Gogebic Lake Camp Site Camping Area

Rate this place

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Gogebic Lake Campground, located in the Ottawa National Forest (not Iowa, but Michigan), offers established campsites with picnic tables, fire rings, pit toilets, and a hand pump for water—no hookups or RV dump stations.


°F

°F

mph

Wind

%

Humidity

Summary

Reservations are not required; sites are first-come, first-served, with a modest nightly fee. The campground sits lakeside, offering serene forested views ideal for paddling, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The North Country National Scenic Trail is nearby, providing excellent hiking. It's a peaceful, rustic camping experience best enjoyed May through October. Note: There is no Gogebic Lake Campground in Iowa—campers may be confusing this with another site.

       

Weather Forecast

View more

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gogebic Lake camp sitePIGEON RIVER AT MIDDLE FALLS NR GRAND PORTAGE MN Preview Pigeon River At Middle Falls Nr Grand Portage Mn
141.0cfs
141cfs
Gogebic Lake camp siteKAWISHIWI RIVER NEAR ELY Preview Kawishiwi River Near Ely
53.1cfs
53cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

Related Links

Nearby Snowpack Depths View more

GRAND MARAIS 3.8 NNE
0"
0"
NOHRSC HOVLAND 6.5 WSW
0"
0"
GRAND MARIAS WATER TREATMENT PLANT
0"
0"
GRAND MARAIS 30.5 NW
0"
0"
GRAND MARAIS 4.4 W
0"
0"
NOHRSC GRAND MARAIS 4.4 WSW
0"
0"
View more

River Runs