Best camping near Ontonagon
15 campgrounds · 15 ranked · updated 2026-07-16 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Ontonagon, Michigan — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 15 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Lost Creek Outpost Campground
Fair
14.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
The Lost Creek Outpost Campground in Mississippi is a tranquil campsite surrounded by scenic views of rivers and forests. It is located near the Homochitto National Forest, which…
Why 66: live conditions (fair) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
66Top-rated
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#2
White Pine Extension Outpost
Fair
17.3 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
White Pine Extension Outpost is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Mississippi. This secluded campground offers a range of amenities to provide campers with a…
Why 66: live conditions (fair) · 13 things to do within 15 mi
66Top-rated
L⛰
#3
LC-1
Fair
19.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
The LC 1 camping area in Illinois offers stunning views of Lake Shelbyville, with a variety of water activities available such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Nearby, visitors…
Why 64: live conditions (fair) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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#4
LC-2
Fair
19.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
LC 2 Camping Area is a perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts. Surrounded by scenic views of Shawnee National Forest, the area offers a variety of hiking trails, fishing ponds…
Why 64: live conditions (fair) · 12 things to do within 15 mi
64Solid
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#5
ML-2
Fair
19.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
ML-2 camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Illinois. With its scenic surroundings and array of amenities, it offers a delightful camping experience for…
Why 62: live conditions (fair) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
M⛰
#6
ML-1
Fair
19.1 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
ML-1 Camping Area, located in the state of Illinois, is a picturesque campground known for its amenities and natural beauty. Situated in a serene environment, it offers a range of…
Why 62: live conditions (fair) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#7
Backcountry campsite
Fair
19.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
Backcountry Campsite is a beautiful camping area located in the state of Illinois. Situated in a tranquil natural setting, the campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a…
Why 62: live conditions (fair) · 11 things to do within 15 mi
62Solid
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#8
GP-3
Fair
16.8 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
The GP-3 Camping Area in Shawnee National Forest, Illinois, offers free dispersed camping—no established sites, reservations, or permits required. There are no amenities: no…
Why 61: live conditions (fair) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#9
GP-5
Fair
17.0 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
GP-5 is a primitive, dispersed camping area located in the Shawnee National Forest, Illinois. No reservations or fees are required, but a free dispersed camping permit is…
Why 61: live conditions (fair) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#10
GP-7
Fair
17.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
The GP-7 camping area in Illinois offers primitive, dispersed camping within Shawnee National Forest—there are no established campsites, reservations, or fees. No permits are…
Why 61: live conditions (fair) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
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#11
NML-1
Fair
18.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
Nml-1 Camping Area, located in the state of Illinois, offers campers a serene and picturesque experience. The campground provides a range of amenities to enhance visitors'…
Why 61: live conditions (fair) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
61Solid
O⛰
#12
Ontonagon Township Park
Fair
7.2 mi away
· Mild night · low 64°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
The Ontonagon Township Park camping area, located in Michigan, offers a variety of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides well-maintained restrooms and shower…
Why 58: live conditions (fair) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
58Solid
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#13
Bergland Town Park
Fair
17.6 mi away
· Mild night · low 61°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
Bergland Town Park camping area, located in Michigan, offers a serene and picturesque getaway for campers. The campground provides a range of amenities to enhance the camping…
Why 59: live conditions (fair) · 10 things to do within 15 mi
59Solid
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#14
Union River Outpost Campground
Fair
11.9 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
Union River Outpost Campground is a Michigan Department of Natural Resources facility located near Marquette in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The campground serves as a base for…
Why 53: live conditions (fair) · 9 things to do within 15 mi
53Solid
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#15
Group Use Area
Fair
11.4 mi away
· Mild night · low 63°F· Air quality / smoke advisory· Wildfire smoke — hazy, poorer air · Medium
Group Use Area is a campground located near Marquette in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. This facility is designed to accommodate group camping parties in the region's natural…
Why 51: live conditions (fair) · 8 things to do within 15 mi
51Solid
Camping near Ontonagon
The Ontonagon area has 15 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Ontonagon
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
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