Michigan Camping Areas
Upper Manistee River - State Forest
The Upper Manistee River State Forest Camping Area is located in northern Michigan and provides visitors with stunning views of the surrounding natural landscapes. The campground is situated near the Manistee River and is surrounded by dense forests, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
There are a variety of nearby points of interest to explore, including the North Country Trail, Jordan River Pathway, and the Pine River Paddlesports Center. Additionally, visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, and birdwatching in the area.
The campground offers a range of amenities, including vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. It is a first-come-first-serve campground and has 12 campsites available for use.
An interesting fact about the area is that the Manistee River was once used for logging, and remnants of the old logging camps can still be seen along the riverbanks.
The best time of year to visit the Upper Manistee River State Forest Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to August, when average temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings and take advantage of the warm weather to explore the nearby points of interest. Get driving directions.
There are a variety of nearby points of interest to explore, including the North Country Trail, Jordan River Pathway, and the Pine River Paddlesports Center. Additionally, visitors can enjoy swimming, fishing, hiking, and birdwatching in the area.
The campground offers a range of amenities, including vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. It is a first-come-first-serve campground and has 12 campsites available for use.
An interesting fact about the area is that the Manistee River was once used for logging, and remnants of the old logging camps can still be seen along the riverbanks.
The best time of year to visit the Upper Manistee River State Forest Camping Area is during the summer months, from June to August, when average temperatures range from the mid-60s to mid-70s Fahrenheit. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings and take advantage of the warm weather to explore the nearby points of interest. Get driving directions.

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Area Streamflow Levels
Gauge | Streamflow |
---|---|
Sturgeon River At Wolverine
USGS 04127997 |
241 cfs |
South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne
USGS 04135700 |
166 cfs |
Pigeon R At Sturgeon Valley Rd Near Vanderbilt
USGS 04128990 |
86 cfs |
Black River Near Garnet
USGS 04046000 |
25 cfs |
Jordan River Near East Jordan
USGS 04127800 |
207 cfs |
Tahquamenon River Near Paradise
USGS 04045500 |
1,010 cfs |
Pine River Near Rudyard
USGS 04127918 |
87 cfs |
Nearby Campgrounds
Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Goose Creek Trail Camp - State Forest | 12 | 1,150 ft | |||
Three Lakes | 28 | 877 ft | |||
Camp Petosega | Numerous | 673 ft | |||
Lake Marjory - State Forest | 10 | 1,271 ft | |||
Lake Michigan | 34 | 601 ft | |||
Maple Bay - State Forest | 38 | 600 ft | |||
Brevort Lake | 84 | 632 ft | |||
Carp River | 38 | 632 ft | |||
Coldwater Lake Family Park | Numerous | 877 ft | |||
Wilderness State Park | 250 | 594 ft | |||
Soldier Lake Rec Area | 43 | 908 ft | |||
Wilson State Park | 150 | 1,154 ft | |||
Straits State Park | 275 | 672 ft | |||
Upper Manistee River - State Forest | 40 | 1,145 ft | |||
Petoskey State Park | 165 | 600 ft | |||
Otsego Lake County Park | 80 | 1,275 ft | |||
Cecil Lakeview City Park | Numerous | 579 ft | |||
Herrick Rec Area | 70 | 806 ft | |||
Pickerel Lake (Kalkaska) - State Forest | 13 | 1,232 ft | |||
Weber Lake - State Forest | 18 | 911 ft | |||
Magnus Park | Numerous | 595 ft | |||
Pettit Park | 21 | 823 ft |