Freighter View Campsite On Grand Island
Reservations required Memorial Day through Columbus Day via Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 4 consecutive days. A $5 per person Grand Island user permit fee applies, which is included in the ferry fare. Walk-in camping permitted during non-peak seasons. Campers must arrive by 7:00 p.m. on reservation day or the site will be released.
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 20 at 3:49AM EDT until September 20 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected due to high wave action and strong rip currents. * WHERE...Marquette and Alger Counties. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through this evening. * IMPACTS...High wave action and dangerous currents will lead to life threatening swimming conditions. Waves in rapid succession can tire swimmers quickly. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current related fatalities and rescues in the past have occurred due to similar wave conditions at locations listed below: For Marquette County: Middle Bay north of Presque Isle and at Little Presque Isle. For Alger County: The Au Train River mouth at Au Train, the exposed regions of Grand Marais Harbor, and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
Temporary closure and re-route for Rim Trail Improvements Project
The Grand Island Rim Trail project, funded by the Great American Outdoors Act, is underway. The project will improve the trail with updated culverts, grading and trail stabilization. Areas to be updated include sections from Shelter Ridge toward North Point on the north end, between Preservation…
FR 3303 (Dam Road) closure for bridge replacement on Brevoort River
The bridge on FR 3303 (Dam Road) on the Brevoort River is being replaced and the area will be closed Monday, June 22 through Monday, August 31. Closure area begins approximately 2.1 miles from Brevoort Lake Road. Visitors should expect to see heavy equipment and workers in the area, and find an…
About
Freighter View Campsite sits on Grand Island, a remote wilderness island in Lake Superior accessible only by passenger ferry or private watercraft from Munising, Michigan. The campsite requires a substantial 9-mile hike from Williams Landing through deep hardwood forests and along Lake Superior's shoreline. This is true backcountry camping suited for experienced hikers seeking solitude. The site is primitive with a 10x10 foot tent pad and 12-foot clearance. Amenities are minimal: a campfire ring and bear locker or pole for food storage. There are no restroom facilities at this specific site. Campers must treat or filter water from nearby sources, as the nearest potable water is at Murray Bay Day Use Area or Williams Landing. All trash and supplies must be packed in and out. Grand Island offers breathtaking overlooks, pristine sandy beaches, and fascinating cultural sites. Black bears are present on the island, making proper food storage essential. Mosquitoes and black flies can be severe from mid-May through mid-July, so bring insect repellent and head nets.
Directions
Grand Island is located in Lake Superior, about half a mile from Munising, Michigan. Take the passenger ferry from Grand Island Landing on M-28, approximately 2.5 miles west of downtown Munising. From Williams Landing on the island, hike approximately 9 miles to reach the Freighter View Campsite. Private watercraft may also be used to access the island.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 387-2512 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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