Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI)
Campground · Michigan · 24 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
- 24
- Bookable sites
- 50 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 602 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Located just off the Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Bay View Campground provides a rustic opportunity to camp along the shores of Lake Superior. The campground is a perfect stop amidst many recreational opportunities available in the Sault Ste. Marie area. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Whitefish Bay National Scenic Byway all the way to the beautiful Tahquamenon Falls.Recreation
Miles of sandy beaches and beautiful sunsets stretch across Lake Superior, the greatest single body of fresh water in the world. Birding and sightseeing are popular pastimes, and visitors enjoy long walks along Superior's beaches.Facilities
The rustic campground offers multiple single-family campsites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire rings with grills.Vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are available at several locations within the campground. Most of the sites are heavily shaded. A campground host lives at the campground and can be available to answer any questions.
Natural Features
The campground is located in Lake Superior's famous Whitefish Bay, the site of numerous historically preserved shipwrecks and lighthouse stations. The area is also a natural corridor for migratory birds.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.Nearby Attractions
Tahquamenon Falls, a series of beautifully brown-colored waterfalls on the Tahquamenon River, are located just 30 miles away. The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum and Whitefish Point Lighthouse are 39 miles to the north and west while the Point Iroquois Lighthouse lies about 8 miles east.Charges & Cancellations
Please cancel 7 days in advance if you need to cancel your reservation. Reserve sites cannot be transferred to walk up sites.
The facts
- 24 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 50 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: BAY VIEW
Site types
- 23 Standard Nonelectric
- 1 Walk To
Amenities
- Fire pits
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, picnic tables, grills.
24 campsites at Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI)
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 03 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 08 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | BAY VIEW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | BAY VIEW | Walk To | Back In | Gravel | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
19456 W Lakeshore Drive, Brimley MI 49715
From Brimley, Michigan, travel west on County Road 42/Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway for approximately 8 miles. Bay View is on the north side of the road.
46.46000, -84.77944 · 46°27'36.0"N 84°46'46.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 79°F in Jul, down to 25°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 25 | 29 | 39 | 52 | 66 | 76 | 79 | 77 | 69 | 55 | 41 | 31 |
| Low °F | 8 | 9 | 17 | 29 | 39 | 48 | 53 | 53 | 46 | 36 | 27 | 17 |
| Precip in | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1.9 | 3.2 | 2.6 | 3.1 | 4.1 | 3.1 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 3.4 | 2.5 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 14.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Fees and stay limits
Check-in time is anytime after 2 p.m. Early arrivals will be charged for the previous day.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI)
- Can you reserve a site at Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI)?
- Yes, Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI) have?
- 24 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI)?
- 50 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI)?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI).
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Contact
- Phone 906-203-9872
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-03.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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