Free Camping Collection
Public Campground
White River Campsite #1
White River Campsite #1 is located in the Huron-Manistee National Forests, featuring forested terrain with the White River nearby. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 80°F in summer. Campers can explore the nearby Lake Michigan shoreline and the White River Light Station Museum.
Description
The 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.
Detours Nearby

Meinert County Park
37 min away

Benton Lake Campground
44 min away
Drive Time
- 50 min from Muskegon, MI
- 1 hr 19 min from Grand Rapids, MI
- 2 hrs 4 min from Kalamazoo, MI
- 3 hrs 51 min from Sheboygan, WI
Location
White River Campsite #1 is located in Michigan
Coordinates
43.49947735 N
86.14547528 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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