Best Equestrian Camping near Bitely, MI
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Bitely, MI (9)
1. Timbers Edge Campground
Hesperia, Michigan4 Reviews•9 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- RVs
2. Whiskey Creek Campground
Custer, Michigan2 Reviews•17 SavesGreat place in the northern Michigan forest. They have activities planned or you can bring your ATV toys and hit the trails. There's a pond for swimming and fishing. Cell reception is very limited but, you can get WiFi at the store.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
3. White River Campsite #1
Holton, Michigan2 Reviews•7 Photos•90 SavesThe White River runs through this area and there are several campgrounds and boat launches associated with the river. The White River Semi-Primitive Nonmotorized Area has several acres of habitat for the federally endangered Karner blue butterfly. No special use permit is required for individuals or small groups (74 people or less). Permits are required for commercial, event or large groups (75 people or more). As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests.
- Pets
- Fires
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
- Alcohol
4. Whiskey Creek Resort
Custer, Michigan1 Review•4 Saves- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- RVs
- Equestrian
5. Hungerford Lake Campground
Big Rapids, Michigan1 Review•1 Photo•10 SavesHungerford Lake Recreation Area The Hungerford Recreation Area is a nonmotorized area consisting of over 6,500 acres of National Forest System lands. The area provides opportunities to hike, snowshoe, cross-country ski, horseback ride, mountain bike and enjoy the National Forests. The horseback riding and mountian biking trails are two seperate trails. The two trails cross each other at several locations, but "You Are Here" maps are located at trail junctions to aid in navigation. The trail is marked with blue diamonds for the mountain bike trail with a bike symbol and blue diamonds with horses for the horse trail. Boat Launch/Lake campsites - The 30-acre lake offers a variety of fishing and boating opportunities. There are two campsites near the lake. Horses are not permitted in this area or in the lake. This site is particularly scenic during the fall. There is mixed federal and private ownership around the lake. Family Campground - The horse trail and mountain bike connector trails located in the campground. The horseback trail connector trail is located near the group site. The trail camp is very popular during the summer with horseback trail riders. The loop campground is nestled in among a variety of leafy green tress. Horseback Riding - There are over 40-miles of premier horse trails in the Hungerford Recreation Area. Mountain Biking - There are two-loops for mountain bikes, creating a 10-mile trail. Scenary and Topgraphy - The trails go through heavily forested areas of oak, maple, aspen, and red and white pine. At times riders will cross or utilize roads. Parts of the trails are suitable for less experienced riders, while other segments offer a more experienced riding opportunity. The topography ranges from hilly to very hilly. Riders will experience a range in scenery as they ride through the heavily forested areas and into open fields and meadows. Brochure with map: 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 Album
- Pets
- Fires
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
6. Manistee National Forest Marzinski Horse Trail Campground
Manistee, Michigan5 Reviews•20 Photos•44 SavesOverview
The Marzinski Horse Trail and Campground were developed for the horse enthusiasts, who enjoy riding through a forested quiet trail system. The Marzinski Horse Camp serves as the primary access location for the 18 miles of horse trail.__
Recreation
The Marzinski Horse Trail is open to non-motorized use only. They are designed for horse riders but may be used by hikers as well. The trail is accessed by either the Marzinski Trailhead and Campground or the Steinberg Trailhead. Neither trailhead is maintained for horse use in the winter months. The Forest Service and volunteers maintain the trail system, which is marked by oak-routed signs and posts and request that care is taken to keep the trail system clean. ___Pack it in, pack it out.___ Horse riders are asked not to access the Little Manistee River, which may accelerate erosion and to be careful when crossing adjacent county and forest roads.
Facilities
The Marzinski Horse Trail is open to non-motorized use only. They are designed for horse riders but may be used by hikers as well. The trail is accessed by either the Marzinski Trailhead and Campground or the Steinberg Trailhead. Neither trailhead is maintained for horse use in the winter months. The Forest Service and volunteers maintain the trail system, which is marked by oak-routed signs and posts and request that care is taken to keep the trail system clean. ___Pack it in, pack it out.___ Horse riders are asked not to access the Little Manistee River, which may accelerate erosion and to be careful when crossing adjacent county and forest roads.
Natural Features
The campground is located in a white pine stand and offers quiet and privacy between camp sites. The Marzinski Horse Trail passes through mostly mixed pine with some hardwood vegetation types. Topography is mostly flat forested land with some small openings.
Nearby Attractions
Sand Lake Recreation Area Udell Rollways Day Use and Disc Golf Course Pine Lake Campground
- Pets
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
7. Duke Creek Campground
Cedar Springs, Michigan6 Reviews•18 Photos•25 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
8. Double JJ Resort
Shelby, Michigan2 Reviews•1 Photo•7 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
9. Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite
Be the first to review!Paris, Michigan•5 Photos•2 SavesOverview
The Hungerford Recreation Area offers access to over 50 miles of trails for horseback riding, hiking and mountain biking. The horse trails connect to the group campsite. There are a few small lakes located nearby, including, Hungerford Lake, Toogood Lake and Mud Lake.
