Upper Manistee State Forest Campground

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. There are 30 sites for tent, small trailer and large trailer use.

The campground is located 7.7 miles southwest of Frederic via County Road 612 and Goose Creek Road.

30 rustic campsites, $20 a night. 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).