Medium Demand — Walleye Fishing on the UP's Largest Inland Lake

Lake Gogebic State Park

Gogebic County · Upper Peninsula · Marenisco, MI 49947
62
Campsites
13,300
Acre Lake
From $22
Per Night
1.5
Miles of Shoreline
Season: May – October
Hookups: Electric
Pets: Allowed on leash
Reservation: MiDNRReservations.com
Phone: (906) 842-3341
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About Lake Gogebic State Park

Lake Gogebic State Park sits on the shore of Lake Gogebic, the largest inland lake entirely within the Upper Peninsula at roughly 13,300 acres. In a remote corner of the western UP near the Wisconsin border, the park is a quiet, fishing-focused destination, drawing anglers chasing walleye, perch, and smallmouth bass on a lake with a strong regional reputation.

The modern campground offers 62 electric sites in a small, low-key setting close to the boat launch. It's a smaller park than most UP destinations, which suits campers looking for a quieter, more remote lakeside stay away from the busier tourist corridors of the eastern and northern UP.

CampgroundSitesHookupsBest For
Lake Gogebic Campground62 sitesElectricFishing, quiet, boating
Heads up: This is one of the more remote parks in the state system — the nearest larger towns (Ironwood, Bessemer) are a 30-45 minute drive, so plan supplies accordingly.
Local tip: Lake Gogebic has a strong walleye fishing reputation among UP anglers — bring gear even if fishing isn't your main focus, since the boat launch makes it easy to get out on the water.

Walleye Fishing on Lake Gogebic

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The park's signature feature is the lake itself — at 13,300 acres, Lake Gogebic is the largest inland lake entirely within the Upper Peninsula, known regionally for excellent walleye fishing alongside perch and smallmouth bass. A boat launch near the campground provides easy access.

How to Get a Reservation

The 6-Month Booking Window

Like all Michigan DNR campgrounds, Lake Gogebic State Park opens reservations exactly 6 months in advance through MiDNRReservations.com.

Set a CampDrop Alert

If your dates are sold out, CampDrop monitors MiDNRReservations.com around the clock and texts you the moment a site opens up at Lake Gogebic.

Reserve directly: MiDNRReservations.com · Park phone: (906) 842-3341

What to Know Before You Go

Hookups & Site Types

All 62 sites offer electric service.

Season

The park typically operates May through October; confirm exact dates on MiDNRReservations.com.

Pets

Pets are welcome throughout the park on a 6-foot leash.

Remoteness

This is a remote western UP location — cell service can be limited and the nearest sizable towns are 30-45 minutes away, so plan groceries and supplies before arriving.

Directions

Lake Gogebic State Park is located at 22087 M-64, Marenisco, MI 49947, in Gogebic County, in the far western Upper Peninsula near the Wisconsin border.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Lake Gogebic, the largest inland lake entirely within the Upper Peninsula, has a strong regional reputation for walleye fishing, along with perch and smallmouth bass.

The campground has 62 modern electric campsites near the boat launch.

Yes, it's in the far western Upper Peninsula near the Wisconsin border — the nearest sizable towns are 30-45 minutes away, so plan supplies ahead.

Reservations open exactly 6 months in advance through MiDNRReservations.com. For sold-out dates, a CampDrop alert will text you the moment a cancellation opens up a site.

The park typically operates May through October. Confirm exact dates on MiDNRReservations.com.

Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park is about 45 miles north, making it a reasonable pairing for a western UP trip.