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West Chickenbone Campground

federal · Houghton, MI

NPS / Paul Brown · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

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

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • potable water

    Potable water

    22 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    4.8 mi

No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.

Contact & access

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/11/2026

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