When is a good time to go camping in UP Mi
Best time to go to UP this summer looking at area Gould City. Or Curtis on Lake Manistique. Any recommendations for campgrounds
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May and June can be a problem if and when the small black flies are out. Mosquitos are also a problem early summer, but are around most of the time. The insect conditions are pretty much the same as other northern states throughout the summer months. In other words, just be prepared and do not over-worry about it.
I lived in Marquette back in the 80's and tent camped with my family. July and August are fine, even with kids. Up until a few years ago I lived in the northern lower peninsula and we RV'd extensively in the U.P. I've been swimming in Lake Superior in July and have found it perfectly fine and I've also found it extremely cold. If it's a warm summer the water will generally be swimmable.
If you're along the Lake Michigan shoreline you'll find the water great, especially after the 4th of July. Lake Michigan areas and Lake Superior areas can differ quite a bit relative to water temps and overall weather. In fact, it can also affect insect issues due to lake breezes or shore breezes. If the breeze is off the lake it will keep insects somewhat at bay. The mosquitos like to come out at dusk as breezes calm down. The Manistique shoreline area is very nice throughout the summer.
With all that being said, I would suggest that a late summer trip would be the nicest summer weather (barring any rain). Late August/early September would be my favorite time.
I lived in Marquette back in the 80's and tent camped with my family. July and August are fine, even with kids. Up until a few years ago I lived in the northern lower peninsula and we RV'd extensively in the U.P. I've been swimming in Lake Superior in July and have found it perfectly fine and I've also found it extremely cold. If it's a warm summer the water will generally be swimmable.
If you're along the Lake Michigan shoreline you'll find the water great, especially after the 4th of July. Lake Michigan areas and Lake Superior areas can differ quite a bit relative to water temps and overall weather. In fact, it can also affect insect issues due to lake breezes or shore breezes. If the breeze is off the lake it will keep insects somewhat at bay. The mosquitos like to come out at dusk as breezes calm down. The Manistique shoreline area is very nice throughout the summer.
With all that being said, I would suggest that a late summer trip would be the nicest summer weather (barring any rain). Late August/early September would be my favorite time.
