Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

4.62

72 reviews

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Quick Facts

659 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

17 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Quick Facts

659 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

17 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

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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

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What Campers Say

4.62

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Based on 72 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."

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Campground Map

Blind Sucker No. 1 State Forest Campground

46.6693, -85.7618

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)

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.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Summer best for paddling, fishing and enjoying Upper Peninsula sunsets as noted.

Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Fall offers foliage, quieter trails and continued paddling/fishing opportunities.

Spring(Mar-May)

3.5 / 5

Good for paddling and wildlife in spring, though conditions can be wet and buggy.

Winter(Dec-Feb)

2.5 / 5

Open year-round but cold UP winters and lack of winter-activity details limit appeal.

Planning Tips

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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Stay Limit

15-day maximum stay

Amenities available

Potable water

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Activities you can enjoy

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

HikingBlind 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).

FishingFishing in the Blind Sucker Flooding for species noted as pike, perch and panfish; nearby Muskallonge Lake also noted as a fishing opportunity.

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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.

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Reviews

4.6

72 reviews

Top-Rated

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 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...

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