Within Michigan's state forest system, Walsh Road Equestrian State Forest Campground serves as a specialized camping area designed primarily for horse-based recreation. The campground operates seasonally from April through November and accommodates RVs up to 20 feet in length.
Recent visitors report finding approximately six designated campsites alongside an open field designated for equestrian activities. The area shows signs of recent logging activity, which has significantly altered the forested landscape. Cell service appears unreliable, with Verizon users reporting no signal coverage. The campground's remote location means limited nearby attractions, and usage levels remain relatively low. Campers seeking places to camp around Lewiston will find this facility positioned well outside typical camping corridors.
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. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp
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Location
Public CampgroundWalsh Road Equestrian State Forest Campground and Trail Camp is located in Michigan
Directions
24 miles East of Grayling via North Down River Road and Walsh Road
Coordinates
44.78381189 N
84.37117182 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 28 min from Traverse City, MI
- 1 hr 36 min from Bay City, MI
- 1 hr 46 min from Midland, MI
- 1 hr 46 min from Saginaw, MI
