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CCC Bridge State Forest Campground

CCC State Forest Campground

CCC Bridge State Forest Campground

This rustic campground is set along the Manistee River, which is part of the National Wild and Scenic River system. Shaded by a stand of red pines, the campground provides 31 tent and small trailer sites. Enjoy excellent river access for kayaking, canoeing, tubing and fishing.

Visitors will also enjoy an abundance of nearby off-road vehicle trails, including the Kalkaska Route, which passes near the campground entrance. For a comprehensive list of designated ORV trails and routes, visit www.michigan.gov/orvtrails.

The campground is located 22.4 miles southwest of Grayling via M-72 East and Sunset Trail Road Southeast.

Amenities & activities

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Fishing

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Hunting

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ORV trails or routes

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Paddle-in campsite

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Paddling

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Water access

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Fishing

The 190-mile-long Manistee River is known for excellent trout fishing.

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Hunting

This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.

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ORV trails or routes

The operation of an ORV and snowmobile between the campground and nearby trails is allowed, including the 63-mile Grand Traverse Motorcycle Trails (1 mile south), Grand Traverse Cycle and Leetsville ORV trail, Kalkaska ORV trails and routes (7 miles north).

For a comprehensive list of designated ORV trails and routes, visit Michigan.gov/ORVTrails.

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Paddle-in campsite

The campground is accessible from the Manistee River for canoe/kayak camping.

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Paddling

Explore the Manistee River from the campground.

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Water access

This rustic campground is located along the 190-mile Manistee River, which is part of the National Wild and Scenic River system.

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Recreation Passport required

A Recreation Passport (park pass) is required for vehicle entry into all state park and forest campgrounds.

Operating dates and amenities

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