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Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin

Twelve Mile Beach board walk
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Vault restrooms at Twelve Mile Campground

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly

About Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin

Twelvemile Beach Campground is a beautiful campground along Lake Superior located within the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, just 15 miles (24 km) west of Grand Marais. There are 36 sites total, including 2 universally accessible sites. Twelvemile Beach has water, pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and an interpretive amphitheater. The campground has access to the North Country Trail and the two mile (3.2 km) long self-guided White Birch Interpretive Trail. The turning radius and some of the parking at sites are limited, so the Park recommends that camper, or vehicle/trailer length should NOT exceed 42 feet (13 m). 

Number of accommodations: 36

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 15 to Oct 15

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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

36 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 02, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 03, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 04, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 05, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 06, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 07, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 08, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 09, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 10, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 12, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 13, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 14, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 15, Loop: East
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 17, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 18, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 19, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 20, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 21, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 22, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 23, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 24, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 25, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 26, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 27, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 28, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 29, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 30, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 31, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 32, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
33, Loop: West
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
34, Loop: West
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
35, Loop: West
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 36, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 37, Loop: West
No Hookups
Price not available
🏠 Twelvemile Cabin, Loop: West
8 guests · Campfire
Price not available

Reviews (970)

What Guests Are Saying

Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin is praised for its stunning scenery, well-maintained facilities, and friendly hosts, making it a favorite among visitors. Clean bathrooms, beautiful sunsets, and easy access to the beach enhance the overall experience. While some noted challenges like biting flies and limited water access for campers, these did not overshadow the campground's charm and potential for a peaceful getaway.

Review Summary

4.6
970 reviews
5
75.7%
734
4
15.3%
148
3
5.8%
56
2
2.1%
20
1
1.2%
12

Annabelle E

Verified

June 4, 2021 Stayed at: 34, Loop: West

5

We had a lovely time at twelve-mile beach campground. The vault toilets were some of the most pleasant I have ever used. The site was very well maintained and the beach was absolutely beautiful. It was a little chilly and very windy as of late May, but it can be a wonderful experience with the proper equipment. We had heard that the road to the chapel rock trailhead was super muddy and horrible, so my camping partner went to the little beaver trailhead instead and hiked along the coast going west. We went over 13 miles total and were able to get well past chapel rock and beach.

Patrick R

Verified

June 4, 2021 Stayed at: 01, Loop: East

5

A beautiful view of the Big Lake.

Jean F

Verified

June 3, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: East

5

The beach was, as always, beautiful and the waters colorful. One thing we noticed was the number of empty campsites in light of the campground showing fully booked. It's a shame that people don't cancel their reservation. There was no campground host yet so maybe that plays into it as well. Be sure to visit captain Ron's in Munising for fish sausage or fresh fish. Get some fish n chips at his food truck. Visit Miner's Pasties in Munising for the best pasties in the UP.

Jenna W

Verified

June 3, 2021 Stayed at: 29, Loop: West

5

We had an amazing camping experience here! We spent the entire week at site 29 in our 17’ camper. It and our truck fit perfectly in the spot, and the proximity to the beach was the icing on the cake. It’s a beautiful, quiet little campground (seriously, very quiet) and everyone we ran into was very nice and respectful. It is a bit of a drive to Munising or Grand Marais, but that’s one of the main reasons we chose this campground— to get away! Luckily we brought our solar hookup and propane to last the whole week. We would recommend this campground to anyone!

Jean F

Verified

June 3, 2021 Stayed at: 12, Loop: East

5

The beach was, as always, beautiful and the waters colorful. One thing we noticed was the number of empty campsites in light of the campground showing fully booked. It's a shame that people don't cancel their reservation. There was no campground host yet so maybe that plays into it as well. Be sure to visit captain Ron's in Munising for fish sausage or fresh fish. Get some fish n chips at his food truck. Visit Miner's Pasties in Munising for the best pasties in the UP.

Jenna W

Verified

June 3, 2021 Stayed at: 29, Loop: West

5

We had an amazing camping experience here! We spent the entire week at site 29 in our 17’ camper. It and our truck fit perfectly in the spot, and the proximity to the beach was the icing on the cake. It’s a beautiful, quiet little campground (seriously, very quiet) and everyone we ran into was very nice and respectful. It is a bit of a drive to Munising or Grand Marais, but that’s one of the main reasons we chose this campground— to get away! Luckily we brought our solar hookup and propane to last the whole week. We would recommend this campground to anyone!

Michael B

Verified

May 30, 2021 Stayed at: 05, Loop: East

5

The campsites are separated and well laid out.
The sunsets are truly world class at this location as well as the natural surroundings.
The only issue was an incident from site 6 who ran a generator till midnight one night and the next night till just past eleven.
One other party on site 4 played music well after 10.00 pm and the gentleman from site 1 asked them to cease and they did.
We love this area and use to come here 25 years ago and it was very rustic but quite.
We stopped coming because it was not a reservable system yet and just very busy.
After this experience we will come again but only in May.

Michael B

Verified

May 30, 2021 Stayed at: 05, Loop: East

5

The campsites are separated and well laid out.
The sunsets are truly world class at this location as well as the natural surroundings.
The only issue was an incident from site 6 who ran a generator till midnight one night and the next night till just past eleven.
One other party on site 4 played music well after 10.00 pm and the gentleman from site 1 asked them to cease and they did.
We love this area and use to come here 25 years ago and it was very rustic but quite.
We stopped coming because it was not a reservable system yet and just very busy.
After this experience we will come again but only in May.

Trinity S

Verified

May 28, 2021 Stayed at: 03, Loop: East

5

This campground is amazing. Very clean, quiet, and the view.... Nothing short of breathtaking. Highly recommend!

Trinity S

Verified

May 28, 2021 Stayed at: 03, Loop: East

5

This campground is amazing. Very clean, quiet, and the view.... Nothing short of breathtaking. Highly recommend!

Location Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin

Address:
Munising Falls Visitor Center, 1505 Sandpoint Road
Munising, MI, 49862
United States

Highway access

Twelvemile Beach Campground is accessible via M-28, which is approximately 20 miles to the south, providing access to other major routes in the region.

Latitude & Longitude: 46.6391 / -86.2178

Elevation: 195 feet

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

11AM

Check out time

11AM

General

  • 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 at any time of day in the west-end loop (#17 - #37) of Twelvemile Beach Campground nor in sites designated as generator free at Hurricane River Campground.
  • Upon arrival, you can occupy your site any time after 11:00 am. There are generator-free areas at Twelvemile Beach and Hurricane River Campgrounds. Music should be for private listening only.
  • 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.Campsites 4, 26, and 35 can be reserved two weeks before your intended arrival date while Campsites 8, 15, and 33 can be reserved four days before your intended arrival date.

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Last updated: June 5, 2026

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