Norway Lake Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. The campground gate closed at 12:00 p.m. CT on October 20, 2025. Scheduled to reopen with full services the Friday before Memorial Day 2026 (May 22, 2026). First-come, first-served only, no advance reservations.
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:03PM EDT until April 20 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Michigan... Sturgeon River near Alston affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties. East Branch Escanaba River at Gwinn affecting Marquette County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan... Sturgeon River near Chassell affecting Baraga and Houghton Counties. Paint River at Crystal Falls (Paint) affecting Iron County. Sturgeon River near Nahma Junction affecting Delta County. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. This approaches the flood of record. * WHERE...Paint River at Crystal Falls (Paint). * WHEN...Until early Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 5.0 feet, At 5 feet the lowest portions of the Robert Olson Walking Trail begin to flood At 5.5 feet, 3500 - cfs - River exceeds bankfull stage At 7.0 feet, 5600 - cfs - Waterfront park areas near the M-69 bridge and low lying areas along the river in Crystal Falls become inundated. At 8.0 feet, Parking lot of roadside park upstream of M-69 begins to flood * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:10 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 7.7 feet. - Bankfull stage is 5.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:10 PM CDT Wednesday was 7.7 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.1 feet early Friday morning. It will then fall below flood stage early Sunday afternoon. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 6.7 feet on 04/30/2020. - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 9:48PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin...Michigan... Brule River near Commonwealth affecting Forest, Iron, Florence and Dickinson Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring. This approaches the flood of record. * WHERE...Brule River near Commonwealth. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 13.5 feet, flood waters approach seasonal homes northeast of Florence. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 13.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 PM CDT Wednesday was 13.7 feet. - Forecast...No forecast is available for this location. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued April 15 at 9:21PM CDT until April 20 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Green Bay WI
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Wisconsin...Michigan... Menominee River near Florence affecting Iron, Florence and Dickinson Counties. Menominee River near Niagara affecting Marinette, Florence, Menominee and Dickinson Counties. Menominee River near Vulcan affecting Marinette, Menominee and Dickinson Counties. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Wisconsin...Michigan... Menominee River near Koss affecting Menominee and Marinette Counties. Menominee River near McAllister affecting Menominee and Marinette Counties. For the Menominee River...including Florence, Twin Falls Dam-Iron Mountain, Vulcan, Niagara, Pembine, Menominee River at White Rapids Dam, Koss, McAllister...Minor, Moderate and Major flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Menominee River near Florence. * WHEN...Until Monday evening. * IMPACTS...At 10.0 feet, Flood waters reach a few homes and cottages along Runbers Road. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 9.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 PM CDT Wednesday was 10.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 10.2 feet tomorrow evening. It will then fall below flood stage late Monday morning. - Flood stage is 9.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 10.2 feet on 06/02/1970. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 15 at 8:04PM EDT until April 16 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Visibility 1/4 mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Portions of central Upper and western Upper Michigan. * WHEN...Until 10 AM EDT /9 AM CDT/ Thursday. * IMPACTS...Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous.
Flood Watch issued April 15 at 3:55PM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
* WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central Upper and western Upper Michigan, including the following areas, in central Upper Michigan, Alger, Baraga, Delta, Dickinson, Iron, Luce, Marquette, Menominee, Northern Schoolcraft and Southern Schoolcraft. In western Upper Michigan, Keweenaw, Northern Houghton and Southern Houghton. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Norway Lake Campground is located on the Kenton Ranger District in Iron County, about 8 miles southeast of Sidnaw. This two-loop campground provides a unique camping experience among towering red pines, with 27 drive-in sites that can accommodate tents, trailers, and motor homes. Each campsite is naturally screened by vegetation and includes a wood picnic table, fire ring, lantern post, and parking spur. The campground features three sets of vault toilets, two hand pumps providing drinking water, and a covered picnic shelter. Adjacent to the campground, visitors will find a concrete boat landing, parking areas, a change house, and a day-use picnic area. Norway Lake is a popular destination for fishing, with walleye, bass, and panfish available. The lake is ideal for both motorized and non-motorized boating, including canoeing and kayaking. Nearby, the Deer Marsh Interpretive Trail offers approximately 3 miles of looped trail through pine forests and northern hardwoods, with viewing platforms and interpretive signs. Wildlife viewing opportunities include whitetail deer, beaver, waterfowl, owls, and eagles.
Directions
From Sidnaw, take Sidnaw Road south approximately 5.5 miles to FR 2400, turn left onto FR 2400 and travel 2 miles to campground. From Iron River, take County Road 657 north approximately 15 miles, turn slight right onto FR 2130, travel approximately 9.5 miles on FR 2130 to Sidnaw Road, turn right onto Sidnaw Road and travel 3.5 miles north, turn right onto FR 2400 and travel 2 miles to campground.
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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 | $22 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (906) 852-3500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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