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Site Coves Group — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit · Michigan · Loop Coves

Campsite Coves Group at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit in Michigan. GROUP HIKE TO site. No utility hookups. Maximum 20 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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46.56077, -86.39604
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Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
20
Min Num of People
7

Photos from Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

A view of Miners Castle at viewing platform
A view of Miners Castle at viewing platform — NPS Photo
Chapel Beach in the FallPictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit
Chapel Beach in the FallPictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit — NPS Photo
Potato Patch Back Country Campground Map
Potato Patch Back Country Campground Map — NPS Graphic
Seven Mile Back Country Campground
Seven Mile Back Country Campground — NPS Graphic
Campsite at Trapper's Lake
Campsite at Trapper's Lake — NPS Photo
A map of Masse Homestead Backcountry Campground
A map of Masse Homestead Backcountry Campground — NPS Graphic
Au Sable Backcountry Campsites
Au Sable Backcountry Campsites — NPS Graphic
Mosquito Back Country Campground Map
Mosquito Back Country Campground Map — NPS Graphic

Booking Tips for Site Coves Group

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 1:00 PM / 12:00 PM
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Coves Group?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site Coves Group?

Maximum occupancy is 20 people.

What hookups does site Coves Group have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 1:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.