Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground

4.68

47 reviews

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Quick Facts

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

50 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

Not Allowed

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Quick Facts

Price

$17/night

Booking

Reservable

Sites

50 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

Not Allowed

RV Friendly

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Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground

$17.00 - $17.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Nightly campsite fee is $17. Sites are rustic (no hookups); firewood available for purchase at the campground office.

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

(800) 447-2757

What Campers Say

4.68

Top-Rated

Based on 47 reviews

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"Reviewers rate Presque Isle Campground highly for its spectacular waterfalls, proximity to Lake Superior, well-maintained short trails/boardwalks, tranquility, and scenic beauty. Overall sentiment is very positive, with many 5‑star reviews praising the natural setting and staff."

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Fees & Passes at Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground

$17/night

Campsite fees

Prices verified December 13, 2025

Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official Michigan DNR website.

Best Time to Camp at Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground

Lake Superior writes its own weather forecast here, and she's known for sudden mood swings. Even on warm summer days, the lake can send cool winds sweeping through camp, so pack layers and prepare for anything. After rainfall, expect muddy trails and slick rocks along the river—waterproof boots are your friend. The campground's stunning location draws crowds during peak summer weekends and popular shoulder-season dates, so plan accordingly if you're seeking solitude or book early to secure your spot.

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.

Planning Tips

About Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground

Escape to Porcupine Mountains–Presque Isle, where 50 rustic sites nestle between the rushing Presque Isle River and the wild shores of Lake Superior. This back-to-basics campground offers the essentials—vault toilets, hand-pump water, and your choice of generator-friendly sites in the east loop or peaceful, generator-free camping to the west. For the ultimate Lake Superior experience, claim one of six walk-in sites perched on the high bank overlooking the big lake.

Rustic campground with drive-up and walk-in sites; generator use allowed in the east loop only. No utility hookups; hand-pump water and vault toilets.

Weather and SeasonsLake Superior writes its own weather forecast here, and she's known for sudden mood swings. Even on warm summer days, the lake can send cool winds sweeping through camp, so pack layers and prepare for anything. After rainfall, expect muddy trails and slick rocks along the river—waterproof boots are your friend. The campground's stunning location draws crowds during peak summer weekends and popular shoulder-season dates, so plan accordingly if you're seeking solitude or book early to secure your spot.

Natural Features and SceneryStep into a landscape where river meets lake in dramatic fashion. The Presque Isle River carves through ancient rock on its final journey to Lake Superior, creating thundering waterfalls and deep gorges just steps from your tent. Your campsite sits cradled in a cathedral of towering hardwoods and evergreens—the kind of old-growth forest that defines Michigan's wild western Upper Peninsula. Beyond the trees, Lake Superior's rocky shoreline stretches endlessly, untamed and undeveloped. This is nature at its most raw and beautiful, where you can still feel genuinely remote despite the comfort of an established campground.

Geological RegionWestern Upper Peninsula near the Lake Superior shoreline

Campsite details

Total Campsites50 campsites

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Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive are allowed

Reservable

Reservations are allowed

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Amenities available

Potable water

Vault toilets

Activities you can enjoy

Campground provides direct access to the Presque Isle River gorge, waterfalls, and the Lake Superior shoreline; popular for hiking, shoreline walks, wildlife viewing, and cold-water swimming in Lake Superior during summer.

Hiking

Trail access and short loop trails/boardwalks lead from the campground to Presque Isle River waterfalls, river gorges, and lake overlooks.

Swimming

Rocky Lake Superior shoreline access is available; water is described as cold but swimmable in summer. Beach access can require a steep staircase and cliff descent in places.

Wildlife viewing

Campground rules

Pets are not allowed
Firewood available for purchase at the campground office.

Hazards

General hazardsSeasonal biting insects (gnats, flies) can be intense; trails and boardwalks may be wet, muddy or slippery after rain; chilly winds off Lake Superior. The park supports typical U.P. wildlife including black bears—campers should follow park food-storage guidance.

Weather at Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground

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Dec 26

Friday

Light freezing rain

Precipitation: 2%

Humidity: 73%

Wind: 2.6 mph

Light freezing rain

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Good to know

Common complaintsRustic facilities (no showers, vault toilets only), bothersome insects (flies/gnats) in warm months, some inner sites close together, occasional crowding even in shoulder season, poor or no cell reception, and lack of a dump station.

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Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground

Reviews from booking and map sources

4.7

47 reviews

Top-Rated

Porcupine Mountains-Presque Isle Campground is top-rated, placing it in the top 15% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers rate Presque Isle Campground highly for its spectacular waterfalls, proximity to Lake Superior, well-maintained short trails/boardwalks, tranquility, and scenic beauty. Overall sentiment is very positive, with many 5‑star reviews praising the natural setting and staff.

Review Summaries

Based on 47 reviews

What Campers Love

Frequent praise for the Presque Isle River waterfalls and gorge, easy access to Lake Superior shoreline, well-maintained trails/boardwalks, large campsites, helpful park staff, dark skies and...

Based on 47 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring toilet paper and bug spray, carry extra water or a filled tank (hand pumps are available), choose walk-in sites for greater seclusion, expect cold lake water and bring layers, and plan for...

Based on 47 reviews

Camper Quotes

“Very, very, very nice. A good place for a family to camp at.”; “Down the steps to Lake Superior where river meets is where all your daily worries fade in view of the natural splendor.”; “Campsites...

Based on 47 reviews