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Platte River State Forest Campground
Platte River State Forest Campground
This charming, rustic campground is nestled along the majestic Platte River, shaded by a thick canopy of Michigan hardwoods. It's an ideal spot for paddling and fishing. There are 26 sites for tent and small trailer use. The campground is located near the Platte River Hatchery.
The campground is located 2.5 miles southeast of Honor via US-31 and Goose Road.
Amenities & activities
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At a glance
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Detailed view
Fishing
Hunting
ORV trails or routes
Paddling
Rustic sites
Vault toilet
Water access
Fishing
Brown trout, steelhead and coho are caught in the Platte River. Additional nearby fishing opportunities include Platte Lake (5 miles northwest) and Crystal Lake (7 miles west).
Hunting
This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling.
ORV trails or routes
This campground allows ORVs to be ridden from your campsite to access local ORV routes and other roads open for ORV use. All other ORV use within the campground is prohibited.
Paddling
The campground is accessible by water and there are fantastic paddling opportunities on the Platte River.
Rustic sites
Vault toilet
Water access
This rustic campground is located along the Platte River. Please be mindful of high-water safety.
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.
Area map
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
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State forest campground info
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