Upper Manistee River State Forest Campground

Grayling, Michigan

About

Surrounded by red pines and hardwoods, this charming rustic campground offers excellent opportunities for paddling and trout fishing. Located along the Upper Manistee River, visitors can walk a narrow footpath along the water's edge and access the river from many points throughout the campground. A staircase in the center of the campground leads down to the river, or access is available by taking the footpath adjacent to site #16. There is a large group-use area near the river for paddle-in or walk-in camping. Parking for the walk-in sites is located a quarter mile southeast of the main campground entrance. The campground is located 7.7 miles southwest of Frederic via County Road 612 and Goose Creek Road.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Tent Sites
• Small Trailer Sites
• Large Trailer Sites

Local Attractions

• Lake Margrethe (8 miles south)
• Manistee River