Backcountry campsite · National park in Houghton, Keweenaw County, Michigan. Run by United States National Park Service.
| Operator | United States National Park Service |
|---|---|
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Phone | (906) 482-0984 |
| Address | 800 E. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49931 |
| Reservations | Not reservable on Recreation.gov (first come, first served). Recreation.gov listing |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with West Chickenbone Lake Campground before you go.
West Chickenbone Campground is located on the west end of Chickenbone Lake, off of the Indian Portage Trail This inland campground has no boater access. Canoe/kayak access from the 1.2 mile portage from McCargoe Cove or the 0.2 mile portage from Lake Livermore. Stay Limit: 2 nights from June 1 – Labor Day annually. Access: Foot/canoe/kayak
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
West Chickenbone Lake Campground is in Houghton, Keweenaw County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.