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Little Brevort Lake-North
Overview
Little Brevort Lake-North offers a serene retreat nestled within the sprawling beauty of the Hiawatha National Forest. This campground provides a classic Michigan Upper Peninsula experience, where the sounds of the wind through the trees replace the noise of city traffic. It is a destination designed for those who appreciate a tranquil atmosphere and want to immerse themselves in a secluded, natural environment while staying close to the water for fishing and relaxation.
Location & Surroundings
Located in Moran, Michigan, the park is positioned perfectly on the north shore of Little Brevort Lake. The landscape is dominated by a thick canopy of hardwoods and conifers, providing excellent privacy and shade for each site. Its proximity to the Mackinac Bridge makes it an accessible first stop for travelers entering the Upper Peninsula, yet it remains far enough off the main path to ensure a quiet woodland setting away from the standard tourist corridors.
Amenities & Park Features
This is a primitive facility that focuses on the essentials of outdoor living rather than modern resort luxuries. The park features rustic campsites that include standard necessities like picnic tables and fire rings for evening gatherings. Visitors have access to vault toilets and a hand pump for drinking water. One of the standout features for visitors is the concrete boat ramp, which makes it easy for boaters and paddlers to launch directly into the calm waters of the lake.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
The lake itself is a primary draw, offering excellent fishing for species such as walleye, perch, and northern pike. For those who prefer land-based adventures, the North Country National Scenic Trail passes nearby, providing miles of hiking through diverse ecosystems. Additionally, the park is a short drive from St. Ignace, where visitors can catch a ferry to Mackinac Island or explore the local historical museums and waterfront shops along Lake Huron.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal choice for self-contained RV travelers and tent campers who prioritize a primitive camping experience over high-speed internet or full hookups. It appeals most to anglers, nature photographers, and those seeking a digital detox in the wilderness. If you are looking for a low-key home base to explore the eastern Upper Peninsula, Little Brevort Lake-North provides the perfect balance of solitude and scenic beauty.
Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
kerby hickman
On the advice of other reviews, we didn’t pick the spot across from the water pump. Great advice! There was a constant stream of locals filling up multiple bottles of water. I’d also say to not camp across from the dumpster. This place is a gem, it was very clean. The toilets were very well stocked with plenty (6-8 rolls) of toilet paper. We camped with our two kids and two dogs and will definitely be back! We were there in August and there were definitely at least 8 or more open spots when we arrived on a Saturday.
Eric Hubbard
Very nice small and quite campground, it was very clean bathrooms were kept up on and the lake a beautiful for swimming or fishing extremely thankfully to have found it I will definitely be returning soon
Patty F
This is a beautiful rustic campground. There are some nice trails to walk it it is close to Lake Michigan for some beach walking. The camp hosts are very friendly and helpful. The bathrooms were very clean. There are several walk-in sites as well as ones you reserve. I enjoyed my stay very much!
Cody Coleman
quiet rustic campground. very peaceful. lake access, a very small beach, amazing stargazing opportunities. I want to return with some kayaks and fish.
Yuliang Hu
A beautiful little campground on the lake with an artisan well. There's a beach, picnic area, boat landing with a trail head for the Switchback ridge pathway. There are no campsites directly on the lake but some are very close and have a view of the lake.
Vicky Hastay
The spring water is the best water I have ever had !!
William Smith
This lake is crazy nice! Very calm and isolated. The fish you can catch here are the common bluegill, perch, bass and pike. I had one good like breaker on. Good fishing! Weeds are a downside, they're everywhere. But where there's weeds, there's fish. There's a dumpster, two decent bathrooms, a small launch for kayaks, canoes or small boats. Fire rings are nice! Sites are almost always clean and plenty of room to hammock and tent. There is an artesian well if you need water.
Stephanie chapman
We had a lovely evening on little breevort lake spot number 10 right opposite the lake. Caught some blue gill to the right of the boat launch. Lovely campsite with fresh spring for drinking water.
James Gagnon
This is the second time my wife and children visited this campground. It was not as well groomed as the first visit but the restroom was clean and maintained. Great fishing for kids and adults. I loved it!!
Chelsea Cohoon
We loved this campground! Private sites, great little lake, clean vault toilets, spacious rustic sites with bonfire pit and picnic table, fresh water pump. Would highly recommend to those that like to (mostly) rough it!!