Warning
GeneralNo 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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Pet Friendly
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates26 total sites
RV Sites
26 sites
About Black River Harbor Campground
Number of accommodations: 26
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Birding
Fishing
Hiking
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Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
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Pet friendly
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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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.
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
Douglas F
VerifiedAugust 12, 2026 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Main Loop
Do site research to avoid getting a slopped site.
Juliana L
VerifiedAugust 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: Main Loop
This site was very small and had hardly any space to put a tent. Be prepared to sweep away giant rocks! I would avoid this specific one if you have a tent and find one with a larger grassy area. This area in general is very city camping and close to other sites. It’s right next to a wonderful beach directly on Lake Superior though! You can technically walk there but you have to on the main road so it’s easier to just drive the few minutes. I wish they had a walkway through the woods to the beach.
Dean H
VerifiedAugust 17, 2026 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Main Loop
Get the water working again
Gerald G
VerifiedAugust 20, 2026 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: Main Loop
2 falls were closed for wind damage repairs but we still need to most of them. Camping was great. Reservations worked well and pricing was very good since we had a lifelong senior pass. Bathrooms were well kept.
WILLIAM T
VerifiedAugust 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Main Loop
The campsite is beautiful. It was fairly full, yet remained quiet and peaceful. On the other hand, the campsite host made himself scarce, and there was no firewood to be bought, even though I called ahead and asked to confirm if it was available. A replacement who actually did the job of being a host would be an improvement.
Location Black River Harbor Campground
Address:
E6248 Us 2
Ironwood, MI, 49938
United States
From Ironwood Mi., travel east on US 2 to Powderhorn Road, turn left onto Powderhorn Road and travel approximately 3 miles to CR 513, turn left onto CR 513 and travel approximately 11 miles to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area.
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
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
GeneralNo 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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