99% (385) • 7 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Manistee
The Vine Wilderness Glamping
1. The Vine Wilderness Glamping
100%
(13)
31mi from Manistee · 2 sites
A quiet peaceful place to unwind after exploring the wonderful nearby attraction that up north Michigan has to offer. Nestled on 20 acres of pines and hardwood forest. Step out of your tent and into the wild. Thousands of acres are just yards away. Whether you are here to hike, mountain bile or ride the ORV trails, the ultimate Michigan adventure starts here!
We have provided everything you need for a seamless escape. Just bring your favorite food and a sense of adventure!
*A set of towels per stay
*A set of bedding per stay
*A french coffee press (with instructions for brewing)
*A set of dishes, cookware, and pans
*A selection of basic spices and seasonings to elevate your camp cooking experience
* Dish soap and a roll of paper towel is provided for easy cleanup.
*Grilling utensils and smore sticks
*Utility water (Non-drinking water
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$125
/ night
Secluded Campsites
2. Secluded Campsites
100%
(18)
49mi from Manistee · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Camp Right Across from the Hungerford Recreation Area – Adventure Awaits!
Tucked away in nature but just steps from the Hungerford Recreation Area, our campground is a gateway to over 6,500 acres of stunning National Forest land. Whether you're into hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing, there’s a trail (or several!) waiting for you. The area features dedicated trails for bikers and equestrians, clearly marked with blue diamonds and helpful "You Are Here" maps at every junction.
We offer six spacious campsites, each equipped with 30 AMP RV hookups — perfect for RVers looking for comfort in the wild.
🌲 Amenities Include:
8 shared water spigots across the property
One heated outdoor shower – refresh after a day on the trails
Community fire pit for stories and s’mores under the stars
Whether you're looking for a base camp for your next outdoor adventure or a peaceful spot to unwind, our campground is the perfect blend of nature and convenience.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$16
/ night
Soul Fire Forest
3. Soul Fire Forest
100%
(21)
54mi from Manistee · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Come join us in our enchanted forest and perhaps have a party with the fairy folk 🧚♂️😉 at our permaculture farm and intentional community, with camping options in or out of the woods.
Lake Michigan is 5 miles down the road, the Hart-Montague bike trail is 1.4 miles down the road, and Manistee National forest is also nearby. The cute lake towns of Montague and Whitehall are also nearby with all the amenities. Also near (~5 miles) Electric Forest music festival, Double J ranch, Lewis Adventure farm and zoo and many other adventures!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$28
/ night
99% (385) • 7 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Manistee
The Vine Wilderness Glamping
1. The Vine Wilderness Glamping
100%
(13)
31mi from Manistee · 2 sites
A quiet peaceful place to unwind after exploring the wonderful nearby attraction that up north Michigan has to offer. Nestled on 20 acres of pines and hardwood forest. Step out of your tent and into the wild. Thousands of acres are just yards away. Whether you are here to hike, mountain bile or ride the ORV trails, the ultimate Michigan adventure starts here!
We have provided everything you need for a seamless escape. Just bring your favorite food and a sense of adventure!
*A set of towels per stay
*A set of bedding per stay
*A french coffee press (with instructions for brewing)
*A set of dishes, cookware, and pans
*A selection of basic spices and seasonings to elevate your camp cooking experience
* Dish soap and a roll of paper towel is provided for easy cleanup.
*Grilling utensils and smore sticks
*Utility water (Non-drinking water
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$125
/ night
Secluded Campsites
2. Secluded Campsites
100%
(18)
49mi from Manistee · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Camp Right Across from the Hungerford Recreation Area – Adventure Awaits!
Tucked away in nature but just steps from the Hungerford Recreation Area, our campground is a gateway to over 6,500 acres of stunning National Forest land. Whether you're into hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing, there’s a trail (or several!) waiting for you. The area features dedicated trails for bikers and equestrians, clearly marked with blue diamonds and helpful "You Are Here" maps at every junction.
We offer six spacious campsites, each equipped with 30 AMP RV hookups — perfect for RVers looking for comfort in the wild.
🌲 Amenities Include:
8 shared water spigots across the property
One heated outdoor shower – refresh after a day on the trails
Community fire pit for stories and s’mores under the stars
Whether you're looking for a base camp for your next outdoor adventure or a peaceful spot to unwind, our campground is the perfect blend of nature and convenience.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$16
/ night
Soul Fire Forest
3. Soul Fire Forest
100%
(21)
54mi from Manistee · 10 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Come join us in our enchanted forest and perhaps have a party with the fairy folk 🧚♂️😉 at our permaculture farm and intentional community, with camping options in or out of the woods.
