Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula offers a wide range of outdoor activities and scenic attractions for nature lovers of any age to enjoy.
Camping is one of our favorite things to do outdoors in Northern Michigan and Canada! Our preferred mode of shelter is a tent in the most rustic location we can find. We prefer remote, dispersed camping where we can enjoy the sounds of nature instead of the sounds of stereos and people partying. There’s nothing wrong with camping in state parks, but it’s just not our thing.
During the pandemic, camping became so popular that campground filled up every weekend and summer week. Michigan offers wonderful natural resources such as national parks, state parks, wilderness areas, and state forest campgrounds.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula offers a wide range of outdoor activities and scenic attractions for nature lovers of any age to enjoy.
Observing camping etiquette helps ensure an enjoyable experience for everyone and minimizes negative impacts on the environment.
Backwoods camping, also known as wilderness or primitive camping, involves venturing into remote areas away from established campsites and amenities.
Kayak camping and kayak touring can be a fun and rewarding outdoor experience, but camping and kayaking does come with its own unique challenges!
Dispersed camping, also known as primitive camping, wild camping, or boondocking, refers to camping outside of designated campsites in public lands such as national forests and state forests.