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Black River Harbor Campground

Ottawa National Forest

🏕️ CampgroundOttawa National ForestMichigan⭐ 4.2 (129)
Black River Harbor Campground
🟢 5 open windows as of Sep 19 — soonest Wed Sep 23–Sat Sep 26
Availability checked 8h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
🐕 Dogs allowed — all 40 sites here that publish a pet policy say yes.
Per-site pet policy from Recreation.gov site details (RIDB), checked 3h ago.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Black River Harbor Campground in Michigan has 5 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Wed Sep 23–Sat Sep 26. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Wed Sep 23 – Sat Sep 263 nightsbook these dates →sites #039
Wed Sep 23 – Fri Sep 252 nightsbook these dates →👥 Main Loop #031 & Main Loop #032 next to each othersites #005, #007, #013, #026, #031, #032, #035, #036, #040
Fri Sep 25 – Mon Sep 283 nights🗓 weekendbook these dates →sites #039
Sun Sep 27 – Wed Sep 303 nightsbook these dates →👥 Main Loop #037 & Main Loop #038 next to each othersites #005, #007, #009, #011, #013, #017, #024, #026, #032, #034, #037, #038
Mon Sep 28 – Thu Oct 13 nightsbook these dates →👥 Main Loop #019 & Main Loop #020 next to each othersites #019, #020, #036, #040

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite Main Loop #039 — A photo of Site 039 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #039 · A photo of Site 039 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #039 — A photo of Site 039 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #039 · A photo of Site 039 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #005 — A photo of Site 005 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #005 · A photo of Site 005 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #005 — A photo of Site 005 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #005 · A photo of Site 005 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #007 — A photo of Site 007 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #007 · A photo of Site 007 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #007 — A photo of Site 007 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #007 · A photo of Site 007 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #013 — A photo of Site 013 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #013 · A photo of Site 013 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #013 — A photo of Site 013 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #013 · A photo of Site 013 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #026 — A photo of Site 026 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #026 · A photo of Site 026 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #026 — A photo of Site 026 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR
Site Main Loop #026 · A photo of Site 026 of Loop Main Loop at BLACK RIVER HARBOR Joseph Stieber
Campsite Main Loop #031 — Site 31 gravel spur, picnic table and fire ring
Site Main Loop #031 · Site 31 gravel spur, picnic table and fire ringForest Service

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about March 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

🏕️ About this campground

💵 $22/nightStandard Nonelectric🎒 backcountry🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 fishing🎒 hiking🎒 swimming

Ratings

4.2★★★★☆129 ratings
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Black River Harbor Campground FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Black River Harbor Campground?

Black River Harbor Campground in Michigan takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Black River Harbor Campground?

Campsite fees at Black River Harbor Campground run about $22/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Black River Harbor Campground when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Black River Harbor Campground often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

Is Black River Harbor Campground a good campground?

Black River Harbor Campground holds an average rating of 4.2/5 from 129 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Where is Black River Harbor Campground located?

Black River Harbor Campground is located in Ottawa National Forest, Michigan. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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