• DNR State Forest Campgrounds Offer Rustic, Secluded Camping-7/21/2011
People associate the word "campground" with a place that includes electrical hook-ups and running water - maybe even a bathhouse with showers. And while those sorts of amenities are available at many campgrounds, including those at Michigan's state parks, the Department of Natural Resources maintains a system of campgrounds that provides none of the above.

• About Michigan's State Forest Campgrounds
If you are looking for a rustic camping experience, with plenty of space between camp sites, the many Michigan state forest campgrounds are for you. Located throughout Michigan's northern Lower Peninsula and Upper Peninsula, the state forest campgrounds provide over 3,000 campsites in the nearly 4-million acres of state forest. Every campground is located on a river or lake, providing excellent access to fishing, boating and canoeing/kayaking. Over 60 campgrounds have nearby pathways for non-motorized trail recreation, such as hiking, biking, horseback riding and nature observation.

• Some State Forest Campgrounds Now Offer Advanced Reservation Options
In addition to reduced costs at many state forest campgrounds, some state forest campsites are now available for advance reservation through the DNR's online reservation system.

• DNR Director Rescinds Order to Close 23 State Forest Campgrounds
Department of Natural Resources Director Rodney Stokes withdrew an order to close 23 state forest campgrounds this summer at Thursday's Natural Resources Commission meeting in Lansing.

• DNR Announces McCollum Lake State Forest Campground Under New Management
The Department of Natural Resources announced today that Clinton Township was the first to accept the department's offer of a lease to manage one of 23 state forest campgrounds that were slated for closure this year.

• List of all Michigan State Forest Campgrounds
A list of all Michigan State Forest Campgrounds as of 5/25/2011. You can download a PDF list of state forest campgrounds here.

• Interactive Map
Search for Forest Campground, State Parks, State Recreation Area or State trail system using this interactive map.

• Forest Area and Forest Campgrounds State Land Rules - IC 4001 
Excerpt from REGULATIONS OF LANDS ADMINISTERED BY THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES

• Campfire Tips 
Always follow safe campfire practices to prevent them from starting a wildfire. Remember, you can be held responsible for the cost of putting the fire out if it escapes and for any property damage.

• Black Mountain Forest Recreation Area
Straddled between Cheboygan and Presque Isle Counties, just north of Black Lake, Black Mountain Recreation area pathway system provides a ton of recreational opportunities!

• State Forest Camping Registration Information
Registration takes place at the state forest campground.

• Campsite Amenities and Fees
Find out the amenities offered by different types of campsites, cost of one night of camping, an ORV license, a snowmobile permit or a boat launch permit.

• Dispersed Camping
Strike out on your own, and try camping off the beaten path by getting your own Dispersed Camping Permit.