Hurricane River Campground
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore hugs the Lake Superior shoreline for more than 40 miles 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 | 21 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 42 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
21 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lower | 24 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Lower | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Lower | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Lower | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Lower | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Lower | 28 | Gravel | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 07 | Lower | 33 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | Lower | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Lower | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 11 | Lower | 36 | Gravel | Partial | 8 / 2 | 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 11:00 AM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 42 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| 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. The pass number must be entered when making reservation |
| Accessibility | Sites 12, 10 are listed accessible |
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
Pictured Rocks NL is located on the south shore of Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, between the towns of Munising (west) and Grand Marais (east). Access the west side of the park via Michigan highways M-28 and M-94 to Munising. State highway M-77 leads to Grand Marais on the east side.
| Nearest town | Munising, Michigan |
| Coordinates | 46.6640° N, 86.1662° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 8.3 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Beaver Basin Wilderness begins about 7.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 7.5 miBeaver Basin Wilderness ↗Wilderness · National Park Service · 11,740 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
On the National Register nearby
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- Grand Marais Harbor of Refuge Inner and Outer LightsStructure · Grand Marais · 9.3 mi
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
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore offers 100 miles (161 km) of hiking trails leading to waterfalls, beaches, forest wilderness, cultural sites, and breathtaking cliff-top views of Lake Superior. Whether you have only a few minutes, hours, or days to see a portion of the lakeshore, one of these hikes may be for you. Lake Superior's rugged shoreline invites boaters to explore the beautiful Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with its miles of colorful sandstone cliffs and long stretches of sandy beaches. Peaceful inland lakes also invite boaters to linger in the northwoods. Check the marine weather forecast before venturing out. Watch the weather carefully while on the lake. The weather can change suddenly and unexpectedly. Just because it's calm in Munising Bay or Grand Marais Harbor does not mean it is calm along the more distant shores. The Pictured Rocks cliffs rise 50 to 200 feet (15 to 61 m) directly from the lake, offering precious few protected places if the wind and waves increase.
Nearby
Kayak and Other Guided Tours and Pictured Rocks Boat Cruises 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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hurricane River Campground?
Sites at Hurricane River 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 Hurricane River Campground?
All campsites are $25.00 per day by reservation only. Senior Pass and Access Pass holders receive a 50% discount. The pass number must be entered when making reservation
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hurricane River Campground?
Check-in 11:00 AM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Hurricane River Campground have?
22 sites, including 21 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hurricane River Campground?
The longest site here provides 42 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 Hurricane River Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hurricane River Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hurricane River Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Hurricane River Campground?
Sites 12 and 10 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
What is there to do at Hurricane River Campground?
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore offers 100 miles (161 km) of hiking trails leading to waterfalls, beaches, forest wilderness, cultural sites, and breathtaking cliff-top views of Lake Superior. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Hurricane River Campground?
Munising, Michigan. Kayak and Other Guided Tours and Pictured Rocks Boat Cruises within the national lakeshore are offered by authorized private companies.
Source: Getting there
What if Hurricane River Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Twelvemile Beach Campground And Cabin (3 mi), Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit (9.6 mi), and Little Beaver Campground (11.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Hurricane River Campground in?
Hurricane River Campground is a Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.