Bay View (Hiawatha National Forest, MI)
Hiawatha National Forest
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. Marie area. 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. Each site is equipped with a picnic table and campfire rings with grills.
Vault toilets and hand-pumped drinking water are available at several locations within the campground. Most of the sites are heavily shaded. A campground host lives at the campground and can be available to answer any questions.
Need to Know
- Click here for more information on the Hiawatha National Forest
- Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
Reservations cannot be traded it for walk-up sites.
Check in time is anytime after 2 p.m.
We do not have an office at this location. It has a self pay station. Reservations cannot be changed at this location.
Natural Features
The campground is located in Lake Superior's famous Whitefish Bay, the site of numerous historically preserved shipwrecks and lighthouse stations. The area is also a natural corridor for migratory birds.
Nearby Attractions
Tahquamenon Falls, a series of beautifully brown-colored waterfalls on the Tahquamenon River, are located just 30 miles away. The Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum and Whitefish Point Lighthouse are 39 miles to the north and west while the Point Iroquois Lighthouse lies about 8 miles east.
Recreation
Miles of sandy beaches and beautiful sunsets stretch across Lake Superior, the greatest single body of fresh water in the world. Birding and sightseeing are popular pastimes, and visitors enjoy long walks along Superior's beaches.
Changes & Cancellations
Please cancel 7 days in advance if you need to cancel your reservation. Reserve sites cannot be transferred to walk up sites.
Contact Information
Mailing
N. 4149 Brevort Camp Road St. Ignace MI 49760
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 906-203-9872
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
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.
Available Campsites
- Site 20, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Walk To
- Site 13, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop BAY VIEW , Type Standard Nonelectric
Photo Gallery
