Campground List
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bear Track
VISIT DATE: 07/03/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wellston
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Wellston, MI, take Seaman Rd. south 3.9 miles through
Dublin, MI. Just beyond grocery store, turn right staying on
Seaman Rd., and go 3 miles to the town of Irons, MI. and 10-1/2
Mile Rd. Turn right onto 10-1/2 Mile Rd. and go 2.5 miles to
Bass Lake Rd. Turn right onto Bass Lake Rd. and go 0.9 miles to
an intersection. Continue straight onto 11-Mile Road (a "Bear
Track Recreation Area" sign is provided.) Following the signs,
go 2.5 miles and turn right onto Riverside Drive, then right
again at the campground sign.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 680 ft.
The campground is a single loop on a bluff above the Little
Manistee River. Some sites overlook the River and all enjoy lots
of shade. This campground features fishing and canoeing
opportunities. The Little Manistee River also is home to a
healthy population of beaver.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 5 through September 10
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $20 per day
$35 per day - walk-in, riverfront sites
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 5
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 15
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 15.5' X 68'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS None
Comments:
The Little Manistee River offers canoeing.
HIKING
North Country Scenic Trail access via spur trail from the
campground.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Benton Lake
VISIT DATE: 06/30/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Baldwin/White Cloud
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Brohman
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
In Brohman, MI (across from Kaley's Bar), turn northwest across
railroad tracks onto gravel road (Pierce Dr. - not signed). On
Pierce Dr., go 4.5 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 760 ft.
Composed of two loops along the shore the Benton Lake, the
campground offers fishing, various water play opportunities,
hiking, and a pleasant environment for relaxing. Mature, mixed
hardwoods provides ample shade. Loamy soil can be soggy
following heavy rains. The story is this campground was once a
turkey farm. With such pleasant surroundings, the farm must have
produced many happy turkeys.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 4 through September 4
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 25
Total Sites: 25
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 25
No. Grilles on Sites: 25
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14' X 55'
Comments:
Parking aprons are paved. There is an RV waste station in White
Cloud, MI. available for a fee. In White Cloud, go east on Wilcox
Ave. 0.7 miles to White Cloud Campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Benton Lake is a natural 33-acre lake.
HIKING - No
Comments:
Access to North Country Scenic Trail is two miles from
campground.
FISHING
Northern pike, Black bass, Bluegills, Sunfish, perch and Dogfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Bowman Bridge
VISIT DATE: 06/30/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Baldwin/White Cloud
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Baldwin
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Baldwin, MI, go west on 7th St. for 0.4 miles. Road doglegs
to left, then turn right at sign for campground (52nd. St.).
Proceed west on 52nd St. 4.2 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 700 ft.
The campground, in the Bowman Bridge Recreation area, is adjacent
to the Pere Marquette National Scenic River with some sites
overlooking the river. The campground is a single loop with one spur,
the latter of which contains four additional sites for groups that are
available with a reservation - call the above reservation number. Once
shaded by maples and oaks, a tornado passed through the area in
2005 resulting in little shade for the campsites. There is little understory
providing limited privacy between sites. Between the attraction of the
Pere Marquette River and the North Country Trail, the campground
is popular with canoeists, anglers and hikers. It is pack it in,
pack it out.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 3 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day - single
$48 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 4
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 16
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 13' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 4
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
A permit is required to canoe/kayak on Marquette River. Rentals
available in Baldwin.
HIKING
Connector to North Country Scenic Trail (foot) - 0.5 miles
FISHING
Brown trout, salmon in the fall, Steelhead and Rainbow trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hemlock
VISIT DATE: 07/02/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Cadillac
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Cadillac, MI, take State Rt. 55 west 1.1 miles to Pole Rd.
Turn right onto Pole Rd. and go 1.3 miles to campground.
NOTE: Pole Rd. sign also displayed as Mitchell Dr. In any case,
turn right as explained above.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,420 ft.
The campground is a single loop between South Lake Mitchell Drive
and the west end of Lake Mitchell. Pull-through sites are
between campground entrance and boat ramp and overlook private
land. The majority of sites are along the lakeshore with a few
having a view of the lake. The campground is partly surrounded
by marsh land (bring mosquito spray) providing wildlife viewing.
