Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park

Category: State park

Address: 33303 Headquarters Rd, Ontonagon, MI 49953, USA

Phone: +19068855275

Reviews

Kelly Atwood

Jul 5, 2022

This is the second time hubby and I have been here. Did the loop in the middle, beaver creek to little carp to mirror lake to summit point and its parking lot again. Was absolutely fantastic except for the darn mosquitos. We wore some initially but it wore off! Thankfully fellow hikers helped us out but be aware after rainy days! Also some of the boardwalk planks were broken, loose or getting to be so careful! Saw some chipmunks and frogs but sadly nothing else. Might have scared others away with our swatting. Will be back again to try other hikes

Nic with No K

Jun 10, 2022

Absolutely stunning area full of trees, flowers, edible plants, fungi, and plenty of animals too. We rented campsite 28 at the Union Bay Campground which was right on the shore of Superior. It sounded like we were staying right on an ocean. I had no idea Superior was so loud! But in a good way. Perfect white noise for sleeping and we couldn't hear any of our camping neighbors at all which gave us a feeling of privacy we don't often get at a campground. We spent most of the day one day just sitting on the smooth Rocky shore near our site looking at rocks, loons, and plants. Lake of the Clouds is a short distance from the campground and well worth the trip. Highly recommend long pants and bug spray for that short trek as there are plenty of mosquitos and biting flies. We will be back again sometime soon!!

Megan Hallanger

Jun 4, 2022

We were here over memorial day weekend, and it was our first visit to the Porcupine Mountains. We stayed in the Union Bay campground in site 28 right on the water. We could not have dreamed of a more beautiful location to camp. The entire campground was nice, but I am very happy we had a spot on the water. We came after a massive rainstorm and everything was very wet and muddy, but not so much in the spots by the lake. Going to sleep at night with the sound of the waves on Lake Superior was wonderful for a "needs white noise to sleep" kind of gal like me. We spent multiple hours walking along the shore and looking at the rocks and water. It was a wonderful experience!

Damianus Lamont

Nov 5, 2021

I went on Halloween 2021 it was pretty empty. Leaves were almost all off. I would recommend two weeks earlier. Still beautiful to visit! We went to the lake on the clouds. It was beautiful as well. Recommend camping outside for sure!

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Questions & Answers

How far are the yurts from where you park or can you park next to your yurt?

Amber Becker | Feb 4, 2020
Jim p | Feb 5, 2020

You have to hike 1and half miles to get to the Yurts

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How much is yurt rental?

Rhonda Gallier | Feb 3, 2021
David Barncard | Feb 4, 2021

Four (4) available at $68 per night each site.

Pet friendly campground?

Katie Ostendorf | Feb 4, 2019
Brandon Bolo | Feb 5, 2019

Pets are welcome in the park. They have to be on at most of 6 foot leash and accompanied at all times. Pets are not allowed in any state owned buildings unless they are service animals.

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Do we you have RV camping??

Elaine Lane | Feb 4, 2018
Li Zhang | Feb 5, 2018

Yes, both tent and RV camping, but need advance reservation at MI DNR website. Have modern restrooms and showers, very clean. They also serve coffee in the morning. Many camp sites are waterfront, and cost the same as non-waterfront sites. Have 20/30 amps hook up but there are no sewage hook up. There is a dump station though.

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Are the falls wheelchair accessible?

Amir Zbeda | Jul 8, 2021
Joe B | Jul 9, 2021

Some can be seen from roadways but most are a hike thru the woods.

How much for are truck camper two people

Shirley Kinsman | Feb 3, 2021
Ari Adler | Feb 4, 2021

Are you talking for entry to the park? Then you just need the recreation passport, here is information on that: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

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Are there rv sites with full service?

Tim Hei | Feb 3, 2021
Michael Mullins | Feb 4, 2021

I agree with Mr. Adler. But don't let that hold you back. Very nice shower house. Great views. We spent 11 nights and loved it.

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How many miles is the hiking trail ?

