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Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground
Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground
The Pigeon River flows past this peaceful, rustic campground located within the Pigeon River Country State Forest. It provides excellent opportunities for trout anglers. The Shingle Mill Pathway trailhead is located across the road and offers access to hiking and mountain biking. Other hiking opportunities include High Country Pathway.
There are 10 sites for tent and small trailer use. The campground is located 10.5 miles east of Vanderbilt via Sturgeon Valley Road.
What to expect, finding a site
These rustic campgrounds offer stunning river and lakefront settings, perfect for fishing, boating, and paddling. Here's what you can expect:
- No reservations. Sites available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- There are vault toilets.
- Potable (drinking) water is available from a hand-pump well.
- No electrical available.
- Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk at each campground.
- Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay.
- One camping unit and six people are allowed per site.
Rates, dates and more
Recreation Passport required
A Recreation Passport (park pass) is required for vehicle entry into all state park and forest campgrounds.
Operating dates and amenities
View state forest campground rates. operating dates & amenities
State forest campground info
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Amenities & activities
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At a glance
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Detailed view
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Mountain biking
Rustic sites
Snowshoeing
Vault toilet
Water access
Fishing
Brown, brook and rainbow trout are caught in the Pigeon River.
Hiking
Hunting
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.
Mountain biking
Rustic sites
Snowshoeing
All 5 loops of the Shingle Mill Pathway are open to snowshoeing. Trails are not groomed, but please be courteous and avoid cross-country ski tracks (if visible).
Vault toilet
Water access
This rustic campground is located along the Pigeon River. Please be mindful of high-water safety.