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.
Flood Watch issued April 12 at 2:10AM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Heavy rain may fall on a deep primed snowpack leading to the melt increasing. Flows in rivers may increase quickly and reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central Upper and western Upper Michigan, including the following areas, in central Upper Michigan, Alger, Baraga, Delta, Dickinson, Iron, Luce, Marquette, Menominee, Northern Schoolcraft and Southern Schoolcraft. In western Upper Michigan, Gogebic, Keweenaw, Northern Houghton, Ontonagon and Southern Houghton. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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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