Little Beaver Campground
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore hugs the Lake Superior shoreline for more than 40 miles (64 km) along Michigan's northern coast. Lake Superior is the largest, deepest, coldest, and most pristine of all the Great Lakes. Camping at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a great way to relax and enjoy the beauties the lakeshore has to offer. Campgrounds are rustic, and do not provide electric or sewer hookups. Campers, trailers, and RVs are welcome, note there are generator free areas. Cell phone reception is limited, so unplug, unwind, and enjoy the serenity Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Campgrounds has to offer.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 9 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 28 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
9 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 26 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | No |
| 2 | 28 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | No | |
| 3 | 26 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | No | |
| 4 | 26 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | No | |
| 5 | 21 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | No | |
| 6 | 26 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | No | ||
| 7 | 26 | Gravel | Partial | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | No | |
| 8 | 26 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | No | ||
| 9 | 12 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | No |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 11:00 AM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 28 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | All campsites are $25.00 per day by reservation only. Senior Pass and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount must be entered when making reservation |
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore drive-in campsites are rustic and do not have electric, water, or sewer hookups. Campsites provide a picnic table, fire ring with grill grate, and tent pad. The campgrounds have vault toilets and well water. Tent-style enclosures for campsite portable toilets are strictly prohibited. Typically there is no cell phone reception.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
| Nearest town | Munising, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.5583° N, 86.3627° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 18.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Guided kayaking and other boat tours within the national lakeshore are offered by authorized private companies. Pontoon boat and other rentals for use on Lake Superior are available in nearby communities.
- 10 miMiners Castle Visitor Contact Station ↗Visitor center
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Beaver Basin Wilderness.
- inBeaver Basin Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 11,740 acres
- 9 miHiawatha 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
Sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coastal features and affects every ecosystem, creating a unique landscape to explore. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, and four-season outdoor opportunities abound
Recreation
Hiking, fishing, boating using electric motor boats, and paddling are popular activities that can be done right from the campground.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Little Beaver Campground?
Sites at Little Beaver Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Little Beaver Campground?
All campsites are $25.00 per day by reservation only. Senior Pass and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount must be entered when making reservation
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Little Beaver Campground?
Check-in 11:00 AM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Little Beaver Campground have?
9 sites, including 9 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Little Beaver Campground?
The longest site here provides 28 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
Can I have a campfire at Little Beaver Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is the nearest town to Little Beaver Campground?
Munising, Michigan. Guided kayaking and other boat tours within the national lakeshore are offered by authorized private companies.
Source: Getting there
What if Little Beaver Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit (2.7 mi), Twelvemile Beach Campground And Cabin (8.9 mi), and Hurricane River Campground (11.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Little Beaver Campground in?
Little Beaver Campground is a Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.