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Little Beaver Campground

Lake off the shore of Little Beaver Campground on sunny day
Little Beaver Lake Campsite
White Pine trail access from campground
Vault bathrooms at Little Beaver Lake campground.
Site map for Little Beaver Lake Campground

About Little Beaver Campground

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore hugs the Lake Superior shoreline for more than 40 miles (64 km) 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.  This small campground (9 sites) is located 3 miles (1 km) north of Alger County Road H-58 and 20 miles northeast of Munising on Little Beaver Lake. One campsite is wheelchair accessible. Because of the small campsites and the narrow, twisting, hilly access road it is highly suggested you check the campsite length, width, and height before booking.Pets are NOT allowed at Little Beaver Campground.A small boat ramp is available for launching boats. Only electric motors are permitted on Little Beaver Lake and Beaver Lake as these lakes are within the Beaver Basin Wilderness area. Little Beaver also features the Little Beaver Nature Trail, a 1.0 mile (.3 km) loop trail. A 1.5 mile (2.4 km) trail leads to Lake Superior and connects with the North Country Trail.

Number of accommodations: 9

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

9 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 1, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 2, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 3, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 4, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 5, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 6, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 7, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 8, Loop:
No Hookups
Price not available
9, Loop:
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available

Reviews (262)

What Guests Are Saying

Little Beaver Campground offers a serene and clean environment, with well-maintained pit toilets, potable water, and proximity to beautiful hiking trails and scenic views of Little Beaver Lake. Visitors appreciate the small size and peaceful atmosphere, making it a great spot for those looking to escape the crowds. However, some reviewers reported issues with campsite reservation discrepancies and mosquito infestations, suggesting caution during bug season.

Review Summary

4.2
262 reviews
5
55.7%
146
4
25.2%
66
3
6.1%
16
2
6.1%
16
1
6.9%
18

Pat A

Verified

September 6, 2021 Stayed at: 3, Loop:

5

Campground was quiet at night (this year), and campsite was clean. Not even a scrap of plastic or cigarette butt! Thanks!

This location is a hub of trails, and kayaks let us extend to locations we can no longer walk to.

Pat A

Verified

September 6, 2021 Stayed at: 3, Loop:

5

Campground was quiet at night (this year), and campsite was clean. Not even a scrap of plastic or cigarette butt! Thanks!

This location is a hub of trails, and kayaks let us extend to locations we can no longer walk to.

Lindsey V

Verified

August 24, 2021 Stayed at: 7, Loop:

3

The best part about this campground is that it’s small (only 8 sites) and that the trailhead leaves right from the grounds.

Lindsey V

Verified

August 24, 2021 Stayed at: 7, Loop:

3

The best part about this campground is that it’s small (only 8 sites) and that the trailhead leaves right from the grounds.

Nicholas S

Verified

August 20, 2021 Stayed at: 8, Loop:

2

The campsite was clean and quiet. However, the drawbacks of this campground made it an unpleasant stay. A few well used trails run through or near the campground. There is also a boat ramp to the lake adjacent to the campground. All of this draws in many, many people starting very early in the morning and lasting all day long. These people also used the vault toilets which smelled so bad I nearly vomited the first time I went in one. Each time someone opened the door the whole campground was filled with the foul odor coming from the toilets. And it wasn't even very warm when I was there. The people launching their boats at 5:30 in the morning, shouting directions to each other, and running their diesel engines for an extended period of time was an unwelcome wake up call.

I would highly recommend against staying at this campground. If I go back to Pictured Rocks I will use one of the privately run campgrounds in the area. It's a shame there are so many negative aspects to this campground. It was beautiful and could have been a pleasant and relaxing visit.

Nicholas S

Verified

August 20, 2021 Stayed at: 8, Loop:

2

The campsite was clean and quiet. However, the drawbacks of this campground made it an unpleasant stay. A few well used trails run through or near the campground. There is also a boat ramp to the lake adjacent to the campground. All of this draws in many, many people starting very early in the morning and lasting all day long. These people also used the vault toilets which smelled so bad I nearly vomited the first time I went in one. Each time someone opened the door the whole campground was filled with the foul odor coming from the toilets. And it wasn't even very warm when I was there. The people launching their boats at 5:30 in the morning, shouting directions to each other, and running their diesel engines for an extended period of time was an unwelcome wake up call.

I would highly recommend against staying at this campground. If I go back to Pictured Rocks I will use one of the privately run campgrounds in the area. It's a shame there are so many negative aspects to this campground. It was beautiful and could have been a pleasant and relaxing visit.

Josie M

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 8, Loop:

5

Amazing campground conveniently located just 8 or so miles from the Chapel/mosquito loop trailhead. The campground itself is situated on a small lake, sites are fairly close together but all our neighbors were friendly and quiet! The hike from the CG to twelve mile beach is a must do. Had some fun little cave formations in the rocks and then we had the beach all to ourselves. Definitely a primitive campsite with pit toilets and a water source, but that’s all you really need! Would definitely return.

Jordyn E

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 8, Loop:

4

One thing I definitely recommend is maping out your directions for where your going around there before you arrive. There is absolutely 0 bars of anything and that makes it difficult to get places. But besides that I loved this campground super cute and cozy

Josie M

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 8, Loop:

5

Amazing campground conveniently located just 8 or so miles from the Chapel/mosquito loop trailhead. The campground itself is situated on a small lake, sites are fairly close together but all our neighbors were friendly and quiet! The hike from the CG to twelve mile beach is a must do. Had some fun little cave formations in the rocks and then we had the beach all to ourselves. Definitely a primitive campsite with pit toilets and a water source, but that’s all you really need! Would definitely return.

Jordyn E

Verified

August 11, 2021 Stayed at: 8, Loop:

4

One thing I definitely recommend is maping out your directions for where your going around there before you arrive. There is absolutely 0 bars of anything and that makes it difficult to get places. But besides that I loved this campground super cute and cozy

Location Little Beaver Campground

Address:
P.O. Box 40
Munising, MI, 49862
United States

Highway access

Little Beaver Campground is accessible via M-28, which is approximately 20 miles to the south. From M-28, visitors can take local roads to reach the campground.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.5583 / -86.3627

Elevation: 189 feet

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Last updated: June 5, 2026

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