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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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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.
The cabin is an excellent place to visit. My wife and I stayed for a week. I would recommend a stay of that length. McKeever Lake is beautiful, fishing is mediocre. Unless you are lucky and hook a muskie. The water pump needs to be replaced. I had to pump 20 times just to start a trickle. After 150-200 pumps the trickle produced a half bucket. Each pump is very hard so this is a problem. I wish they would replace it before September when I am going back again. Overall an excellent destination.
The cabin was perfect and left in perfect condition by the previous renters… Hope we did the same! The reservation system and combination entry code word worked perfectly. The only suggestion is to make the directions from the parking area to the cabin a bit clearer for us first timers.
The cabin was perfect and left in perfect condition by the previous renters… Hope we did the same! The reservation system and combination entry code word worked perfectly. The only suggestion is to make the directions from the parking area to the cabin a bit clearer for us first timers.
We had a great stay once we got there. We had not been before and were snowshoeing in with packs and a sled. We were using the pin on Google maps and ended up hiking twice as far as we needed to. (don't rely on Google maps to get there even though you'll have service!) We thought we had plenty of daylight to get to the cabin but ended up not getting there until dusk. A 'cabin' sign marking the direction from the warm season parking area would be helpful. That said, we had a GREAT stay. It was beautiful and private. The cabin warmed up pretty quickly once we got the stove going and stayed warm during our stay. Appreciate all the work done to stock the place with wood. Thank you for providing these rustic places to get away with our dog and just decompress in nature. They are so valuable!
We had a great stay once we got there. We had not been before and were snowshoeing in with packs and a sled. We were using the pin on Google maps and ended up hiking twice as far as we needed to. (don't rely on Google maps to get there even though you'll have service!) We thought we had plenty of daylight to get to the cabin but ended up not getting there until dusk. A 'cabin' sign marking the direction from the warm season parking area would be helpful. That said, we had a GREAT stay. It was beautiful and private. The cabin warmed up pretty quickly once we got the stove going and stayed warm during our stay. Appreciate all the work done to stock the place with wood. Thank you for providing these rustic places to get away with our dog and just decompress in nature. They are so valuable!
Wonderful winter retreat. The trail in was in excellent condition so pulling our sleds was no problem at all. There was plenty of firewood so the cabin was cozy and warm.
Wonderful winter retreat. The trail in was in excellent condition so pulling our sleds was no problem at all. There was plenty of firewood so the cabin was cozy and warm.
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.
