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Bay Furnace Campground

At Bay Furnace Campground you can enjoy the scenic view of Lake Superior with its spectacular sunrises, sunsets, and occasional northern light displays. This convenient location makes it a perfect site for the traveler who would like to camp overnight. It is also a perfect place to stay while enjoying the recreational opportunities available in the Munising area. Among many others are the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Alger Underwater Preserve, the boat cruises, Miner's Castle, and many delightful waterfalls. Bay Furnace Day Use Site offers spectacular views Grand Island National Recreation Area. The very large day use area has several picnic sites and access to a rocky beach along the lake.

General Information

May 9 - October 8

  • Check-in Time: 2 pm
  • Check-out Time: 11 am

Standard Non Electric Site Fee $22 Federal Recreation Passes (Golden/America the Beautiful) are accepted.  Dump station Fee $5.00

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 46.441368

Longitude: -86.7078021

Directions

From Munising travel west on M-28 aproximately 5 miles to the village of Chrismas. The campground road is located across from the Kewadin Casino. Turn right ( north) and drive to the campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated May 19th, 2025