Goose Creek Trail Camp

Located near the Upper Manistee River, this rustic campground is surrounded by tall jack pines. There is a large open group camping area designed for equestrian campers riding the Shore-to-Shore Trail, a 420-mile trail system open to hiking and horseback riding, that stretches east to west from Empire to Oscoda with two additional northern and southern spur trails.

This group campground has a maximum capacity of 200 individuals or 50 vehicles. The facility can accommodate both tents and trailers. Amenities include a submersible water pump that requires a 5000-watt generator. The campground is located 5.5 miles west of Frederic via County Road 612 and Manistee River Road.

This campground is maintained with the help of the Michigan Trail Riders Association.

A group camp (equestrian - group); group rates apply. Open all year; the road may not be plowed in winter. First come, first served; register at the campground kiosk on the day you arrive. Vault toilets and a hand-pump well for drinking water; no electricity or hookups. One camping unit and six people per site, 15 nights at most. Managed from Hartwick Pines State Park (989-348-7068).