Behind our site we could access the bike/walking trail that led to the historic fort and into the town of Copper Harbor. Our site in the West Campground was well shaded, it seemed as though trees separated every campsite allowing for privacy and nature views everywhere. There is WIFI at the modern bathroom, but we only had to use that once. Pack up the kids and head to Fort Wilkins, where you can recreate, relax, and learn some remarkable history. You can also fish for splake and walleye on Lake Fanny Hooe, walk the hiking trails, or drive the scenic road overlooking Lake Superior. The park features a restored military outpost from 1844 and one of the first lighthouses on Lake Superior. The campground has sites for tents and RVs, with electric hookups, Wi-Fi, flush toilets, and laundry. Please see Regional Information before planning your trip.The Fort Wilkins campground in Fort Wilkins Historic State Park is on the north end of the Keweenaw Peninsula. States may have additional requirements or restrictions for dispersed camping. To further protect your public lands, campers must not dispose of any refuse, hazardous materials, sewage, or in any manner pollute the surrounding area. If possible, please use existing sites to avoid creating new disturbances. Popular locations can be recognized by the telltale flat disturbed area that has been used as a camp site before. Campsite Selectionĭispersed camp sites are located along most secondary roads and may not be marked. In addition, campers must not leave any personal property unattended for more than 10 days (12 months in Alaska). Camping limitation rules vary per office, please check with your local office for details on camping limitations. Most of the remainder of public lands are open to dispersed camping, as long as it does not conflict with other authorized uses or in areas posted "closed to camping," or in some way adversely affects wildlife species or natural resources.ĭispersed camping is generally allowed on public land for a period not to exceed 14 days within a 28 consecutive day period. Make sure to check if the campground is open before planning your trip.Ĭamping on public lands away from developed recreation facilities is referred to as dispersed camping.
Due to adverse weather, many campgrounds are only seasonally available.Do not leave personal property unattended for more than 72 hours.
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A campsite is rented ONLY once it has been paid in full with the pay-stub properly completed and displayed on site and the site is occupied by campers.
Pay camp fee within 30 minutes of occupying a site.Camping stay limits vary by location but are generally about two weeks within a month period.Please check the campground’s website or call the local field office for details. Please obey all posted rules specific to the campground and keep the following in mind. Selecting a campsite is usually on a first come first serve basis. However, some campgrounds take reservations which can be made at r. Most BLM campgrounds require a fee to use a campground. Make sure to check the campground’s website or call the appropriate field office when planning your trip. However, many campgrounds do not have all of these amenities and may only have a picnic table and fire ring. Campgrounds may include a variety of facilities, such as restrooms, potable water, electrical hookups, picnic areas, garbage cans, tent pads and group shelters. Developed CampgroundsĪt many locations the BLM provides developed facilities for camping. No matter what type of experience you are looking for, you can find it on BLM-managed public lands. BLM-managed lands offer numerous opportunities for camping under the stars ranging from staying in an RV at a highly developed campground to simply throwing a sleeping bag on the ground in the backcountry.
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