Grand Sable Lake Boat-in Site
Open year-round with required backcountry permit. Vault toilet and bear box are seasonal amenities. Reservations through Recreation.gov; no walk-up permits available.
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.
About
Grand Sable Lake Boat-In Site provides a unique backcountry camping experience on Michigan's Upper Peninsula, accessible only by canoe, kayak, or small motorboat (50 HP limit on lake). Established in 2008 per the park's General Management Plan, this single campsite offers quiet solitude on the east shore of Grand Sable Lake, roughly half a mile south of the boat launch. The setting features views of the Grand Sable Dunes and surrounding forest. The site includes essential backcountry amenities: one fire ring for campfires, a seasonal vault toilet, a bear-resistant food storage locker, and a designated boat landing. Water is available from Grand Sable Lake but must be boiled for one full minute or filtered through a one-micron filter before drinking. Campers must pack out all trash and follow Leave No Trace principles. A backcountry camping permit is required year-round and must be reserved in advance through Recreation.gov. The site accommodates a maximum of 6 people with 2 tents, and stays are limited to 3 consecutive nights. Check-in is at 1:00 PM and checkout by 12:00 PM.
Directions
Launch from the Grand Sable Lake boat launch, located approximately 3 miles southwest of Grand Marais off H-58. Paddle east along the shoreline for about half a mile to reach the campsite on the lake's east shore.
Nearby Campgrounds
Location
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $5 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 387-3700 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Photos
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!