Bay Furnace Campground
Currently closed due to a USFS paving project within the campground. Opening day has been delayed to mid-June 2026. Normal operating season runs from early May through early October.
Special Weather Statement issued October 10 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Gusty southerly winds as high as 30mph, combined with dry and warm conditions and minimal recent rainfall continue lead to elevated wildfire potential through Sunday across most of the U.P. Obey local burn restrictions. Immediately report any wildfires to local emergency services by calling 911. Burn restrictions remain in effect. For complete details, visit www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits, or by calling 866-922-2876.
From Recreation.gov
**Opening day for this campground has been delayed to mid-June due to a USFS paving project within the campground. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. **
Brevoort Lake Autumn Drawdown
Residents of Brevoort Lake should take notice that the Hiawatha National Forest will start the draw down of Brevoort Lake starting in October. The purpose of the draw down is to minimize the development of ice dams during the spring melt. The lake will be drawn down gradually over the next few…
About
Bay Furnace Campground is located on the south shores of Lake Superior within the Hiawatha National Forest, near Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The campground sits in the village of Christmas, about 3 miles west of Munising on M-28, across from the Kewadin Casino. Visitors can enjoy spectacular sunrises, sunsets, and occasional northern lights displays over Lake Superior. Some sites overlook the lake while others are nestled near Furnace Creek amid forests of deciduous trees. The campground offers 50 standard non-electric sites for tent and RV camping. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets, drinking water, a dump station, and trash collection are available. A day-use picnic area is also on site. A short accessible interpretive trail encircles the ruins of a historic blast furnace where pig iron was made between 1870 and 1877. Popular activities include fishing Lake Superior by boat (ramps available in Munising and AuTrain), visiting Grand Island via a 10-minute ferry ride for hiking and mountain biking, and taking boat excursions to view the stunning natural rock formations. The campground is centrally located to numerous waterfalls and other Upper Peninsula attractions.
Directions
Located about 3 miles west of Munising on Highway M-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 | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 65ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 65ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 767-1111 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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