Grand Island Cabins
Grand Island Cabins are remotely located on forested Grand Island, surrounded by Lake Superior, 1/2 mile off the mainland community of Munising, Michigan. The cabins are placed in individual settings providing an excellent base for hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities.
Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Site mix
| Cabins | 2 |
Site guide
2 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Cabin | Partial | Island | 8 / – | Yes | Yes | Standard |
| Merchant Cabin | Partial | Island | 8 / – | Yes | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites Sunset Cabin, Merchant Cabin are listed accessible |
Each cabin is 14' x 16' with an attached 8' x 14' screened in porch and offers four full size beds, bunk bed style. Maximum sleeping capacity is eight people per cabin. Picnic table and campfire ring with cooking grate are located just outside each cabin.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
Beginning in fall and throughout winter, ferry service to the island is closed. Access to the island is only by personal watercraft, or, if the lake is frozen, access via foot or snowmobile. Please call ahead to find out if there is ice or open water. Crossing Lake Superior to get to Grand Island is at your own risk.
| Nearest town | Munising, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.4867° N, 86.6853° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireRidge
45 mi from the campground · 466 acres · 30% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 3.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | Hilltop RV Superstore ↗ | 52.2 mi |
Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Call ahead; hours change seasonally.
Explore
Worth a stop
Lake Superior is the largest body of fresh water in the world. It is the coldest, cleanest, and deepest of the five Great Lakes. The lakes’ clear water enables viewing of several shipwrecks from in a boat.
- 5.2 miMunising Falls Visitor Center ↗Visitor center
- 6.4 miMiners Castle Visitor Contact Station ↗Visitor center
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miThunder Cove Grand Island0.2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.8 miTrout Bay Road Hike/Bike1.3 mi trail · hiking, bike
- 2.4 miGrand Island Bike ↗20.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.5 miMurray Bay - Trout Bay Portage0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miGrand Island Thumb Hiking Trl2 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 4 miParadise0.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
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
Hiawatha National Forest begins about 0.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 0.6 miHiawatha National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,300,321 acres
- 12.9 miRock River Canyon Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 4,724 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.
Other campgrounds nearby
Cabin and lookout rentals nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Bay FurnaceStructure · Christmas · 3.3 mi
- Grand Island Harbor Rear Range LightStructure · Christmas · 3.5 mi
- Schoolcraft Furnace SiteSite · Munising · 5.3 mi
Natural features
The cabins sit amidst a forest of old-growth trees within walking distance of Lake Superior. Grand Island's scenic natural beauty and interesting history make it an attractive place to spend your vacation. The island's miles of trails provide ample opportunity to view wildlife, picturesque sunsets, and enjoy pristine beaches.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities include: kayaking, biking, hiking, fishing, swimming, beachcombing, and hunting.
Guidebooks for Hiawatha National Forest and Michigan
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- Field Guide Hiawatha National Forest Ecological Classification SystemGreg Kudray, 2019Find at Bookshop.org
Titles come from Open Library's catalog, matched by subject heading or by title.
Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Grand Island Cabins?
Sites at Grand Island Cabins are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Grand Island Cabins?
Check-in 1:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Grand Island Cabins have?
2 sites, including 2 cabins.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Grand Island Cabins?
Yes, pets are allowed at Grand Island Cabins. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Grand Island Cabins?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Grand Island Cabins?
Sites Sunset Cabin and Merchant Cabin are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Grand Island Cabins?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the nearest town to Grand Island Cabins?
Munising, Michigan. Lake Superior is the largest body of fresh water in the world.
Source: Getting there
What if Grand Island Cabins is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Grand Island National Recreation Area (3.1 mi), Bay Furnace Campground (3.5 mi, partly first-come), and Au Train Lake Campground (9.8 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby