Smithville Landing campground
Smithville Landing
The campground provides various amenities to cater to visitors' needs. It features well-maintained restrooms with hot showers and clean drinking water. There are also picnic areas with tables and grills for campers to enjoy outdoor meals. Additionally, Smithville Landing offers access to a beautiful river, providing opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking.
Reservations are accepted at Smithville Landing, ensuring campers can secure a spot ahead of time. It is recommended to make reservations, especially during peak seasons, to guarantee availability. The campground is open year-round, but the best time to visit is during the warmer months, from late spring to early fall. During this time, the weather is favorable for outdoor activities, and the campground is more vibrant with lush vegetation and blooming flowers.
When visiting Smithville Landing, campers should be cautious of wildlife that may be present in the area, such as bears and raccoons. It is advised to properly store food and dispose of trash to avoid attracting these animals. Additionally, mosquitoes can be prevalent during the summer, so it is advisable to bring insect repellent. Overall, Smithville Landing offers a serene and well-equipped camping experience for those looking to immerse themselves in the beautiful Michigan wilderness.
What's on-site at Smithville Landing
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 Smithville Landing, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkins Creek Equestrian State Forest Campground & Trail Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hopkins Creek State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Young Life Timberwolf | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Spring Lake State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Smithville Landing -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Boardman R Above Brown Bridge Road Nr Mayfield | 230 cfs | → |
| Clam River At Vogel Center | 222 cfs | → |
| Manistee River Near Sherman | 1,480 cfs | → |
| Manistee River Near Mesick | 1,700 cfs | → |
| East Branch Pine River Near Tustin | 59 cfs | → |
| South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne | 341 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Smithville Landing -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fife Lake 2wnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kalkaska | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lake City Exp Farm | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kingsley 2.7 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Traverse City 4.7 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Traverse City 4.7ese | 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
- Grace Macdonald Park
- Cadillac All Sports Park
- Diggins Park
- North Higgins Lake State Park
- Whitewater Township Park
- Kenwood Heritage Park
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 Smithville Landing as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Smithville Landing
Can I make reservations at Smithville Landing?
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 Smithville Landing?
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 Smithville Landing.