This charming trail camp offers group camping in the middle of what was once an apple orchard. The campground consists of a group camping area designed for equestrians riding the Shore-to-Shore Trail, a 420-mile trail system open to hiking and horseback riding, that stretches east-west from Empire to Oscoda with two additional northern and southern spur trails.
The group area has a maximum capacity of 200 people. Amenities include picket poles and a submersible pump that requires a 5,000-watt generator. The campground is located 8 miles southeast of Empire via M-72, Plowman Road and Pettengill Road.
If the group will utilize multiple campgrounds along the trail, please contact the Cadillac Operations Service Center at 231-775-9727, ext. 6006.
This campground is maintained with the help of the Michigan Trail Riders Association.
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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There is boat ramp access locted within the trail camp on Garey Lake.
Perch, pike and bluegill are caugh in Garey Lake. Other nearby fishing opportunities include Glen Lake (6 miles north) and Pearl Lake (.5 mile southeast).
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.