Dawn Pawlak | Feb 3, 2021
Dawn Pawlak | Feb 4, 2021

Thank you ... What one do you recommend? Maybe a 4 hour one with the water falls

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Do u allow campers

patty worth | Apr 9, 2021
JoEllen Nation | Apr 10, 2021

Is it free to camp there ? If so how long are you aloud to camp there ?

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Hi I have a family of bicycling siblings is there easy paths for them to ride and get awesome photos for me

Jim Brown | Feb 3, 2021
Jarrid Menzemer | Feb 4, 2021

I haven't been there since snow fall, not sure of any bicycle paths that give awesome photos, awesome photos are hiking paths/walk paths

What information do you have for summer art residency programs?

Catherine Anthony | Feb 4, 2020
Calista Pinette | Feb 5, 2020

porkies.org/projects-programs/artist-in-residence/

Are the Yurts still available in the winter? I'm seeing a bit of conflicting information.

Paul Reineck | Feb 4, 2020
A. Smith (Enlightened Empath) | Feb 5, 2020

Yes

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What is the name of the waterfalls in the porcupine mountains

Brian Thomas | Feb 4, 2020
Joe VanHollebeke | Feb 5, 2020

There are several major waterfalls along the presque isle river on the West end of the state park

Can you camp with a tent and where do I go to reserve a site

Aaron Stine | Feb 4, 2020
James Johnson | Feb 5, 2020

You can. http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=426&type=SPRK

do we need a permit to backpack for a few days?

Barry Miller | Feb 4, 2020
CM FD | Feb 5, 2020

If you will be camping overnight I believe you need a permit.

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Is backpacking allowed here? Or can only camp in specific places?

Danny Kuchulan | Feb 4, 2019
Mark Harkness | Feb 5, 2019

Backpacking is allowed. However, dispersed camping is no longer allowed. You must reserve your campsites for each night in advance. Pay attention to the distances You can make reservations online at their website. One advantage is that you know you have a campsites. Most of them are pretty spread out from one another no crowding with other people

When camping at Presque do you get a non reservsble campsite by going to the actual camp grounds or do you go to the visitor center

Bonnie Ida | Feb 4, 2019
Shannon belding | Feb 5, 2019

I think you still have to check in.

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Is there an entrance/exit at the west end of the park, with access to the main entrance?

Douglas Short | Feb 4, 2019
Pj Fish | Feb 5, 2019

Yes, South Boundary Road is East/West road through the park

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In a class A motor home Are most sites level? Any to stay away from?

Jane Watters | Feb 4, 2019
John Kuebler | Feb 5, 2019

If you use the reservation website, it will let you know which sites are level and which sites can fit a large RV. Online reservation not only helps you find a good spot for your rig, but it will save you money and time when you get to your campsite

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What are you office/ check in hours? Also how old does one have to be to stay alone at your campsite?

Killeen Prater | Feb 4, 2019
John Kuebler | Feb 5, 2019

Park hours are from 8am-8pm and are broken down as such: Park Headquarters 8am-10am Visitor center 10am-6pm Union bay campground 6pm-8pm Pretty sure the minimum age is 18 for a single camper.

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I will be camping 2 nights in a camper trailer at union bay. Can I safely keep my food in the fridge or do i need a bear locker?

Trish Pryor | Feb 4, 2019
Jim Shoe | Feb 5, 2019

Only black bears around. Police up your campsite and your fridge should be fine.

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what can you do there

Maddie G | Feb 4, 2019
a coop | Feb 5, 2019

Just about anything you can think of that you can do outdoors plus they're a lot of local things to do within 30 min to an hour drive

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Do the cabins have electric?

Samuel Marshall | Feb 4, 2019
Kelly Somero | Feb 5, 2019

No, all of the cabins are rustic. The lodge is modern with electricity and restrooms though, Kaug Wudjoo lodge.

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how much does it cosy to get into park

Michelle Morrison | Feb 4, 2018
Tab B | Feb 5, 2018

If you get the state park pass with your. your licence plate tabs each year you will have already paid. It costs $10. That is what i do, so i am unsure ood a daily pass

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