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Black River Harbor Campground

Ottawa National Forest — lakeside, hiking

Location: Ironwood, MI, MI

Price: From $22 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (109 reviews)

Season: May through October

Planning a trip to the Black River Harbor Campground? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility. Black River Campground is adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/black-river-harbor-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Black River Harbor Campground offers 37 sites adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area with opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, and bird watching. The location provides beautiful scenery and access to multiple outdoor activities.

Wildlife alert: Common wildlife includes American Beaver, American Red Squirrel, Downy Woodpecker, Common Merganser, and Eastern Garter Snake.

Insider tips for Black River Harbor Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand. Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available. Access boating and fishing directly from the adjacent Black River Harbor Recreation Area.

Skip Black River Harbor Campground if: You need RV hookups - this campground has none.. You plan to visit outside May-October seasonal window.. You prefer larger, less crowded facilities with more amenities..

Best time to visit Black River Harbor Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Black River Harbor Pavilion (Ironwood, MI), Henry Lake Camp (Marenisco, MI), Bobcat Lake Camp (Marenisco, MI), Pomeroy Lake Camp (Marenisco, MI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Black River Harbor Campground

Cell signal at Black River Harbor Campground (Ironwood, MI): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    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.

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    Ironwood, MI, MI★ 4.2 (109 reviews)From $22/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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    Planning a trip to the Black River Harbor Campground? Watch for Alerts at the top of the page for any Alerts regarding this facility. Black River Campground is adjacent to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area.

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    Verified facts

    RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
    SeasonMay through October
    Stay limit14 days
    HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    PetsAllowed
    CampfiresAllowed
    Max/site6 people

    Amenities

    RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
    Essentials
    Fire RingsBoat Launch
    Recreation
    Picnic Tables
    Family & Pets
    Vault Toilets

    Straight talk

    CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

    Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

    Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
    Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups - this campground has none.✕ You plan to visit outside May-October seasonal window.✕ You prefer larger, less crowded facilities with more amenities.

    Insider tips & when to go

    CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

    Book early as this is a federal campground with high demand.

    Bring a self-contained RV as there are no hookups available.

    Access boating and fishing directly from the adjacent Black River Harbor Recreation Area.

    Best: May-October

    Campground operates seasonally May through October only.

    Things to do nearby

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

    Conditions today

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    at campground coordinates

    Cell signal

    FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
    T-Mobile
    4G · 0%
    Verizon
    4G · 0%
    AT&T
    4G · 0%

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

    Wildlife nearby

    iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
    Alert: Common wildlife includes American Beaver, American Red Squirrel, Downy Woodpecker, Common Merganser, and Eastern Garter Snake.

    Location

    Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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    906-932-1330· Ottawa National Forest
    sm.fs.Ottawa_NF@usda.gov
    Getting there →

    From Ironwood Mi., travel east on US 2 to Powderhorn Road, turn left onto Powderhorn Road and travel approximately 3 miles to CR 513, turn left onto CR 513 and travel approximately 11 miles to the Black River Harbor Recreation Area.

    Campground entrance

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    Pro tips

    • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Ottawa National Forest fills fast in peak season.
    • Check current road conditions at Ottawa National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

    Frequently asked questions

    RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
    How much does Black River Harbor Campground cost per night?+
    Black River Harbor Campground costs $22 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What season is Black River Harbor Campground open?+
    Black River Harbor Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
    Does Black River Harbor Campground have hookups?+
    No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
    What is the maximum RV length at Black River Harbor Campground?+
    Black River Harbor Campground is primarily a tent camping facility.
    How do I make reservations at Black River Harbor Campground?+
    Black River Harbor Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
    What is the cell service like at Black River Harbor Campground?+
    According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Black River Harbor Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
    What season is Black River Harbor Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
    Black River Harbor Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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    $22 /night★ 4.2 (109)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Black River Harbor Pavilion

    Ironwood, MI

    From $100/night

    Henry Lake Camp

    Marenisco, MI

    From $20/night

    Bobcat Lake Camp

    Marenisco, MI

    From $20/night

    Pomeroy Lake Camp

    Marenisco, MI

    From $20/night

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