Flowing Well Campground
Campground · Michigan · 6 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Sturgeon, Michigan (Hiawatha Nf) Wild and Scenic River (Recreational) · Open Access
- 6
- Bookable sites
- 25 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 617 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Flowing Well Campground is situated along the western banks of the Sturgeon River, among large trees and a variety of wildflowers. Camping, fishing, picnicking and canoeing can be enjoyed in a serene setting.Recreation
The area is most popular for canoeing and other non-motorized boating, as the Sturgeon River Canoe Trail runs right through the campground. The trail weaves with the river through a 41-mile portion of the heavily wooded Hiawatha National Forest. There are various access points along the river.Fishing is also popular, with brook trout, steelhead and salmon found in the river.
Facilities
The campground offers less than a dozen spacious sites for tent and RV camping. Some sites are situated along the bank, overlooking the slow-moving river.Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings, and most come equipped with grills as well. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided. The water from the well has a heavy iron and sulfur content, which is an acquired taste, but is safe to consume.
A group picnic area is also equipped with tables and campfire rings with grills. It is adjacent to a good-sized parking area. Vault toilets and drinking water are also available.
Natural Features
The campground is sandwiched between Forest Highway 13 and the Sturgeon River, in the lower portion of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It is about 10 miles from the northern shores of Lake Michigan. The region is dotted with wildflowers and mature trees.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.The facts
- Season: May 15 – September 15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 6 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 25 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: FLOW
Site types
- 6 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills, shade.
6 campsites at Flowing Well Campground
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | FLOW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | FLOW | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | FLOW | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | FLOW | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | FLOW | Standard Nonelectric | Pull Through | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | FLOW | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 25 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Rapid River, Michigan, take U.S. 2/Lakeshore Drive east for 16 miles, then continue north on Forest Highway 13 for 2 miles.
45.93747, -86.70709 · 45°56'14.9"N 86°42'25.5"W
Typical weather
Typically 78°F in Jul, down to 26°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 26 | 28 | 36 | 48 | 62 | 73 | 78 | 77 | 69 | 55 | 41 | 31 |
| Low °F | 8 | 7 | 13 | 28 | 40 | 50 | 54 | 50 | 44 | 35 | 27 | 16 |
| Precip in | 1.8 | 1.5 | 1.9 | 3.1 | 3.2 | 3.4 | 3.5 | 3.2 | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.0 | 2.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Flowing Well Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Flowing Well Campground?
- Yes, Flowing Well Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Flowing Well Campground have?
- 6 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Flowing Well Campground?
- 25 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Flowing Well Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Flowing Well Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Flowing Well Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Flowing Well Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Flowing Well Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Flowing Well Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Standard Non Electric Site Fee $22 Double Campsite, 2 camp units per night $44 Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.
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Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-01.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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