Sitting along the Muskegon River in Houghton Lake-area Michigan, this free Michigan DNR campground draws paddlers, anglers, and OHV riders to a stretch of river accessible by boat, vehicle, or on foot. Bug spray is a practical necessity here. The site has no listed hookups or facilities beyond campfire access, but it connects to hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, making it a functional base for places to camp around Prudenville who want river access without a fee. Nearby, White Birch Canoe Trips & Campground offers an alternative with outfitter services. Pets and alcohol are permitted on site.
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Map & DirectionsMuskegon River Canoe Camp is located in Michigan near Prudenville
Coordinates
44.213574344484485 N
84.84760384152534 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/15/26
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- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/15/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
Drive Time
- 57 min from Midland, MI
- 1 hr 12 min from Bay City, MI
- 1 hr 22 min from Saginaw, MI
- 1 hr 28 min from Traverse City, MI




