Fort Wilkins State Park Campground
Closed — The campground is closed for the season and typically operates from late spring through fall. The east loop is currently closed through summer 2026 for electrical system and campsite upgrades. The west campground, mini cabin, and Lake Fanny Hooe cabin remain available for reservations. A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for entry.
Winter Storm Warning issued January 19 at 2:12AM EST until January 19 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Moderate to heavy snowfall rates and blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 4 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions and very difficult to near impossible travel conditions at times. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Windchills will fall into the -15F to -25F range this morning.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 1:44AM EST until January 20 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 30 below expected. * WHERE...Keweenaw and Northern Houghton Counties. * WHEN...Until 9 AM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
About
Located at the northern tip of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula, Fort Wilkins Historic State Park Campground offers 159 modern campsites split between east and west loops. The east campground features sunny sites with 20/30-amp service, while the west campground provides shady sites including nine 50-amp pull-through sites. Both loops have centrally located modern restroom facilities with showers, and free WiFi is available during summer months. The campground provides easy access to Lake Fanny Hooe, a quarter-mile of rocky Lake Superior shoreline, and a sandy beach on Lake Manganese. On-site amenities include a camp store (Simple Adventures), playgrounds, laundry facilities in the east campground, and a sanitation station. Anglers can fish for walleye, trout, and splake in the 227-acre Lake Fanny Hooe. Beyond camping, the park features a restored 1844 military outpost with 19 buildings and living history programs, two 1860s lighthouses accessible by boat tour, extensive hiking and mountain biking trails connecting to the Copper Harbor Trails network, and a boat launch on Lake Fanny Hooe. The campground also offers rustic cabins and a group use area for larger parties.
Directions
Located at 15223 U.S. Highway 41, Copper Harbor, Michigan, at the northern tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $24 - $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 289-4215 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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