With boat launch access and drive-in sites, Big Bear Point State Forest Campground operates year-round in Michigan's forested terrain. The campground provides drinking water, restrooms, and picnic tables, with campfires and pets allowed throughout the season.
Sites sit close together with limited privacy between camping spots. The boat launch draws consistent traffic, creating a busier atmosphere than more secluded forest campgrounds. Campers can access Big Bear Lake State Forest Campground just 0.3 miles east for comparison. Cell service reaches the area, and alcohol is permitted on-site. Book ahead during peak boating season for best site selection.
Description
Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp
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Location
Public CampgroundBig Bear Point State Forest Campground is located in Michigan
Coordinates
44.94367824 N
84.38672418 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 22 min from Traverse City, MI
- 1 hr 51 min from Midland, MI
- 1 hr 51 min from Bay City, MI
- 2 hrs 1 min from Saginaw, MI


