The best camping near Ottawa National Forest
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Presque Isle Campground
7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Presque Isle, WI
Our quiet, secluded campground is located on beautiful Stateline Lake deep within the northwoods in Presque Isle (A.K.A. Wisconsin's Last Wilderness)
We offer premier full hookup RV campsites and tent campsites as well as cabin lodging and RV lodging - all right on the lake.
Amenities include:
- Campers and Cabins available to rent
- Docks and private boat slips available to rent
- Full hookups available
- 30 Amp electrical with 50 Amp available on select sites
- Women's and Men's Showers
- Two sets of women's and men's restrooms
- Boat landing access included
- For non-guests, boat landing day access can be purchased separately
- Wilderness
- Wildlife
- Fishing
- Privacy
- Seclusion
- Peace and quiet
The campground has been in operation for more than 50 years and is in the forest on a peninsula between two lakes with plenty of shade. Fish, boat, waterski, relax by the fire, and enjoy nature and the spectacular wildlife in this gorgeous natural paradise. Address: 8458 Balsam Dr, Presque Isle, WI 54557
Innumerable beautiful hiking and nature walks surround our site, including Wisconsin's treasured Van Vliet 400 acre Hemlock Preserve - one of the largest old-growth Hemlock forests in the country. We are just one hour south of the Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park.
Docking is included for campers and available for non-campers at a daily rate. Our site is situated on one of the most prized lakes for muskie fishing.
Enjoy sunny days swimming at the lake beach, activities and crafts for children with our camp hosts, and community campfire song night.
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River's Edge Adventure Company
3 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Mercer, WI
River's Edge is a four season adventure company in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, outfitting adventurers with equipment and guidance. The property is located on the Manitowish River, Heart of Vilas County bike trail, and Iron County snowmobile trails. Campsites are located on the west end of the property, in proximity to all the activities, and include full hookups, a picnic table and fire ring. Bathroom is available for campers, however there is no shower. Campers get a discount on rental equipment.
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Coadys' POV Lake Resort Glamping
19 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents15 acres · Phelps, WI
WELCOME TO THE NORTHWOODS
TOP-RATED WISCONSIN FAMILY RESORT | Nestled among the Nicolet National Forest and the crystal clear shores of North Twin Lake sits Coadys' Point of View Lake Resort and Glamping Campground. POV Resort can accommodate just about everyone with an abundance of on-site lakeside + wilderness adventure - all the makings of a super fun Eagle River getaway. If you are after terrific fishing, swimming, canoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing, or sitting around a crackling campfire...POV Resort is the place for you! Nearby you’ll also find thrilling zip lining, waterfalls, and go-kart rides.
RENOVATED CABIN RENTALS BY THE LAKE
Point of View Lake Resort has fully-renovated studio, 2 bedroom, and 3 bedroom cabin rentals - some are right in the middle of the action by the water and beach and others are nestled back into the national forest for a touch of privacy. Our year-round cabins combine the charm of a Northwoods cottage with the conveniences of a home. Great for weekend getaways in Wisconsin or annual week-long family get togethers. Our rates include all the amenities you would look for in a premier resort experience - including fireplaces, high speed wifi, and luxury bedding - but without exorbitant prices. We take our cleaning seriously - our units are so clean even Darren's mom would stay here!
RIDICULOUSLY AWESOME WISCONSIN GLAMPING
Point of View Lake Resort is the best Wisconsin glamping experience - it's super cool, luxury CAMPING at its best! POV is more than just a campground, we are a resort with a variety of period-authentic Glamping Tents & Vintage Campers and BYOTent campsites and a ton of super fun amenities (included in your rental rate!). Glamping (glamorous camping) give you the modern comforts you need to really relax and treat yourself and allows you to enjoy the beauty of the great Northwoods (without all the work of traditional camping). Check out our "Definitive Guide to Wisconsin Glamping" to learn more.
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Gentle Breeze Camping
3 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Houghton, MI
This is a
private campground on Sandy Lake.
Very quiet, private dock, sandy beach, great for fishing, kayaking or just relaxing.
