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Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground

Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground is located near Vanderbilt, MI, surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Campers can explore the nearby Pigeon River Country State Forest and enjoy activities like hiking and wildlife viewing.

Description

State Park

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. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp

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Location

Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground is located in Michigan

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

45.15699943 N
84.46550267 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Available
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Good

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Reviewed Nov. 1, 2020

It's so quiet, you can hear pine needles drop...

Friday night in the middle of August isn’t always the best time to approach a campground without a reservation, unless you know where to look. Pigeon Bridge State Forest campground was off the beaten track enough that there was only one other camper in the park.  

Situated along the Shingle Mill Pathway and High Country Pathway, a popular backpacking route, this campground offers a great basecamp for backpackers to start or end their hike. With a large parking lot across the road, it’s a perfect place to leave a car for your hiker shuttle. The campsites are sizeable enough for a small group of tenters or small trailer, with enough space in between that you don’t feel jammed next to your neighbors. There is a clean pit-toilet and a year-round water well hand pump for drinking water. 

The network of trails offer lots of options for hiking and biking, and the creek looks like a perfect trout stream, and also offers a great summertime float trip. The town of Vanderbilt is about 10 miles away and offers a gas station and a small convenience store to pick up a few essentials.

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  • Review photo of Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground by Shari  G., November 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground by Shari  G., November 1, 2020
  • Review photo of Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground by Shari  G., November 1, 2020
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground?

    Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Pigeon Bridge State Forest Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.