This is Rustic Camping, Done Intentionally

Camping stripped back to the essentials: natural landscapes, quiet moments, and room to breathe.

Kona Hills is a thoughtfully designed rustic campground that prioritizes space, privacy, and connection to the land. While it feels like you’re miles away from everything, we’re located just 3 miles from downtown Marquette—offering a rare balance of seclusion and convenience.

  • Rustic doesn’t mean neglected. At Kona Hills, it means intentional simplicity and low-impact development that allows the land to lead.

    Guests can expect:

    • No water, sewer, or electrical hookups

    • Clean, maintained vault toilets (no flush toilets or showers)

    • Natural roads, campsites, and trails with uneven terrain

    • Changing outdoor conditions like weather, mud, and wildlife

    • A self-sufficient experience—bring what you need to be comfortable

    Our goal is to preserve the character of the land while offering a calm, well-managed place to camp.

  • Campsites at Kona Hills are intentionally spaced to provide privacy and a sense of seclusion. You won’t find rows of tightly packed sites here.

    Most campsites are separated by:

    • Trees and natural vegetation

    • Elevation changes in the landscape

    • Thoughtful placement that minimizes sightlines and noise between sites

    The result is a more personal camping experience—where you can enjoy your time outdoors without feeling like you’re camping on top of your neighbors.

  • Kona Hills feels like a true “middle of the woods” campground, yet it’s located just 3 miles from downtown Marquette.

    This means:

    • Easy access to groceries, restaurants, and fuel

    • Quick trips to Lake Superior, trailheads, and local attractions

    • The ability to enjoy nature without committing to a fully remote trip

    Because of our proximity to town, guests may occasionally hear faint road noise or intermittent noise from a nearby Department of Corrections shooting range during intermittent use. These sounds are typically brief, but we believe in being transparent so you can decide if Kona Hills is the right fit.

  • Kona Hills is a great fit for guests who value simplicity, privacy, and thoughtful land stewardship.

    You’ll likely enjoy Kona Hills if you:

    • Appreciate rustic camping without resort-style amenities

    • Value space and privacy between campsites

    • Are comfortable being self-sufficient

    • Want a place to unplug that’s still close to town

    Kona Hills may not be the right fit if you:

    • Prefer full hookups, flush toilets, or on-site showers

    • Expect a completely silent or fully remote backcountry experience

    • Want paved roads, dense campsites, or a highly social campground

    Our goal is to create a positive experience for guests who align with this style of camping—and to be upfront so expectations are clear from the start.

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If rustic camping with space, privacy, and easy access to Marquette sounds like your kind of trip, we’d love to host you at Kona Hills.

Find YOUR SITE
An aerial view of a forest with colorful autumn leaves surrounding large rocky formations and a winding dirt road with parked cars.

Our sites are thoughtfully laid into the natural landscape. Look closely and you’ll see several sites around the Back Rock Outcropping. Photo Credit: Clickism Creative