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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About Black River Harbor Campground
Number of accommodations: 26
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (109)
What Guests Are Saying
Black River Harbor Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with well-maintained sites and proximity to stunning waterfalls and Lake Superior. Many visitors appreciate the privacy between campsites and the cleanliness of the facilities, despite some concerns about limited water access and steep trails. Overall, it’s a great spot for outdoor activities and a relaxing getaway, though mobility issues and the lack of potable water may be drawbacks for some.
What Guests Are Saying
Black River Harbor Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting with well-maintained sites and proximity to stunning waterfalls and Lake Superior. Many visitors appreciate the privacy between campsites and the cleanliness of the facilities, despite some concerns about limited water access and steep trails. Overall, it’s a great spot for outdoor activities and a relaxing getaway, though mobility issues and the lack of potable water may be drawbacks for some.
Review Summary
Barbara Y
VerifiedJuly 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Main Loop
Everything was great!…but would be even better with water!
Stacie L
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Main Loop
I went to the site the first day of my reservation and found it was a 1.2 mile walk to the beach. On the main road where people speed and there is no shoulder.
It was my fault for not thoroughly analyzing the maps and geography of the area before booking.
I stayed somewhere else instead.
Kelly H
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Main Loop
The park's location is wonderful. Easy walk to Lake Superior. We loved the hiking trails.
Todd R
VerifiedJuly 6, 2024 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Main Loop
It's a beautiful setting. Very limited facilities because water is still not available anywhere so you must be prepared for extended stays and find a water source in town. Campsites are pretty. Lake is beautiful. Honestly I think the ground could be a bit better maintained. The harbor side is pretty pristine but many campsites are semi overgrown and ours even had a downed tree in the middle of it
Michael S
VerifiedJune 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Main Loop
Campsite #18 is absolutely amazing! Hoping it is still there next year (the sloughing of the bluff overlooking Lake Superior is getting close to the campsite 😞).
The nearby waterfalls are amazing to visit. A little sad the Gorge Falls viewing areas were closed, but still amazing!
The only nit to pick is the lack of water...please make the water available Even if it is non-potable.
Tami F
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: Main Loop
We knew the water was turned off and planned ahead with no issues. We had site 20, a beautiful site. Nice quiet campground. A nice little hike over to the harbor and beach.
Emily W
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Main Loop
Nice park, appreciated how the sites had dirt brought in to level them out so you weren't camping on a hill
Carl A
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Main Loop
A lot of shade at our campsite. It would be great during the hot summer season.
Karen S
VerifiedSeptember 24, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Main Loop
Excellent
William R
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Main Loop
Great park with limited resources. No water, electricity or dump station. Great region to hike and explore.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 46.6703 / -90.0497
Elevation: 182 feet
Policies & Rules
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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. |
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Campers must occupy the campsite the first night. |
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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. |
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Enjoy your visit to the Ottawa National Forest. If you have any questions, please call (906)-932-1330. |
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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. |
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Generators are allowed but only between 7:00am and 9:00pm. Quiet hours are from 10:00pm to 6:00am |
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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. |
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This campground is operated by Camp Host, LLC under a special use permit with the Ottawa National Forest. |
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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.
