McLain State Park Campground

Open — The campground is currently open. Sites 1-91 and the Driftwood Tiny House will close during the 2026 season for electrical upgrades and will reopen in phases. Sites 100-135 and the cabins remain open and unaffected by construction.

About

F.J. McLain State Park Campground is situated on 443 acres along 2 miles of sandy Lake Superior beach in the heart of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula. The modern campground is divided into two sections: sites 1-91 are smaller and set directly along the Lake Superior shoreline, while sites 100-135 are larger. Most sites are shaded by mature trees and offer 30-amp or 50-amp electrical service. The campground includes modern restroom facilities with flush toilets and showers, a sanitation station with potable water, and pull-through sites available. Beyond traditional campsites, the park offers six mini cabins along the lakeshore, each sleeping four people with electricity, a hot plate, mini fridge, and microwave. A tiny house overlooking Lake Superior and an accessible camper cabin in the woods provide additional lodging options. All cabins have electricity but no running water; guests use the campground fill station. The park is renowned for its spectacular sunsets and views of the Keweenaw Waterway Lighthouse. Visitors enjoy swimming on sandy beaches, paddling in Lake Superior and the Portage Canal, beachcombing, rock hounding, and berry picking. The day-use area features a beach house with concessions, picnic shelters, and a playground. The park serves as an excellent base for exploring the western Upper Peninsula, including Keweenaw National Historic Park's copper mining history, abandoned mine structures, and ghost towns. Pets are welcome throughout the park on 6-foot leashes.

Directions

18350 Highway M-203, Hancock, Michigan 49930. The park is located on M-203 between Hancock and Calumet on the Keweenaw Peninsula.

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