The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Manistique, Michigan

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in the United States! If you're looking for a riverside camping experience near Manistique, Michigan, we've got you covered with over 150 options to choose from. Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the outdoor scene, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Looking for some top-rated campsites? Check out Camp Moonshadow (246 reviews), House of Bear (179 reviews), and Bear Tree Homestead (174 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, toilets, and trash facilities, you can enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing basic comforts. And with activities like wind sports, swimming, and biking nearby, you'll never run out of things to do. So pack your gear, grab your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure along the riverbanks near Manistique, Michigan.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Manistique

Welcome to Hipcamp, your go-to website for camping in the United States! If you're looking for a riverside camping experience near Manistique, Michigan, we've got you covered with over 150 options to choose from. Whether you're a seasoned camper or new to the outdoor scene, you'll find the perfect spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Looking for some top-rated campsites? Check out Camp Moonshadow (246 reviews), House of Bear (179 reviews), and Bear Tree Homestead (174 reviews). With popular amenities like showers, toilets, and trash facilities, you can enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing basic comforts. And with activities like wind sports, swimming, and biking nearby, you'll never run out of things to do. So pack your gear, grab your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable camping adventure along the riverbanks near Manistique, Michigan.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Manistique

1. Andy’s Wolf Traxx

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40mi from Manistique · 5 sites · Tents, RVs

This property is heavily wooded with pine and maple trees. Wild raspberry and blueberries are found to be plentiful in season. Formerly wooded by lumberjacks during the early 1900’s, this area is rich with history and sights to see. Located between Seney National Wildlife Refugee and Grand Mairas on Lake Superior.

2. Doe Creek Hideaway

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35mi from Manistique · 3 sites · Tents, Lodging

Located in the Eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the small town of Engadine. You will be just a few miles from Lake Michigan and camp beside the tranquil waters of doe creek. There is wildlife traveling through the property and at times make this their home. This is a birding paradise again for those birds migrating through and others making nests and raising their babies. We are a hobby farm, we hay in July, garden during the summer and at times have a variety of farm animals. There is recreation galore including swimming, fishing, boating, skiing, hiking, and biking to name a few very familiar activities to this area.

3. Vagabond Resort & Campground

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34mi from Manistique · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

The Vagabond Resort offers 7 cozy cabins and 59 camping sites for RVs, campers, and tents, with access to a shower house, laundry facilities, a dump station, and fresh water. We also provide a private dock and fish house to guests. We are known for fishing, hiking, kayaking, snowmobiling, and other outdoor activities. Cabins are open year-round. The campground is open from May 1st to the end of November, weather permitting. We have waterfront property on Little Bay De Noc on the Stonington Peninsula. We offer rustic camping and RV sites with electricity only, electricity and water, and sites with full hook-up. Surrounded by the Hiawatha National Forest 3 miles off the Lake Michigan Circle Tour 15 miles Peninsula Point Light House 20 miles north of Escanaba 20 miles north of the Upper Peninsula State Fairgrounds 37 miles west of Kitch-iti-kipi (The Big Spring) 53 miles south of Picture Rocks 85 miles south of Marquette 130 miles north of Green Bay 135 miles west of Mackinaw City 256 miles south of Trenary Toast

4. Hiawatha National Forest

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513 sites · Chatham, Michigan

This woodland wilderness borders not one but three of Michigan’s Great Lakes.

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

5. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

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65 sites · Munising, Michigan

Sandstone cliffs and wild beaches fringe America’s first National Lakeshore.

Toilets

Campfires

Picnic table

6. Stutts Creek 40 Acre Camp Site

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17mi from Manistique · 1 site · Tent, RV

40 acres well off the beaten path. Approximately 6 miles off of State Hwy M-94. A two track will lead you back to 40 acres of undeveloped land containing a variety of pine and poplar. Our private property borders State and Federal Forest land that contains an overwhelming amount of two track roads to explore Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The sky is unobstructed from trees leaving the stars to be enjoyed all night long. A section of the Stutts Creek flows through the property where you can enjoy a quiet morning listening to the water flow and the occasional rise of a brook trout feeding. Deer, Turkey, Grouse, Bears and Wolves are all found in our area and are often photographed by visitors. Please practice safe food storage due to a healthy bear population in the area. You're welcome to set up a campfire wherever you camp, please practice fire safety and adhere to state and county burn bans that may be in effect. Once you arrive you are free to set up camp wherever you want. This is primitive camping so come prepared to enjoy nature at its finest. There is no bathroom so plan accordingly. The property is less then an hour from Lake Superior and the heart of downtown Munising and about 30 minutes North of downtown Manistique. A GPS app such as OnX will help you navigate property lines and show you all the water bodies in the area you can enjoy. The road is generally fine for 2wd but 4 wheel drive is recommended when there is rain or snow in the forecast. Our property is fairly remote which will give you a unique experience. We hope to have you.

7. Forest Overlooking River

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36mi from Manistique · 7 sites · Tents, RVs

Learn more about this land:Beautiful backwoods birch forest with campfire spots on the edge of Rapid River. We’re within the hour of pictured Rocks National Park and many other beautiful places to visit...We’re only 2.5 miles off of main hwy, US 41 , We have kayaks, four wheelers and hiking /biking roads and trails available for guest..

8. Rock Island State Park

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112 sites · Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

A serene island that gets you away from crowds. Sail in or take the ferry!

