How much does camping cost at Bewabic Hike-In Camp?

Camping fees at Bewabic Hike-In Camp range from $17/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Bewabic Hike-In Camp first-come first-served or reservation?

Bewabic Hike-In Camp operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Can I see photos of campsites at Bewabic Hike-In Camp before I book?

Yes! Bewabic Hike-In Camp has 3 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Bewabic Hike-In Camp?

Yes, Bewabic Hike-In Camp has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

How many campsites does Bewabic Hike-In Camp have?

Bewabic Hike-In Camp has 7 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Bewabic Hike-In Camp?

Yes, pets are allowed at Bewabic Hike-In Camp. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Bewabic Hike-In Camp?

Bewabic Hike-In Camp offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Bewabic Hike-In Camp?

Popular activities at Bewabic Hike-In Camp include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Bewabic Hike-In Camp

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Bewabic Hike-In Camp

$17.00 - $17.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Nightly fee: $17 (per scraped DNR data).

Standard Site Fee$0.00

Hookup Site Fee$0.00

Premium Site Fee$0.00

Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00

Group Site Fee$0.00

Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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4.48

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Based on 111 reviews

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Bewabic Hike-In Camp

46.0895, -88.4345

Best Time to Camp at Bewabic Hike-In Camp

Summer brings the warmest conditions and full services. Daytime temperatures typically range from the upper 60s to low 80s°F, while nights cool to the mid-40s to low-60s°F. Fortune Lake is comfortable for swimming and boating. Mosquitoes and ticks are active spring through summer, so bring repellent. Midweek visits avoid the holiday weekend crowds.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Full services, warm swimming temps, sandy beach and summer showers; peak season appeal.

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About Bewabic Hike-In Camp

Bewabic Hike-in Camp offers seven primitive tent sites along Fortune Lake, each a short 100–200 yard walk from parking. The campground provides fire rings, picnic tables, flush toilets, and hot showers during summer. Sites run $17 per night.

Hike‑in campsites located within the larger campground; sites require a short walk from parking and are wooded and tent‑friendly.

Weather and SeasonsSummer brings the warmest conditions and full services. Daytime temperatures typically range from the upper 60s to low 80s°F, while nights cool to the mid-40s to low-60s°F. Fortune Lake is comfortable for swimming and boating. Mosquitoes and ticks are active spring through summer, so bring repellent. Midweek visits avoid the holiday weekend crowds.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground sits within Bewabic State Park on the wooded shoreline of Fortune Lake. Towering mixed forest covers rolling, hilly terrain shaped by glacial activity, with rocky glacial features scattered throughout. A sandy beach provides lake access for swimming and paddling. Scenic trails wind through the hills and along the water, with a larger hiking loop branching off loop C. The terrain's elevation changes and dense tree cover create natural privacy between sites.

Geological RegionWestern Upper Peninsula — wooded lakeshore of Fortune Lake with rolling, hilly terrain and glacial rocky features

Scenic ViewsWooded, forested surroundings with intermittent lake views and trails that run near Fortune Lake; many sites are well‑buffered by trees for a secluded feel.

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Total Campsites7 campsites

Best CampsitesWooded interior and edge sites offer the most privacy. Several reviewers mention B-lot sites positively. Avoid sites near the playground or bathrooms if you want more seclusion. The hike-in format naturally creates quieter, more secluded camping than the park's drive-in loops.

Amenities available

Hike‑in sites are outfitted with a firepit and picnic table. Potable water, flush toilets and showers are available in the nearby campground bathroom building (showers available during the summer season only).

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Activities you can enjoy

Wooded, lakeside park offering hiking, biking, lake swimming and paddling, fishing, and winter trail uses; trails are described as hilly and scenic.

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Hazards & AlertsHilly trails can be challenging for less‑mobile visitors. Typical regional hazards include mosquitoes and ticks; standard food storage to avoid attracting wildlife is advised.

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4.5

111 reviews

Recommended

Bewabic Hike-In Camp is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Google reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising clean, quiet, well‑maintained, wooded and roomy sites, scenic/hilly trails, and lake/beach access. A few comments note older facilities or isolated negative staff interactions.

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Based on 111 reviews

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Clean, quiet and well‑maintained campground; roomy, well‑buffered wooded sites that provide privacy; scenic hiking trails and easy access to Fortune Lake for swimming, paddling and fishing; clean...

Based on 111 reviews

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Choose interior or edge wooded sites (B‑lot cited positively by a reviewer) to maximize privacy; avoid sites next to the playground or bathrooms if you want more seclusion; reviewers note clean...

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Bewabic Hike-In Camp

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Official information for Bewabic Hike-In Camp from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

Campsites are located within the modern campground and require a 100- to 200-yard walk down a pathway.

Campsites are outfitted with a firepit and picnic table. Potable water, flush toilets and showers are available in the nearby campground bathroom building (during the summer season only).

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