Bay Furnace Campground
Closed for the season. Opens mid-May through early October. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Restricting Public Entry to Stonington Quarry
Persons with a valid permit; Federal, State, or Local members of rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of official duties; Forest Service employees conducting surveys or monitoring and as approved by the Forest Supervisor.Protection of objects and areas that are of significant…
Haymeadow Trail and Bridge Closed
The Haymeadow Creek Hiking Trail Bridge is closed until it can be repaired or replaced. -- Located on the hiking loop near Haymeadow Creek Dispersed Campsites, the bridge failed an inspection due to significant rot. We will update this notice as repairs are implemented. (4/2018),(4/2021).The…
Drug and Alcohol Use on the Hiawatha National Forest
It is illegal to possess, utilize, or distribute a control substance or any associated paraphernalia. It is also illegal to possess or consume alcohol in violation of any state of Michigan statute
Fire Restrictions within the Hiawatha National Forest
Outlines the fire restrictions and conditions within the Hiawatha National Forest.
Roads and Trails Restrictions for Vehicles in the Hiawatha National Forest
It is illegal to commercial haul without a permit. It is illegal to violate posted speed, load, weight, height, length, width or other limitations specified by Michigan State Law. It is illegal to operate a vehicle carelessly, recklessly, or without regard for the rights or safety of other persons…
Occupancy and Use Within the Hiawatha National Forest
This order outlines the restrictions and conditions of camping within the Hiawatha National Forest.
Firewood Restrictions on the Hiawatha and Ottawa National Forests
It is illegal to possess or transport firewood from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
About
Bay Furnace Campground is located on the south shores of Lake Superior in Hiawatha National Forest, near Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The campground features 50 standard non-electric sites set amid deciduous forests, with some sites offering views of Lake Superior and others positioned near Furnace Creek. Visitors can enjoy spectacular sunrises, sunsets, and occasional northern lights displays over the lake. The campground offers both reservable and first-come, first-served sites, each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A dump station is available on-site. The campground also features a day-use picnic area near the lake shore with multiple tables and facilities. A short accessible interpretive trail encircles the ruins of a historic blast furnace where pig iron was made between 1870 and 1877. The location provides easy access to Grand Island National Recreation Area via a 10-minute ferry ride from Munising, popular for hiking, mountain biking, and exploring. Lake Superior fishing for lake trout and salmon is available by boat, with boat ramps in Munising (5 miles) and AuTrain (10 miles). Various boat excursions depart from nearby Munising to view the crystal clear waters and stunning rock formations of Lake Superior.
Directions
Located in Alger County, about 3 miles west of Munising on Highway 28 at the village of Christmas, across from the Kewadin Casino.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 65ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 65ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| bayfurnace@jamadots.com | |
| Phone | +1 (906) 379-5791 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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