Hurricane River Campground

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore hugs the Lake Superior shoreline for more than 40 miles along Michigan's northern coast. Lake Superior is the largest, deepest, coldest and most pristine of all the Great Lakes. Sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, inland lakes, deep forest and wild shoreline beckon you to visit — the power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coastal features and affects every ecosystem, creating a unique landscape to explore, and hiking, camping, sightseeing and four-season outdoor opportunities abound. Cell phone reception is limited, so unplug, unwind and enjoy the serenity. Hurricane River Campground is located 12 miles west of Grand Marais and is divided into two separate sections off County Highway H-58: Hurricane River Upper, with 10 sites, and Hurricane River Lower, with 12. Campground amenities include water, pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings and handicap accessible sites. Upper Hurricane River is tucked back in the woods with beautiful deciduous trees between sites, allowing for the woodsy experience of Northern Michigan. The drive-in campsites are rustic and do not have electric, water or sewer hookups. Campers, trailers and RVs are welcome, and there are generator free areas. Campsites provide a picnic table, fire ring with grill grate and tent pad. Tent-style enclosures for campsite portable toilets are strictly prohibited. Hurricane River Lower Campground is the trailhead for the Au Sable Light Station, a 3-mile round trip stroll to the lighthouse with views of Lake Superior, Jacobsville Sandstone and shipwreck remains. In all, the lakeshore offers 100 miles of hiking trails leading to waterfalls, beaches, forest wilderness, cultural sites and breathtaking cliff-top views of Lake Superior. Lake Superior's rugged shoreline invites boaters to explore the beautiful Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with its miles of colorful sandstone cliffs and long stretches of sandy beaches, and peaceful inland lakes invite boaters to linger in the northwoods. Check the marine weather forecast before venturing out, and watch the weather carefully while on the lake — it can change suddenly and unexpectedly, and just because it's calm in Munising Bay or Grand Marais Harbor does not mean it is calm along the more distant shores. The Pictured Rocks cliffs rise 50 to 200 feet directly from the lake, offering precious few protected places if the wind and waves increase. Kayak and other guided tours and Pictured Rocks boat cruises within the national lakeshore are offered by authorized private companies, and pontoon boat and other rentals for use on Lake Superior are available in nearby communities.