Black River Harbor Pavilion
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground closed October 20, 2025 and typically reopens mid-May. No water will be available for the entire 2026 season; campers must bring their own water.
From Recreation.gov
**No water will be available for the 2026 season. Please plan accordingly for your trip.** We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
Small Craft Advisory issued December 29 at 10:06PM EST until December 30 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft occurring. * WHERE...Saxon Harbor WI to Black River MI, Black River to Ontonagon MI, Ontonagon to Upper Entrance of Portage Canal MI and Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Gale Warning issued December 29 at 10:06PM EST until December 29 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft occurring. * WHERE...Saxon Harbor WI to Black River MI, Black River to Ontonagon MI, Ontonagon to Upper Entrance of Portage Canal MI and Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Heavy Freezing Spray Warning issued December 29 at 10:06PM EST until December 29 at 10:00PM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft occurring. * WHERE...Saxon Harbor WI to Black River MI, Black River to Ontonagon MI, Ontonagon to Upper Entrance of Portage Canal MI and Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI. * WHEN...Until 7 AM EST /6 AM CST/ Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
About
Black River Harbor Campground is nestled within the Black River Harbor Recreation Area on the shores of Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, approximately 15 miles north of Bessemer. This tranquil campground offers 39 naturally surfaced sites situated among towering hemlock and pine trees at an elevation of 840 feet on a bluff overlooking Lake Superior, with scenic views of the Apostle Islands in the distance. The recreation area is distinguished by its five spectacular waterfalls along the wild and scenic Black River, which flows through forested areas of large pine, hemlock, and hardwood trees. A suspension bridge crosses the Black River, providing access to a beautiful sand and pebble beach on Lake Superior. The North Country National Scenic Trail traverses through the area, offering access to all five waterfalls and a scenic 12-mile hike to the Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park. The historic Black River Harbor Recreation Area also features a stone and wood pavilion constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, docking and fuel services for day and transient boaters, a boat launch, and a large picnic area. The area is popular for fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, bird watching, and photography. The Black River Harbor Boating Club sponsors an annual fishing derby over Labor Day weekend. For a panoramic view of the area, visitors can drive to nearby Copper Peak International Ski Flying Hill, a 17-story steel ski jump with an elevator to the top.
Directions
From Ironwood, travel east on US 2 to Powderhorn Road, turn left and travel approximately 3 miles to CR 513, turn left onto CR 513 and travel approximately 11 miles to Black River Harbor Recreation Area. From Wakefield, travel west on US 2 to Powderhorn Road, turn right and travel approximately 3 miles to CR 513, turn left onto CR 513 and travel approximately 11 miles to the recreation area.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $100 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| mdsimpson@fs.fed.us | |
| Phone | +1 (906) 932-1330 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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