Twelve Mile Beach campground
Twelve Mile Beach
Nearby points of interest include the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, which is known for its colorful sandstone cliffs, waterfalls, and beaches. Visitors can also explore the nearby Hiawatha National Forest, which offers hiking, fishing, and camping opportunities.
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, vaulted toilets, and access to drinking water. The Twelve Mile Beach campground is open from mid-May until mid-October, and reservations are recommended due to high demand during peak season.
Interesting facts about the area include that it was once home to Native American tribes, and the campsite is named after the Twelve Mile Beach, which is located nearby. The beach got its name because it is exactly twelve miles from the town of Munising.
The best time of year to visit Twelve Mile Beach is during the summer months when temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. However, visitors should be prepared for occasional rainstorms and cooler temperatures at night.
What's on-site at Twelve Mile Beach
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 Twelve Mile Beach, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twelvemile Beach Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Twelvemile - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Au Sable Point Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Benchmark Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Sevenmile Group Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Twelve Mile Beach -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Au Train River At Forest Lake | 137 cfs | → |
| Manistique River Near Manistique | 2,060 cfs | → |
| Tahquamenon River Near Paradise | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Sturgeon River Near Nahma Junction | 198 cfs | → |
| Black River Near Garnet | 27 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Twelve Mile Beach -- 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 | → |
| Newberry-Luce County Road Commission | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Manistique 2.7 Nw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Engadine Mdot | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Manistique Wwtp | 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
- Muskallonge Lake State Park
- Wilderness Area Seney
- Wilderness Big Island Lake
Boat launches
- Wwhite Pine Trail Burt Township
- Lowder Road Burt Township
- Hiawatha Township
- Stanley Lake Road Seney Township
- Twin Lake Road Hiawatha Township
- Creighton Road Hiawatha Township
Fishing spots
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 Twelve Mile Beach as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Twelve Mile Beach
Can I make reservations at Twelve Mile Beach?
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 Twelve Mile Beach?
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 Twelve Mile Beach.