Black River Harbor Campground

Warning

General

No water will be available for the 2026 season.  Please plan accordingly for your trip.We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Scenic view of Lake Superior
A photo of facility BLACK RIVER HARBOR CAMPGROUND
Vault Toilet
Black River Harbor Campground campsite with view of Lake Superior.
Scenic view of Lake Superior from a bench in the campground.

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

26 total sites

RV Sites

26 sites

About Black River Harbor Campground

Planning a trip to the Black River Harbor Campground? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility.   Black River Campground is adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area. The recreation area includes a pavilion, harbor and a large picnic area. The area provides for many opportunities for fishing, boating, backpacking, hiking, bird watching, photography and beautiful scenery for relaxation in the outdoors.

Number of accommodations: 26

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Birding

Birding

Year-round
Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Photography

Photography

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - May 22 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

26 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 005, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 007, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 009, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 011, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 020, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: Main Loop RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (125)

What Guests Are Saying

Black River Harbor Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful environment with well-maintained sites, clean restrooms, and proximity to stunning waterfalls and Lake Superior. While the campground lacks potable water and firewood availability, most campers appreciate the quiet setting and helpful hosts. Some sites may present challenges for those with mobility issues, but overall, it remains a favorite destination for many who enjoy rustic camping and natural beauty.

Review Summary

4.2
125 reviews
5
47.2%
59
4
34.4%
43
3
9.6%
12
2
6.4%
8
1
2.4%
3

Bruce M

Verified

January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Main Loop

5

Lots of nice hiking to waterfalls!

Jonathan J

Verified

January 13, 2020 Stayed at: 027, Loop: Main Loop

5

Nice remote campground, great beach, and friendly fellow campers!

Thomas C

Verified

January 10, 2020 Stayed at: 017, Loop: Main Loop

4

The campsite was nice and the facilities were well kept and the park is very scenic.

Curtis R

Verified

December 23, 2019 Stayed at: 021, Loop: Main Loop

5

short walk to have a good view of Lake Superior

Jessica N

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: 020, Loop: Main Loop

5

Beautiful campground near Lake Superior

Location Black River Harbor Campground

Address:
E6248 Us 2
Ironwood, MI, 49938
United States

Highway access

The campground is accessible via US Highway 2, which is approximately 3 miles from Powderhorn Road and about 11 miles from CR 513.

Elevation: 182 feet

Distance to downtown

19 mi drive to downtown Ironwood (about 29 min)

Policies & Rules

General

  • Camping in a developed recreation site is allowed for a period not longer than 14 days, except as otherwise posted. After this time, you must move to another campground or dispersed site for at least 24 hours.
  • Campers must occupy the campsite the first night.
  • Eight people and two motorized vehicles are allowed per campsite with a maximum of one RV or camper trailer and two tents per camping site or three tents per camping site. There is additional parking space near the self-service fee station.
  • Enjoy your visit to the Ottawa National Forest. If you have any questions, please call (906)-932-1330.
  • Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information. Gathering of dead and down wood within the camping area for use during stay is permissible. 
  • Generators are allowed but only between .
  • Campsite "switching" is not permitted. You must occupy the campsite that you made a reservation for unless you have received prior permission from the Ottawa National Forest.
  • This campground is operated by Camp Host, LLC under a special use permit with the Ottawa National Forest.
  • No water available at campground for entire 2026 season. Please plan accordingly. We are sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

No water will be available for the 2026 season.  Please plan accordingly for your trip.We are sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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Last updated: September 6, 2026

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