Backwoods Camping
in Land Between the Lakes

Have you ever slept under the stars or waken by the birds chirping and the gentle waves lapping at the shoreline?  LBL encompasses 170,000 acres of almost entirely undeveloped land, surrounded on three sides by water -- a camper's paradise!  With more than 300 miles of shoreline (that is more than Lake Superior), many quiet beaches and coves are perfect overnight spots.  Hikers and mountain bikers on an extended exploration of our trail system can spend the night trailside, too. So pack your tent and head into the back country for a night under the stars.

Back Country camping is permitted year-round anywhere in LBL except for cemeteries, picnic areas, fee campgrounds, the Environmental Education Area and within 200 yards of paved roads. A Backcountry Use Permit is required.  Be sure to download the current LBL Rates & Hours (PDF) and the General LBL Map.