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Site Mosquito River 5 — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore Backcountry Camping Permit · Michigan · Loop Mosquito River

Campsite Mosquito River 5 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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46.52692, -86.49212
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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 High48°F
Avg Low38°F
Peak Rain Chance40%
Humidity79%
UV (avg)2
Air Quality33 · Good
Today
🌨
Light Snow
54°/38°
💧 40%🌬 27mph
↑ 7:33 AM ↓ 5:25 PM
Fri
🌦
Light Drizzle
38°/36°
💧 15%🌬 21mph
↑ 7:35 AM ↓ 5:23 PM
Sat
☁️
Overcast
46°/36°
🌬 11mph
↑ 7:36 AM ↓ 5:22 PM
Sun
☁️
Overcast
50°/38°
💧 4%🌬 17mph
↑ 7:38 AM ↓ 5:21 PM
Mon
☁️
Overcast
51°/40°
💧 1%🌬 12mph
↑ 7:39 AM ↓ 5:19 PM

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

👔 What to Wear

  • 🧥
    Light insulated jacket
    Fleece or light puffy you can stash if you warm up.
  • 👖
    Hiking pants
    Quick-dry softshell or fleece-lined.
  • 🧤
    Light gloves + beanie
    Especially if you start before sunrise.
  • 🥾
    Sturdy hiking boots
    Wool or synthetic-blend socks.
  • ☔
    Rain jacket / shell
    40% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 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

Site Features

Campfire Allowed
No

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 Mosquito River 5

  • 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 Mosquito River 5?

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 Mosquito River 5?

Maximum occupancy is 6 people.

What hookups does site Mosquito River 5 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.

Can I have a campfire at site Mosquito River 5?

Campfires are not permitted at this site. A camp stove may be acceptable — check with the campground host.