Bay Furnace Campground
Hiawatha National Forest, Michigan
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As of October 2026, Bay Furnace Campground is a campground in Michigan with 30 campsites. Bay Furnace Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Bay Furnace Campground is located at 46.4383° N, 86.7083° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 8
Bay Furnace Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
10 sites open on Oct 4 at Bay Furnace Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 10:35 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Taxes apply
- Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
- Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights
- Tribal discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Bay Furnace Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Bay Furnace Campground
- Standard 30
What an RV fits
- 25 ft1 site
- 30 ft1 site
- 35 ft7 sites
- 40 ft9 sites
- 45 ft5 sites
- 50 ft3 sites
- 55 ft1 site
- 60 ft2 sites
- 65 ft1 site
Amenities
- restrooms
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, photography.
All sites at Bay Furnace Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the BAY FURNACE CAMPGROUND loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 004 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 006 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft |
| 009 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft |
| 010 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 012 | Standard | 8 | 30 ft |
| 013 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft |
| 014 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 015 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 016 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft |
| 017 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 019 | Standard | 8 | 25 ft |
| 022 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 023 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 025 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Max RV |
|---|---|---|---|
| 026 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 027 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 030 | Standard | 8 | 55 ft |
| 031 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 032 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 033 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 037 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
| 038 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 040 | Standard | 8 | 50 ft |
| 041 | Standard | 8 | 40 ft |
| 042 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft |
| 043 | Standard | 8 | 65 ft |
| 044 | Standard | 8 | 45 ft |
| 046 | Standard | 8 | 60 ft |
| 048 | Standard | 8 | 35 ft |
About Bay Furnace Campground
Overview
Bay Furnace Campground is located on the south shores of Lake Superior, near Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. Favorite to many, the campground is centered to various waterfalls, as well as other sightseeing attractions, including boat tours and visits to Grand Island.
Recreation
Fishing in Lake Superior is best by boat. There is no access to the lake at Bay Furnace, but there is a boat ramp approximately 10 miles west, at AuTrain, and in Munising. Anglers can enjoy a variety of lake trout and salmon fishing.
Visitors can access the popular Grand Island via a 10-minute ferry ride or by private boat. This scenic island is a favorite for hiking, mountain biking and exploring.
Various boat excursions are offered near the campground at an additional cost, providing a great way to explore the crystal clear blue-green waters of Lake Superior and view the stunning natural rock formations.
Facilities
The campground offers multiple reservable single sites for tent and RV camping. Additional campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
A day-use picnic area is also available at the campground, located near the lake shore. Multiple tables, drinking water and accessible vault toilets are included.
Natural Features
Visitors can enjoy the scenic views of Lake Superior, with its spectacular sunrises, sunsets and occasional northern lights displays. Amid forests of deciduous trees, some sites overlook the lake while others are near Furnace Creek.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 379-5791.
Nearby Attractions
Boat ramps are available in Munising, less than 5 miles from the campground, or at AuTrain, which is about 10 miles away.
Rules and notices at Bay Furnace Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Bay Furnace Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Insect repellent is encouraged for visitors to Grand Island
Off-road vehicles not permitted
Two pets per site
No switching sites upon arrival
Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicle will be charged an $8 per night fee and collected at the campground if you did not pay for the Extra Vehicle Add On. Extra vehicles must fit on the parking spur at your site.
Reserved Sites will be held until checkout time (NOON) the day following your arrival date. Sites must be occupied by the checkout time of the second day to hold a reservation or the site will be forfeited and released to other guests.
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.
Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).
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.
Hiawatha National Forest - West Day Use Fees:
Day Use $8.00
Day Use Annual Pass $40.00
Check OUT is at 12:00 PM
Check IN is at 2:00 PM
Bay Furnace Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Bay Furnace Campground?
Bay Furnace Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 30 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Bay Furnace Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Bay Furnace Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Bay Furnace Campground have?
Bay Furnace Campground has 30 campsites.
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