How much does camping cost at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground?

Camping fees at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground range from $17/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is Burton's Landing State Forest Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Burton's Landing State Forest Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Are there showers at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground?

Burton's Landing State Forest Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

Can I have a campfire at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground?

Fire policies at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground: Contact station sells firewood and ice. No other site-specific fire policy details provided.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

How many campsites does Burton's Landing State Forest Campground have?

Burton's Landing State Forest Campground has 12 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground?

Burton's Landing State Forest Campground offers: Restrooms, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground?

Popular activities at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground include Fishing, Boating. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Burton's Landing State Forest Campground

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Quick Facts

650 ft

Price

$17/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

12 campsites

Season

Year-round

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Unknown

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Quick Facts

650 ft

Price

$17/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

12 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Burton's Landing State Forest Campground

$17.00 - $17.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Nightly fee: $17 per site.

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Burton's Landing State Forest Campground

45.3075, -85.3098

Nearby places

Grayling — ~3.5 miles

Nearby supplies

Grayling (about 3.5 miles)

Weather at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground

Best Time to Camp at Burton's Landing State Forest Campground

Summer offers reliably warm weather, with daytime highs typically 70–85°F and nights in the 50s–60s. Water levels stabilize for canoeing and float trips, and the forested sites provide shade when temperatures peak. Expect moderate crowds on summer weekends. The campground is small and first-come, first-served, so arrive early if you want a riverside site. Spring runoff can bring high water that affects both access and river activities, so check current conditions before you visit.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

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Warm highs 70–85°F, stabilized water levels for canoeing and float trips in summer.

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About Burton's Landing State Forest Campground

Burton's Landing sits along the Au Sable River 3.5 miles east of Grayling, offering 12 primitive sites on a first-come, first-served basis. The state forest campground runs $17 per night and caters to tent campers and small trailers, with vault toilets and hand-pump water the only amenities. It's a bare-bones riverside option with a 15-day maximum stay.

Rustic (primitive) state forest campground with small sites mainly intended for tent camping and small trailers; first-come, first-served.

Weather and SeasonsSummer offers reliably warm weather, with daytime highs typically 70–85°F and nights in the 50s–60s. Water levels stabilize for canoeing and float trips, and the forested sites provide shade when temperatures peak. Expect moderate crowds on summer weekends. The campground is small and first-come, first-served, so arrive early if you want a riverside site. Spring runoff can bring high water that affects both access and river activities, so check current conditions before you visit.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies a forested corridor along the Au Sable River at roughly 650 feet elevation. Sites sit beneath mature jack pine and mixed hardwoods, with several positioned directly on the riverbank for water access. The river here flows clear and relatively narrow, popular with trout anglers. Shade is dense enough to cool things down on hot afternoons, and the forest floor stays typical northern Michigan understory: pine needles, ferns, low shrubs.

Geological RegionAu Sable River corridor in Crawford County; northern Michigan forested (jack pine/mixed forest) setting.

Scenic ViewsRiver views from riverfront sites; wooded views throughout the small campground.

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Stay Limit

15-day maximum stay

Amenities available

Rustic, riverside campground with vault toilets and hand-pump potable water; no electricity or showers. Contact station sells firewood and ice.

Potable water

Vault toilets

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Activities you can enjoy

Riverside campground focused on paddling and trout fishing on the Au Sable River; provides access to hunting on surrounding state land. A boat launch and river put‑in/take‑out opportunities are available.

Fishing

Boating

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsHigh-water conditions on the Au Sable River (be mindful of high-water safety). Sites are small and best suited to tents and small trailers (not large RVs). Hunting occurs on adjacent state lands—exercise normal hunting-area precautions.

No Flush ToiletsFlush toilets are not available at this campground. Expect vault or pit toilets only.

No Electric HookupsElectric hookups are not available at this campground. RV campers should arrive with a full battery and plan for off-grid power (generator hours/quiet rules permitting).

No Water HookupsSite-level water hookups are not available. RV campers should fill freshwater tanks before arrival; check the No Potable Water note above if applicable for drinking water.

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Go if

Canoeists and trout anglers who want to wake up three steps from the Au Sable. Grab a riverfront site early on summer weekends; brown, brook, and rainbow trout are in the river, and Kneff Lake is nearby when you want a change.

Skip if

No showers, no hookups, no reservations. If the campground fills before you arrive, you're driving back to Grayling with nowhere to sleep. Large RVs won't fit the sites anyway.

Nearby Campgrounds

Petoskey Group Camp sits within Petoskey State Park, offering four primitive group sites along Little Traverse Bay. Each site accommodates up to six campers and includes a fire ring and picnic table, with a shared pavilion for gatherings of up to 24 people. The camp has vault toilets and potable water from a hand pump.