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Aune-Osborn RV Park
Overview
Aune-Osborn RV Park offers a front-row seat to the maritime activity of the Great Lakes. Situated along the banks of the St. Marys River in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, this city-owned park is a premier destination for travelers who appreciate watching massive lake freighters glide past just yards from their campsite. It provides a peaceful, well-maintained environment for those looking to experience the unique nautical charm and historic atmosphere of the Upper Peninsula.
Location & Surroundings
The park is located on the eastern edge of Sault Ste. Marie, featuring a sprawling waterfront layout that provides unobstructed views of the international shipping channel. The surrounding area is relatively quiet, allowing the rhythmic sounds of the water and the low hum of passing ships to set a relaxing tone. It is conveniently positioned near the St. Marys River shoreline, making it a prime spot for photography, birdwatching, or catching a stunning sunrise over the water.
Amenities & Park Features
Facilities at this park are designed for traveler comfort and convenience. The park features 100 campsites, many of which include water and electric hookups with options for both 30 and 50-amp service. Guests have access to clean, modern restrooms and shower facilities, along with a dedicated dump station for waste management. The park also provides reliable Wi-Fi and a fenced dog park, ensuring both human and canine travelers have everything they need for a comfortable and connected stay.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
No visit to the area is complete without touring the historic Soo Locks, located just a short drive away from the campground. Visitors can also explore the Museum Ship Valley Camp or climb the Tower of History for a panoramic view of the surrounding river and Canadian border. For those who enjoy local history, the downtown area offers unique shops and restaurants, while the scenic waterfront parks nearby offer additional trails for walking and exploring the local riverfront environment.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an absolute must for ship enthusiasts and boat watchers who want a close-up look at international vessels. Its wide, level sites and easy access make it a fantastic choice for big-rig owners seeking a hassle-free experience in Michigan. While families will certainly enjoy the open green spaces and playground, the park is best suited for those looking for a tranquil and scenic home base while soaking in the rich history of the oldest city in the Midwest.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
User Reviews
A Conner
We HIGHLY recommend this campground. If you enjoy watching freighters, you must stay at Aune Osborn. The sites have both water and electric. Unfortunately, they don’t have sewer, but there are two easily accessible dump stations that reduce the chance of waiting in line when leaving. The price is amazingly low and the views are fantastic! As a result, the sites fill up quickly so book as soon as you possibly can.
E Chlystek
Great park with neighboring RV park next door. Marina is perfect to launch your boat and stay at the park. Nice bathrooms. Quiet, neighborly people and even dogs seem to get along here.
TerryLisa Moore
Spent 4 nights in our fifth wheel in site 72 & loved our time watch the freighters & lakers. Our site allowed us to pull in either way to afford the best views of the water, however most all other sites are back-in only. Campground is next to the boat launch & within walking distance to the Original Boat Tours. Laundry facilities were clean & reasonable.
Peg Gramas
The best part of this campground is the proximity to the river and ability to watch the large freighters traveling to and from the Soo Locks. Our campsite was of moderate size with water and electric. The campground is spotlessly clean as are the restroom facilities. It was quiet. No road noise, no rowdy people. The other campers were extremely friendly. We learned of the phone app. Marine Traffic so we could track or predict boat arrivals. We travel with dogs and they were also welcomed. The only downside was the lack of shade trees and privacy.
Constance Mier
For the price, this is a wonderful campground. Sites are spacious & bathroom & laundry well maintained & clean. Of course the view of the boats is the best part of being there. I gave a 4 because of the inconvenient locations of water spigots & electric posts. Bring an extension & an extra water hose, we needed both! Also, don’t expect reliable Wifi unless you are right near the office. Oh, be sure to download the Marine Tracker app to use while you are there.
Bill Losey
We had an amazing 10 day visit. The campground is very well maintained. Shower house and bathroom were very nice. Watching the ships pass by was amazing. Would highly recommend taking the ferry to sugar Island for bike riding. If your lucky you will be at the ferry when a big ship is going by. They had a horn blowing completion which was really cool. Make sure to have a burger at Clyde's either before or after the ferry ride
Dianna Jones
Was not impressed with campground. It's a grassy parking lot with firepits. No shade and no trees. Right on top of each other. There was one plus. It had a nice laundry area with 3 washers and dryers. Not too expensive. Location was okay.
Jordyn Bryson
My family only stayed two nights but it was so nice. If you love to watch the freighters go by this is the campground to stay at. They get so close and they start to slow down right there to get into the locks. The sites are nice and so are the bathrooms. There isn’t a lot of trees there, so not a lot of shade. Not to far from downtown Sault Ste. Marie.
Cassidy Sazima
Overall this place wasn’t bad. Grounds were well kept and cared for. Facilities were clean and tidy. We only stayed for a night and got in late. The biggest negative, which for me and my family was pretty big, was the main road. From 11pm to about 3am it turned in to a drag strip. Multiple cars with extremely loud exhaust were racing up and down the road. Kept waking my kids, my wife, and myself. It sounded like they were about to crash through our campground. Even the ships going through the locks using their horn weren’t bad at all compared to the cars and trucks racing on the road. There is a camp host that is available after hours. Even though we arrived after hours we didn’t need them but it was nice to know they were there. We didn’t use the showers but they were always busy and all had steam coming out so I would guess they were nice. Bathrooms were clean and well maintained.
Lisa Blain
First time camping here. Very nice and clean grounds. Host was a bit unfriendly. We got reprimanded for not holding onto our dogs leashes while they were playing with each other. Never had that before. Also have a motorhome that we wanted to pull straight in so we could face our friends! That was a no go! Oh well, other than that it was nice.