Matson's Big Manistee River Campground Campground
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Matson's Big Manistee River Campground
What's on-site at Matson's Big Manistee River Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Matson's Big Manistee River Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coho Bend Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Portage Lake Rv Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Blacksmith Bayou Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Lake Recreation Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pine Lake Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Matson's Big Manistee River Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Manistee River Near Wellston | 2,030 cfs | → |
| Manistee River Near Mesick | 1,270 cfs | → |
| Pine River At High School Bridge Nr Hoxeyville | 238 cfs | → |
| Pere Marquette River At Scottville | 508 cfs | → |
| Manistee River Near Sherman | 1,210 cfs | → |
| Platte River At Honor | 166 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Matson's Big Manistee River Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellston 0.8 N | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wellston Tippy Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beulah 7ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Benzonia 5.3 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Scottville 2.1 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Scottville 2 Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Orchard Beach State Park
- Rietz Park
- Grebe Park
- Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness
- Ludington State Park
- Natural Area Big Sable Dunes And Swales
Boat launches
- River Road Brown Township
- Rainbow Bend Access Site
- Nfs 5558 Brown Township
- Bear Creek River Access Site
- Onekama Village Park
- Nfs 5555 Dickson Township
Fishing spots
- Bar Lake - Lake Michigan - Bar Lake Outlet
- Suicide Bend Fishing Site
- Lake Arcadia (Public Fishing Dock At Grebe Park)
- Hamlin Lake
- Betsie Lake
- Log Mark Rest Stop Canoe And Fishing Landing
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- 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.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Matson's Big Manistee River Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Matson's Big Manistee River Campground
Can I make reservations at Matson's Big Manistee River Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Matson's Big Manistee River Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Matson's Big Manistee River Campground.