Fort Wilkins State Park Campground

About

Fort Wilkins Historic State Park Campground occupies a prime location on the northern tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula, surrounded by the waters of Lake Fanny Hooe and just a short distance from Lake Superior. The 179-site modern campground is divided into two loops: the East Loop (sites 1-81) and West Loop (sites 101-179). Sites offer electric hookups with both 30 and 50 amp service available, with the larger 50-amp pull-through sites (140-160) accommodating bigger RVs. Campground facilities include modern restrooms with flush toilets and hot showers in both loops, a 24-hour laundry building with washers and dryers, drinking water spigots throughout, and a well-maintained dump station. Complimentary WiFi is available with strongest signal near the restroom buildings. Each campsite comes equipped with a fire ring, grill, and picnic table. Beyond camping, the park preserves an 1844 military outpost with 19 surviving buildings including 12 original structures, plus two 1860s lighthouses on Lake Superior. Ranger-led programs run June through August. A quarter-mile sandy beach on Lake Manganese, an accessible fishing pier, boat launch, and interpretive trails round out the recreational opportunities at this Keweenaw National Historical Park Heritage Site.

Directions

Located at 15223 U.S. Highway 41 in Copper Harbor, Michigan. From Houghton, take US-41 north approximately 47 miles through Calumet and continue to the end of the Keweenaw Peninsula.