Little Beaver Lake campground
Little Beaver Lake
Nearby points of interest include the Hiawatha National Forest, which covers over 880,000 acres of land and offers a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, biking, and boating. Another nearby attraction is the Big Spring Kitch-iti-kipi, which is a natural spring that is over 200 feet wide and 40 feet deep.
The campground amenities include 25 campsites, picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. The campground is open from mid-May to mid-September, and the campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Interesting facts about the area include the fact that Little Beaver Lake is one of the few lakes in the area that is not connected to any other lake or river. It is also known for its abundant wildlife, including loons, bald eagles, and black bears.
The best time of year to visit Little Beaver Lake camping area is in the summer months, from June to August, when the average temperatures range from 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. It is important to note that the area can experience sudden weather changes, so visitors should come prepared for any weather conditions.
In summary, Little Beaver Lake camping area offers beautiful views, great fishing opportunities, and nearby attractions such as the Hiawatha National Forest and Big Spring Kitch-iti-kipi. The campground amenities include campsites, picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Visitors should plan to visit in the summer months, from June to August, and come prepared for sudden weather changes.
What's on-site at Little Beaver Lake
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Little Beaver Lake, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Beaver Lake - Pictured Rocks National Lake | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Coves Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lowney Creek Group Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lowney Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Beaver Creek Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Little Beaver Lake -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Au Train River At Forest Lake | 137 cfs | → |
| Manistique River Near Manistique | 2,510 cfs | → |
| Sturgeon River Near Nahma Junction | 258 cfs | → |
| Tahquamenon River Near Paradise | 1,420 cfs | → |
| Black River Near Garnet | 36 cfs | → |
| Middle Branch Escanaba River Nr Princeton | 329 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Little Beaver Lake -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munising | 27.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mcmillan 7.4 N | 0.0 in | 2.1 in | → |
| Manistique 2.7 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Manistique Wwtp | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Newberry-Luce County Road Commission | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Skandia 3.0 Sse | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wilderness Beaver Basin
- Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
- Bay Furnace Recreation Area
- Wilderness Big Island Lake
- Wilderness Area Seney
- Wilderness Rock River Canyon
Boat launches
- Wwhite Pine Trail Burt Township
- Twin Lake Road Hiawatha Township
- Creighton Road Hiawatha Township
- Hiawatha Township
- Stanley Lake Road Seney Township
- Wagner Taylor Dam Road Seney Township
Fishing spots
Points of interest
- Miners Castle
- Grand Island East Channel Lighthouse
- Munising Ranger District Native Gardens
- Grand Sable
- Maritime
Paddle runs
- Section 17, T48n, R17w (Boundary Of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Lands) To Mouth At Lake Superior
- County Road H-58 (Aka. Adams Trail/ Munising-Van Meer-Shingleton Rd.) To Mouth At Lake Superior
- From Sixteen Mile Lake To North Line Of Sec 26, T43n, R19w
- West Branch From Source In Sec 26, T46n, R23 W To Junction With County Road 444
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Little Beaver Lake as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Little Beaver Lake
Can I make reservations at Little Beaver Lake?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Little Beaver Lake?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Little Beaver Lake.