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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.
- 22 mi
potable water
Potable water
- 4.8 mi
attraction
Viewpoint
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
- 800 E. Lakeshore Drive · Houghton, MI 49931
- (906) 482-0984
- nps.gov
Source and verification
Last verified: 10/11/2026
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