Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp

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Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp
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Quick Facts

1,129 ft

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

3 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

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Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp
$17.00 - $17.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Nightly campsite fee $17.
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

4.69

Top-Rated

Based on 23 reviews

19 Google reviews

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"Reviews are overwhelmingly positive: visitors praise the solitude, wooded setting, and proximity to trails; many long-term repeat campers."

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Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp

Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp

46.7539, -89.6794

Driving directionsAccess via South Boundary Road and interior park roads; GPS can be unreliable — use DNR park maps for final navigation.
Vehicle-accessible by park roads from South Boundary Road but located in the interior of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park; roads can be rough and navigation may be unreliable.
Nearby supplies
Stores and services in Ontonagon or White Pine

Best Time to Camp at Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp

Lake Superior writes the weather forecast here, and she's known for keeping campers on their toes. Even summer nights can surprise you with a refreshing chill, so pack those extra layers alongside your swimsuit. Rain showers roll through with little warning, turning trails delightfully muddy and keeping the forest lush and green. Spring and early summer bring the buzz of black flies—consider them your reminder that you've truly left civilization behind. This ever-changing weather is part of the authentic wilderness experience, so come prepared and embrace the adventure.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
4.0 / 5

Summer good for hiking and solitude, though nights can be cool due to Lake Superior weather influence.

Best
Fall(Sep-Nov)
5.0 / 5
Top 2% in MI

Porcupine Mountains are notable for fall color and nearby scenic overlooks make fall outstanding.

Spring(Mar-May)
3.0 / 5

Spring is variable with mud and bugs noted by reviewers; trails available but conditions mixed.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
3.0 / 5

Nearby trails support XC skiing/snowmobiling, but the outpost is primitive and winter access may be limited.

Planning Tips

    About Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp

    Tucked away in the heart of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Lost Creek Outpost offers an intimate escape with just three rustic sites along the babbling waters of Lost Creek. This backcountry-style hideaway—complete with vault toilet but no running water or electricity—is perfect for tent campers, van adventurers, and those with compact campers seeking true wilderness solitude at the Lost Lake trailhead.
    Rustic, three-site outpost campground with vault toilet only and no running water or hookups; aimed at tenters, vans and compact campers.
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    Amenities available

    Fire rings
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    Trailhead access and interior-park recreation: hiking, fishing, biking, equestrian use and wildlife viewing; winter use includes cross-country skiing and snowmobiling on nearby trails.
    HikingAdjacent to the Lost Lake trailhead and connected to the park's interior trail network (Lost Lake, Summit Peak, Lake of the Clouds, waterfalls and other trails).
    FishingLocated on Lost Creek and near Lost Lake; interior streams in the park are noted trout waters.
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    Wildlife viewing
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsNo running water or electricity; vault toilet only. Wildlife (including black bear) present in the park; heavy insects such as black flies reported in season. Remoteness and limited cell service can affect safety and access to services.
    No Potable WaterThis campground does not have potable water on-site. Bring all the water you need for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

    Weather at Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp

    Reviews

    4.7
    23 reviews
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    Porcupine Mountains-Lost Creek Outpost Rustic Camp is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive: visitors praise the solitude, wooded setting, and proximity to trails; many long-term repeat campers.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 23 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Secluded, quiet three-site campground; close to Lost Lake trailhead and park interior attractions; sites suitable for tents, vans and compact campers; maintained vault toilet and fire rings; firewood...
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    Based on 23 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Bring drinking water or haul from park headquarters, bring bug protection or a screen tent, be self-sufficient (no hookups). Reviewers report Site 3 as the largest and furthest from the road while...
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    Camper Quotes

    "Love this place."; "Great campsite! Only 3 sites so it's quiet and secluded. Bugs are awful so bring a screen tent!"; "Site 3 is the largest."
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