Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Danaher, MI

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Danaher offers a variety of camping options tailored for outdoor enthusiasts. For RV campers, the Danaher Falls Campground provides spacious sites equipped with essential amenities, allowing you to enjoy the natural beauty of nearby waterfalls while staying comfortable. Tent campers will love Lake Superior State Forest, where campsites are set amidst towering pines and serene lakes, perfect for swimming and fishing. For those seeking a more rugged experience, dispersed camping in the adjacent Ottawa National Forest invites adventurers to set up camp in secluded spots, surrounded by untouched wilderness. The region's diverse geography features stunning lakes, dense forests, and rolling hills, making it an ideal backdrop for hiking, canoeing, and wildlife viewing. Whether you're in an RV, pitching a tent, or exploring off-the-beaten-path, Danaher's camping options promise an unforgettable escape into nature.

Colwell Lake Campground is located in the Manistique Ranger District, Hiawatha National Forest (3 hrs 58 min northwest of Traverse City, MI) with an elevation of 754 feet. There are a total of 43 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of October. 34 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 60 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. 5 sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $20.00 to $60.00. Some amenities include dump station, boat ramp, swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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Petes Lake Campground is located in the Munising Ranger District, Hiawatha National Forest (4 hrs 10 min northwest of Traverse City, MI) with an elevation of 802 feet. There are a total of 48 campsites including 2 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of September. 45 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 75 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $22.00 to $44.00. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

22 Available Campsites

Widewaters Campground is located in the Munising Ranger District, Hiawatha National Forest (4 hrs 10 min northwest of Traverse City, MI) with an elevation of 791 feet. There are a total of 32 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid September. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 18 and 58 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $22.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

16 Available Campsites

Three Lakes Campground is located in the Sault Ste. Marie Ranger District, Hiawatha National Forest (2 hrs 47 min north of Traverse City, MI) with an elevation of 877 feet. There are a total of 10 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the end of October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 20 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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Little Bass Lake Dispersed Campsite Campground is located in the Manistique Ranger District, Hiawatha National Forest (3 hrs 29 min northwest of Traverse City, MI) with an elevation of 587 feet. There are a total of 5 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 20 and 24 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $8.00 per night. Activities include boating, fishing, floating sports.

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