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    State Forest Camping Registration Information

    State Forest Campgrounds

    • Select a vacant campsite and register immediately.
    • Fill out a registration form and permit
    • Tear off the permit. 
    • Place cash or check made payable to "State of Michigan" in envelope and deposit in camping fee collection pipe.
    • Attach paid camp permit to campsite marker posts.
    • Camp only in designated site.
    • Build campfires in designated fire ring only.
    • Horses are allowed in designated campgrounds only.
    • Dogs are allowed on a leash that is no more than six feet long.
    • Fireworks are not permitted.
    • Discharge of firearms, air guns, slingshots, or arrows are not permitted.
    • Radios, generators, or other amplified devices may not be used in a manner that creates excessive noise.
    • 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 am are designated quiet hours.
    • Registration can take place as early as 8:00 am preceding the overnight stay.
    • Checkout time is 3:00 p.m. the following day.
    • Camp up to 15 days; stay longer with permission from the local manager.
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     •  Campsite Amenities and Fees
     •  Dispersed Camping
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