Michigan / Alger County / Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (Federal Unit)

Hurricane River Campground

Closed — Closed for the winter season. The campground operates May 15 through October 15 by reservation only through Recreation.gov.

About

Hurricane River Campground sits within Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, 12 miles west of Grand Marais on County Road H-58. The campground features 21 reservable sites divided between two distinct loops. The lower loop contains 11 sites and serves as the trailhead for the Au Sable Light Station, a 1.5-mile walk along the North Country Trail featuring views of Lake Superior, historic shipwreck remains, and Jacobsville sandstone formations. The upper loop offers 10 sites nestled in northern Michigan hardwood forest, providing a more secluded woodland camping experience. Both loops include one wheelchair-accessible campsite and several generator-free sites for those seeking a quieter experience. Each site includes a picnic table, fire ring with grill grate, and tent pad. The campground provides seasonal potable water and vault toilets but no hookups, showers, or electric service. Cell phone reception is typically unavailable, making this an ideal location to disconnect. The rustic campground features dirt camping pads and pathways. Due to limited turning radius and parking site lengths, the National Park Service recommends single vehicles no longer than 36 feet and combined vehicle/trailer lengths no more than 42 feet. All camping requires advance reservations through Recreation.gov.

Directions

Located 12 miles west of Grand Marais on Alger County Road H-58. Access the park via M-28 and M-94 to Munising on the west, or M-77 to Grand Marais on the east. County Road H-58 runs through the park. Roads may be closed in winter due to snow.

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