Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground
4.6661 reviewsBlind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground
Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
17 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Quick Facts
Price
Varies
Booking
Walk-in Only
Sites
17 campsites
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Not Allowed
Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground
No fees available
Campsite Fees
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
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
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Provider(906) 658-3338
What Campers Say
4.66
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Based on 61 reviews
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"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."
Best Time to Camp at Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground
The campground welcomes visitors year-round without formal seasonal restrictions, though summer brings the best conditions for paddling, fishing, and enjoying those legendary Upper Peninsula sunsets. Expect classic U.P. weather—warm, pleasant summers perfect for water activities, and the kind of remote location that delivers spectacularly dark night skies for stargazing. The seasonal crowds here are refreshingly thin, making it easy to find solitude even during peak summer months.
Spring (Mar-May)
Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.
Best
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.
Fall (Sep-Nov)
Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.
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About Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground
Tucked away in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Blind Sucker No. 1 offers the kind of rustic, off-the-grid camping experience that feels like a true northwoods secret. This minimally developed state forest campground sits right on the Blind Sucker Wildlife Flooding, where you can paddle straight from your campsite and hike the 7.3-mile Blind Sucker Pathway that winds through camp, all just minutes from Lake Superior's wild shoreline.
Rustic state forest campground serving tent campers and trailer users; primitive facilities and first-come, first-served sites.
Weather and SeasonsThe campground welcomes visitors year-round without formal seasonal restrictions, though summer brings the best conditions for paddling, fishing, and enjoying those legendary Upper Peninsula sunsets. Expect classic U.P. weather—warm, pleasant summers perfect for water activities, and the kind of remote location that delivers spectacularly dark night skies for stargazing. The seasonal crowds here are refreshingly thin, making it easy to find solitude even during peak summer months.
Natural Features and SceneryImagine waking up to mist rising off the Blind Sucker River's impounded waters, your tent nestled among towering mixed forest while lily pads and reeds dance in the morning breeze. This is camping the way it was meant to be—quiet, intimate, and deeply connected to nature. Several campsites are positioned so close to the water that you can practically roll your kayak or canoe out of your tent and onto the flooding's glassy surface. The Blind Sucker Pathway meanders right through camp, offering 7.3 miles of hiking that connects to the legendary North Country Trail, while backwater channels create perfect habitat for wildlife watching and peaceful paddling exploration.
Geological RegionLuce County, eastern Upper Peninsula (Blind Sucker Wildlife Flooding area)
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Campsite details
Total Campsites17 campsites
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Stay Limit
15-day maximum stay
Tents
Tents are allowed
RV vehicles
RV vehicles are not allowed
Primitive
Primitive are allowed
Reservable
Reservations are not allowed
Reservation PlatformsMIDNRReservations.com
Amenities available
Potable water
Vault toilets
Activities you can enjoy
Quiet, woodland campground centered on the Blind Sucker Flooding with opportunities for paddling, fishing, wildlife viewing and trail access.
Hiking
Blind Sucker Pathway (7.3 miles) runs through/adjacent to the campground and connects to the North Country Trail; short hikes lead to the Lake Superior shore (about 0.8 mile on the Pathway).Fishing
Fishing in the Blind Sucker Flooding for species noted as pike, perch and panfish; nearby Muskallonge Lake also noted as a fishing opportunity.Advertisement
Campground rules
- Pets are not allowed
Hazards
General hazardsWetland 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.
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Common complaintsRough, washboard access road; bugs/mosquitoes noted by multiple reviewers; occasional discoloration of hand-pump water reported; limited facilities consistent with a rustic site.
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Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground
Driving directionsLocated in Luce County, 34 miles northwest of Newberry via M-123 and County Road 407. Lake Superior access: hike a 0.8-mile section of the Blind Sucker Pathway or drive 0.5 miles west on County Road 407.
Accessible via M-123 and County Road 407; campground is reached on county roads (reports note some rough/washboard conditions).Nearby places
Newberry — 34 miles (southeast)
Reviews from booking and map sources
4.7
61 reviews
Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% 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 61 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 61 reviewsPro 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...
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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...
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