Merchant Cabin located on Grand Island
Open

Open for reservations through Recreation.gov. Ferry service operates spring through fall. Beginning in fall and throughout winter, ferry service closes and access is only by personal watercraft or, if the lake is frozen, on foot or by snowmobile. Call 906-387-2600 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. EST before arrival for cabin combination codes.

Hiawatha National Forest

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…

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…

Hiawatha National Forest

Haymeadow Trail and Bridge Closed

The Haymeadow Creek Hiking Trail Bridge is closed until it can be repaired or replaced. -- Located on the hiking loop near Haymeadow Creek Dispersed Campsites, the bridge failed an inspection due to significant rot. We will update this notice as repairs are implemented. (4/2018),(4/2021).The…

About

Grand Island Cabins provide a unique opportunity to stay overnight on Grand Island, a congressionally designated National Recreation Area surrounded by Lake Superior. The island features massive 300-foot sandstone cliffs, old-growth forests, pristine beaches, and miles of trails for hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. Two rustic cabins are available: Merchant Cabin near the ferry landing and Sunset Cabin located 3.6 miles inland on the West Rim Trail. Each 14x16-foot cabin includes an attached screened porch, four full-size bunk beds sleeping up to eight people, an outdoor picnic table, and a campfire ring with cooking grate. Firewood is supplied. A covered pit toilet serves each cabin. These are primitive accommodations with no electricity, running water, or trash service. Guests must bring drinking water, food, dishes, utensils, toilet paper, bedding, pillows, garbage bags, and lanterns. Transportation to and from the island is the guest's responsibility via Grand Island Ferry Service or personal watercraft. Generators are prohibited.

Directions

Take the Grand Island Ferry from Munising, Michigan to the island. Merchant Cabin is near Williams Landing ferry dock. Sunset Cabin is located on the West Rim Trail approximately 3.6 miles from the ferry landing, accessible by hiking or biking.

Amenities

Water No
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 $120

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (906) 202-1778

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile None

Availability

Photos

Merchant Cabin located on Grand Island
Exterior of Merchant Cabin
Walkway leading to the Grand Island Cabins
Grand Island Recreation Area Sign located at the ferry landing near Munising, MI

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