McKeever Lake
McKeever Cabin - Exterior View
McKeever Cabin - Exterior
McKeever Hiking Trail

Featured amenities

Parking Parking
Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Waterfront Waterfront

About Mckeever Cabin

McKeever Cabin is located in the Hiawatha National Forest in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, approximately 14 mi south of Munising, Michigan. The Cabin was constructed in 1991 and overlooks the 132-acre McKeever Lake. While the facility offers little in the way of modern amenities, convenient access to a number of recreational activities, including hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, swimming and cross-country skiing, make this cabin a desirable destination for the outdoors enthusiast. During warmer months, visitors may park their vehicle and access the cabin by foot via a 1 ft. trail. When snow is present, the cabin may be accessed by snowshoe or cross-country skis via a 1-mile trail.

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2026 (Current year)

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Parking Parking
Pet friendly Pet friendly
Waterfront Waterfront
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Firewood Available
Parking and Transport

Parking and Transport

  • Parking
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

Cabin Interior

  • Toilet Type
Cabin Outdoor Features

Cabin Outdoor Features

  • Deck or Patio

Views and Setting

  • View
  • Waterfront
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CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

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  • 6 guests

Site Details

Up to 6 guests
Surface: Gravel
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Reviews

102 reviews

Summary

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McKeever Cabin offers a beautiful and clean retreat in a serene setting, ideal for fishing and exploring Hiawatha National Forest. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere, well-stocked firewood, and comfortable accommodations, making it a perfect spot to unplug. However, some visitors noted the inconvenience of having to park a distance away from the cabin and suggested clearer signage for easier access.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

Based on 102 reviews

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2 stars 2.0% (2)
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Melinda P

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August 6, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

The cabin is very dark inside, even on sunny days. Bring extra lights or bright lanterns. The mattresses are more like a box spring. Not very comfortable to sleep on, an additional pad would be helpful for a good nights sleep. On a good note, the mouse problem seems to be corrected, not a single sighting!!

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Logan F

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July 6, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

The cabin itself was in good shape, and in a great location on the lake. Wood was well stocked. I do wish that you could use the access road to drive right up to the cabin (4wd could easily make it), but I suppose I understand their reasoning for it.

Unfortunately, the cabin has a mice problem. My friend and I observed at least 5 mice within the wood bin, climbing on the counters, and inbetween the panneling and the roof. I understand this is kind of the risk you take with a rustic cabin, and I am not at all upset with the Forest Service. Nothing you can really do. Increase their funding! But it is unnerving when mice are crawling around your head on the window sills in the middle of the night. Hopefully this gets taken care of before it becomes an even bigger issue.

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Logan F

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July 6, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

The cabin itself was in good shape, and in a great location on the lake. Wood was well stocked. I do wish that you could use the access road to drive right up to the cabin (4wd could easily make it), but I suppose I understand their reasoning for it.

Unfortunately, the cabin has a mice problem. My friend and I observed at least 5 mice within the wood bin, climbing on the counters, and inbetween the panneling and the roof. I understand this is kind of the risk you take with a rustic cabin, and I am not at all upset with the Forest Service. Nothing you can really do. Increase their funding! But it is unnerving when mice are crawling around your head on the window sills in the middle of the night. Hopefully this gets taken care of before it becomes an even bigger issue.

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Marci B

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March 14, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

We've stayed twice at McKeever now and enjoyed the quiet and natural surroundings. The cabin is cozy and always clean and stocked with wood. We do recommend another sign at the summer parking area for those headed in during winter directing you toward the cabin since Google maps has it marked wrong. (go left through the gate!) Was a great location to enjoy skiing/snowshoeing, and we also got out to visit some waterfalls and the Eben ice caves.

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Marci B

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March 14, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

We've stayed twice at McKeever now and enjoyed the quiet and natural surroundings. The cabin is cozy and always clean and stocked with wood. We do recommend another sign at the summer parking area for those headed in during winter directing you toward the cabin since Google maps has it marked wrong. (go left through the gate!) Was a great location to enjoy skiing/snowshoeing, and we also got out to visit some waterfalls and the Eben ice caves.

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Charles E

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February 1, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

idyllic rustic cabin set away from traffic and noise. Not having electricity is a small challenge but also a joy to have time to live the simple life. Too simple, however, is not having a chair with a back - only stools. How hard would it be to add a couple of folding chairs?

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Charles E

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February 1, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

idyllic rustic cabin set away from traffic and noise. Not having electricity is a small challenge but also a joy to have time to live the simple life. Too simple, however, is not having a chair with a back - only stools. How hard would it be to add a couple of folding chairs?

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Jon P

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January 23, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

We had a great time! My only complaint would be signage. It was difficult to navigate from the parking lot to the cabin. Specifically, a "cabin this way" sign at the foreboding gate would have been immensely helpful and would have prevented us from having to back track in the dark. That being said I will plan on using it again.

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Jon P

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January 23, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

We had a great time! My only complaint would be signage. It was difficult to navigate from the parking lot to the cabin. Specifically, a "cabin this way" sign at the foreboding gate would have been immensely helpful and would have prevented us from having to back track in the dark. That being said I will plan on using it again.

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daniel b

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January 17, 2023 Stayed at: CABIN1, Loop: MCKEEVER CABIN

McKeever cabin is a a great place to get away for a weekend or a few days and unplug. The location is great for skiing and snowshoeing. The cabin is cozy and there was a nice supply of firewood for the stove. We hope to return again.

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Location & Directions for Mckeever Cabin

Munising Ranger District, Munising, MI 49862 United States

Elevation: 244 ft

Nearest town

Munising, MI - 16 mi

About 21 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • A combination code is needed to access the cabin. Be sure to check your confirmation letter for the combination code
  • Cabin does not have electricity. You must bring all your own supplies including: camp stove, dishes, cooking and eating utensils, toilet paper, water containers, lanterns, flashlights, bedding and pillows.
  • In winter, plan to ski or snowshoe approximately one mile on FR 2163 as it is not plowed.
  • Also in winter at times the water pump will freeze, so plan on packing in your own water.
  • No trash services; This facility is 'Pack it in, Pack it out'
  • Pets are allowed at this site but must be on a leash. Pets cannot be left alone in the cabin.
  • Tents, RVs and trailers may not be used in the vicinity of the cabin without prior written approval
  • Off road use of ATVs or OHVs is prohibited by law. Occupants are expected to clean the cabin and the grounds prior to departure.
  • Click here to learn more about the Hiawatha National Forest
  • 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.

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Last updated: October 23, 2026

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