J.W. Wells State Park Campground

About

Established in 1925, J.W. Wells State Park encompasses 700 acres along three miles of Green Bay shoreline in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The modern campground is divided into north and south loops, with most sites positioned flat and offering views of Lake Michigan. Each site has access to 30- or 50-amp electrical service, and the campground includes modern restroom and shower facilities plus a sanitation station for RV campers. The park offers a designated sandy swimming beach separate from the rockier shoreline near camping areas. Family-friendly amenities include a large accessible playground, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, and nature education programming. Five rustic cabins ranging from one-room layouts sleeping 8-12 guests to a three-room cabin are available year-round. Beyond camping, the park features hiking trails with three warming shelters supporting winter activities including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing on Green Bay. A Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry. Reservations are made through MidNRReservations.com.

Directions

Located on Highway M-35, approximately 30 miles south of Escanaba and 25 miles north of Menominee in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The park entrance is at N7670 Highway M-35, Cedar River.