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
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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

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.

Available sites

26 total sites

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
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Currently closed

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
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: Main Loop RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

137 reviews

Summary

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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.

Based on guest feedback

4.2

Overall rating

Based on 137 reviews

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5 stars 48.2% (66)
4 stars 32.8% (45)
3 stars 10.2% (14)
2 stars 6.6% (9)
1 star 2.2% (3)

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Sherrie T

Verified

June 29, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Main Loop

Great view at site 18.

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Heidi R

Verified

July 2, 2023 Stayed at: 036, Loop: Main Loop

This is a beautiful campground! We will definitely come back but make sure you know that most sites are gravel and metal tent spikes will not work well! We will be better prepared next time. Great trails off the grounds to the falls and lake!

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Brian M

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July 5, 2023 Stayed at: 007, Loop: Main Loop

Stayed in site 7. It gets afternoon sun and can be hard to find any shade otherwise nice site. Stayed 4th of July weekend and bugs were not bad at all but did need bug spray. Paved entrance and sites are paved as well. No camp host onsite.

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Robert K

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July 24, 2023 Stayed at: 033, Loop: Main Loop

Lots of water falls near by.

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Mitch T

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July 25, 2023 Stayed at: 015, Loop: Main Loop

We love the quiet camping experience here on Lake Superior. Just make sure to bring water!

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Teresa S

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July 28, 2023 Stayed at: 009, Loop: Main Loop

Absolutely beautiful area! The falls, the beaches and forests were truly amazing.

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Mark V

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August 7, 2023 Stayed at: 018, Loop: Main Loop

Campgrounds were nicely kept, and the your workers worked in the rain to cut the grass. This is a great campground with many well spaced sites. I would encourage the US Forrest Service to continue to work on getting water to the campground. You have the biggest fresh water lake in your backyard, and not a drop to drink. I am sure there are legitimate reasons for this, but did talk with others who have camped there several years ago when there was fresh water. One opportunity of improvement was the Sanitary Company used by the US Forrest Service to clean and drain the toilets. I went to one of the toilets after the service was completed, their were spills from the "solution" below on the floor of the toilets. I immediately left the toilet as the toilet was unsightly. At other US Forrest Service locations, the Sanitary Company after finishing with the withdrawal of the toilet contents, they will spray the toilet with a cleaning solution when finished. This was not done here, and would suggest cleaning after servicing the toilet needs to be completed.

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Meg M

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August 22, 2023 Stayed at: 040, Loop: Main Loop

I was absolutely impressed with the cleanliness of this park and how well maintained it is! Your rangers are absolutely fabulous! The sites were awesome, trails well made, and we were never disappointed once with our trip with anything! Makes me love Michigan that much more than I already do!

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William R

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September 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.

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Location & Directions for Black River Harbor Campground

E6248 Us 2, Ironwood, MI 49938 United States

Elevation: 182 ft

Getting There

From Ironwood Mi., travel east on US 2 to Powderhorn Road, turn left onto Powderhorn Road and travel approximately 3 mi to CR 513, turn left onto CR 513 and travel approximately 11 mi to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area.

Nearest town

Ironwood, MI - 19 mi

About 29 min to downtown

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.

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: October 24, 2026

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