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Site Coves 1 — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit

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

Campsite Coves 1 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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46.56789, -86.37237
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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 Coves 1

  • 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 1?

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 1?

Maximum occupancy is 6 people.

What hookups does site Coves 1 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.