Policies and Frequently Asked Questions

Guidelines & Policies

All campers enjoy access to the bathhouse, hiking trails, trash dumpsters, a year-round potable water station, and the on-site septic dump station. All RV and dome sites include space for one vehicle parked on-site or adjacent to their spot and a seasonal water spigot (roughly May 15 – Oct. 15, pending weather). Campers staying at primitive sites, as well as any campers with more than one vehicle, may park near the old hotel building – just a short, easy walk to the campsites. An unloading/loading area is provided for Primitive Site campers and carts to tote your things to the nearby sites are provided. This arrangement keeps the sites free of car traffic and feeling more secluded. Please note that all campground traffic flow is one-way – enter near the east end of the old building and loop around to the west end.

Reservations & Check-In/Out:

  • Check-In/Check-Out: Check-in is at 3:00 PM; check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out may be available upon request. If staff are not on site at the office, simply call us at 906-254-1384.
  • Payment: Your first night’s fee was charged to your credit card at the time of booking and is a NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT. The remaining balance for RV and Primitive Sites will be automatically charged to the same card 6 DAYS before check-in. The remaining balance for Eco-Domes will be automatically charged to the same card 13 DAYS before check-in. If you would like to use a payment method other than the card on file for the remaining balance, please call us.

Cancellations & Refunds:

  • RV and Primitive Sites: Cancellation 7+ Days Prior to Arrival will receives a full refund, minus the first night deposit. Within 7 Days of Arrival: No refund.
  • Eco-Domes: Cancellation 14+ Days Prior to Arrival will receives a full refund, minus the first night deposit. Within 14 Days of Arrival: No refund.
  • Early Departure: No refunds for unused nights.
  • No Show Policy: You are considered a No Show if you do not arrive by midnight on your scheduled check-in date. No refunds will be issued for unused nights in the event of a No Show. If you anticipate arriving after midnight, or a day late, please contact Campfire Shores staff in advance. Without prior communication, your Site or Dome will be released back into circulation and may be booked by other guests.

Site Use:

  • Amenities: All campers enjoy access to the bathhouse, hiking trails, common gathering areas, outdoor games, a seasonal potable water station, an on-site septic dump station, and trash dumpster.
  • Pets: Pets must remain on a leash at all times. Guests must clean up after their pets. There is a two pet maximum unless otherwise approved by Campfire Shores Management. The eco-domes have a $25/stay pet fee.
  • Smoking: Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited inside the bathhouse, in common spaces, and on trails.
  • Trash Disposal: A shared use dumpster is provided near the old hotel building for easy trash disposal.
  • A $150 cleaning fee will be applied if pet waste, cigarette butts, and/or trash are left around the campsite. Likewise, a $150 cleaning fee will be applied if heavy trash is left in the dome, or waste is left in the dome-a-loo, or if arrant smells have been made to accumulated in the dome.
  • Parking: All RV and dome sites include space for one vehicle parked on-site or adjacent. Primitive sites are designed to be traffic-free/vehicle-free to maintain their secluded nature. Guests staying at primitive sites, as well as any guests with more than one vehicle, need to park near the old hotel building in the designated Campground Parking Area – just a short, easy walk to the campsites. Please note that all campground traffic flow is one-way – enter near the east end of the old building and loop around to the west end.

Site and Community Rules:

  • Quiet hours are 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM. This includes pets.
  • Guests must follow all Campfire Shores campground rules and posted signage.
  • Campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.
  • ATVs and snowmobiles (sleds) are not allowed in common areas. A designated AVT/Sled parking area with direct ATV/Sled trail access is located at the east end of the campground.

Damage and Responsibility

  • Guest is financially responsible for any damage, loss, or excessive cleaning caused during the stay. Campfire Shores reserves the right to charge the guest’s credit card on file for any damages to the site.
  • Furniture and fixtures such as the picnic table and fire ring must not be moved.
  • Games and any other hospitality or amenity items provided in common areas, the domes, or the bathhouse are for use only during your stay.
  • Please report any maintenance issues immediately so we can resolve them promptly.

 

THANK YOU for helping us keep Campfire Shores safe, peaceful, and beautiful for all!

