Goose Creek Trail Camp - State Forest Camping Area

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Last Updated: February 1, 2026

Goose Creek Trail Camp in Michigan’s Pigeon River Country State Forest offers rustic, horse-friendly camping with 12 established sites—no dispersed camping allowed.


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Summary

Reservations and a Recreation Passport are required; no camping fee beyond the passport. Amenities include vault toilets, hand-pump water, fire rings, and picnic tables; no RV hookups, but sites can accommodate trailers. Nestled in a quiet, forested setting near Goose Creek, it’s ideal for horseback riders and hikers exploring the 11-mile Green Timbers Trail. Wildlife viewing, especially elk, is a highlight. Best visited from late spring to early fall for mild weather and accessible trails. Peaceful, scenic, and remote.

       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Goose Creek Trail Camp - State ForestSOUTH BRANCH AU SABLE RIVER NEAR LUZERNE Preview South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne
200.0cfs
200cfs
Goose Creek Trail Camp - State ForestJORDAN RIVER NEAR EAST JORDAN Preview Jordan River Near East Jordan
207.0cfs
207cfs
Goose Creek Trail Camp - State ForestAU SABLE RIVER NEAR RED OAK Preview Au Sable River Near Red Oak
716.0cfs
716cfs
Goose Creek Trail Camp - State ForestBOARDMAN R ABOVE BROWN BRIDGE ROAD NR MAYFIELD Preview Boardman R Above Brown Bridge Road Nr Mayfield
89.4cfs
89cfs
Goose Creek Trail Camp - State ForestPIGEON R AT STURGEON VALLEY RD NEAR VANDERBILT Preview Pigeon R At Sturgeon Valley Rd Near Vanderbilt
65.7cfs
66cfs
Goose Creek Trail Camp - State ForestAU SABLE RIVER AT MIO Preview Au Sable River At Mio
807.0cfs
807cfs

Camping Essential Practices

Pack It In, Pack It Out
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.

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MANCELONA 0.5 ESE
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FIFE LAKE 2WNW
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