U.S. Forest Service · Hiawatha National Forest · MI

Bay Furnace Campground

Bay Furnace CampsitePhoto · USFS - Hiawatha National Forest
OpenSeason 05-09 – 10-08
ReservableAccess
49Sites
65 ftMax rig

The place

Bay Furnace Campground is located on the south shores of Lake Superior, near Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Favorite to many, the campground is centered to various waterfalls, as well as other sightseeing attractions, including boat tours and visits to Grand Island. Recreation Fishing in Lake Superior is best by boat. There is no access to the lake at Bay Furnace, but there is a boat ramp approximately 10 miles west, at AuTrain, and in Munising. Anglers can enjoy a variety of lake trout and salmon fishing. Visitors can access the popular Grand Island via a 10-minute ferry ride or by private boat. Keep reading

This scenic island is a favorite for hiking, mountain biking and exploring. Various boat excursions are offered near the campground at an additional cost, providing a great way to explore the crystal clear blue-green waters of Lake Superior and view the stunning natural rock formations. Facilities The campground offers multiple reservable single sites for tent and RV camping. Additional campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. A day-use picnic area is also available at the campground, located near the lake shore. Multiple tables, drinking water and accessible vault toilets are included. Natural Features Visitors can enjoy the scenic views of Lake Superior, with its spectacular sunrises, sunsets and occasional northern lights displays. Amid forests of deciduous trees, some sites overlook the lake while others are near Furnace Creek. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111. Nearby Attractions Boat ramps are available in Munising, less than 5 miles from the campground, or at AuTrain, which is about 10 miles away.

The sites · 49

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND001standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND002standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND003standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND004standard nonelectric50 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND005standard nonelectric25 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND006standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND007standard nonelectric25 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND009standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND010standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND011standard nonelectric30 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND012standard nonelectric30 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND013standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND014standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND015standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND016standard nonelectric60 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND017standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND018standard nonelectric50 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND019standard nonelectric25 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND020standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND021standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND022standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND023standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND024standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND025standard nonelectric50 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND026standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND027standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND028standard nonelectric60 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND029standard nonelectric50 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND030standard nonelectric55 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND031standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND032standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND033standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND034standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND035standard nonelectric55 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND036standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND037standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND038standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND039standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND040standard nonelectric50 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND041standard nonelectric40 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND042standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND043standard nonelectric65 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND044standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND045standard nonelectric30 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND046standard nonelectric60 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND047standard nonelectric25 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND048standard nonelectric35 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND049standard nonelectric45 ft
BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND050standard nonelectric35 ft

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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Who runs it

Operated by Vista Recreation, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.

SRC · Operator link · 2026-08-24

Your representative

This campground sits in MI-01. This member’s public-lands record →

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