Frequently Asked Questions

Camping

We offer 5 rustic sites without utilities, 22 gravel pad sites for trailers up to 35′, and coming soon—5 glamping domes on the west end of the campground.

Our Sites & Rates

    • 22 RV Sites
      • Mid-May – Oct. $45 Sun./Thr. $50 Fri./Sat. Electric/Water
      • Mid-May – Oct. $60 Sun./Thr. $65 Fri./Sat. Electric/Water/Sewer
      • Nov. – early May $30 Sun./Thr. $35 Fri./Sat. Electric Only
      • Nov. – early May $45 Sun./Thr. $50 Fri./Sat. Electric/Sewer
    • 5 Primitive Tents Sites
      • Mid-May – Oct. $30 Sun./Thr. $35 Fri./Sat.
      • Nov. – Early May $20 Sun./Thr. $25 Fri./Sat.
    • 5 Glamping Domes
      • ‘Grand Opening Special Pricing’  $160/Sun./Thr. $185 Fri/Sat.

All trailer sites offer 30 AMP electric and water hookups. Some sites also have septic hookup. Please check individual site details when booking.

No, we do not have pull-through sites. Most sites accommodate units up to 35′ and are designed to be backed into.

The Primitive Sites are tucked into a grove of trees. You can drive up to an unloading/loading area where there are a few carts to help you make the short walk to your site. This arrangement keeps the sites free of car traffic and feeling more secluded. Each site has a 20×20 tent ‘pad’ made of a mix of sand and mulch. One site, Loon, has two pads for larger groups with multiple tents. Each site has its own picnic table and fire ring. If you are looking to camp in or immediately adjacent to your car, an RV site is a better fit for you.

Yes! Tent campers have access to potable water near the bathhouse, as well as a few outdoor hoses that are great for rinsing off dogs, muddy shoes, large dishes, or coolers. If you need to charge phones, tablets, or other small devices, electrical outlets are available inside the bathhouse for your convenience.

Yes, we do! There is a dump station located near the bathhouse for guests who need it. You’ll also find a potable water connection near the dump station, along with a few outdoor hoses—handy for rinsing off dogs, muddy shoes, coolers, or large dishes.

Yes, but you will want to reserve one of the NON-Primitive sites. Our Primitive sites do not have car access or on-site parking.

Operations

Reservations can be made online through our website. If you need assistance or want help planning a special occasion, please email us, info@campfireshores.com.

We accept reservation 13 month in advance of today’s date.

  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

Yes. Currently firewood is available for sale near the office when staff is around, or you can pre-order it to your campsite with your reservation. We will be installing a firewood sales locker system in the spring of 2026.

No, Campfire Shores is not staffed around the clock. However, we do have part-time staff available, and all campers are provided with a phone number for check-in, check-out, and general assistance. You’re welcome to call or text that number with any questions, concerns, or updates. If it’s after hours or no one is immediately available, please leave a voicemail—we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Yes! All sites are available year-round. Water hookups are only available roughly mid-May – late October pending weather, but electricity is available at the sites and the bathhouse is open year-round. If water at the site is critical to your stay, please give us a call or email to check on its status in October and/or May.

Yes! We love helping guests plan memorable events. Email us to talk about your plans—we’ll let you know what’s possible.

Amenities

Yes, we have a bathhouse located at the west end of the campground with restrooms and showers. It’s cleaned regularly, and we do our best to keep it comfortable and tidy.

All sites include new, modern picnic tables and fire rings. No grills are provided.

Campfire Shores features four interconnected trails that allow you to mix and match your route for a variety of scenic loops and distances. All of the trails wind through wooded areas and showcase unique habitats—including wetlands, cedar swamps, sand dunes, and fens. Expect moderate elevation changes with some gentle ups and downs, but nothing too strenuous.

Please note: Some sections of the trails are seasonally wet, so sturdy, waterproof footwear is highly recommended. We’re currently working on adding boardwalks across low-lying areas, but in the meantime, be ready for a little mud—or choose to stick to the drier stretches.

