Best Cabin Camping near Huron-Manistee National Forests

Manistee National Forest camping is some of the best the midwest has to offer. You do not need a permit to camp on the National Forests or in designated campgrounds. If your campfire will be on National Forest System lands you will not need a wood permit to cut firewood. Dispersed and Primitive tent camping within the Forests is allowed almost anywhere, unless otherwise posted closed and/or "No Camping".

Best Cabin Sites Near Huron-Manistee National Forests (62)

    1. Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park

    17 Reviews
    Mesick, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 885-1199

    $30 - $45 / night

    "If you are looking for rugged, wilderness / secluded camping its probably not your place but for everyone else it's a hidden gem.  

    Nice spots both on the river show and across the road. "

    "Nice little camp store and pizza restaurant on site. Great playground, evening activities. Nice mix of electric hook up, R.V. and tent sites. Boat rentals, etc."

    2. Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins

    7 Reviews
    Wellston, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 848-4124

    $11 - $90 / night

    "This campground offers rustic sites and electric and water and can be enjoyed by tent campers and large RVs. I love the wooded rustic sites!"

    "Nice private campground with good access to ATV trails as well as good proximity to big M for mountain biking. Sites are nice and spaced out as well."

    3. Coolwater on the Pine River Campground

    9 Reviews
    South Branch, MI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 862-3481

    "Nice views, bathrooms will be a bit rustic for some. But we loved the area and space the campground provides. The worms dropping from the trees were crazy."

    "Firewood and ice sold on site for good prices. Decent restrooms and showers with pit toilets around if needed. Large shaded sites and AMAZING people visiting each year."

    4. Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    Wellston, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 848-4880

    $20 - $78 / night

    "Campsites along the lake are high overlook campsites with narrow trails down to the water. Minimal swimming area but ours had a small sand bottom."

    "Campsites are very clean and big, with nice trails to explore. Just a heads up, the sites with "lake access" don't actually have lake access - it's a steep drop to the water. Tumble at your own risk."

    5. Orchard Beach State Park Campground

    30 Reviews
    Manistee, MI
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 723-7422

    "This is a clean and beautiful campground nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan however due to high water levels there is no longer beach access. You need to drive to the beach."

    "older campground high above beach, couple camper cabins. beautiful views of lake michigan. can get to beach by stairs or short drive to beach without climbing stairs"

    6. Pats RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Mesick, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 885-2020

    $25 - $90 / night

    "Hodenpyle Dam lake is a great, quiet area. It close enough to several places which makes it convenient to get in some sight seeing in Traverse City, Frankfort and Manistee."

    "We opted for a spot with electric only. The amenities we took advantage of were great! There are some trails to walk the dogs, lake access, and plenty of spots to enjoy your he views!!"

    7. Peterson Creek Cabins and Campground

    1 Review
    South Branch, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 862-3508

    $45 - $48 / night

    "You can hit the trails from this site. People are super friendly. Very nice bathhouse and heated pool."

    8. Traverse City KOA

    8 Reviews
    Buckley, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 269-4562

    "This KOA is just south of Traverse City and very centrally located to all that makes this area so awesome! Wineries, Sleep Bear Dunes, golf courses, and of course downtown Traverse City."

    "Tents, RVs, and Cabins! Camper’s choice! This place is the perfect spot to camp to get away yet stay close to Home (if you live nearby!). Its great for a traveler as well."

    9. Traverse City State Park Campground

    49 Reviews
    Traverse City, MI
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 922-5270

    "While I typically prefer more rustic camping, this was a fantastic and easy way to enjoy Traverse City."

    "300+ sites, pet friendly, sites for all shapes and sizes. Open year round, with heated cabins. It's a great location, just across from Traverse Bay with just across the road."

    10. Matson's Big Manistee River Campground

    3 Reviews
    Onekama, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 723-5705

    $24 - $40 / night

    "Tent sites are right on the river, they have a boat launch with rentals for boats, kayaks, and even a little fishing charter type deal if you'd like."

    "The owners got up later and helped me in the store because I forgot some water, they were super accommodating! The bathrooms were clean, sites well maintained and gorgeous right on the River!!"

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Cabin Reviews near Huron-Manistee National Forests

378 Reviews of 62 Huron-Manistee National Forests Campgrounds



Guide to Huron-Manistee National Forests

Cabin camping near Huron-Manistee National Forests offers a serene escape into nature, with a variety of well-reviewed campgrounds that provide comfortable accommodations and access to outdoor activities.

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Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Huron-Manistee National Forests?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Huron-Manistee National Forests is Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park with a 4.9-star rating from 17 reviews.

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