Campers must share Lake Mitchell with surrounding residents.
Campground is particularly attractive in early Summer when the
marshland's wild iris are blooming.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 5 through September 4
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day - single
$25 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 18
Total Sites: 18
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 18
No. Grilles on Sites: 18
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 4
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 18' X 75'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Lake Mitchell is 2,580 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Northern pike, Bluegills, Walleye, bass and Sunfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Hungerford
VISIT DATE: 01/21/2000
UPDATE DATE: 11/22/2023
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Baldwin/White Cloud
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Big Rapids
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Big Rapids, MI, take State Rt. 20 west about 8.5 miles to
the Norwich Town Hall (Cypress Ave.). Turn right (north) onto
Cypress Ave. and go 0.5 miles to a cemetary (Hungerford Lake
Rd.). Turn right onto Hungerford Lake Rd. (Forest Rt. 5134) and
go 1.5 miles to campground on left.
NOTE: Forest Rt. 5134 is paved, then gravel.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 650 ft.
The campground, part of the Hungerford Lake Recreation Area, is located
in rolling hills among maple, oak and other hardwoods. Pack it in, pack it
out, the campground is primarily a horse camp with limited privacy between
camping sites. Each site has picket poles; corrals are not permitted.
Campers are expected to clean up after their horses and dump in the manure
bin provided. A large tract of land provides a great experience for both equestrian
folks and mountain bikers. Under Forest Service supervision, the campground
was built by volunteers.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal:Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $15 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 48
Total Sites: 48
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 48
No. Grilles on Sites: 48
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 9
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 20' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 1
Comments:
The threaded water spigot is for horses only.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Hungerford Lake is 15 acres and permits motors up to 8hp.
HIKING
Hungerford Horse Trail (horse only) - 17.5 miles
Hungerford Mountain Bike Trail (mtn. bikes only) - 13 miles
FISHING
Blue Gill, bass and panfish
CAMPGROUND NAME: Lake Michigan
VISIT DATE: 07/05/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Manistee
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Manistee, MI, take State Rt. 31 south 7 miles to Forest
Trail Rd. (Forest Rt. 5629). Turn right onto Forest Trail Rd.
and go 7 miles to the campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 600 ft.
The campground has four loops; Hemlock, Orchid, Oak, and Violet.
With 3.5 miles of bicycle/hiking trails within the campground,
two observation decks, a beautiful sandy beach with swimming area
provided, and a playground at the nearby picnic area, this
campground is ideal for families. Rolling sand dunes do not
encourage heavy vegetation so most sites are open and lack
privacy. Although Lake Michigan and Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness
Area are wonderful, the best thing about this campground are the
sunsets. They are breathtaking.
Adjoining the Lake Michigan Recreation campground is the
Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness Area. This is a favorite spot for
sunset watching, birding, and quiet reflection. The principle
path (mostly sand) into the Wilderness previously provided access
to the stage coach, railroad, and four wheel drive vehicles.
Since 1987 the only mode of transportation allowed is walking.
The ecosystem in the 3,450 acres tract varies from dune grass and
plants that tolerate desert-like conditions to those of a maple-
beech forest. As you walk along the trails look for a sage-green
leaf thistle plant. It is no more than 18 inches tall and blooms
in its second year before producing seeds and dyeing. This plant
is called "Pitcher-Thistle" and is used by the Forest Service to
monitor the health and well being of the Nordhouse Dunes.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Service provided May 10 through October 14 - weather dependent
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $32 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 99
Total Sites: 99
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 99
No. Grilles on Sites: 99
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11' X 56'
Comments:
Paved parking aprons.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: Yes
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 12
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): No
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Although the campground is located on Lake Michigan, there is no
boat access; access is possible from other areas.
HIKING
LMRA Trail (foot & pedal bike) - 3 miles
Nordhouse Dunes Trail (foot) - 0.5 miles
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Marzinski Horse Campground
VISIT DATE: 01/26/2007
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wellston
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
In Wellston, MI, at the intersection of Seaman Rd. and State Rt.
55, take Rt. 55 west 10.2 miles to Marzinski Rd. Turn left onto
Marzinski Rd. and go 0.25 miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 600 ft.
