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Michelle M
VerifiedNovember 22, 2021 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Upper
Stayed in an upper site.
Restroom was very clean. Actually had maps & it was off season.
Highly recommend the campground. Did 20 plus miles of day hiking.
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About Hurricane River Campground
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore hugs the Lake Superior shoreline for more than 40 mi along Michigan's northern coast. Lake Superior is the largest, deepest, coldest, and most pristine of all the Great Lakes. Camping at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a great way to relax and enjoy the beauties the lakeshore has to offer. Campgrounds are rustic, and do not provide electric or sewer hookups. Campers, trailers, and RVs are welcome, note there are generator free areas. Cell phone reception is limited, so unplug, unwind, and enjoy the serenity Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Campgrounds has to offer.
Hurricane River Campground is located 12 mi (11.8 mi) west of Grand Marais and is divided into two separate sections off County Highway (H-) 58, Hurricane River Upper, and Hurricane River Lower. The Upper Campground has 10 sites and the Lower Campground has 12. Campground amenities include water, pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and handicap accessible sites. Hurricane River Lower Campground is the trailhead for the Au Sable Light Station, which is a 3-mile (3.1 mi) round trip stroll to the lighthouse with views of Lake Superior, Jacobsville Sandstone, and Shipwreck remains. Upper Hurricane River is tucked back in the woods with beautiful deciduous trees between sites allowing for the woodsy experience of Northern Michigan.
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01, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 24 × 14 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 34 × 15 ft · Gravel
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02, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 17 ft · Gravel
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03, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 13 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 18 ft · Gravel
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04, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 15 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 12 ft · Gravel
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05, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 12 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 13 ft · Gravel
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06, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 28 × 15 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 13 ft · Gravel
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07, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 33 × 12 ft · Gravel
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07, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 11 ft · Gravel
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08, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 42 × 15 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 11 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 17 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 12 ft · Gravel
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11, Loop: Lower
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01, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 34 × 15 ft · Gravel
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 17 ft · Gravel
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02, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 17 ft · Gravel
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03, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 13 ft · Gravel
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03, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 18 ft · Gravel
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04, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 15 ft · Gravel
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04, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 12 ft · Gravel
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05, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 12 ft · Gravel
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05, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 13 ft · Gravel
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06, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 28 × 15 ft · Gravel
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06, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 13 ft · Gravel
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07, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 33 × 12 ft · Gravel
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07, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 11 ft · Gravel
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08, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 42 × 15 ft · Gravel
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09, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 11 ft · Gravel
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09, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 17 ft · Gravel
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10, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 15 ft · Gravel
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10, Loop: Upper
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 12 ft · Gravel
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11, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 12 ft · Gravel
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12, Loop: Lower
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Pet Friendly · 36 × 16 ft · Gravel
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Reviews
346 reviews
Summary
Hurricane River Campground is praised for its beautiful location near Lake Superior, with clean facilities and well-maintained sites that offer privacy. Campers enjoy the easy access to hiking trails, pristine beaches, and the soothing sound of waves. However, many reviews mention issues with mosquitoes and the need for better campground management, including the presence of hosts and clearer information. Overall, it’s seen as a lovely spot, especially for hikers and nature lovers.
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4.5
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5 stars
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Julia B
VerifiedNovember 5, 2021 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Lower
Great location from which to explore Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Hike right from the campground or access nearby trails with a short drive. Absolutely gorgeous!
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Vanessa D
VerifiedNovember 1, 2021 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Lower
We stayed at the lower campground, which it means is right on lake Superior. The trail goes through it, so expect walking traffic during the busy season. We went at the end of the season so this wasn't an issue. The bathrooms are pretty close and accessible. The trails are great, you can walk to the lighthouse which is one and half miles from the site. On the other direction there is a small waterfall that goes into the lake, and a small bridge that goes over it.
We will definetaly come back, the place is magical and during slow season is a real paradise.
The small town of Grand Marais is very charming and about 15 minutes from the campsite.
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Seth T
VerifiedOctober 29, 2021 Stayed at: 02, Loop: Lower
Very peaceful, beautiful sites that felt very private. Easy walking distance from the beach at Lake Superior and to a 1.6 mi tail leading to the Lighthouse.
No cell service whatsoever, which was great, just be prepared for that. We’d made our reservation but didn’t print out exact site so it took a while to determine which spot was ours!
Also would recommend going in Early October, as the leaves were still beautiful when we went in late October but it was just a shave chilly in the 30’s at night.
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Robert P
VerifiedOctober 29, 2021 Stayed at: 08, Loop: Upper
I would have liked to camp in the Lower Hurricane River site.
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dinah b
VerifiedOctober 28, 2021 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Upper
The place was very beautiful & quiet. On the first day of our stay there was water on the faucet beside the entrance office but for some reason it was turned off on our 2nd day of staying there.
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Bruce F
VerifiedOctober 26, 2021 Stayed at: 09, Loop: Upper
Very pretty small campground. Lots of trees — tough to get a good solar charge for our rv.
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Dale B
VerifiedOctober 26, 2021 Stayed at: 03, Loop: Lower
Great location for rustic camping along Lake Superior shoreline. Be sure to take H58 toward Grand Marais and stop along the way to see walkouts to the lake. Also Lake Superior Brewery in Grand Marais.
