Murray Bay Group Campsite On Grand Islan
Open for the 2026 season from May 24 through October 14. Reservations via Recreation.gov are required Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Off-season use does not require reservations. Maximum stay is 4 consecutive nights. A $5 per person Grand Island user permit fee applies in addition to the $35 nightly site fee.
Special Weather Statement issued October 10 at 5:47PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Gusty southerly winds as high as 30mph, combined with dry and warm conditions and minimal recent rainfall continue lead to elevated wildfire potential through Sunday across most of the U.P. Obey local burn restrictions. Immediately report any wildfires to local emergency services by calling 911. Burn restrictions remain in effect. For complete details, visit www.dnr.state.mi.us/burnpermits, or by calling 866-922-2876.
Brevoort Lake Autumn Drawdown
Residents of Brevoort Lake should take notice that the Hiawatha National Forest will start the draw down of Brevoort Lake starting in October. The purpose of the draw down is to minimize the development of ice dams during the spring melt. The lake will be drawn down gradually over the next few…
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…
About
Murray Bay Group Campsite sits on the sandy shores of Murray Bay on Grand Island, a congressionally designated National Recreation Area in Lake Superior. The island offers pristine beaches, dense hardwood forests, scenic overlooks, inland lakes, and miles of hiking and biking trails. This group site accommodates 7-25 campers and provides a remote backcountry experience with Lake Superior as your backdrop. Access requires taking a passenger ferry from Grand Island Landing near Munising, then hiking, biking, or paddling approximately 2.5 miles to the campsite. No motorized vehicles are permitted on the island. The site includes vault toilets, picnic tables, campfire rings with grills, and bear poles or lockers for required food storage. Drinking water is available at the nearby Murray Bay Day Use Area, as well as at Williams Landing, Juniper Flats, and Farrell Cottage. Black bears are active on the island, so proper food storage is mandatory. Campers should also be prepared for intense mosquitoes and black flies from mid-May through mid-July. There are no trash facilities on the island; all waste must be packed out.
Directions
Grand Island is in Lake Superior, about 0.5 miles from Munising, Michigan. Take a passenger ferry from Grand Island Landing on M-28, approximately 3 miles north of downtown Munising between Munising and Christmas. From Williams Landing on the island, hike, bike, or paddle approximately 2.5 miles to Murray Bay. Private watercraft may land at Murray Bay beach but cannot be left at the main dock. Ferry schedule and reservations: grandislandup.com or (906) 387-2600.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| 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 | $35 |
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 | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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