NOTE: This campground developed after the authors' research of
the Manistee National Forest. All information provided by the
Cadillac/Manistee Ranger District Office.
This single-loop equestrian campground is adjacent to a 20-mile
network trail called Marzinski Horse Trail. The campsites are
all level and tucked in among mature Jack and Red pine. Some
sites have hitching posts and will accommodate portable corrals.
The campground is pack-it-in, pack-it-out and is pleasantly
uncrowded most of the year.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 1 through November 30
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: No charge
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 21
Total Sites: 21
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 21
No. Grilles on Sites: 21
Equestrian Camping: Yes
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 7
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 30'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt and gravel. The pull-throughs can
accommodate large RVs.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a handpump.
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Hayburn, Big Wheel, and Bullside trails lead out of campground
and compose a 20-mile network of trails known as the Marzinski
Horse Trail.
FISHING - No
CAMPGROUND NAME: Minnie Pond
VISIT DATE: 01/21/2000
UPDATE DATE: 11/22/2023
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Baldwin/White Cloud
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: White Cloud
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From White Cloud, MI, take State Rt. 37 north 1 mile to State Rt.
20. Turn left onto Rt. 20 and go 7.5 miles to Luce Ave. Turn
right onto Luce Ave. and go 3 miles to 4 Mile Rd. Turn right
onto 4 Mile Rd. and go 0.5 miles to Alger Rd. Turn left onto
Alger Rd. and go 1 mile to Forest Rt. 9570. Turn left onto Rt.
9570 and go 0.4 miles into campground.
NOTE: All roads off state routes are two-lane and gravel.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 650 ft.
The campground, pack it in, pack it out, was a dispersed camping
area but is undergoing renovations and upgrading to a developed
campground. It is located in the middle of a well-established
Red pine plantation that was planted in the 1930s by the Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC). The east side of the campground is
adjacent to Minnie Pond with some sites overlooking the pond. To
the south, a few other sites overlook Mena Creek. The mature Red
pine woods limit the understory to fallen pine needles (thick
enough for a comfortable mattress) providing little privacy
between sites. A foot bridge connects the campground with the
picnic area and boat launch site. Minnie Pond was formed by the
construction of a cement dam in the 1940s to establish a "Green
Tree Reservoir Area" for improving the area's waterfowl habitat.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 1 through October 31.
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $10 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 11
Total Sites: 11
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
Equestrian Camping: No
No. Tables on Sites: 0
No. Grilles on Sites: 0
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Average Parking Apron Size: 12' X 40'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt. An RV waste station is available,
for a fee, in White Cloud, MI at White Cloud Campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Minnie Pond is 48 acres. Power boats are limited to electric
motors. There is a carry-in boat launch in the picnic area.
HIKING No
FISHING
Bass, Blue Gill and Northern pike in Minnie Pond; Brown trout in
Mena Creek.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Nichols Lake
VISIT DATE: 06/30/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Baldwin/White Cloud
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Brohman
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Brohman, MI, take State Rt. 37 north 2 miles to 11-Mile Rd.
Turn west onto 11-Mile Rd. and go 4.5 miles to Nichols Lake
campground sign. Turn right onto Forest Rt. 5140 and go 0.7
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 800 ft.
The campground is a single loop near the shores of Nichols Lake
in a stand of mixed hardwoods. A nice variety of fish and paved
boat ramp make this campground very popular with anglers of all ages.
The campground is a short distance from the 3200-mile North Country
Scenic Trail, making it popular also with the Trail's through
hikers.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through October 13
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 29
Total Sites: 29
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 29
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14.5' X 60'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved. An RV waste station is available,
for a fee, in White Cloud, MI at White Cloud Campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 1
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: Yes
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Nichols Lake is 160 acres. It is an all-sports lake with a sandy
beach.
HIKING
North Country Scenic Trail
FISHING
Walleye, Bluegill, Sunfish, Rock bass, Small and Large Mouth
bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Old Grade
VISIT DATE: 07/02/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/22/2023
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Baldwin/White Cloud
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Baldwin
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Baldwin, MI, take State Rt. 37 north 11 miles to Forest Rt.
5190 and campground sign. Turn left onto Rt. 5190 and go 0.1
miles to campground on left.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 960 ft.
