Orchard Beach State Park
Richard E.
Reviewed Jul. 12, 2020

Crowded camping

The bathrooms are clean, the staff is friendly, and the lake views are spectacular. Plus, the cute town of Manistee is nearby with three gorgeous public beaches, tasty restaurants, and ample shopping. Unfortunately, the sites are as compact and close together as possible. I usually enjoy the aroma of a campfire, but in the evening if all the sites are full, a smogtacular smoke cloud hovers over this campground - if you have breathing sensitivities then sleep will be difficult. Due to erosion, the stairs to the beach have been closed which forces campers to conglomerate even more closely together.

  • Review photo of Orchard Beach State Park by Richard E., July 12, 2020
  • Review photo of Orchard Beach State Park by Richard E., July 12, 2020
  • Review photo of Orchard Beach State Park by Richard E., July 12, 2020
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