Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, Mi)
Hiawatha National Forest — lakeside, hiking
Location: St. Ignace, MI, MI
Price: From $21 per night
Price range: $21–$24 per night
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (150 reviews)
Season: May through October
Located just off the Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Bay View Campground provides a rustic opportunity to camp along the shores of Lake Superior. The campground is a perfect stop amidst many recreational opportunities available in the Sault Ste. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Whitefish Bay National Scenic Byway all the way to the beautiful Tahquamenon Falls.The rustic campground offers multiple single-family campsites for tent and RV camping.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: Verizon. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 0%. T-Mobile 4G: 0%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bay-view-hiawatha-national-forest-mi to be notified when sites open up.
Bay View Campground offers rustic camping along Lake Superior shores with access to miles of sandy beaches and the scenic Whitefish Bay area. The location provides easy exploration of recreational opportunities including Tahquamenon Falls and the Whitefish Bay National Scenic Byway.
Wildlife alert: Snowy Owls, Northern Hawk Owls, Spruce Grouse, American Beavers, and Common Watersnakes present in the area.
Insider tips for Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, Mi): Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand. Bring a self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites. Camp along Lake Superior shores for sunset views and beach access.
Skip Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, Mi) if: You need RV hookups—none are available at this campground.. You plan to visit outside May through October—seasonal closure..
Best time to visit Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, Mi): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October as verified..
Nearby campgrounds: Monocle Lake (St. Ignace, MI), Soldier Lake (St. Ignace, MI), Three Lakes (STRONGS, MI), Carp River Campground (ST. IGNACE, MI).
Cell Phone Coverage at Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, Mi)
Cell signal at Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, Mi) (St. Ignace, MI): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: Verizon.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Located just off the Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Bay View Campground provides a rustic opportunity to camp along the shores of Lake Superior. The campground is a perfect stop amidst many recreational opportunities available in the Sault Ste. Visitors also enjoy exploring the Whitefish Bay National Scenic Byway all the way to the beautiful Tahquamenon Falls.The rustic campground offers multiple single-family campsites for tent and RV camping.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand.
Bring a self-contained RV; no hookups available at most sites.
Camp along Lake Superior shores for sunset views and beach access.
Campground operates seasonally May through October as verified.
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: Verizon.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
19456 W Lakeshore Drive, Brimley MI 49715 From Brimley, Michigan, travel west on County Road 42/Whitefish Bay Scenic Byway for approximately 8 miles. Bay View is on the north side of the road.
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Hiawatha National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Hiawatha National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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