Ontonagon County, Michigan
Welcome to Bergland Township
Bergland Township, located in the Western Upper Peninsula of Michigan, is the Gateway to Lake Gogebic, the U.P.’s largest inland lake!
The township government provides a variety of important public services: fire protection, water and sewer utilities, parks, cemeteries, building and zoning permitting, assessment and taxation, and elections. Bergland Township is governed by a five-member board of trustees.
Our township is nestled in the million-acre Ottawa National Forest and slightly south of the Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Michigan’s largest state park. Outdoor activities are plentiful in both the summer and the winter. There is easy access to hundreds of miles of off-road vehicle, snowmobile, and hiking trails. The Bergland Township Park is a pleasant and convenient home base for recreation.
Come stay with us awhile!
Seeking Applicants for Planning Commission
NOTICE Bergland Township is accepting letters of interest to fill a three-year term on the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission is responsible for maintaining, reviewing, and guiding implementation of the township Master Plan; performing certain functions...
Accepting 2026 campground bookings!
We are now accepting campground bookings for the 2026 season! The campground is scheduled to open on May 8 (weather permitting) and close on October 11. Visit the campground page for booking information and links.
Public Hearing and Meeting Notice – Zoning Ordinance, Planning Commission
PUBLIC HEARING AND MEETING NOTICE Bergland Township Planning Commission A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD on January 13, 2026 at 6:00 pm at Bergland Township Hall, 101 Pine Street, Bergland, MI. The purpose of the hearing is to provide the opportunity for public comments...
December 16 Planning Commission Meeting CANCELED
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for December 16, 2025 HAS BEEN CANCELED. Please note that a presentation of the draft Zoning Ordinance will be given at the December 18 (6:30 pm) Township Board meeting. The Planning Commission plans to schedule...
Public Review Draft Zoning Ordinance & Maps
Prior to the January 13, 2026 public hearing for the zoning ordinance, the following are available for public review: Draft of new Zoning Ordinance (dated 12/8/2025) Draft of Overall Zoning Map Draft of Detail Zoning Map (Lake Gogebic Area)
Zoning Presentation CANCELED
The presentation of the new draft zoning ordinance that was scheduled as a special meeting on Thursday, November 20, at 4 pm, HAS BEEN CANCELED. (This is due to a personal matter for the consultant and will be rescheduled.) The regular board meeting scheduled at 6:30...
Quick Link for Residents
Permits & Ordinances
Get permits for building construction and view ordinances.
Zoning
Visit our page with information on zoning and our planning commission.
Township Board Schedule
Visit our page with the board meeting schedule.
Visitor Activities
State Parks and National Forest
Bergland Township is located near the south end of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park – Michigan’s largest state park. Just south of the township is Lake Gogebic State Park. The Ottawa National Forest is all around Bergland and offers a million acres of land for both developed and undeveloped recreation activities. The Trap Hills, in the northeastern part of the township, offer interesting terrain for sightseeing and trail sports.
The link above to the Lake Gogebic Area Chamber website is external and opens in a new tab.
Camp on Lake Gogebic
On Bergland Bay, the Bergland Township Campground offers 21 campsites, many with views of the glistening waters of Lake Gogebic. Gorgeous sunrise and sunset views from this slice of paradise featuring sand beach, playground, showers and toilets. Great for tenting or RVs.
Simple sites. Beautiful views.
Activities
Lake Gogebic is the largest inland lake in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and is our #1 attraction. We have a wide range of outdoor activities to enjoy in Bergland Township as well as the surrounding areas. Enjoy the following activities:
- Boating
- Fishing
- Camping
- Color tours
- Mountain biking
- Hiking
- Cross country skiing
- Snowmobiling and ORVing
- And more
Come and visit any time of the year!