Upper Manistee River - State Forest campground
Upper Manistee River - State Forest
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.
What's on-site at Upper Manistee River - State Forest
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 Upper Manistee River - State Forest, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Manistee River State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Goose Creek Trail Camp - State Forest | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Goose Creek State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Manistee River Bridge State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Margrethe State Forest Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Manistee River - State Forest -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Branch Au Sable River Near Luzerne | 338 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River Near Red Oak | 1,370 cfs | → |
| Jordan River Near East Jordan | 215 cfs | → |
| Boardman R Above Brown Bridge Road Nr Mayfield | 218 cfs | → |
| Pigeon R At Sturgeon Valley Rd Near Vanderbilt | 95 cfs | → |
| Au Sable River At Mio | 1,330 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Manistee River - State Forest -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaylord 9ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mancelona 0.5 Ese | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Kalkaska | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gaylord 4.1 S | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Gaylord | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Fife Lake 2wnw | 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
- Hartwick Pines State Park
- Otsego Lake State Park
- North Higgins Lake State Park
- Craven Park
- Helena Township Park
- Rotary Soccer 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 Upper Manistee River - State Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Manistee River - State Forest
Can I make reservations at Upper Manistee River - State Forest?
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 Upper Manistee River - State Forest?
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 Upper Manistee River - State Forest.