Is Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Are there showers at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground?

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground have?

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground has 17 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground?

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground offers: Restrooms, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground?

Popular activities at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

4.50

72 reviews

Summer Destination

Featured in:Fishing Camping Michigan

Quick Facts

659 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

17 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Check Availability Official Website

Get Directions

Quick Facts

659 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

17 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Check Availability Official Website

Get Directions

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

No fees available

Campsite Fees

Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk at each campground.

No paid fee categories listed.

Share this campground

Michigan

Provider

(906) 658-3338

I manage this campground

Ask Camp Sage about Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

Availability, what to pack, similar spots — ask anything and get an instant answer.

Campground Map

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

46.6693, -85.7618

Nearby places

Newberry — 34 miles (southeast)

Weather at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

Best Time to Camp at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

Summer is the best window, with daytime highs in the mid-60s to low-80s°F and nights in the mid-40s to mid-50s°F. Long daylight hours make evening paddles worthwhile, and the forest roads and pathway stay dry for hiking and biking. Crowds remain light even in peak months. Bugs and mosquitoes are a known issue. Bring repellent. The campground is open year-round, but summer is when paddling, boating, and warm-water fishing are at their peak.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Summer described as the best window: long daylight, pleasant temps and great evening paddles.

Planning Tips

About Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

Blind Sucker No. 1 sits on the edge of the Blind Sucker Wildlife Flooding in Michigan's eastern Upper Peninsula, a 17-site primitive campground where you can paddle straight from your tent. First-come, first-served. Many sites line the water, and the 7.3-mile Blind Sucker Pathway runs through camp. Expect a quiet, rustic experience and a rough access road.

Rustic state forest campground serving tent campers and trailer users; primitive facilities and first-come, first-served sites.

Weather and SeasonsSummer is the best window, with daytime highs in the mid-60s to low-80s°F and nights in the mid-40s to mid-50s°F. Long daylight hours make evening paddles worthwhile, and the forest roads and pathway stay dry for hiking and biking. Crowds remain light even in peak months. Bugs and mosquitoes are a known issue. Bring repellent. The campground is open year-round, but summer is when paddling, boating, and warm-water fishing are at their peak.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground borders the Blind Sucker River's impounded waters at 659 feet elevation, surrounded by mixed northern forest. Several sites sit close enough to the flooding that you can launch a kayak or canoe directly from camp. Lily pads and reeds line the backwater channels. The Blind Sucker Pathway winds through the campground and connects to the North Country Trail. The flooding creates good habitat for wildlife viewing, and the remote location delivers dark skies for stargazing. Lake Superior beaches are a short drive away.

Geological RegionLuce County, eastern Upper Peninsula (Blind Sucker Wildlife Flooding area)

Scenic ViewsQuiet backwater views of the Blind Sucker Flooding from many sites; shoreline vegetation, slow-moving channels and nearby forested scenery. Lake Superior vistas are available after a short hike or drive to the lakeshore.

Best Campsites

Curated by campers, for campers

Reveal picks

Reserving a campsite

Stay Limit

15-day maximum stay

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Reservation PlatformsMIDNRReservations.com

Total Campsites17 campsites

Best CampsitesSites on or very near the water are the most sought-after for views, privacy, and easy boat access. Reviewers recommend arriving early to claim a waterfront spot, since the campground operates first-come, first-served.

Amenities available

There are vault toilets. Potable (drinking) water is available from a hand-pump well. No electrical available.

Potable water

Vault toilets

I manage this campground

Activities you can enjoy

Quiet, woodland campground centered on the Blind Sucker Flooding with opportunities for paddling, fishing, wildlife viewing and trail access.

Hiking

Fishing

Biking

Boating

Wildlife viewing

Planning your trip?Check out our camping packing checklist

Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsWetland environment can produce heavy insect activity (mosquitoes) in warm months; boat launch is reported to be tight for larger boats. Remote location with potentially spotty cell coverage. Standard wildlife precautions recommended.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

Trip Planning Tools

Set an AlertGet notified when sites open up Check WeatherHistorical weather data Gear for This TripMatched gear recommendations Packing ListCustomizable checklist

Questions & answers

Researching this campground? Ask anything — other campers and our team will weigh in. No visit required.

Tips from campers

Short heads-ups about the road in, gear quirks, timing, and more. You don't have to have been here to share what you know.

Reviews

Rate Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

Been here? Tap a star to start. Takes about a minute.

Sign-in required only if you want your name on it.

From Booking Sources

4.5

72 reviews

Recommended

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Overall highly positive user sentiment: visitors repeatedly describe the campground as quiet, peaceful, scenic and well suited to rustic northwoods camping with many waterfront sites.

Review Summaries

Based on 72 reviews

What Campers Love

Quiet, uncrowded and peaceful setting; many campsites on or very near the water with easy paddling and fishing access; close to Lake Superior beaches; described as a well-maintained rustic experience.

Based on 72 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Arrive early to secure preferred sites (first-come, first-served). Bring insect repellent and be prepared for minimal services. If using the hand pump, users report pumping/clearing the line (or...

Based on 72 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Nice quiet campground"; "Relaxing and peaceful. Love it here!"; "Beautiful rustic camping with plenty of spots on the water."; "Bring big spray.!!!!"; "Great site, but a rough, washboard road to get...

Based on 72 reviews

Outdoorithm Community

Be the first to review this campground

Every adventure creates another. Share what you learned so the next camper feels a little more prepared heading out.

Go if

Kayakers and canoe campers who want to launch from their site and don't need hookups. Waterfront sites go fast in summer, so arrive early. The 7.3-mile Blind Sucker Pathway connects right through camp and reaches Lake Superior in under a mile.

Skip if

The washboard access road, hand-pump water (bring your own to be safe), no showers, no cell signal, and thick summer mosquitoes add up fast. If any of those are deal-breakers, this first-come rustic camp won't meet the bar.

Nearby Campgrounds

Frequently Visited

4.5

(72)

Blind Sucker No. 2 State Forest Campground

Blind Sucker No. 2 sits along the Blind Sucker Flooding in Michigan's eastern Upper Peninsula, a quiet state forest campground with 31 wooded sites available first-come, first-served. The campground offers vault toilets and hand-pump well water, with several sites directly on the water. It's rarely full, even on summer weekends.