Within Manistee National Forest, this US Forest Service trail camp operates from mid-April through early November. The facility sits less than a mile from Hungerford Lake Campground, providing backcountry access for hikers and equestrians using the trail system.
Campers can resupply or find additional amenities at sites around Big Rapids before heading into the forest. The camp serves as a staging point for multi-day trail adventures, with Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite located just over a mile north for larger horse camping groups.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsManistee National Forest Hungerford Trail Camp is located in Michigan near Big Rapids
Directions
From Big Rapids - Travel west on M-20 for 8.5 miles. Turn right and travel north on Cypress Ave. for .5 miles. Turn right and travel east on Hungerford Lake Dr. for .5 miles. Turn left and travel north on Forest Rd. 5134 for 1 mile. The site is located on the left.
Coordinates
43.70145253 N
85.6221184 W
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Drive Time
- 49 min from Grand Rapids, MI
- 1 hr 5 min from Muskegon, MI
- 1 hr 27 min from Traverse City, MI
- 1 hr 28 min from Midland, MI
