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Hurricane River Campground

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan

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As of October 2026, Hurricane River Campground is a campground in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan with 21 campsites. Hurricane River Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Hurricane River Campground is located at 46.6640° N, 86.1662° W.

people allowed on each site: 8

Hurricane River Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Mid-stay changes allowed
Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
Campsites held at once: 2 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 14 reservations
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Maximum per transaction: 2 reservations per transaction
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights

Published by Recreation.gov for Hurricane River Campground, read on September 28, 2026.

Campsites at Hurricane River Campground

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Standard 21
Accessible 2

What an RV fits

24 ft1 site
28 ft1 site
33 ft1 site
34 ft1 site
36 ft16 sites
42 ft1 site

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: boating, swimming, hiking, photography.

All sites at Hurricane River Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Site	Loop	Type	Sleeps	Max RV	Access
01	Lower	Standard	8	24 ft	-
02	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	-
03	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	-
04	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	-
05	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	-
06	Lower	Standard	8	28 ft	-
07	Lower	Standard	8	33 ft	-
09	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	-
10	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	-
11	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	-
12	Lower	Standard	8	36 ft	Accessible
01	Upper	Standard	8	34 ft	-
02	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	-
03	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	-
04	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	-
05	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	-
06	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	-
07	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	-
08	Upper	Standard	8	42 ft	-
09	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	-
10	Upper	Standard	8	36 ft	Accessible

About Hurricane River Campground

Overview

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. Camping at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is a great way to relax and enjoy the beauties the lakeshore has to offer. Campgrounds are rustic, and do not provide electric or sewer hookups. Campers, trailers, and RVs are welcome, note there are generator free areas. Cell phone reception is limited, so unplug, unwind, and enjoy the serenity Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Campgrounds has to offer.

Hurricane River Campground is located 12 miles (19 km) west of Grand Marais and is divided into two separate sections off County Highway (H-) 58, Hurricane River Upper, and Hurricane River Lower. The Upper Campground has 10 sites and the Lower Campground has 12. Campground amenities include water, pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and handicap accessible sites. Hurricane River Lower Campground is the trailhead for the Au Sable Light Station, which is a 3-mile (5 km) round trip stroll to the lighthouse with views of Lake Superior, Jacobsville Sandstone, and Shipwreck remains. Upper Hurricane River is tucked back in the woods with beautiful deciduous trees between sites allowing for the woodsy experience of Northern Michigan.

Recreation

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore offers 100 miles (161 km) of hiking trails leading to waterfalls, beaches, forest wilderness, cultural sites, and breathtaking cliff-top views of Lake Superior. Whether you have only a few minutes, hours, or days to see a portion of the lakeshore, one of these hikes may be for you.

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. Peaceful inland lakes also invite boaters to linger in the northwoods. Check the marine weather forecast before venturing out. Watch the weather carefully while on the lake. The weather can change suddenly and unexpectedly. 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 (15 to 61 m) directly from the lake, offering precious few protected places if the wind and waves increase.

Facilities

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 are strictly prohibited. Typically there is no cell phone reception.

Natural Features

Sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coastal features and affects every ecosystem, creating a unique landscape to explore. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, and four-season outdoor opportunities abound.

Nearby Attractions

Kayak and Other Guided Tours and Pictured Rocks Boat Cruises within the national lakeshore are offered by authorized private companies. Pontoon boat and other rentals for use on Lake Superior are available in nearby communities.

Rules and notices at Hurricane River Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Hurricane River Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

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 in sites designated as generator free at Hurricane River Campground (#4 - #7).

Important times:

Checkout time is 11:00 am. Upon arrival, you can occupy your site any time after 11:00 am.

Campground quiet hours are 10 pm to 6 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.

Campsite 1 in the upper loop and campsite 11 in the lower loop can be reserved 2 weeks before your intended arrival date.

Campsite 1 in the lower loop and campsite 2 in the upper loop can be reserved 4 days before your intended arrival date.

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Hurricane River Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hurricane River Campground?

Hurricane River Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Hurricane River Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hurricane River 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 Hurricane River Campground have?

Hurricane River Campground has 21 campsites.