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Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin
NPSNational Park Service — MUNISING · Michigan · Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
| Agency | NPSNational Park Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore |
| Location | MUNISING · Michigan · Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore · 46.63915, -86.21776 · Map |
| Sites | 36 public sites counted from the federal listing — 35 standard nonelectric; 1 cabin nonelectric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — 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. |
| Hookups | Electric at 0 of 36 sites Water hookups at 0 of 36 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 36 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 36 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 36 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 34 sites · 30 ft: 31 sites · 35 ft: 18 sites · 40 ft: 0 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Sites are $25 per night. Visitors with the "America The Beautiful" Senior Lifetime, Senior Annual, or Access passes are eligible for a 50% discount on camping per night. |
| Check-in / out | In 11:00 AM · Out 11:00 AM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 36 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 2 marked accessible in the listing |
| Amenities, as reported | Beach accessPit toilets |
| Phone | 906-387-3700 |
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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 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview Twelvemile Beach Campground is a beautiful campground along Lake Superior located within the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, just 15 miles (24 km) west of Grand Marais. There are 36 sites total, including 2 universally accessible sites. Twelvemile Beach has water, pit toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, and an interpretive amphitheater. The campground has access to the North Country Trail and the two mile (3.2 km) long self-guided White Birch Interpretive Trail. The turning radius and some of the parking at sites are limited, so the Park recommends that camper, or vehicle/trailer length should NOT exceed 42 feet (13 m).
Recreation There are three sets of stairs to the beach as well as a day-use picnic area and parking. The two-mile (3.2 km) long White Birch Trail begins and ends at the campground. The North Country Trail treks through the campground. The entrance road winds through a picturesque stand of white birch.
Facilities Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore drive-in campsites are rustic and do not have electric, water, or sewer hookups. Campsites provide a picnic table, fire ring with grill grate, and tent pad. The campground has vault toilets, well water and an interpretive amphitheater. Typically there is no cell phone reception.
There are 36 sites total, including 2 universally accessible sites. The campground has access to the North Country Trail and the two mile (3.2 km) long self-guided White Birch Interpretive Trail. The turning radius and some of the parking at sites are limited, so the Park recommends that camper, or vehicle/trailer length should NOT exceed 42 feet (13 m).
Natural Features Sandstone cliffs, beaches, sand dunes, waterfalls, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coastal features and affects every ecosystem, creating a unique landscape to explore. Hiking, camping, sightseeing, and four-season outdoor opportunities abound.
Nearby Attractions Kayak and Other Guided Tours and Pictured Rocks Boat Cruises within the national lakeshore are offered by authorized private companies. Pontoon boat and other rentals for use on Lake Superior are available in nearby communities.
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Directions, from the listing
Twelvemile Beach Campground is located 15 miles (24 km) west of Grand Marais off Alger County Road H-58 (34 miles/55 km east of Munising).
Nearest federal campgrounds
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Trip Card — Twelvemile Beach Campground and Cabin
MUNISING · Michigan · Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
| Agency | NPS · National Park Service |
|---|---|
| Location | MUNISING · Michigan · Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore |
| Fees | Sites are $25 per night. Visitors with the "America The Beautiful" Senior Lifetime, Senior Annual, or Access passes are eligible for a 50% discount on camping per night. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | None reported |
| Max RV | Up to 36 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 36 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/247602 · 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.