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.
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 22 at 2:03AM EDT until July 22 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected due to high wave action and strong rip currents. * WHERE...Alger County. * WHEN...From 6 AM EDT this morning through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...High wave action and dangerous currents will lead to life threatening swimming conditions. Waves in rapid succession can tire swimmers quickly. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current related fatalities and rescues in the past have occurred due to similar wave conditions at locations listed below: For Alger County: The Au Train River mouth at Au Train, the exposed regions of Grand Marais Harbor, and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
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. **
FR 3303 (Dam Road) closure for bridge replacement on Brevoort River
The bridge on FR 3303 (Dam Road) on the Brevoort River is being replaced and the area will be closed Monday, June 22 through Monday, August 31. Closure area begins approximately 2.1 miles from Brevoort Lake Road. Visitors should expect to see heavy equipment and workers in the area, and find an…
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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