Grand Island Cabins, MI - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Grand Island Cabins is located in the Munising Ranger District, Hiawatha National Forest (about 129 miles from Traverse City, MI) with an elevation of 634 feet. There are a total of 2 campsites including 2 cabins. The campground is normally open from the beginning of January to mid October. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Prices start at $170.00 per night. Activities include fishing.
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@JonathonM5BE7D · Camped on Jul 7, 2025 at Campsite #MER
Cabin was excellent with an amazing location roughly 100 feet from the shore of Lake Superior. Merchant beach was picturesque. The screened-in porch of the cabin gave us a nice respite from mosquitoes. The bunkbeds were large and the cabin is very well-built with solid double-paned windows. The pilot light of the heater kept the whole cabin toasty even though we had the thermostat set to the off position. Bring enough light sources for your level of activity - we had lots of lanterns. There were 5 chairs on the porch during our stay, something we were concerned about (we brought our own, but certainly didnt need to). We carried our gear the 1 mile down the trail with the assistance of a wagon (you can rent from the ferry company). The park ranger came by one day of our trip and dropped off fresh firewood and even took our garbage! The outhouse was very convenient for our group of 5 people (make sure to bring enough toilet paper). The gas grill provided was also located in the screened in porch with plenty of backup propane. My friend who lives in Colorado said this was the easiest camping experience he has ever had! Didnt see any bears, but thats okay. Overall an excellent experience.
@stephena903642 · Camped on Jul 4, 2025 at Campsite #MER
This cabin is perfect! It has everything needed and stocked with firewood and a gas grill with plenty of gas. The only things I would recommend is bring a large cast iron skillet or griddle to provide a cooking surface in the grill. Also hooks high on the walls or actual lines strung across would be very helpful for the placement of lights etc as the cabin is dark inside. Aside from that 1 mile is just the right distance from the ferry and Merchandise Beach is beautiful! The mountain biking was great and cell service was excellent! We had a lot of rain so we're able to hang out and watch movies after getting tired of euchre!
@BobS1319150 · Camped on Jun 19, 2025 at Campsite #SUN
Another wonderful trip to a magical place.
@JosephB6747928 · Camped on Feb 1, 2025 at Campsite #SUN
Beautiful place to snowshoe.
@RebekahB0B668F · Camped on Oct 6, 2024 at Campsite #MER
Less than a mile from the ferry, and part of a nice hiking loop along the shore, up to Echo lake, and back. There was a gale when we stayed so we were very grateful for the warm cabin!
@StaceyM5707137 · Camped on Aug 16, 2024 at Campsite #SUN
Staying here was one of the most peaceful, grounding experiences Ive ever had. The cabin is filled with little trinkets and extra supplies others have left behind. Its a short bike ride to the water spigot, and right across the main trail from a gorgeous overlook of the beach. The propane grill was so nice to have since it had rained the whole time I was there and doing a campfire wasnt going to happen. It was a magical experience!
@MelissaM982934 · Camped on Jun 8, 2023 at Campsite #SUN
It was wonderful
@AnneK5209378 · Camped on Oct 4, 2022 at Campsite #SUN
The cabin was well maintained except for issues with the heater. I called and spoke with whomever also gave me the entry code. He provided some guidance, but we ultimately suffered with temperature control the entire night. There were many statements in the guest book about similar issues, so it really should be taken care of. Also, the bunk bed mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. Other than those two issues, we appreciated having a place to rest besides our tent. The location of the cabin was perfect and we enjoyed the quick walk to the shore to enjoy the sunset!
@jackg5585346 · Camped on Jul 3, 2022 at Campsite #SUN
Clean, and a clean outhouse.
mattresses left a little to be desired, we put backpacking mattresses on top of the bed mattresses and we were fine
@RandyH9893483 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #MER
Awesome cabin. Greatly exceeded our expectations. Large, nice, and well kept. Very clean. Covered latrine nearby. Shore is very close and drinking water faucet is only about a mile away. Packed with amenities: screen porch, gas grill, indoor picnic table, outdoor picnic table, etc.