Recreation
Forty-seven plus miles of horseback riding trails and 10 miles of mountain biking trails make the campground an ideal place for both equestrian campers and outdoors enthusiasts. Hungerford Lake is located a half mile south of the Hungerford Family Campground and one and a quarter miles south of the Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite. The area offers fishing and boating opportunities. Horses are not allowed in or around the lake area, but visitors interested in fishing are welcome to cast for bass, pike and pan fish. There is a boat ramp located at the lake.
Natural Features
The campground is perched along lightly rolling hills in the Manistee National Forest. It is about a mile north of Hungerford Lake and the 48 site Hungerford Campground. The lake spans 30 acres and is a favorite spot to see fall colors. The Manistee National Forest comprises 540,000 acres and meets the eastern shore of Lake Michigan.
Nearby Attractions
Visit the city of Big Rapids, Michigan, or the Loda Lake Wildflower Sanctuary. Benton, Indian, Brush, and Shelley lakes are also nearby.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations will not be accepted within 7 days of scheduled date of arrival.
- Fires
- Reservable
- Group
- Equestrian
- Picnic Table
$75 / night
Recent Equestrian Reviews in Bitely
23 Reviews of 9 Bitely Campgrounds
Mario F.
Traveler
Manistee National Forest Marzinski Horse Trail Campground
Be simple
Was a quiet. Simple.. Just with nature...Site was clean, across street you can buy firewood ...Was a pleasant 2 night's....From site to the nearest store 15-20 min away..If needed...Had no issues...Be back Thanksgiving 2024..
- Kendra H.Traveler
White River Campsite #1
Dispersed camping area
This is the White River special area of the Manistee National Forest. While there are numbered campsites, there are no facilities or amenities. This is more suitable for tents or maybe small campers. Best access seems to be along 160th avenue south of Arthur road. The road seems a bit sketchy but should be okay for most vehicles. We explored the area while camping at nearby Pines Point campground.
- Marta B.
ScoutTimbers Edge Campground
Owner very rude and disrespectful
Run down campground with rude disrespectful owner. We were attacked over something that was so trivial...a few hoof prints by our trailer where we we told to park. Horses did not dig or paw. She drove up to us and complained that they tore up her grass, which wasn't true. There was no grass to begin with, it was moss. Our ponied stood quietly tied to trailer as we saddled up and then when we came back from our rife and unsaddled. We were with them the entire time....it was a short day ride with a friend who was camping there. Woman never asked or told us to picket. Normal function for horseman is to ride from trailer. I Just couldn't believe it. Told woman we understood and would be leaving and wouldn't be back. She kept running her mouth. I told her to drop it and that again, we would leave and would not be back. Kept running her mouth, and Id had enough and told her to shut up.
cheyanne P.
Guide
Duke Creek Campground
Busy campground with lots to do
We stayed here for only 1 night on a weekend and the place was packed. However, most of the campsites are spaced out enough that it isn’t a big deal. The pool is big, has a playground, a nice store on site with food, games, and camping equipment. The best part about it was the on site horseback rides!
Nicole C.GuideDuke Creek Campground
Great campground
The campground was great, and clean. The park was nice and so we’re all the kid activities! The pool is very nice and the store is stocked nicely. Some of the seasonal kids got a little wild, but the owners were quick to respond!
AbeAndMel_Vantravels ..TravelerManistee National Forest Marzinski Horse Trail Campground
Spacious and clean
Spacious campsites with good visible/verizon service. We did not get service with T-Mobile. It has a pit toilet, fire pits, and picnic tables. Check out our review at Abe and Mel Van Travels.
- SStacy H.Scout
Whiskey Creek Campground
Love it here!
Friendly staff, made us feel comfortable being first timers camping. Very helpful!! Can’t wait to come back!
- VVegan T.Guide
White River Campsite #1
Great camping
There are dispersed options as well as docked site. It’s in a forest, so bring a compass if you plan to do some hiking.
evi L.TravelerManistee National Forest Marzinski Horse Trail Campground
Everything you need
I only spent a night here while passing through, but it's a very nice campground that's specifically suited to equestrians. This established and well maintained campground is free, and you can stay up to two weeks. There's a well kept pit toilet, 21 established campsites w/ firerings, and even a water pump (meant for horses.) Only a few other campers on a Wednesday night, including some people with horses, and all have been friendly. The campsites are all flat and quite large, being that they are meant to accommodate people with a horse trailer, and there are numerous hitching posts throughout the campground. A great place overall.
CameronGuideManistee National Forest Marzinski Horse Trail Campground
My favorite free campsite out of the 8 I’ve been to
So this place is awesome, big time. There’s picnic tables, fire rings, water available, a well maintained pit toilet, and 21 sites! The pine trees are amazing and the road in was super accessible. 20 min to town to restock with plenty of gas stations on the way.
