Details
800 E. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49931
Lat:48.12385213393805
Lng:-88.52961948526877
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National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 4, 2026
Campground
Three Mile Campground
National Park ServiceCampground
800 E. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49931
National Park ServiceLast Updated: August 4, 2026
Three Mile Campground is located on Rock Harbor Channel off of the Rock Harbor and Mount Franklin Trails. Boats can overnight at dock. Stay Limit: 1 night effective June 1 – September 21 annually Shelters: 8 Depth at dock (normal conditions): 9’ Access: Foot/canoe/kayak/private boat
The campground is open from April 16 - October 31 (the park operating season) annually, 24 hours a day.
Toilets
Potable Water
Food Storage Lockers
Three Mile Campground is located on Rock Harbor Channel off of the Rock Harbor and Mount Franklin Trails.
Small-party Camping (6 people or less)
No fee for small-party camping. A free overnight permit is required.
Group Tent Sites
3 Group Sites by advanced reservation only. All parties of 7 or more must submit group permit requests through the park's online request system. The fee is a per permit cost for each party within a group of 7 or more.
Wheelchair Access
No wheelchair access.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
No RV/Trail access.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Uneven, rough terrain throughout campground. Facilities are not accessible.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
No Roads
Classifications
Limited Development Campground
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