Our trails offer a truly special experience, with mossy forest floors, spring wildflowers, vibrant mushrooms, and the occasional dune climb for those who want a bit more elevation.

Yes! Whether you’re visiting with a group or just enjoy meeting fellow campers, Campfire Shores offers a few relaxed gathering areas—with more on the way. You’ll find outdoor seating and yard games set up near the west end of the campground, just a short walk from the bathhouse.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to unveil a large event pavilion at the east end of the campground in spring 2026. This space will host both public and private events and feature amenities like a bar, live music, games, and guided hikes.

Not yet – but a camp store is in the works for the near future! In the meantime, Campfire Shores is conveniently located just 1.5 miles from downtown Manistique, where you’ll find a full-service grocery store, hardware stores, local shops, and a variety of restaurants to choose from. We also have a food truck, Scheffer’s Street Eats on-site some days in the summer, schedule varies.

We encourage campers to unplug and enjoy nature! While we don’t currently offer Wi-Fi on site, most major carriers have pretty reliable cell service at the campground. We do plan to add Wi-Fi access in the near future.

There are not ATV trails within the campground itself, but Campfire Shores has direct access to a county-maintained trail that forms the north boundary of our property. This trail connects to hundreds of miles of ATV and snowmobile trails throughout Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We offer a designated ATV parking area at the east end of the campground. For everyone’s safety, ATVs are not permitted on the campground drive or within the campsites.

Rules & Policies

We are Campfire Shores for a reason – we love campfires! Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings, unless a burn ban is in effect. Please never leave fires unattended.

Yes, pets are welcome at Campfire Shores! For our glamping domes, we allow up to 2 pets per dome and charge a $25 pet fee. All pets must be kept on a leash at all times, including on the hiking trails, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after them. For your convenience, pet waste stations with bags are located at the trailheads. We also ask that pets observe quiet hours to help ensure a peaceful experience for all guests.

Your first night’s fee and tax will be charged to your credit card at the time of booking. Final balance is due at check-in. Guests must check in with staff via text or phone call upon arrival and pay the remaining balance. There will be a $200 security hold placed on your credit card upon arrival. If no damages are found or additional charges incurred, it will be released.

We’ve worked hard to restore and maintain the beauty of Campfire Shores while adding modern comforts for all to enjoy. The $200 incidental hold helps protect the campground by encouraging responsible use of the sites and amenities. If damage does occur to site infrastructure or shared facilities, this hold allows us to make timely repairs and continue providing a high-quality experience for all campers.

Note: This is a temporary hold—not a charge—and is released after your stay, provided no damage is reported, much like when you stay in a hotel.

You have 7 days prior to arrival to cancel your reservation to receive a refund of your deposit. Reservations cancelled inside of 7 days, will not receive a refund. Dome Cancelation Policy: You have 14 days prior to arrival to cancel your reservation to receive a refund of your deposit. Reservations cancelled inside of 14 days, will not receive a refund.

Early Departure Policy: No refunds for unused nights. No Show Policy: You are considered a No Show if you do not arrive by midnight on your scheduled check-in date. No refunds will be issued for unused nights in the event of a No Show. If you anticipate arriving after midnight, or a day late, you must contact Campfire Shores staff in advance. Without prior communication, your Dome will be released back into circulation and may be booked by other guests.

Guidance & Insights

Essentials vary based on your site type, but we recommend the usual camping basics—bedding,cooking supplies, matches/lighter, and personal toiletries. If you’re staying in a dome, we’ll provide a list of what’s included.

Camping is an outdoor experience. While we can’t control the weather, we’ll do our best to help you stay safe and comfortable. Refunds are not issued for inclement weather.

Please report any issues to campground staff immediately. Damage to amenities will be your financial responsibility, but we appreciate knowing quickly so we can get it fixed for you and also not have it impact the next guest. If you simply notice something damaged, dirty, or dangerous, please also report that to us quickly via the phone number used to check in and out.

Big things! We have exciting plans for a partial demolition and full renovation of the front building. Once completed, the space will serve as a vibrant event center for both private gatherings—like weddings, reunions, and meetings—and public events such as live music, movie nights, fitness classes, art shows, and holiday celebrations.