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Old US 131 State Forest Campground

Old US 131 campsite

Old US 131 State Forest Campground

Contact
Phone: 231-775-7911

This rustic campground, nestled within a pine forest on the Manistee River, features 25 sites suitable for tents and small trailers, six of which are nestled in a large field adjacent to the river and North Country Trail. The intention is for these six sites to be used by river paddlers and through hikers on the North Country Trail.

It's a popular destination for hiking and backpacking because it connects to the North Country Trail and is part of the 21-mile Fife Lake Loop, connecting the campground to Spring Lake State Forest Campground. A kayak landing on the Manistee River provides easy access to the campground for paddle campers.

The campground is located 7 miles north of Manton via US-131 and Old US-131.

Amenities & activities

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Fishing

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Group-use area

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Hiking

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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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Walk-in campsites

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Water access

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Fishing

Brown trout, rainbow trout, bass, walleye and suckers are caught in the Manistee River.

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Group-use area

Group camping is available in the walk-in campsite area of the campground.

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Hiking

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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. Access is only available from the north.

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Paddle-in campsite

There are six paddle- and/or hike-in sites that are accessible from the trail and river.

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Paddling

The campground is accessible by water and provides excellent paddling along the Manistee River. Carry-in access is located within the campground.

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Rustic sites

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Vault toilet

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Walk-in campsites

The campground has six walk- and/or paddle-in sites near the waters edge.

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Water access

This rustic campground is located along the Manistee River.

Area map

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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Camping rules

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