Grand Island Cabin - Merchant
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Featured amenities

Waterfront Waterfront
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms

About Grand Island Cabins

Grand Island Cabins are remotely located on forested Grand Island, surrounded by Lake Superior, 1/2 mi off the mainland community of Munising, Michigan. The cabins are placed in individual settings providing an excellent base for hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities.

Available sites

2 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Waterfront Waterfront
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Bedrooms Bedrooms
Connectivity and Media

Connectivity and Media

  • Cell Reception
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Grill
  • Fire Pit
  • Firewood Available
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access

Cabin Interior

  • Bedrooms
  • Heating

Views and Setting

  • Waterfront
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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2 Sites Available

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Price
🏠 Merchant Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS Cabin
8 guests · Pet Friendly
🏠 Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS Cabin
8 guests · Pet Friendly

Reviews

63 reviews

Summary

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Grand Island Cabins offer a clean, well-furnished experience with excellent amenities like a screened-in porch, propane grill, and proximity to beautiful beaches. Guests appreciate the rustic charm and the opportunity for outdoor activities like biking and hiking. While the cabins can be dark and the mattresses firm, overall experiences are highly positive, with many recommending the cabins for their serene and picturesque setting.

Based on guest feedback

4.6

Overall rating

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5 stars 71.4% (45)
4 stars 22.2% (14)
3 stars 3.2% (2)
2 stars 3.2% (2)
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Rebekah B

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October 14, 2024 Stayed at: Merchant Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

Less than a mile from the ferry, and part of a nice hiking loop along the shore, up to Echo lake, and back. There was a gale when we stayed so we were very grateful for the warm cabin!

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Rebekah B

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October 14, 2024 Stayed at: Merchant Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

Less than a mile from the ferry, and part of a nice hiking loop along the shore, up to Echo lake, and back. There was a gale when we stayed so we were very grateful for the warm cabin!

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stacey m

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August 24, 2024 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

Staying here was one of the most peaceful, grounding experiences I’ve ever had. The cabin is filled with little trinkets and extra supplies others have left behind. It’s a short bike ride to the water spigot, and right across the main trail from a gorgeous overlook of the beach. The propane grill was so nice to have since it had rained the whole time I was there and doing a campfire wasn’t going to happen. It was a magical experience!

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stacey m

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August 24, 2024 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

Staying here was one of the most peaceful, grounding experiences I’ve ever had. The cabin is filled with little trinkets and extra supplies others have left behind. It’s a short bike ride to the water spigot, and right across the main trail from a gorgeous overlook of the beach. The propane grill was so nice to have since it had rained the whole time I was there and doing a campfire wasn’t going to happen. It was a magical experience!

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Anne K

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October 12, 2022 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

The cabin was well maintained except for issues with the heater. I called and spoke with whomever also gave me the entry code. He provided some guidance, but we ultimately suffered with temperature control the entire night. There were many statements in the guest book about similar issues, so it really should be taken care of. Also, the bunk bed mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. Other than those two issues, we appreciated having a place to rest besides our tent. The location of the cabin was perfect and we enjoyed the quick walk to the shore to enjoy the sunset!

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Anne K

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October 12, 2022 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

The cabin was well maintained except for issues with the heater. I called and spoke with whomever also gave me the entry code. He provided some guidance, but we ultimately suffered with temperature control the entire night. There were many statements in the guest book about similar issues, so it really should be taken care of. Also, the bunk bed mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. Other than those two issues, we appreciated having a place to rest besides our tent. The location of the cabin was perfect and we enjoyed the quick walk to the shore to enjoy the sunset!

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jack g

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July 11, 2022 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

Clean, and a clean outhouse.
mattresses left a little to be desired, we put backpacking mattresses on top of the bed mattresses and we were fine

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Location & Directions for Grand Island Cabins

231 E. Superior St., Munising, MI 49862 United States

Elevation: 193 ft

Getting There

Beginning in fall and throughout winter, ferry service to the island is closed. Access to the island is only by personal watercraft, or, if the lake is frozen, access via foot or snowmobile. Please call ahead to find out if there is ice or open wa...

Nearest town

Munising, MI - 7.2 mi

About 37 min to downtown

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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