Free Camping in Michigan

"Free dispersed camping at Hiawatha – Big Knob FS 2253 in Michigan. Mixed woods near Lake Michigan with informal pullouts and some level clearings near Big Knob. Primitive conditions with no hookups or trash service. Bugs in early summer Arrive early

"Free dispersed camping around Hiawatha NF Michigan. Mixed woods and Great Lakes shorelines with space for established pullouts and a few level clearings by Rapid River. Primitive conditions with no trash pickup or hookups. Bugs early summer Arrive early to claim a legal

Primitive tent camping along North Country Trail in Huron-Manistee NF (where allowed). Leave no trace.

Dispersed-style camping along the Au Sable River corridor (where permitted). River views and pine forests.

Backcountry tent camping at Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness area. Sand, wind, and high demand in summer.

Forest road pullouts with primitive camping opportunities. Check local restrictions and seasons.

Dispersed camping near Baldwin in Manistee NF. Popular ORV region; noise possible.

Backcountry tent camping along Pictured Rocks corridor (where designated). Permits required.

Primitive/dispersed-style camps near the Lake Superior shoreline (where permitted). Cool nights; windy.

Primitive tent camping in state forest lands around Otsego area. Verify rules.

Two-track pullouts and primitive clearings on state forest lands. Pack out all waste; stay on durable surfaces.

Remote primitive pullouts in the Keweenaw Peninsula region. Mud possible; seasonal access.

River & pine forest. Pullouts along River Rd & side roads.

Lake Superior views & old-growth. Pullouts along forest roads outside park.

Bobcat Lake is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 5.8 miles SW of Marenisco. It has approximately 12 campsites and about 1574 ft elevation.

River & pine forest. Pullouts along River Rd & side roads.

Lake Superior views & old-growth. Pullouts outside park boundaries.

Bowman Bridge is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 4.5 miles W of Baldwin. It has approximately 40 campsites. Reported amenities include restrooms, playground. Typical operating season: mid may-mid oct.

Autrain Lake is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 2.5 miles S of Au Train. It has approximately 80 campsites. Reported amenities include restrooms, playground. Typical operating season: mid may-late sep.

Bay Furnace is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 3.6 miles NW of Munising. It has approximately 71 campsites. Reported amenities include dump station, vault toilets, drinking water, restrooms, playground. Typical operating season: mid may-late sep.

Bay View is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 5.8 miles NW of Raco. It has approximately 24 campsites. Reported amenities include vault toilets, drinking water, restrooms, playground. Typical operating season: mid may-mid oct.

Bear Track is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 5.7 miles W of Irons. It has approximately 27 campsites.

Benton Lake is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 10.1 miles NW of White Cloud. It has approximately 66 campsites.

Black River Harbor is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 15.5 miles N of Ironwood. It has approximately 40 campsites. Reported amenities include dump station, restrooms. Typical operating season: early june - late sept.

Bob Lake is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 10.8 miles SE of Mass City. It has approximately 17 campsites. Reported amenities include vault toilets, drinking water.

Brevort Lake is a national forest campground in Michigan, about 2.3 miles S of Moran. It has approximately 84 campsites. Reported amenities include dump station, restrooms. Typical operating season: early jun-late sep.