Hemlock Campsite On Grand Island
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 46.4960, -86.6826
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Grand Island, a Congressionally designated National Recreation Area (NRA), boasts massive 300-foot wave-cut sandstone cliffs; 13,500 acres of lush forest; beaches of fine sand; winter ice caves; and historic buildings and artifacts dating back as far as 2,000 BC, to name just a few of its highlights! The island 's scenic natural beauty and interesting history make it an attractive place for camping and other outdoor activities. This site is hike in, bike in or boat in only. Public vehicles are not allowed on the Island. This campsite is located on the western side of Grand Island near Waterfall Beach. The site is approximately 3. 5 miles from William 's Landing (ferry service arrival point, and visitor information center). The nearest potable water is approximately 0. 5 mile south of this campsite at Juniper Flats Group Campsite. This site can accommodate up to 6 people in two tents. A primitive latrine, food storage pole, fire ring, benches, and firewood are provided in/near the campsite. Hemlock can be accessed either by the island 's trail system or by water. Kayakers can access this site via Waterfall Beach. Leave your kayak on the beach, climb the stairs from the beach to the trail, and hike approximately 100 yards north to the campsite. Drinking water is available at Williams Landing, Juniper Flats, Farrell Cottage and Murray Bay Day Use Area. If traveling elsewhere on the island, bring water with you or filter/boil/treat surface water. Keep soaps and detergents out of lakes and streams. Wash dishes and clothes in a pot and dispose of the waste water in a hole at least 100 feet from the nearest water supply. Bathe in a similar manner. There are no supplies available on the Island. There are also no trash cans on the Island. Be prepared to pack in and pack out everything you need. Black bears live on this island. Information is available at the Ranger District on how to prevent and survive bear encounters. Be
From the USFS.
Is Hemlock Campsite On Grand Island free?
No. Hemlock Campsite On Grand Island charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Hemlock Campsite On Grand Island?
Grand Island is located in Lake Superior, about one-half mile from the mainland community of Munising, Michigan. The ferry departs from Grand Island Landing, located on M-28, about 3 miles north of downtown Munising, halfway between Munising and Christmas, MI at Powell Point. Look for the Grand Island NRA signs. Prices and schedules vary from season to season. For information or reservations, call (906) 387-2600 or visit their website at http://www.grandislandup.com
Nearby
- Game Fence Campsite On Grand Island0.1 mi
- Hardwood Campsite On Grand Island0.1 mi
- GRAND ISLAND CABINS0.7 mi
- Juniper Flats Campsite On Grand Island0.7 mi
- Roads End Campsite On Grand Island1.8 mi
- Driftwood Campsite On Grand Island1.9 mi
- Duck Lake Campsite On Grand Island1.9 mi
- Murray Bay Group Campsite On Grand Islan2.1 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
