Peterson Bridge
Huron-Manistee National Forests
Peterson Bridge Campground is located on the Pine River in Michigan’s Manistee National Forest. The location on the river makes it ideal for canoeists and those looking to experience the adventure of this swift moving river.
The facility offers several tent sites which are walk-in only. Those tent sites on the river bank can also be accessed from the river.
In addition, the facility offers RV sites with many of the sites at this facility offering shade and seclusion.
Need to Know
- The Pine River is under a watercraft permit system with permits required May 15 - Labor Day. Click here for reservations for Pine National Scenic River Watercraft Permits.
- An extra vehicle fee applies after the first vehicle and will be collected at the campground.
- Some sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- All equipment must fit on the site pad. Vehicles park in developed areas only.
- This is a National Wild and Scenic River; because of this status special regulations apply at this facility.
- Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
Natural Features
The Pine River is well known as one of the most outstanding canoeing and trout fishing rivers in the Midwest. The river gradient is 7% and, depending upon the season, offers the fasted average flow of any river in lower Michigan. The lower 26 miles of the Pine River have been designated a National Wild and Scenic River.
Recreation
With access to the river so close, floating the Pine River is a popular activity at Peterson Bridge. Several locations near the campground offer canoe rentals. Supporting outstanding trout fishing, the Pine River is also a “Blue Ribbon” cold-water fishery. For State Fishing Regulations consult the Michigan Department of Natural Resources website, website http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/.
Contact Information
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Highway 3T @ Pine River Bridge, South of Highway 55 Wellston MI 49689
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Please note: Peterson Bridge Campground is located on Highway 3T at Pine River Bridge, South of Highway 55.
From Baldwin, MI: Take State Rt. 37 north about 21 miles to campground sign (just before Pine River bridge). Turn right into campground.
From the north: follow M-37 south 1.5 miles from its junction with M-55. Turn left into the area after crossing the bridge over the Pine River.
From the south: follow M-37 north 21.5 miles from Baldwin. Turn right into the area prior to crossing the bridge over the Pine River.
Available Campsites
- Site 04, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 18, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 22, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 29, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop CS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 31, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 21, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 23, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 24, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 28, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop CS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 19, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 01, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 26, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 27, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 20, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 15, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 25, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 30, Loop RS, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 17, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 16 - HOST, Loop CS, Type Standard Nonelectric
