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Site Chapel Beach 3 — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit · Michigan · Loop Chapel Beach

Campsite Chapel Beach 3 at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit in Michigan. HIKE TO site. No utility hookups. Maximum 6 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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46.54613, -86.44169
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High58°F
Avg Low45°F
Peak Rain Chance32%
Humidity68%
UV (avg)4
Today
☁️
Overcast
57°/51°
🌬 20mph
↑ 7:45 AM ↓ 7:23 PM
Sat
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Heavy Drizzle
61°/44°
💧 14%🌬 13mph
↑ 7:47 AM ↓ 7:21 PM
Sun
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Heavy Drizzle
56°/51°
💧 32%🌬 21mph
↑ 7:48 AM ↓ 7:19 PM
Mon
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Light Drizzle
52°/42°
💧 5%🌬 17mph
↑ 7:49 AM ↓ 7:17 PM
Tue
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Overcast
62°/37°
💧 1%🌬 15mph
↑ 7:51 AM ↓ 7:15 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 20 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
6
Min Num of People
1

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 Chapel Beach 3

  • 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 Chapel Beach 3?

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 Chapel Beach 3?

Maximum occupancy is 6 people.

What hookups does site Chapel Beach 3 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.