Lake Michigan is 5 miles down the road, the Hart-Montague bike trail is 1.4 miles down the road, and Manistee National forest is also nearby. The cute lake towns of Montague and Whitehall are also nearby with all the amenities. Also near (~5 miles) Electric Forest music festival, Double J ranch, Lewis Adventure farm and zoo and many other adventures!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$28
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Alison
October 2025
Weekend Trip to The Vine Wilderness Glamping
We booked this site last minute and were so thankful it was instantly approved. The hosts were kind and quick to help when Google Maps sent us a bit off track. Once we arrived, the space felt like a hidden little retreat tucked into the woods.
It’s easy to imagine a young family making memories here… kids playing badminton, chasing fireflies, roasting marshmallows, and drifting off to the sound of crickets and frogs.
The setup includes a portapotty with a foot-flush and small sink, an outdoor shower, a futon, a queen air bed, and two cots. There’s a picnic table with umbrella, a coffee press and kettle, simple dishes and cups, a small grill, games, coloring books, and polyester linens. Everything was tidy and looked newly stocked for the season.
The drive in is a narrow, bumpy two-track… best for a smaller 4x4. Once you’re settled, it’s peaceful and quiet, with a wide open sky full of stars.
The hosts clearly care about creating a welcoming, family-friendly place to unwind. The mattress wasn’t the comfiest and the tiki torches were empty, but those are small details in an otherwise thoughtful stay.
We enjoyed our night here and can see it being perfect for a family weekend… laughter by the fire, s’mores in hand, surrounded by the sounds of nature. ♥️🌲🖖🏻
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Megan
September 2025
Weekend Trip to The Vine Wilderness Glamping
This was an incredible glamping experience! We came up to Sleeping Bear dunes for our anniversary trip and stayed here for a night. The bell tent is absolutely adorable and had everything we needed, secluded in the forest. Highly recommend this magical spot!
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Katie
September 2025
Tent
With kids
I felt very welcomed and had fun helping around the garden. Loved seeing the ducks. We stayed right in the backyard, even though the woods were a great option too! Fun time, would come again.
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Johnie
September 2025
17 ft travel trailer
With pets
The main road in (12 Mile Road) was way more rugged than I had expected. That being said, the site was very remote and extremely peaceful. You can probably make it in (as others suggested, come in from the west off Hemlock) with 2WD, but I was glad I had 4WD for peace of mind.
Also, the site it beautiful! The electric hookup was super convenient. The shower appeared to be hooked directly to the well water line. However, there was a heater there ready to be installed. We used my solar shower which was decently warm.
There are plenty of trails on site and my dog had a blast being off leash the entire week. We did venture into Hungerford for a much longer hike. There was a super nice couple there our first night, but we had the place to ourselves the rest of the week. What a gem of a site. Would love to have a group camp there in the future.
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Melissa
September 2025
30 ft travel trailer
Super awesome remote camping space. It’s hard to find anything this remote with water and power. Super thrilled and would go back.
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Tiffany
August 2025
With kids
5 stars! What’s a great spot. It was easy too find and close to so many fun spots . The tent was in perfect condition, the beds/bedding and pillows were very comfortable. Everything we needed to grill up some steaks was already there! The tiki torches and citronella candles that the host provided did the trick, bugs were really not bad by the tent area. Carts were provided for the way out to the tent which takes just a couple minutes and is a pretty walk! The host helped us out with some extra wood and some washing water. The bathroom and shower was clean and the portable charging station and fan in the tent was a great touch! The host was also very responsive . 10/10 spot and will stay again until the future!
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Stephani
August 2025
Tent
The forest was nice. There was plenty of space to set up our tent and park next our camp. Car camping was great for one night. There was a composting toilet for us to use if needed. Mike and Ally were very responsive and welcoming. They communicated quickly and showed us around when we arrived.
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Derek
August 2025
Weekend Trip to The Vine Wilderness Glamping
Great experience. It rained and the firewood got wet so couldn’t make a fire but they refunded me my money for that the next day. Would recommend!
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Rory
August 2025
1 night at The Vine Wilderness Glamping
This was a wonderful glamping experience in the yurt. The hosts were very accommodating with carts at the entrance for the short walk to the yurt. The disc golf basket was a great activity. Very nice space and set up at the site. Would highly recommend!
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Scott
August 2025
21 ft campervan
I stayed one night in my camper van, a 2wd Ram ProMaster 3500. Definitely approach from the west (from Hemlock), not from the east as there's a long, sandy ascent that really requires 4wd this way; my van didn't have a prayer of making it, and it's a long way to back out but there's no choice 'cause there's no way to turn around. Come from the west and you're fine!
The site is really great. I was the only inhabitant, but there are multiple electric hookups all around the big fire ring. Pretty cool to have electric way out in the woods...that had to be a major project getting wires run. There's a very clean porta john on site too. For my night here, I had total privacy, excellent stars, and quiet - definitely will return.
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Mina
August 2025
Tent
Mike and his family were very welcoming and flexible with timing and availability! We were able to book the same day and have a lot of land where we could set up a tent. It was a little hard to navigate with our car, but it was definitely doable.
