Recreation area located at the Flowing Well Campground on the Hiawatha National Forest

Flowing Well Campground

Closed

Closed for the season. Opens May 15, 2026 and operates through September 15. Reservations available via Recreation.gov.

Hiawatha National Forest

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…

Hiawatha National Forest

Repaving Monocle Lake Campground

The Monocle Lake Campground repaving project will take place during the autumn of 2026 and spring of 2027. It is scheduled during the regular seasonal campground closure. The schedule is weather dependent and therefore subject to change. Those traveling in the area should remain alert for work…

Hiawatha National Forest

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…

About

Flowing Well Campground occupies a scenic stretch along the Sturgeon River in the Hiawatha National Forest, roughly 10 miles inland from Lake Michigan's northern shore. The campground serves as a launch point and rest stop for paddlers on the 41-mile Sturgeon River Canoe Trail, which weaves through heavily forested terrain with multiple access points along its length. The six standard non-electric sites are spread among large trees and seasonal wildflowers, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Most sites also have grills. Accessible vault toilets and a hand-pump well provide basic services, though the well water has a distinctive iron and sulfur taste. The campground accommodates both tent and RV camping, limited to one unit per site. Fishing for brook trout, steelhead, and salmon draws anglers to the Sturgeon River throughout the season. The surrounding Hiawatha National Forest offers additional hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities in this quiet corner of the Upper Peninsula.

Directions

From Rapid River, drive east 13.4 miles on US 2 to Forest Highway 13. Turn left (north) on FH 13 and drive 2.8 miles to the campground.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers No
Electric Hookups —
Water Hookups —
Sewer Hookups —
Camp Store No
Price $26

Vehicle

Max RV Length 25ft
Max Trailer Length 25ft
Big Rig Friendly —
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (906) 428-5800

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Recreation area located at the Flowing Well Campground on the Hiawatha National Forest
Fall colors at the recreation area located at the Flowing Well Campground
Restrooms located at the Flowing Well Campground
The fountain located at the Flowing Well Campground on the Hiawatha National Forest
Recreation area located at the Flowing Well Campground
The USFS sign located off of Forest Highway 13, indicating the location of the Flowing Well Campground

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