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Lake Michigan At Manistee
Closed for the season
Total sites: 53
Booking Window: 6 months
Booking Window: 6 months
665 ft
50°F
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Huron-Manistee National Forest › Manistee Ranger District › Michigan
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Lake Michigan At Manistee Campground, MI - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Lake Michigan At Manistee Campground is located in the Manistee Ranger District, Huron-Manistee National Forest (1 hr 41 min southwest of Traverse City, MI) with an elevation of 665 feet. There are a total of 53 campsites including 3 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to mid October. 50 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 28 and 54 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $29.00 to $65.00. Some amenities include playground, swimming, amphitheater, flush toilets. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
Campsite Reviews (164)
4.4 out of 5
| 5 star | 60% | |
| 4 star | 24% | |
| 3 star | 9% | |
| 2 star | 4% | |
| 1 star | 1% |
@RonaldD4325469 · Camped on Oct 10, 2025 at Campsite #72
Beautiful location but the use of generators by the RV campers was very annoying. We were next to an RV that ran their generator most of the day even and even through the evening to power their lights and AC. When asked to give a break, they said they only turn it off during quiet hours.
@CalebH7922274 · Camped on Oct 9, 2025 at Campsite #G1
Fun as always
@AnnM1012312 · Camped on Oct 3, 2025 at Campsite #36
Absolutely, beautiful campground, very easy access to the beach and good hiking!Clean, flush toilets The host was exceptionally friendly and kind, giving us information to make her stay more enjoyable!
@SusanaA7240339 · Camped on Sep 29, 2025 at Campsite #57
Great hikes around campground, nice walk to the beach. The sites are pretty close to each other, but this time it was great because the park was almost empty.
@TimR4117159 · Camped on Sep 28, 2025 at Campsite #38
This is a bit more off the grid for folks...had a T-mobile/Att sig at 1 bar for a minute every hour?... BUT , Superb site and ... campground host on Orchid Loop, was a major highlight!, this is some of the best of Michigan! with Masters like buck, and beach access was a true major bonus!
@JayeB8A428BA01 · Camped on Sep 20, 2025 at Campsite #29
Nice campground during the offseason, price is right for us senior citizens with our senior unlimited pass. Great weather and great beach, adn easy access wtih our trailer in tow. Plan to go agains sometime.
@JanineC3EA262F · Camped on Sep 19, 2025 at Campsite #42
This was one of the best vacations I have taken. Beautiful trees and beach. Wonderful campground. Amazing dark skies.
@MattM4094344 · Camped on Sep 18, 2025 at Campsite #55
It's a great spot... We love it. There was one downside. The camp host had an American flag displayed 7x24 and lit at night (correctly) but the reflected light flooded our site. There was also a loud transformer humming at times. Not very very enjoyable.
@bobb2528793 · Camped on Sep 13, 2025 at Campsite #57
beautiful area. beach was awsome. well maintained. Had a great time
@ClydeCDDA7BD68 · Camped on Sep 12, 2025 at Campsite #29
Beautiful campgrounds. The host went out of their way to help us. We had a very enjoyable experience.
@HillaryMD1FD96 · Camped on Sep 11, 2025 at Campsite #30
We just this camping here. We having been camping at this park every year for the last 3 or 4 years. The larger sites mean you arent right on top of everyone and the Host is very kind and helpful. Truly wonderful experience.
@RoyT7327130973 · Camped on Sep 7, 2025 at Campsite #61
The campground was clean, the hiking trails are very nice and Lake Michigan is always spectacular!
@ChristophFD14A · Camped on Sep 6, 2025 at Campsite #61
Excellent location. Great size campsite and well-spaced.I wish there was flushed toilets and showers.
@LeviDE21D2FFC8 · Camped on Sep 5, 2025 at Campsite #60
Had a great time! We love this spot and will continue to come back!
@AT7370879 · Camped on Sep 4, 2025 at Campsite #29
Always a great time here. Great trails, great hosts, and very peaceful.
@JustinK8383191 · Camped on Aug 21, 2025 at Campsite #G1
A gem of a site. Really enjoyed the space allowed for groups.
@GeorgeT3519919 · Camped on Aug 11, 2025 at Campsite #49
My wife and I really enjoy camping at Manistee.
@ChanceC80811CF · Camped on Aug 10, 2025 at Campsite #52
The individual campsites were generously spacious and far apart from one another. The trailhead from the campground to Lake Michigan was easy to find and straightforward. Using the trailhead, the walk to Lake Michigan was only about 10 minutes, but offered scenic viewing spots along the way.The campground, although fully booked, was incredibly quiet. The campers were kind and respectful and took care to avoid littering.
@DebraF8312178 · Camped on Aug 6, 2025 at Campsite #55
The trails and the beach were very nice.
@WENDYB6967976 · Camped on Aug 1, 2025 at Campsite #47
Place is shady and campsites have plenty of privacy.
@ScottP5976595 · Camped on Jul 28, 2025 at Campsite #54
Decent, fairly private campsite located next to host
@ColleenK2A2746 · Camped on Jul 24, 2025 at Campsite #55
Best beach, good camp sites , noticed the absence of rangers this year.
@ChristopherB30 · Camped on Jul 21, 2025 at Campsite #66
Very clean and quiet. Good experience.
@BruceF4214645 · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #73
For some reason they no longer are selling ice?
@JasonG2268691 · Camped on Jul 17, 2025 at Campsite #44
Loved it. Plan on coming back. All beqch, all day. Manistee and Ludington, mountain bike trails, wine...love it.
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