New this year is a sauna with shower, this is an electric sauna , use will be by donation. Sauna is not part of base fee, additional cost for sauna
Learn more about this land:
Open fields and woods with lake access.
There is a private dock with swimming, great for kayaking
There is a near by public fishing site, 3 miles from General store from other lakes nearby with public access as well. We look forward to hosting you!
We are located in Twin Lakes Michigan , 2.3miles south of M-26 on 29839 Pike Lake Road
Very private setting
There is no electricity on site
Campers responsible for garbage removal
There is now a outhouse toilet on site
Enjoy the relief!
There is a limit of 2 dogs per site,
Dogs to be on leash if not friendly to people or other dogs
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Superior Lake Effect
1 site · RV, Tent8 acres · Ontonagon, MI
Fall colors expected to peak first week of October! Check out Porkies State Park chairlift rides September 23, 24, 30 and October 1, 7, 8, 14 , noon to six 10$. Sept
Enjoy 200 ft of Lake Superior private sandy beach frontage with access to more than 1.5 miles., Beautiful sunsets, and a chance to witness the northern lights, in your private dark sky park; bring your telescope. Search for agats and yooper rocks; bring a black light.
Situated on 8 acres of old growth forest, your short walk to the lake is through a park like preserve. Keep your eyes open for wildlife as you cross the boardwalk to the beach.
Bring your kayak and or paddle board for a unique experience. A boat launch 1/2 mile away can easily accommodate 16 ft motor boats if fishing is of interest.
Enjoy waterfalls? Bond, Agate, Bonanza, and O Kun-de kun are all within an hour.
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Dreamwood Wildness Refuge
3 sites · Lodging, Tents45 acres · Wakefield, MI
Want to have access to the spectacular Western Porkies but wish you weren't surrounded by loads of RVs and generators at the Presque Isle Campground? This is your spot!
We offer multiple options: in the forest, in the meadow, or on a bluff overlooking Lake Superior. All campsites are within a short walk of private Lake Superior beach access and old growth hemlock forest, and just a 20 minute walk to the majestic waterfalls of the Presque Isle Scenic Area!
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Sunshine Motel Rustic Camping
3 sites · Tents60 acres · Ontonagon, MI
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Has nature been calling your name? Test your love of nature at Sunshine Motel and Cabin’s rustic campground. Nestled in the back of the cabins and up a small hill lay three rustic campsites. These campsites are available for rent; perfect for the Eco Tourist, and not for the faint of heart. When we say rustic, it is rustic. No utilities or facilities (toilet not) provided. Toilet paper if needed. Parking is in a different spot; all sites are walk up. Please be aware that vehicle camping is not allowed on property.
Currently there is a communal fire pit, as well as fire pits on each site. Private picnic tables and communal tables surround the grounds. Additionally, each site is provided with a trash can and BBQ grill.
Along with our large campsites there is a yard for the kids to play and access to our private beach. Many other trails, lakes and rivers are in the area along with several shopping opportunities. Come enjoy all that we at the Sunshine can offer you.
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Fern Forest
3 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Pelkie, MI
We have 1 campsite located right along the Sturgeon River. River activities are welcome as well as forest dwelling, berry picking, hiking, and RELAXING! Fall asleep to the whoosh of the river, under the canopy of Maple trees.
Our property has no running water, electricity, nor restroom (working on getting this). Fully rustic and a pack-in-pack-out camp.
The river is ever-changing and must be treated with caution. All campers are responsible for their own safety with any and all property activities.
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The Hoegger Hideaway
2 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Three Lakes, WI
2 acre property on the edge of the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest with a mini aframe and a historic aframe barn soon to renovated! Property is perfect for your tent, hammock, camper van or RV (boondocking). You will have the entire property to yourself.
***Aframes are not offered as lodging at this time. This property is for dispersed tent camping, camper van, small pop-up camper, rooftop tent camping, small RV, etc.
Fire pit, woodshed, privy, chairs, picnic table and composter on property. Canoe and kayak available for you to use at the many nearby lakes! Beautiful hiking trails nearby.
