Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace
Campground · Michigan · 33 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Hiawatha National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 33
- Bookable sites
- 45 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 602 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Lake Michigan Campground at St. Ignace provides great views and unlimited access to Lake Michigan. The area has excellent trails, winding hikers through ancient sand dunes, windswept foundations and a variety of vegetation.Recreation
The campsites are located between 20- to 30-foot high sand dunes and are just steps away from great body-surfing waves, that crash onto the lake's sandy beaches during commonly high winds. Lake Michigan does offer fishing, but anglers tend to prefer Brevort Lake better, for its catches of walleye, pike, bass, perch and crappie. Campers at Lake Michigan have access to the popular Sand Dunes Cross-Country Ski Trail, as well as the North Country National Scenic Trail, which connects a host of natural areas, from valleys to hilltops, prairies to forests and everything in between. Both trails offer miles of terrain, keeping hikers busy for as long as they choose.Facilities
The campground offers many shaded and open sites for tent and RV camping. Some sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Picnic tables and campfire rings with grills are provided.Accessible vault toilets are available, as well as drinking water. Hookups are not provided. Parking spurs are comprised of grass and dirt. A trash collection bin is available at the campground and a dump station can be found at Brevort Lake.
Natural Features
The campground stretches along a bluff between the highway and the lake. Dunes, waves, sand and wind are the primary environmental factors present. Visitors enjoy watching shorebirds, like the Spotted Sandpiper, which can often be seen running up and down the beaches throughout the day.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.Nearby Attractions
Brevort Lake is about five miles from the campground. St. Ignace is about 18 miles from the campground and is the closest town.Charges & Cancellations
Please cancel 7 days in advance if you need to cancel your reservation. Reservation sites cannot be traded for walk up sites.
The facts
- Season: First come, first serve, May 17; Reservations open May 23 – September 14 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 33 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 45 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE
Site types
- 33 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, grills.
33 campsites at Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 38 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 020 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 021 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 022 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 024 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 025 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 026 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 028 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 030 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 031 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 032 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 033 | LAKE MICHIGAN AT ST. IGNACE | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
W 3853 US-2 Moran Michigan 49760
From Mackinac Bridge, take Highway 2 approximately 18 miles west to the campground entrance.
45.98583, -84.97167 · 45°59'9.0"N 84°58'18.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 77°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 | 37 | 48 | 62 | 72 | 77 | 76 | 68 | 55 | 42 | 32 |
| Low °F | 7 | 7 | 15 | 28 | 39 | 49 | 54 | 54 | 46 | 36 | 27 | 16 |
| Precip in | 2.2 | 1.6 | 2.0 | 3.1 | 2.5 | 2.9 | 3.2 | 3.3 | 3.9 | 4.3 | 3.4 | 2.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.5 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 Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace
- Can you reserve a site at Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace?
- Yes, Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace have?
- 33 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace?
- 45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace.
- Are campfires allowed at Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace?
- Campfires are allowed at Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Site Fee $24 - Day Fee $6.00 - Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.
Camping near Lake Michigan AT ST. Ignace
- Brevoort Lake Campground 1.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
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- Three Lakes 23 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Sand Dunes less than 0.1 mi · Facility
- Brevoort Lake Campground 1.3 mi · Campground
- Civilian Conservation Corps - CCC Camp Round Lake 5.1 mi · Facility
- East Zone 10.1 mi · Facility
- St Ignace Guided Auto Tour 10.1 mi · Facility
- Fall Color Roads - East Side of Hiawatha 10.1 mi · Facility
- Grand Hotel 19.1 mi · Facility
- Search Bay 21.9 mi · Facility
- Sault Ste Marie Guided Auto Tour 23.1 mi · Facility
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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