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Manistee River Bridge State Forest Campground

Manistee River Bridge Campsite

Manistee River Bridge State Forest Campground

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Phone: 989-348-7068

This rustic campground is located on the main branch of the scenic Manistee River in Crawford County. The campground provides two different access points to the river. One is a small wooden deck behind site #3, and the other is a large grass landing perfect for launching canoes or kayaks. Both access points are down a set of stairs, so visitors should be aware that they will have to carry boats at least 30 yards to and from the river. There is parking within the campground adjacent to site #16 for visitors and those launching a kayak or canoes.

There are 23 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use. The campground is located 7.8 miles northwest of Grayling via M-72 and North Campground Road.

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Amenities & activities

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Fishing

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Hunting

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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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Winter camping

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Fishing

Brown, brook and rainbow trout are caught in the Manistee River. Nearby fishing opportunities include lake Margrethe (2 miles east) and the Au Sable River (8 miles east).

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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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Paddle-in campsite

This campground is accessible from the Manistee River for canoe camping. Paddlers will need to carry their boats and camping gear up a set of stairs to the campground. There are no campsites that can be directly paddled to.

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Paddling

Explore the Manistee River from the campground. Carry-in access is located approximately 50 yards from the parking area.

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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 Manistee River. Please be mindful of high-water safety.

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Winter camping

This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.

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