The best camping near Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area adventure.

Discover the vast beauty of Lake Superior's protected waters.

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Latibule Resort and Campground

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents155 acres · Dorion, ON

We purchased this property with a vision and have been working to develop it into a beautiful place to escape and relax ever since. The property is situated on Crow lake in the middle of Canyon Country surrounded by amazing landscapes and opportunities to see and explore them, a few include waterfalls, rock climbing, conservation areas, lake superior, amethyst mines, suspension bridges and more. Look for Latibule Resort on Instagram and Facebook

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Slate River Dairy

1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Thunder Bay, ON

We are an on-farm processing dairy where we take the milk from our own farm and bottle this in glass returnable bottles. We make many different products as can be seen on our website www.slateriverdairy.com We also sell other local products. We let campers stay in our parking lot where they can enjoy a beautiful sunset and many hiking trail just minutes away from us. Campers can walk down to the river and maybe see a beaver hard at work. Campers will not be allowed to walk to the farm as insurance won't let us. There are many activities that can be done around here in nature and we will provide a map and explanation of where the activity is and provide website links as well of the many hiking trail around us. There is a lake about 12 min drive from us with a nice beach. We will provide a pick nick table and can set up a badminton net as well for those that like to have a badminton game. A short walk from us a small Catholic country church, and you can walk to the Slate River Bridge on Hwy 608 and on Hwy 61.

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Boreal Wilderness Retreat

1 site · Tent114 acres · ON

114 acres of forest with the Arrow river running through it. Soil is clay so water isn’t clear but it’s nice and deep and refreshing. Extremely peaceful, no sounds except nature! Totally off the grid property with tons of space along the river to camp and be private. Outhouse with shower located closer to the house. Dogs allowed as long as they are friendly. We have a 2 year old and there is a small play structure closer to the house as well. Canoe can be used to paddle the river. Tons of trails on the property, and very close to many waterfalls and lakes! The spring flooding this year smashed up our gazebo so currently not useable, sorry!

The best camping near Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area guide

Overview

About

There’s a reason Lake Superior has been referred to as an inland ocean and you’ll discover that for yourself when you visit this immensely beautiful Great Lake. Called gichigamiing or “The Big Lake” by the Anishinaabe people of the region and known for its furious storms, the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area will soon be recognized as one of the largest protected areas of fresh water in the world.

When to go

The best time to visit Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area is during the summer months, from June to September, when the visitor centres are open daily from 10am to 5pm and the weather is most conducive for outdoor activities. Winter visits offer a unique charm, though accessibility may vary due to weather conditions.

Know before you go

Ensure you have appropriate gear for the season, as Lake Superior is known for its rapidly changing weather.
Visitor centres at Nipigon and Terrace Bay provide trip planning assistance and are open seasonally.
Check the Parks Canada website for the latest information on closures and accessibility before your trip.
Remember to respect the natural habitat and cultural significance of the area during your visit.
Connect with the park's social media channels for updates and engaging content about the conservation area.