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

Based on 63 reviews

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5 stars 71.4% (45)
4 stars 22.2% (14)
3 stars 3.2% (2)
2 stars 3.2% (2)
1 star 0.0% (0)

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Jennifer H

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October 13, 2020 Stayed at: Merchant Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

One little scratchy mouse tried to get in on night two; and forced the top bunkers to find mom on the bottom. We couldn’t (aka were scared when it didn’t turn on right away) get the heater thing figured out so we had some good nighttime snuggle fests and very brisk mornings.

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Jennifer H

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October 13, 2020 Stayed at: Merchant Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

One little scratchy mouse tried to get in on night two; and forced the top bunkers to find mom on the bottom. We couldn’t (aka were scared when it didn’t turn on right away) get the heater thing figured out so we had some good nighttime snuggle fests and very brisk mornings.

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Christie R

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June 15, 2021 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

We loved our stay! The cabin was perfect and the steps to the beach are very close. The sunset was amazing.

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Christie R

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June 15, 2021 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

We loved our stay! The cabin was perfect and the steps to the beach are very close. The sunset was amazing.

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Michael J

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July 4, 2021 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

Stayed at the Sunset Cabin. Super nice. The site was well ordered. The cabin was excellent, clean, and exceeded expectations in every way. The site was great. Highly recommended. I can not imagine a better experience. BTW the fire ring was the best.

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Michael J

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July 4, 2021 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

Stayed at the Sunset Cabin. Super nice. The site was well ordered. The cabin was excellent, clean, and exceeded expectations in every way. The site was great. Highly recommended. I can not imagine a better experience. BTW the fire ring was the best.

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James K

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September 20, 2021 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

It's well worth the 3.1 mi hike in. Drinking water is close but the beach is closer. Listen to the waves as you hang out by the camp fire. The porch is beautiful place to relax after a long day of hiking or wait out the rain. Can't wait to visit again.

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James K

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September 20, 2021 Stayed at: Sunset Cabin, Loop: GRAND ISLAND CABINS

It's well worth the 3.1 mi hike in. Drinking water is close but the beach is closer. Listen to the waves as you hang out by the camp fire. The porch is beautiful place to relax after a long day of hiking or wait out the rain. Can't wait to visit again.

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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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