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Baraga

Overview

Baraga State Park is a scenic gem perched overlooking the sparkling waters of the Keweenaw Bay on Lake Superior. This destination serves as a welcoming portal to Michigan’s rugged Upper Peninsula, offering a perfect blend of modern camping facilities and breathtaking natural landscapes. It provides a peaceful retreat for travelers who want to experience the tranquil beauty of the Northwoods without sacrificing essential comforts during their stay. The park is well-regarded for its clean environment and its ability to act as a launchpad for northern adventures.

Location & Surroundings

The park is strategically located along US-41, providing exceptional views of the Lake Superior shoreline. While the highway runs between the campground and the water, the proximity to the bay allows for cool lake breezes and easy access to the beach for beachcombing and relaxing. The surrounding terrain is a mix of lush hardwoods and rocky coasts, placing visitors within easy reach of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and the charming small-town atmosphere of nearby L'Anse, where local shops and eateries are readily available.

Amenities & Park Features

The campground is designed to accommodate various camping styles, from tents to large rigs. The grounds are equipped with clean, modern restrooms and pressurized water spigots throughout the loops to ensure a comfortable stay. Key features of the facility include:

  • 30-amp electrical hookups available at a majority of the designated sites
  • An on-site sanitation station and easily accessible potable water
  • A dedicated playground and picnic areas for family recreation
  • Pet-friendly walking areas that allow travelers to bring their companions along

Nearby Attractions & Things to Do

Adventure seekers can head south to hike the trails surrounding Canyon Falls, often referred to as the Grand Canyon of the Upper Peninsula for its impressive slate rock formations. Fishing is a premier activity here, with the bay providing ample opportunities to catch lake trout, whitefish, and salmon. For a bit of local history and culture, the Bishop Baraga Shrine stands nearby, offering a unique landmark to explore, while the surrounding wilderness provides endless opportunities for birdwatching and scenic photography.

Who This Park Is Best For

This park is an excellent choice for traditional RVers who value the reliability and structured layout of the Michigan state park system. It is particularly well-suited for travelers embarking on a Lake Superior road trip who need a convenient and scenic home base to explore western U.P. wildlife and waterfalls. If you enjoy falling asleep to the sound of wind in the pines and waking up to panoramic water views, this location offers exactly the kind of rustic yet accessible experience you are looking for.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Lake
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Ramp
• Body Of Water (Lake Superior)
• Horseshoes
• Playground
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Day Max Stay (15)
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restrooms

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• ATV Riding
• Fishing
• Boating

- Facility

• Type (State Park)
• Partial Handicap Access

- Internet

• WiFi at Overnite Sites
• WiFi at Park

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (113)
• Width (35)
• Max Length (50)
• 20 Amp
• 30 Amp
• Grass Sites (113)
• Electric (113)
• Max Amps (30)
• Pull-thrus (5)
• Pull-thru Size (35 x 50)
• Back-ins (30 x 50)
• Site Length (50)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Brandon Graves

October 07, 2025

Very nice campground loved it just very small things we didn’t like about it. 1. Our site was very close to the road so lots of road noise but nothing we can do. 2. It rained for about 2 days not the bad part. Bad part was the flooding throughout the campground. Luckily our site didn’t get it that bad. Other sites VERY BAD. Again can’t do anything about it just prepare for this if it happens. Bathroom/ shower house was nice had some ADULT guests act like kids and can’t just not be animals that’s not on the campground they did their job and had it all cleaned up. Very quiet place not close to anything but that’s not the problem. Can walk to the little diner at the end of the walking path. Would I recommend this place YES!!!! Absolutely!!!! Will we be back? Oh yeah I would go back.

Roxanne K

September 24, 2025

It was okay Nice helpful staff Our spot was next to a cute playground Fairly good size site but they are all different Left two days ago Noisy road and mud puddles Small showers Saw one hiking trail, but no trail for bikes Some sites were on higher ground and maybe quieter We would go again … nice but not my favorite

Joanne Schultz

September 12, 2025

We had a paved full hook up site which we greatly appreciated on the rainy days. There is road noise, but it becomes white noise and even lighter/less noticeable at night. Restrooms were well maintained and clean...best we've seen in many years!

Angermgmt65

September 09, 2025

This campground is a medium sized one compared to others we've been to, the staff was more than helpful and very friendly. Recommend viewing all the spots available when reserving as some tend to sit lower and drainage might be an issue. We'd definitely stay there again if we go back north.

Josh I

August 11, 2025

Nice camping ground with one flaw. It's right next to a road that always has traffic on it. We stayed in the middle of the campground in a tent and we heard trucks going by all night. We also stayed a night in the back of the park and could hardly hear the traffic. The restrooms and showers were clean. Beautiful view of the Bay. If it wasn't so smoky from the wildfires the sunrise would have been awesome. Mostly shaded camp sites. Great location being an hour away from a lot of things to do in any direction.

Melissa Ravitz

July 16, 2024

I was so impressed with this park! It is so well maintained, the bathrooms are spotless, AND they have a really nice walking/running/biking trail that starts at the park and goes about 3 miles through town. Really appreciate the plastic and can recycling too. They also have a 3/4 mile nature trail, but don’t forget the bug spray on that! They even have events! Some this week were bingo, coffee and doughnuts and crafts! We will definitely be back, thank you!

Tina Sims

June 09, 2024

A lot of campers give Baraga a bad rap because it’s right on M41 and it’s supposedly noisy. We stayed on Memorial Day weekend and one would assume a high traffic weekend. We were not bothered by the road noise at all. It’s a quite little park. Very nice sites, very nice showers. Highly recommend.

simplelife_seeker

May 15, 2024

Wonderful state park and friendly staff. Campsites for tents to mansions on wheels. The park has 2 buildings with bathrooms and there are private showers with hot water, clean restrooms and well manicured grounds. Sites don’t offer a lot of privacy from your neighbors but there are lots of small trees that may provide decent shade depending on your site. The fire pits are unlike any I’ve seen before and they do not put off a lot of heat because of the design and CANNOT be moved. There’s a great trail that begins at the campground and goes through town and ends at a lighthouse, about 6.5 miles round trip. Wide side walk is great for walking or bike riding. Pics included for trail reference. ::TIP:: Try to get a site away from the road, if possible, the road stays busy all day and night with commuters and truckers and you’ll hear em. The train tracks don’t seem to be in use?! Never heard it running throughout the stay, so don’t be afraid to stay in the back close to the tracks. You can/SHOULD get the Michigan state parks Passport if you plan on visiting or camping in the state’s recreation areas for 4 nights or more a year. Daily non Michigan plated vehicle rates are $11 or $40 for the year. Call ahead to check availability at your preferred campground, you can save $8-$10 on your reservation by doing a walk up campsite. Reservations online or over the phone cost $8-$10.

Amber Connell

January 30, 2024

We stayed at a full hookup site for a week in August. We loved this park! It's fairly small but has everything. Two nice bathhouses, a playground and hiking trails. There is no train, the tracks behind aren't in use. There is road noise, but it was never bothersome. Across the highway, there's a park with small boat launches and benches. You could probably swim there if you wanted, but there's a nice beach in L'Anse.

Susan Schwaderer

November 15, 2023

We had a great campsite at this state park - #12. Not only did we have full hook-ups (30 amp power), the site was paved - including the picnic area and firepit area. And the big bonus was that we faced an open field with no camping in it! Also - it was on a turn - so backing in was a breeze. Yes, the campground is just off the highway so there is some highway noise and the lake front is across the street, but still our site was lovely. Hosts were friendly and helpful.

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