trout, steelhead and salmon found in the river.
Guidebooks for Hiawatha National Forest and Michigan
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- Field Guide Hiawatha National Forest Ecological Classification SystemGreg Kudray, 2019Find at Bookshop.org
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Flowing Well Campground?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Flowing Well Campground?
Standard Non Electric Site Fee $22 Double Campsite, 2 camp units per night $44 Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Flowing Well Campground?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Flowing Well Campground open right now?
Closed for the season as of Oct 16, 2026. Season May 15 to September 15.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Flowing Well Campground have?
6 sites, including 6 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Flowing Well Campground?
The longest site here provides 25 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Flowing Well Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Flowing Well Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Flowing Well Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Flowing Well Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Flowing Well Campground?
The area is most popular for canoeing and other non-motorized boating, as the Sturgeon River Canoe Trail runs right through the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Flowing Well Campground?
Munising, Michigan.
Source: Getting there
What if Flowing Well Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Chicago Lake Campsites (8.8 mi), Camp Cook Campsite (9.3 mi), and Camp Seven Lake Campground (11.2 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby