Huron National Forest hosts Meadows ORV Campground, a drive-in site set in forested and open terrain near a creek, managed by the US Forest Service at $10 per night. Sites include fire pits and tables, water hookups, and a hand pump with cold water. Bathrooms are reported clean. The access road runs rough, so drivers should plan accordingly. RVs up to 99 feet are accommodated, and cell service is available. Among places to camp around Huron National Forest, this one draws dirt bike riders in particular, with connector trails extending far into the surrounding forest and a 9-mile trail leading toward town. The Luzerne Horse Trail Campground & Trailhead is a nearby alternative for equestrian-focused campers.
Description
Overview
Meadows ORV Campground is a small, 12 single site area primarily used by OHV riders. The sites accomodate trailers/RV's up to 25 feet in length.
Recreation
ORV Riding: Passing just long the south edge of the campground is the Meadows ORV Trail System. This trail system was developed for vehicles 50 inches of less. The Meadows ORV trail connects to the Mack Lake Trail System and Bull Gap Hill Climb . The trail ranges anywhere from 0 to 10% grades with some short stretches of 30%. Confidence markers are orange triangles.
Facilities
Meadows ORV Campground provides visitors with a handpump well for drinking water, several vault toliets, and garbage collection services. Individual campsites provide a picnic table, a campfire ring, and a lantern post.
Natural Features
Meadows ORV Campground is nestled amoungst a pine and hardwood forest. The west branch of Big Creek is crossed by Meadows West Trail just to the southwest of the campground. Meadows ORV Campground is isolated from nearby light sources making it an excellent location for star gazing.
Contact Info
This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (989) 826-3252.
Charges & Cancellations
All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.
Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Thank you for your interest in Meadows ORV Campground. We will not be accepting reservations at this facility for the 2026 camping season. All sites will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. For more information, please contact the Mio Ranger Station at (989) 826-3252.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMeadows ORV Campground is located in Michigan near Luzerne
Directions
From Grayling: Travel east on M-72 for 22 miles. Turn right and travel south on Deeter Rd. for 2 miles. Turn left and travel south on Durfee Rd./FR 4541 for 3 miles. The site is located on the left.
Coordinates
44.559264 N
84.309164 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 43 min from Bay City, MI
- 1 hr 50 min from Traverse City, MI
- 1 hr 53 min from Saginaw, MI
- 1 hr 53 min from Midland, MI
