Michigan / Alger County / Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (Federal Unit) / Beaver Basin Wilderness

Beaver Creek Individual Backpacking Sites

Open — Open year-round for backcountry camping by reservation through Recreation.gov. A backcountry permit is required for all overnight stays. The pit toilet and food storage lockers are seasonal. Winter access via hiking, snowshoeing, or skiing only with deep snow expected.

About

Beaver Creek Campground is a remote backcountry camping area located on a bluff above Lake Superior and Beaver Creek within the Beaver Basin Wilderness. The campground features six dispersed campsites scattered throughout sandy, pine-shaded grounds, offering a primitive wilderness experience in one of Michigan's most scenic backcountry areas. The campground provides one communal fire ring with views of Lake Superior, though finding it and dry firewood can be challenging during winter months when deep snow covers the area. A shared pit toilet is available seasonally. Campers must treat water from Lake Superior or Beaver Creek, as no potable water is available. The location provides direct access to Lake Superior for kayakers and paddlers. Food storage lockers are provided seasonally to protect against wildlife. Access to Beaver Creek requires hiking or paddling, as no road access exists. A backcountry camping permit is required year-round through Recreation.gov with a $15 non-refundable reservation fee plus $5 per person per night camping fee. Winter camping is permitted but challenging, requiring proper preparation for extreme conditions, deep snow, and potentially difficult campsite location. GPS coordinates may be necessary to locate sites in winter.

Directions

Access the Beaver Creek Individual Backpacking Sites via the North Country National Scenic Trail within the Beaver Basin Wilderness. The primary trailhead is near the end of Little Beaver Lake Road, approximately 18 miles east of Munising along Alger County Road H-58. Note that Little Beaver Lake Road is a narrow, unpaved road restricted to single vehicle units less than 36 feet in length and vehicle/trailer combinations less than 42 feet.

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