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Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp

Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp is near Grayling, MI, and is surrounded by forested terrain. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 20s in winter to the 80s in summer. Campers can explore the nearby Au Sable River for canoeing and fishing, and Hartwick Pines State Park offers hiking trails and a logging museum.

Description

State Park

This rustic campground sits along the picturesque shore of the Au Sable River. The campground offers excellent opportunities for trout fishing. Paddlers can easily access the river and use a group camping area. There are 7 sites for tent and small trailer use. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is located 15 miles east of Grayling via M-72, McMasters Bridge and Conners Flat. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Location

Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp is located in Michigan

Detail location of campground

Coordinates

44.67028178639681 N
84.42505475003529 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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2 Reviews

Reviewed May. 20, 2021

Love this place!

Great, quiet, cozy place to take kids or anyone for that matter. Right on the river and clean, flat lots.

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Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jul. 16, 2018

Drive in campground that is like a hike in site

If you like to rough it, but be able to drive to your campground, this is your place. Get back to nature here with no running water or electric. There is a clean outhouse and a well with a pump that has fresh cold water. Perfect spot to go down the river and then bike back and get your car or go down the river and get out at the bridge. There is group camping right on the river as well which makes it a great place to stop and stay a night as you go down the river as well. In addition we have almost always had the place to ourselves with only a random other camper here and there.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp by Heidi S., July 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp by Heidi S., July 16, 2018
  • Review photo of Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp by Heidi S., July 16, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the max vehicle length at Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp?

    Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp allows vehicles up to 20 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.