Manistee River Bridge State Forest Campground

Grayling, Michigan

About

This rustic campground is located on the main branch of the scenic Manistee River in Crawford County. The campground provides two different access points to the river. One is a small wooden deck behind site #3, and the other is a large grass landing perfect for launching canoes or kayaks. Both access points are down a set of stairs, so visitors should be aware that they will have to carry boats at least 30 yards to and from the river. There is parking within the campground adjacent to site #16 for visitors and those launching a kayak or canoes. The campground is located 7.8 miles northwest of Grayling via M-72 and North Campground Road. It offers stunning river and lakefront settings, perfect for fishing, boating, and paddling. The campground has 23 sites for tent, small trailer, and large trailer use. It is open all year, but the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed. The campground is accessible from the Manistee River for canoe camping. Paddlers will need to carry their boats and camping gear up a set of stairs to the campground. There are no campsites that can be directly paddled to.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Tent Sites
• Small Trailer Sites
• Large Trailer Sites

Local Attractions

• Manistee River
• Lake Margrethe
• Au Sable River