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Grand Island Cabins

FSU.S. Forest Service — Munising · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest

AgencyFSU.S. Forest Service
AreaHiawatha National Forest
LocationMunising · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest · 46.48667, -86.68528 · Map
Sites2 public sites counted from the federal listing — 2 cabin nonelectric
Getting a siteReservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below.
HookupsElectric at 0 of 2 sites
Water hookups at 0 of 2 sites
Sewer hookups at 0 of 2 sites
Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 2 sites
Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way.
Max RV lengthNot reported in the federal data
Months openNot in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov.
FeesNot reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground.
Check-in / outIn 1:00 PM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing)
PetsAllowed at 2 sites, as reported
Accessible sites2 marked accessible in the listing
AccessibilityN
Phone906-202-1778

Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →

This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.

From the official listing

Overview Grand Island Cabins are remotely located on forested Grand Island, surrounded by Lake Superior, 1/2 mile off the mainland community of Munising, Michigan. The cabins are placed in individual settings providing an excellent base for hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Recreation Recreation opportunities include: kayaking, biking, hiking, fishing, swimming, beachcombing, and hunting. Facilities Each cabin is 14' x 16' with an attached 8' x 14' screened in porch and offers four full size beds, bunk bed style. Maximum sleeping capacity is eight people per cabin. Picnic table and campfire ring with cooking grate are located just outside each cabin. Natural Features The cabins sit amidst a forest of old-growth trees within walking distance of Lake Superior. Grand Island's scenic natural beauty and interesting history make it an attractive place to spend your vacation. The island's miles of trails provide ample opportunity to view wildlife, picturesque sunsets, and enjoy pristine beaches. Nearby Attractions Lake Superior is the largest body of fresh water in the world. It is the coldest, cleanest, and deepest of the five Great Lakes. The lakes’ clear water enables viewing of several shipwrecks from in a boat.

Directions, from the listing

Beginning in fall and throughout winter, ferry service to the island is closed. Access to the island is only by personal watercraft, or, if the lake is frozen, access via foot or snowmobile. Please call ahead to find out if there is ice or open water. Crossing Lake Superior to get to Grand Island is at your own risk. Once on Grand Island, cabins can be accessed by hiking, biking, skiing, or use of snowmobile depending on the season. Sunset Cabin is located on the West Rim Trail approximately 3.6 miles from the island ferry landing.

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Trip Card — Grand Island Cabins

Munising · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest

AgencyFS · U.S. Forest Service
LocationMunising · Michigan · Hiawatha National Forest
FeesNot reported in the federal data
Getting a siteReservable
HookupsNone reported
Max RVNot reported
Months openNot in federal data
Sites2 sites

Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234790 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.