@RandyH561 · Camped on Sep 14, 2021 at Campsite #MER
Awesome cabin. Greatly exceeded our expectations. Large, nice, and well kept. Very clean. Covered latrine nearby. Shore is very close and drinking water faucet is only about a mile away. Packed with amenities: screen porch, gas grill, indoor picnic table, outdoor picnic table, etc.
@JamesK197 · Camped on Sep 11, 2021 at Campsite #SUN
It's well worth the 3.1 mile hike in. Drinking water is close but the beach is closer. Listen to the waves as you hang out by the camp fire. The porch is beautiful place to relax after a long day of hiking or wait out the rain. Can't wait to visit again.
@JamesK1667053 · Camped on Sep 11, 2021 at Campsite #SUN
It's well worth the 3.1 mile hike in. Drinking water is close but the beach is closer. Listen to the waves as you hang out by the camp fire. The porch is beautiful place to relax after a long day of hiking or wait out the rain. Can't wait to visit again.
@MichaelJ550489 · Camped on Jun 26, 2021 at Campsite #SUN
Stayed at the Sunset Cabin. Super nice. The site was well ordered. The cabin was excellent, clean, and exceeded expectations in every way. The site was great. Highly recommended. I can not imagine a better experience. BTW the fire ring was the best.
@MichaelJ554 · Camped on Jun 26, 2021 at Campsite #SUN
Stayed at the Sunset Cabin. Super nice. The site was well ordered. The cabin was excellent, clean, and exceeded expectations in every way. The site was great. Highly recommended. I can not imagine a better experience. BTW the fire ring was the best.
@ChristieR394 · Camped on Jun 7, 2021 at Campsite #SUN
We loved our stay! The cabin was perfect and the steps to the beach are very close. The sunset was amazing.
@ChristieR74085 · Camped on Jun 7, 2021 at Campsite #SUN
We loved our stay! The cabin was perfect and the steps to the beach are very close. The sunset was amazing.
@Jennifer252624 · Camped on Oct 4, 2020 at Campsite #MER
One little scratchy mouse tried to get in on night two; and forced the top bunkers to find mom on the bottom. We couldn’t (aka were scared when it didn’t turn on right away) get the heater thing figured out so we had some good nighttime snuggle fests and very brisk mornings.
@JenniferH192 · Camped on Oct 4, 2020 at Campsite #MER
One little scratchy mouse tried to get in on night two; and forced the top bunkers to find mom on the bottom. We couldn’t (aka were scared when it didn’t turn on right away) get the heater thing figured out so we had some good nighttime snuggle fests and very brisk mornings.
@ShelleyK771 · Camped on Sep 22, 2020 at Campsite #MER
We all had a wonderful time staying on the island! The ferry folks are super friendly and helpful. The cabins were super spacious and comfortable. The grill made life so much easier when rain ruined our dinner plans on the fire one night. Before we made it off the island, we were already planning for next year. The north side of the island was absolutely beautiful and we recommend making the trek up there. It was an absolutely amazing experience.
@ShelleyK272023 · Camped on Sep 22, 2020 at Campsite #MER
We all had a wonderful time staying on the island! The ferry folks are super friendly and helpful. The cabins were super spacious and comfortable. The grill made life so much easier when rain ruined our dinner plans on the fire one night. Before we made it off the island, we were already planning for next year. The north side of the island was absolutely beautiful and we recommend making the trek up there. It was an absolutely amazing experience.
@MelissaP943882 · Camped on Sep 9, 2020 at Campsite #SUN
Wonderful experience.
@MelissaP332 · Camped on Sep 9, 2020 at Campsite #SUN
Wonderful experience.
@JohnL931 · Camped on Sep 2, 2020 at Campsite #MER
The cabin was clean, well maintained and peaceful. Firewood is supplied. Excellent place and island is beautiful.
@RianaM266 · Camped on Jul 13, 2020 at Campsite #SUN
Cozy location and well-kept cabin. Even comes with a gas grill

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