Widewaters Campground
Campground · Michigan · 32 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Hiawatha National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 32
- Bookable sites
- 58 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 798 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Widewaters Campground is remotely located on Michigan's upper peninsula in the Hiawatha National Forest.It sits on a stretch of heavily forested land between Lake Superior and Lake Michigan, near a series of smaller lakes and the Indian River, making it an ideal getaway for anglers and explorers alike.
Recreation
This small, quiet campground is perfect for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Anglers enjoy catching brook trout in the area.The 9-mile Bruno's Run Trail, which winds its way past a host of small lakes in the area, passes directly through the campground and is a popular trail for hiking and biking, as well as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter.
Facilities
The campground offers multiple well-spaced single-family sites, available for tent and RV camping. Sites vary from being heavily wooded and private, to open with little privacy. A few waterfront sites have access to the river. Some additional sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.Each site is equipped with tables and campfire rings and some have access to grills. Accessible vault toilets and drinking water are provided.
Boat ramps are available at the campground and also at Fish Lake.
Natural Features
Widewaters is in a beautiful forest of mature hardwoods, sandwiched between Irwin Lake and Indian River.Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (906) 767-1111.The facts
- Season: May 15 – September 15 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
- 32 bookable sites
- Vehicles up to 58 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND
Site types
- 32 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, grills.
32 campsites at Widewaters Campground
Check-in 02:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Grade | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Riverfront | 38 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 03 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 53 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 53 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 06 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 53 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 38 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 28 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | Riverfront | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 33 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | Riverfront | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 58 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | Riverfront | 53 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 58 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 53 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 38 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 46 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 38 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 28 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 18 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 28 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 53 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 58 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 53 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 32 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Slight | — | 28 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | Moderate | — | 38 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 35 | WIDEWATERS CAMPGROUND | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | — | — | 58 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Munising, Michigan, go east on Michigan Highway 28 for about 3 miles. Turn south on Forest Highway 13 at Wetmore and continue for 12 miles. Turn west onto Forest Road 2262 and follow for about a mile to the campground entrance.
46.21944, -86.62833 · 46°13'10.0"N 86°37'42.0"W
Typical weather
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 2.3 | 1.8 | 1.6 | 2.6 | 3.3 | 3.3 | 3.8 | 2.8 | 3.7 | 4.7 | 3.1 | 2.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.4 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 Widewaters Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Widewaters Campground?
- Yes, Widewaters Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Widewaters Campground have?
- 32 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Widewaters Campground?
- 58 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Widewaters Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Widewaters Campground.
- Are campfires allowed at Widewaters Campground?
- Campfires are allowed at Widewaters Campground. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Widewaters Campground also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Widewaters Campground's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Standard Non Electric Site Fee $22 Double Family, 2 camp units, per night $44 Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.
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Contact
- Email bayfurnace@jamadots.com
- 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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