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.
The 190-mile-long Manistee River is known for excellent trout fishing.
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.
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.
The campground is accessible from the Manistee River for canoe/kayak camping.
Explore the Manistee River from the campground.
This rustic campground is located along the 190-mile Manistee River, which is part of the National Wild and Scenic River system.
These rustic campgrounds offer stunning river and lakefront settings, perfect for fishing, boating, and paddling. Here's what you can expect:
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