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Manistee National Forest Red Bridge Rive Camping

Manistee National Forest Red Bridge River Camping is located near Brethren, MI, and features forested terrain with access to the Manistee River. Temperatures in the area range from lows in the 20s Fahrenheit during winter to highs in the 80s during summer. Nearby attractions include the Manistee River Trail and Tippy Dam Recreation Area, offering opportunities for hiking and fishing.

Description

National Forest

Manistee National Recreation River The name comes from an old wooden and steel bridge, painted red, that was located at the site. Now there is a modern cement structure. This site provides access to the Manistee River Trail. There is designated parking for vehicles with boat trailers at Red Bridge. There is also parking available at Upper River Road Trailhead for hikers. Brochure with map : Manistee River Manistee River Trail This brochure is set to print on 11 x 17 paper, landscape (wide) orientation. To print on 8 1/2 x 11 paper set the print area to "shrink to printable area", this will make the text on the page smaller. Flickr Photo Albums Manistee River Manistee River Trail

Fee Info

FREE

Reservation Info

Reservations can be made by visiting Recreation.gov or call 1-877-6777. Search for "Upper Manistee River Backwater Sites"

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Location

Manistee National Forest Red Bridge Rive Camping is located in Michigan

Detail location of campground

Directions

_ From Manistee - _ Travel east on M-55 for 15 miles. Turn left and travel north on High Bridge Rd. for 6 miles. Turn right and travel east on Coates Hwy. for 8 miles.

Coordinates

44.27237893 N
85.86342675 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
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are fires allowed at Manistee National Forest Red Bridge Rive Camping?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Manistee National Forest Red Bridge Rive Camping, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Manistee National Forest Red Bridge Rive Camping have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Manistee National Forest Red Bridge Rive Camping does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Manistee National Forest Red Bridge Rive Camping?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.