What are the hours and season for Widewaters Campground?

Widewaters Campground is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Widewaters Campground?

Widewaters Campground is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Widewaters Campground"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/widewaters-campground to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Widewaters Campground

Hiawatha National Forest — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Munising, MI4.3 (69)

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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.Widewaters is in a beautiful forest of mature hardwoods, sandwiched between Irwin Lake and Indian River.This small, quiet campground is perfect for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. Anglers enjoy catching brook trout in the area.

Things to do nearby

Hiawatha National ForestLake Superior and LakeIndian River

Best For

AnglersHikersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Camp Host

Fishing

Boat Launch

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Widewaters Campground cost per night?+

Widewaters Campground costs $26 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Widewaters Campground open?+

Widewaters Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Widewaters Campground have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Widewaters Campground?+

Widewaters Campground can accommodate RVs up to 58 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Widewaters Campground?+

Widewaters Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Widewaters Campground from the nearest town?+

Widewaters Campground is located in Munising, MI. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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