The campground has a loop with single spur along the Little
Manistee River in cathedral-like stand of pine wood. An old
railroad grade by the campground's entrance is where the
campground got its name. The marshy land between the campground
and the river's bank can be soggy after heavy rains and produce a
robust population of mosquitoes - bring repellant. Deer, beaver,
and a variety of songbirds enjoy the area.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 28 through September 4
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 20
Total Sites: 20
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 20
No. Grilles on Sites: 20
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 11' X 108'
Comments:
The parking aprons are gravel and grass.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS - None
HIKING
Old Grade Hiking Trail (interpretive, foot) - 1.5 miles
FISHING
Brown, Brook and Rainbow trout and spring run Steelhead
The Little Manistee River is a Blue Ribbon trout Stream.
CAMPGROUND NAME: Peterson Bridge
VISIT DATE: 07/02/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Baldwin
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Baldwin, MI, take State Rt. 37 north about 21 miles to
campground sign (just before Pine River bridge). Turn right into
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 920 ft.
The campground is located along Pine River making it ideal for
canoeists to experience the river. Between fishing and well
known canoeing opportunities on Pine River, this is a very
popular campground. The tent sites are walk-in with some on the
river's bank. Canoeists should contact the Ranger District
Office for information about conditions and permit requirements.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 26 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $25 per day - tent
$28 per day - single
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 11
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 30
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 30
No. Grilles on Sites: 29
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 24' X 57'
Comments:
The parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 2
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): Yes
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
The pine River is fast moving. Swimming or wading not
recommended. Boat/canoe ramp across the river.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pine Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/03/1996
UPDATE DATE: 11/22/2023
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wellston
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Wellston, MI, take State Rt. 55 west for 0.6 miles to
Bosschem Rd. (County Rt. 669) and Pine Lake CG signs. Turn left
onto Bosschem Rd. and go southeast 1.1 miles to Pine Lake Rd.
Turn right onto Pine Lake Rd. and go 2.8 miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The campground is a single spur reaching toward the swimming
beach on Pine Lake. None of the sites are adjacent to the Lake.
Views are limited by vegetation and the position of the
campground's spur. Pine Lake is the largest lake in the Forest.
There are private residences and boat traffic.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 5 through September 4
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 12
Total Sites: 12
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 12
No. Grilles on Sites: 12
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 14' X 74'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: Yes
Boat Carry Down Access: No
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Pine Lake is about 156 acres.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Bluegill, perch and bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Pines Point
VISIT DATE: 06/30/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/22/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Baldwin/White Cloud
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Hesperia
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Hesperia, MI, take State Rt. 20 west 1.7 miles to 192nd Ave.
Turn left onto 192nd Ave. and go 1 mile to stop sign (and signs
for Pines Point Recreation Area/Garfield Rd.). Turn right onto
Garfield Rd and go 3 miles to campground sign and 168th Ave.
Turn left onto 168th Ave. (not signed). Proceed 2.5 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 600 ft.
The campground, located on White River, has a small loop near the
campground's entrance and a long spur that ends in a large loop.
A few sites enjoy a limited view of White River. All camp sites
are nestled in a pleasant stand of mixed woods. The White River
has been designated a "Country-Scenic River" by the State of
Michigan. Thirty-seven-miles of this waterway are enjoyed by
canoeist and tubing enthusiasts. A canoe launching ramp and
trailhead for the 12-mile White River Trail make this campground
very popular. During a renovation, one site was found to contain
Indian artifacts. Five additional sites are designated for groups
which are available by reservation - call 1-877-444-6777.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $24 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 27
Total Sites: 27
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: Yes
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 27
No. Grilles on Sites: 27
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 3
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 89'
Comments:
The parking aprons are grass and gravel. An RV waste station is
available for a few in White Cloud, MI at the White Cloud Campground.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 3
No. Threaded: 0
WATER SPORTS
Lake: No
Swimming (provided): No
Sailing: No
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: No
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): Yes
Comments:
Tubing and canoeing on White River, South Fork
HIKING
White River Trail - 12 miles
FISHING
Salmon and trout
CAMPGROUND NAME: Sand Lake
VISIT DATE: 07/03/1996
UPDATE DATE: 3/23/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Wellston
RESERVATIONS: 1-877-444-6777 or make on-line reservation
DIRECTIONS:
From Wellston, MI, take Seaman Rd. south 3.9 miles through
Dublin, MI. Just beyond grocery store, turn right, staying on
Seaman Rd., and go 0.5 miles to Sand Lake Rd. (Forest Rt. 5728)
and campground sign. Turn right onto Sand Lake Rd. and go 0.6
miles to campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 800 ft.