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Conner
August 2025
Tent
We had a great stay here and the hosts were kind and generous. They showed us around when we arrived and they even shared a fire with us. The property itself is set up great for campers and there is plenty of privacy.
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Jessica
August 2025
Weekend Trip to The Vine Wilderness Glamping
Wow! What an amazing find. Georgia and Steve have thought of everything. We had the best two nights glamping on their land. The tent was huge, clean, and stocked with all the amenities we needed for cooking and enjoying our time. The beds were comfy, the shower was hot, and the outdoor area was perfect for relaxing and cooking over the fire.
It was the small touches that really amplified our experience—from the couch and game selection to provided towels, fire-cooking utensils, spices, fairy lights, tiki torches, and even thoughtful details like a mirror.
Most of our party is around 6’, and we could all stand comfortably in the tent and shower, and fit comfortably in the beds.
The location was perfect for our weekend trip to hike Sleeping Bear Dunes and explore the nearby lakeside towns.
We loved our stay and will definitely be back!
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Kellie
July 2025
1 night at The Vine Wilderness Glamping
Super fun night under the stars! Convenient to Sleeping Bear and Glen Lake. Great way to have family do something outdoorsy without having to do all the leg work. Found it pretty easy. The beds were comfy, the shower gets hot water, and the porta potty flushes! Would stay again!
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Angela
July 2025
Weekend Trip to The Vine Wilderness Glamping
This spot is such a gem! Gregoria and Steve have gone above and beyond to provide the ultimate glamping experience! Hot shower was so nice and the porta john has a little sink and towel and a pump flush for the toilet. There is a grill and a fire pit with cooking grate. It had just rained so they provided us with two little fire starters and they have campfire wood bundles available right at the site that you can pay cash for. The tent itself was wonderfully appointed, bedding and towels are provided. They also provided little rechargeable lights and a charger- even some games! There were three hammocks set up and little weenie roaster sticks too. We had such a fabulous stay. Anybody trying to visit an Interlochen camper (or teacher in our case) should absolutely try this spot as a low cost alternative to a hotel or Airbnb. Also super close to the beach and cute coastal towns. Would definitely come back. Thank you!
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Ethan
July 2025
Tent
Group trip
Excellent hosts! Beautiful forest. Very quiet and peaceful. Would love to come back
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Cari
July 2025
Group trip
Loved staying at Gregoria and Steve’s bell tent! It was so nice to have a secluded spot with everything so nicely set up. We had 4 adults staying and had plenty of room-the tent was very spacious, the bedding comfortable. Everything we needed was provided (grill, bedding, towels, hot shower, flushing port-a-john with hand washing station, picnic table and camp chairs). Carts were provided at the parking area for the short hike to the tent. We were able to enjoy a fire. And, it was only 15 minutes to Beulah Beach area and about 25 minutes to Sleeping Bear Dunes hikes. Great place to stay!
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Maria
July 2025
With kids
This glamping site was very spacious (on the inside and out) and well-furnished. We were especially pleasantly surprised by a few unexpected amenities that our kids loved, like some games and glow sticks, etc. There was a grill, coffee press and teapot, some roasting sticks, towels, dish soap, some charged up lanterns, etc etc. The twin cots were surprisingly comfortable and my husband and I slept well on the double mattress also. One thing to note is that there is a short hike from the car to the campsite, but the hosts provided a couple of carts to make it easier to haul things back and forth, which was great. Finding the site was also a little tricky so I would definitely recommend checking in in the daytime and following the provided instructions! Oh - and check out St. Ambrose Cellars which is just a couple mins away, has a beautiful outdoor space, live music, great pizza, and delicious beer, mead, and wine!
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Whitney
July 2025
With kids
The camp site was lovely and secluded. The tent was so comfortable and had everything we needed. The host also dropped off a goody basket with treats the kids would enjoy. This was a wonderful glamping experience and we will return.
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Brittnie
July 2025
Tent
With pets
This place is private N 420 friendly. We have a low car an was able to make it back close to our camp site. There is a lose dog running around but it came to meet us when we first got there and didn’t bother us them entire trip a wasn’t even bother by my dog. There are a few kids an neighborhood kids that hang around so at first I was a little worried to smoke but we were fall back into the woods that we didn’t have to worry about the babies. The view from our tent was beautiful and so much wild life around. We had the whole place to ourselves so don’t really know how it is with the other lots taken but is definitely worth the camping trip. Close to a lot of beautiful places to hike a paddle that’s dog friendly. The host were friendly an walked us through the whole sit an help us pick the best spot. We didn’t stay our whole stay cause of the rain that was coming through on our last day plus exhausted from all the hiking and paddling we did they were nice enough to give us our refund for that one day an they did that right away with no issue. Love the environment and energy this couple has an definitely would recommend for a 420 couple with a fur baby!
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