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Tapiola Homestead
1 site · RV, Tent120 acres · South Range, MI
120 acres of country paradise to use as your base camp for adventuring in the Keweenaw. 20 minutes from Houghton and 20 minutes from Baraga/L’Anse. Snowmobile and ATV trail #3 is just a short cruise down Donken-Tapiola Road. Furry friends are always welcome and are able to be off leash! Turtle Pond Site has a 12x30 foot level gravel pad and a fire pit on a small pond frequented by turtles, ducks, deer, birds, and even a beaver. There is a 100 year old Finnish Homestead a short walk down a mowed trail. Guests are encouraged to take a look, but please don't enter the buildings as their integrity is unknown.
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Da Sugarbush on Stanley Lake
7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents9 acres · Iron River, MI
You'll be camping on our Stanley lake sugarbush property. Lakefront sites have power and water - are located in a grassy clearing on the shores of Stanley Lake. ABSOLUTELY NO CHARGING OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES ON PROPERTY!!
Primitive sites are amongst the maple trees of our sugarbush operation, within walking distance of the lake. These sites do not yet have water or electricity, but water is available from spigots at the lake clearing.
Stanley lake is just shy of 400 acres, known for walleye and bass. It is an all sports lake with no limited wake hours. Feel free to roam our woods - you will notice the blue maple lines come to an end at our east and west property lines, as well as a no trespassing sign on the lake clearing to the west line. Deer here are plentiful, and you can often get them to eat from your hand, provided you have apples. Iron county has a tremendous ORV/snowmobile trail system. You can drive your machine right from our property to the trails. There are two golf courses in the area, as well as a vast bicycle trail system. Ski Brule ski hills and sporting clay operation are a few miles from the property. Countless acres of public land for recreation!
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Rockhound Hideaway on Black River
2 sites · Lodging2 acres · Bessemer, MI
An outdoor enthusiasts dream awaits at Rockhound Hideaway, with opportunities for hiking, biking, swimming, boating and everything in between. The property is situated on a two acre lot with three other rentals on the edge of the Ottawa National Forest, with my full time residence just a few doors away. Rockhound Hideaway is a short walk to Black River Harbor and Lake Superior, the North Country Trail, the scenic and wild Black River, and so many great outdoor adventures. The Black River is accessible from the property for those adventurous enough for a steep walk down the back of the property, or accessible from one of five parking areas along the stretch of road surrounding the property. Lake Superior is located 1 mile north up the road.
Perfect for adventure seekers looking for a comfortable place to lay their head after a day exploring hiking trails, waterfalls, skiing, snowshoeing, and all the natural beauty the Ottawa National Forest has to offer. The property offers guests private space at each site, each site with its own charcoal grill, BYO charcoal, hammock, and fire ring. I provide 1 bundle of firewood per visit and more firewood is available at the common area for $5 per bundle.
The restrooms for the property is a two stall outhouse for all guests to share located next to the common, which features a roofed sun room with picnic table, lounging area and fire pit. The common area, Kitchigami Commons is there for all guests to enjoy the outdoors in a different setting or enjoy the outdoors when it's raining. It has a fire pit, playing cards, yard games and two lake tubes for guests to take out and enjoy on the lake. This is also where I keep extra firewood and extra drinking water when the temps are above freezing. Please help yourself to the lake tubes, just return them to the Commons when you are done. There is a path from each site to the common area and outhouse. Kitchigami Commons is also where we cook down sap and turn it into maple syrup during the spring time maple season. I am still making improvements to the Commons to provide a more enjoyable shared space, but you are welcome to use it, explore it and access the floaties and games. Please just be aware I may be present there and actively working on improvements, though I keep anything loud limited to when guests aren't present.
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Everyday is the best day ever at Ottowa National Forest, a great place for seasoned adventurers and families alike. The Sturgeon River Gorge Wilderness will please advance kayakers and canoers, while those with little ones can head to Lake Ottawa Recreation area for forested trails, picnicking spots and a swimming beach. Spy everything from wildflowers to black bears on the trails, and have that camera ready incase you see somethin' good. And in the cooler months? Leaf peeping and snowshoeing will make you glad you came to Ottawa when the crowds die down post summer. There’s something special about this place, experience Ottawa firsthand and reconnect with the great outdoors.
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