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Pigeon River State Forest Campground
Pigeon River State Forest Campground
Secluded within a scenic woodland along the Pigeon River, this beautiful rustic campground provides access to hiking trails, fishing opportunities and wildlife hunting. There are 14 sites for tent and small trailer use. The campground is located 13.5 miles east of Vanderbilt via Sturgeon Valley Road and Twin Lakes 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
Vault toilet
Water access
Fishing
Brown, brook and rainbow trout are caught in the Pigeon River. Other nearby fishing opportunities include Pickerel Lake (4 miles west).
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
Vault toilet
Water access
This rustic campground is located along the Pigeon River. Please be mindful of high-water safety.