- Tobi W.Traveler
Manistee National Forest Marzinski Horse Trail Campground
Good place to stay for a few days
We stayed here in our van and it was just what we needed. I wish we had a place to dump our grey water, but otherwise it was an easy drive in and had fresh water.
Jeff F.GuideWhiskey Creek Resort
Great UTV , motorcycle,horse riding
General store ,fuel on site small lake, park has a hilly layout. New showers in camping area, meeting area at club house host are excellent.
Clint
LegendDuke Creek Campground
Small sites
The sites were very small at this campground. Our fire pit was so close to our trailer we didn’t dare use it. There is a small playground for kids but not much else to do. They advertise disc golf but there are only 2 baskets on the playground within a few feet of each other. Not an actual disc golf course. There are hiking trails but unfortunately we were not able to use them due to it being hunting season. Won’t be camping here again any time soon.
Arron P.Guide
Hungerford Lake Campground
Rustic camping at finest!
Dispersed camping and camp sites available. There are horse staging areas and hiking trails. The lake is nice, small enough for a kayak/ no motor boat, nice.
- Josh N.Scout
Double JJ Resort
Good and bad
Some fun things for kids. Great pool, never seen a better pool at a camp ground comparable. Horseback riding was fun too. Campground I found to be tight, and it was hard to know where your site ended and other began. Water and electric ports were shared on one site so other campers were constantly on our site hooking up and adjusting. Maybe it was due to weather but the sites were full of dirt and dust that got everywhere over the weekend. My son loved the pool, but this was not my wife and I’d favorite campsite at all
- SSharon S.Scout
Timbers Edge Campground
Nice for horses and hunting
I went in November. Most campers were there on the weekend. Pit toilets, a pond, hot showers but shower room unheated, no dump station,nice size lots. A lot of horses and hunters. Price was good for electric and water. Nice for dog walking. Friendly managers. No cell service
- Bryan R.Guide
Double JJ Resort
Lots of activities right on the ranch.
The back 40 campground at the Double JJ has full hookup sites as well as cabins available for rent. There are 2 water parks on the ranch as well as horseback riding and a river to explore.
- Aaron Y.Traveler
Timbers Edge Campground
Don't do it!
Neighbors right on top of you. Dirtbikes n 4 wheelers flying around causing dust n access noise. Premium Sites might be the way to go though.
- Carol M.Scout
Duke Creek Campground
Very nice
Right across the road from Michigan's Adventure amusement park
- Diane O.Scout
Duke Creek Campground
Family and kid friendly
family owned dog Freindly. Kids have activities hay rack rides and train rides heated pool tent and travel trailer some pull thrus all in all nice place
- Becky P.
RangerDuke Creek Campground
We had the BEST time with the kids!
Your kids will LOVE this place-we had a blast! Train rides, Pool, Scavenger hunt, trails, bike rides, there just weren't enough hours in the day! We should have reserved an entire week! The facilities were spotless, there is a store, gated entrance, nice shady lots, friendly staff, everything was perfect, we can't wait to go back!
- Becky P.Ranger
Timbers Edge Campground
Quiet Getaway!
We stayed here during their Equestrian Weekends several years in a row, great hosts and large lots make this place a nice hidden gem!
- Jason S.Scout
Whiskey Creek Campground
Great place to camp!
Activities, trails, fishing, swimming or just relax! One of our family's favorite spots up north.
Guide to Bitely
Horse camping in Michigan offers a unique experience for equestrians looking to explore the great outdoors with their horses. With a variety of campgrounds catering to horse owners, you can find the perfect spot to enjoy nature while ensuring your equine companions are well accommodated.
Campers appreciate these amenities for horses
- Timbers Edge Campground provides electric hookups and a sanitary dump, making it convenient for horse trailers and campers alike.
- Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite is designed specifically for horse camping, featuring reservable sites and ample space for horse trailers.
- Manistee National Forest Marzinski Horse Trail Campground offers spacious campsites with hitching posts and a well-maintained pit toilet, perfect for equestrian needs.
Most campgrounds have horse-focused amenities like trails and riding areas
- Whiskey Creek Campground is a favorite among families, featuring trails for horseback riding and plenty of activities for all ages.
- Double JJ Resort boasts horseback riding opportunities along with a variety of other activities, making it a great destination for equestrian families.
- Duke Creek Campground offers horseback riding on-site, along with a pool and playground for family fun.
Tips for equestrian camping near Bitely, Michigan
- When visiting White River Campsite #1, be prepared for a more rustic experience, as it lacks amenities but offers beautiful natural surroundings for tent camping with horses.
- Hungerford Lake Campground provides a serene environment with horse staging areas and hiking trails, ideal for those looking to explore the area on horseback.
- Whiskey Creek Resort is open year-round and features a general store and fuel on-site, making it convenient for longer stays with horses.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular equestrian campground near Bitely, MI is Timbers Edge Campground with a 3-star rating from 4 reviews.
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