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Bob A
VerifiedOctober 25, 2021 Stayed at: 04, Loop: Lower
Lovely sunsets on the beach and one evening we joined a crow for the viewing. Also a simple but close walk is from the highway to the lake along Hurricane River with a small waterfall near the lake.
Wish we had some notice about the water being shut off but it is at the end of the season.
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David R
VerifiedOctober 23, 2021 Stayed at: 05, Loop: Lower
Absolutely stunning fall scenery on the drive in from the west end. Great to have the south shore beach of Lake Superior so close! This was a one night stay on our way to the lower peninsula of MI. Loved it.
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Location & Directions for Hurricane River Campground
P.O. Box 40, Munising, MI 49862 United States
Elevation: 196 ft
Getting There
Pictured Rocks NL is located on the south shore of Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, between the towns of Munising (west) and Grand Marais (east). Access the west side of the park via Michigan highways M-28 and M-94 to Munising. State h...
Pictured Rocks NL is located on the south shore of Lake Superior in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, between the towns of Munising (west) and Grand Marais (east). Access the west side of the park via Michigan highways M-28 and M-94 to Munising. State highway M-77 leads to Grand Marais on the east side. Alger County Road H-58 runs parallel and through the park, providing access to spur roads that lead to scenic overlooks, trailheads, campgrounds, beaches, etc. Many roads are closed in winter due to snow.
Highway access
Hurricane River Campground is accessible via Michigan highway M-28, which connects to Munising to the west, and Michigan highway M-77, which leads to Grand Marais to the east. State highway M-94 also provides access to the area.
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Check in time
11AM
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11AM
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- Conditions for all camping: Camping is limited to 14 days per calendar year within the Lakeshore. Permits are required for all camping. Camping is only allowed at designated locations. Overflow camping is prohibited. A campsite must be occupied by the person in possession of the permit for the campsite on the date(s) of occupancy. The campsite must be vacated by 11:00 am of the following day. Campers must have the appropriate camping permit in their possession. Campers must pay required fees for the site they are occupying.
- Drive-in Camping Regulations:Only one screened porch/tent may be placed over the picnic table per site. A screened tent does not count towards the four tents per site limit.No more than eight persons per site.There is not a vehicle limit per site. Vehicles must fit within the parking space provided. This is strictly enforced; there are plenty of day use parking spaces nearby for extra vehicles.All tents must be placed on or within 6 feet of the existing tent pad. A maximum combination of 4 tents or sleeping hammocks are allowed on the campsite.Generator use is not allowed in sites designated as generator free at Hurricane River Campground (#4 - #7).
- Please print your reservation and have it with you or attached to campsite post.
- Fire Regulations: The lighting or maintaining of open fires is generally prohibited, except in government provided metal fire rings and fire grills at the locations they are provided, or in personal self-contained charcoal grills in a parking lot or paved sidewalk. Campfires are permitted in fire rings only. Fires or hot coals cannot be left unattended. Beach fires are not allowed. Fire must be extinguished entirely using water and not buried. Purchase wood locally. No collecting of wood. No cutting of standing trees or limbs. Ash firewood is prohibited.
- Pets / The following areas are closed to dogs, cats or any other domesticated animal: The North Country Trail and Sand Point Marsh Trail. The Grand Sable Dunes Natural Area and adjacent Log Slide dune field. All winter ski trails which are maintained by grooming. All park areas east of Miners Beach to the western edge of 12 Mile Beach Campground is closed to pets including: Little Beaver Lake Campground Beaver Basin Overlook Parking Area Pets must always be on leash. Please dispose of all pet waste in the appropriate receptacles. This closure does not affect legal hunting as defined in 36 CFR 7.32.
- Food Storage / The following conditions for the storage of food are in effect in the entirety of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: All food items, lawfully taken fish and wildlife, garbage and equipment used to cook or store food must be kept sealed in a vehicle, or in a camping unit that is constructed of solid, non-pliable material, in government provided receptacles or suspended at least 10 feet above the ground and 4 feet horizontally from a post, tree trunk or other object. This is bear country! Proper storage ensures safety for you and members of your party when enjoying the natural resource. Violations of food storage rules may result in fines.
- Conditions for the disposal, containerization, or carryout of human body waste have been established as follows: Where toilet facilities are not provided, human wastes will be disposed at least 200 feet from a trail, campsite, or water source; in a hole at least six inches deep; and covered with earth or packed out of the park. Where toilet facilities are provided (park campgrounds), human waste shall not be disposed of in park trash cans. Portable toilet facilities may be used (such as in a camper) if graywater and sewage remain contained within the vehicle. Tent style enclosures for campsite portable toilets and/or showers are prohibited.
- Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore drive-in campsites are rustic and do not have electric, water, or sewer hookups. Campsites provide a picnic table, fire ring with grill grate, and tent pad. The campgrounds have vault toilets and well water. Tent-style enclosures for campsite portable toilets and/or showers are strictly prohibited. Typically there is no cell phone reception. All camping at Pictured Rocks is by reservation only. Same-day reservation are accepted.
- Other:Resale or auction of advance reservations is prohibited.Campsite 1 in the upper loop and campsite 11 in the lower loop can be reserved 2 weeks before your intended arrival date.Campsite 1 in the lower loop and campsite 2 in the upper loop can be reserved 4 days before your intended arrival date.
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