Toilets

Campfires

Potable water

Public campgrounds near Manistique

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Indian River Campground

16mi from Manistique · 23 sites · in Hiawatha National Forest

Camp Seven Lake Campground

16mi from Manistique · 38 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hiawatha National Forest

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Little Bass Lake Campground

17mi from Manistique · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hiawatha National Forest

Colwell Lake Campground

20mi from Manistique · 37 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hiawatha National Forest

Tom's Lake Cabin

22mi from Manistique · 1 site · in Hiawatha National Forest

Corner Lake Campground

22mi from Manistique · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hiawatha National Forest

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Big Island Lake Wilderness

22mi from Manistique · 12 sites · in Hiawatha National Forest

Cutest most private campground I have seen. Definitely my favorite from the trip.

Flowing Well Campground

22mi from Manistique · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hiawatha National Forest

McKeever Cabin

25mi from Manistique · 1 site · in Hiawatha National Forest

Beautiful lake, decent lake swim area. Camp Host is very friendly. Limited trail information available. Fishing has been a major downer, not even a bite. Nice sites for 5th wheels and campers even has a limited amount of wal kin tent sites. Beautiful plants a

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Petes Lake Campground

25mi from Manistique · 47 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hiawatha National Forest

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Widewaters Campground

26mi from Manistique · 32 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hiawatha National Forest

Island Lake Campground

28mi from Manistique · 5 sites · in Hiawatha National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Lorraine

October 2025

24 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Forest Overlooking River

Absolutely beautiful spot to camp by a peaceful river. We had a great 2 night stay on our own. Pauline is so welcoming and warm. And good eggs!

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Jerry

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Doe Creek Hideaway

This was our second time back to stay in the tiny cabin. We loved our first trip. We drive downstate often to visit family. Perfect place to stop and enjoy nature with your dog and family. There's some trails to walk around with beautiful fall colors. We will be back. Highly recommend this hidden gem.

Kate

October 2025

1 night at Doe Creek Hideaway

Super sweet, very private, cozy and comfortable. The perfect stop after an 8 hour drive

Nick

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Vagabond Resort & Campground

Great site. Dog friendly. There is a real bathroom with plumbing and real showers. The firewood they have for sale burns for a long time.

Christy

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Doe Creek Hideaway

The space was amazing! Monte and Lisa were great hosts. Very friendly and helpful.

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chris

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Andy’s Wolf Traxx

Very nice setup. Andrew obviously put thought into this. We enjoyed our time at your land.

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Emily

September 2025

Tent

With pets

2 nights at Andy’s Wolf Traxx

Perfect place for camping! Site 3 was very clean and private for a relaxing environment. Great place to enjoy the night sky after spending the day at Pictured Rocks.

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Bill

September 2025

17 ft campervan

2 nights at Andy’s Wolf Traxx

Campsite was what we were looking for easy to find.

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Michael

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Forest Overlooking River

We loved the site, good place to camp. Close enough to the main road to get anywhere you need easily. Pauline was fantastic, super helpful and kind!

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Michelle

September 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Forest Overlooking River

Pauline's site was beautiful and very peaceful. Pauline contacted me ahead of my stay and informed that she intended to move us to a more secluded site given that she was hosting other campers and that we had dogs. She accommodated for all her campers to ensure everyone had a peaceful and enjoyable experience on her property. Pauline gave numerous recommendations of tings to do while in the area which was super helpful. The river, prairie, fruit trees/bushes, and birds that surrounded us made for a super peaceful and enjoyable stay!

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Leo

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Doe Creek Hideaway

The primitive site was excellent! Very clean and well maintained with easy access. We had a small issue with the tent on site and it was resolved immediately. Very nice and responsive hosts, we’ll be staying again!

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Joel

September 2025

1 night at Doe Creek Hideaway

We only got to stay one night, but we really enjoyed it.very welcoming host and beautiful location.

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Claire

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Doe Creek Hideaway

This was such a lovely experience! The vintage camper was so cute and the area around was perfect and secluded. The grounds were absolutely gorgeous, I couldn’t recommend enough! The hosts were so kind and generous, I feel so lucky to have found this spot and will certainly be returning

Laura

August 2025

22 ft toy hauler

With pets

3 nights at Andy’s Wolf Traxx

This campground is a hidden gem tucked deep in the woods. The sites branch off a long grassy lane, each one big, level, and well-spaced so you don’t feel crowded. Sites 3 and 4 are especially private if you’re looking for extra seclusion. You can hear a little road noise from the nearby road, but there’s no light pollution, so the nights are brilliantly starry. It’s a rustic campsite with everything you need—firepits with wood provided and outhouses available. Easy to find, well cared for, and the perfect base for exploring Newberry, Seney, and Grand Marais. I’d definitely stay here again.

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Dusty

August 2025

16 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Andy’s Wolf Traxx

Other than the bathrooms being pretty rough, I have no complaints. Nice property. Good water

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Jonathan

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Andy’s Wolf Traxx

The campsite was private, clean and maintained but well marked and easy to get to. Andy was easy to work with and even gave us some extra fire wood for our site.

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Gabrielle

August 2025

Weekend Trip to Doe Creek Hideaway

Great stay! Monte and Lisa greeted me when I arrived and gave me a lay of the land. They also had recommendations for local eateries. Camper was perfect for me and I loved the extra touch of the s’mores kit and firewood. Highly recommend!

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Lily

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Andy’s Wolf Traxx

Loved Andys Wolf Traxx! Easy to find and host answered us and offered help with anything we needed. Not too many trails for walking or anything but good quiet place to sleep with toilet. Beautiful stars!

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Emily

August 2025

10 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Andy’s Wolf Traxx

A great spot to camp and explore the area. Close to Seney wildlife refuge and not too far from Grand Marais.

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Chris

August 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Andy’s Wolf Traxx

Site 4 is a great little private site. No hassle getting in and out. Ordered wood to be there when we arrived, and it was! Perfect area to trout fish, head up to Grand Marais, or over to Pictured Rocks. Will come back.