The campground, with one spur that can accommodate individual
families or a large group, is a bisected loop near the shores of
the spring-fed Sand Lake. The campground is surrounded by
private land so campers must share the lake with local residents.
While the area is nicely wooded, some sites are open and some are
heavily shaded. The campground's large sandy swim beach is very
pleasant and very popular.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open May 10 through September 2
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $32 per day - single
$58 per day - double
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 47
Total Sites: 47
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 47
No. Grilles on Sites: 46
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 0
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 12' X 64'
Comments:
The roads and parking aprons are paved.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: Yes
Hot Showers: Yes
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: Yes
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 5
No. Threaded: 2
Comments:
Home-style individual/private bathrooms with vanities. Very
nice! Not found often in any type of campground. Excellent for
families with small children or infants. A fee is charged for showers.
WATER SPORTS
Lake: Yes
Swimming (provided): Yes
Sailing: Yes
Boat Ramp: No
Boat Carry Down Access: Yes
Power Boating: Yes
Boating (no power): Yes
Water Skiing: No
Rafting (whitewater): No
Kayaking (whitewater): No
Comments:
Sand Lake is about 50 acres. Large sandy swimming beach.
HIKING - No
FISHING
Bluegill and bass
CAMPGROUND NAME: Seaton Creek
VISIT DATE: 07/02/1996
UPDATE DATE: 1/24/2024
STATE: Michigan
REGION: Eastern
RANGER DISTRICT: Cadillac/Manistee
NEAREST CITY/TOWN: Mesick
RESERVATIONS: No
DIRECTIONS:
From Mesick, MI, take State Rt. 37 south 6 miles to 26-Road.
Turn right onto 26-Road and go 2.9 miles to signed campground
access road (Forest Rt. 5993). Follow it for 0.4 miles to
campground.
GENERAL COMMENTS:
The elevation is 1,000 ft.
This is a single loop campground with a majority of pull-through
sites located on the upper end of the Hodenpyl Dam Pond on the
Big Manistee River. It appears the campground was located in an
old Red pine tree plantation some time ago. The campground has a
well-established, tranquil feel. Large spacious sites near
Seaton Creek and Manistee River. The Manistee River Trailhead is
close by. This 10.5-mile trail follows the east bank of the
Manistee River and is a wonderful way to explore the Forest.
SEASONS
Open Seasonal: Yes
Open All Year: No
Seasonal Comment:
Open April 26 through October 14
RATE AND MAXIMUM STAY PERMITTED
Rate: $22 per day
Maximum Stay Permitted (days): 14
CAMPGROUND SITE CONFIGURATION
No. RV Sites: 0
No. Tent Sites: 0
No. Combined Sites (Tent or RV): 17
Total Sites: 17
Tent Pads: No
Open Sites: No
Wooded Sites: Yes
No. Tables on Sites: 17
No. Grilles on Sites: 16
Equestrian Camping: No
RV INFORMATION
Hookups: None
No. RV Pull Throughs: 10
Waste Station: No
Largest Parking Apron Size: 21' X 66'
Comments:
The parking aprons are dirt.
FACILITIES
Vaults: Yes
Flush Toilets: No
Hot Showers: No
Wheelchair Friendly Toilets: No
Public Phone: No
Playground: No
No. Water Spigots (non-site): 1
No. Threaded: 0
Comments:
The water spigot is a hand pump.
WATER SPORTS - None
Comments:
Dock located at base of bluff at picnic area. Seaton Creek is
deep enough for boating and floating, but no developed facilities
are provided.
HIKING
Manistee River Trail (foot) - 10.5 miles
FISHING
In nearby Hodenpyl Backwaters - bass, walleye, bluegill and perch
|
