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.
Featured amenities
Pet Friendly
Sites & Rates
Average nightly rates26 total sites
RV Sites
26 sites
About Black River Harbor Campground
Number of accommodations: 26
Activities & Attractions
Nearby
Birding
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Photography
Year-round
Birding
Fishing
Hiking
Photography
Spring
Boating
Summer
Boating
Fall
Boating
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
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
Renee F
VerifiedAugust 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Main Loop
It's a beautiful area, but (once again) we were surprised to not have potable water available at the campground. The black flies were nearly unbearable at the campsite. They congregate around the picnic tables so I'm guessing that campers leaving food waste are contributing to this problem. The Lake Superior beach was spectacular and we also enjoyed the falls.
Paul S
VerifiedAugust 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: Main Loop
Convenient to town
Fresh water
Clean bathrooms
Quite
Amy S
VerifiedAugust 29, 2022 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: Main Loop
Loved the size of the sites, and the proximity to Lake Superior. The only drawback was the lack of potable water, but we came prepared. Site #18 was beautiful, and has the best view.
Mark S
VerifiedAugust 31, 2022 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: Main Loop
Bring your own water for camping.
Take time to see all the nearby water falls and sun sets.
Janet D
VerifiedSeptember 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 005, Loop: Main Loop
waterfall hikes were wonderful. could use better restrooms
PETER J
VerifiedSeptember 22, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Main Loop
This is an awesome campground. The cleanest pit toilet I have ever been in. The grounds are immaculate. Each site has a paved apron, fire pit and grate. Highly recommend this. My Verizon cell phones did not have any reception.
Deborah W
VerifiedOctober 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Main Loop
This is a beautiful campground! The sites are spacious and tree-covered and the roads asphalt. The harbor with its swinging bridge and path leading to Rainbow Falls is spectacular. When water returns, it will be an incredible experience.
Gregory P
VerifiedJune 22, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: Main Loop
Great campground and lots of beautiful scenery. Great way to get some extra activity in with all the trails too.
Kaisa S
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: Main Loop
Stayed June 2023. Beautiful area with so many things to do and see. Beautiful hiking, beach, and camp sites. Camp sites are spacious with a fire pit and table. I stayed in #35 there are tree between the sites so you have privacy from the site next to you. Bugs were not too bad, but the weather was cooler so that might have helped. I love this area and will be back.
Carrie C
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: Main Loop
Campsites were very clean, quiet and nicely spaced apart. Really a beautiful setting. We enjoyed the close proximity to the harbor so put kayaks in and enjoy the river, lake and beach!
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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