Is Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground first-come first-served or reservation?

Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Can I see photos of campsites at Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground before I book?

Yes! Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground has 4 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve.

Are there showers at Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground?

Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground have?

Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground has 31 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground?

Pets are not allowed at Ccc Bridge 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 Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground?

Ccc Bridge 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 Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground?

Popular activities at Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

4.47

171 reviews

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1,106 ft

Price

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Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

31 campsites

Season

Year-round

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Unknown

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Quick Facts

1,106 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

31 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

RV Friendly

Check Availability Official Website

Get Directions

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Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

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Campsite Fees

Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk at each campground.

No campsite fee categories listed.

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(248) 685-2433

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Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

44.6128, -84.9924

Nearby places

Kalkaska — ~10 miles

Grayling — ~22.4 miles

Nearby supplies

Kalkaska (~10 miles)

Weather at Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

Best Time to Camp at Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

Summer brings warm, stable weather with daytime highs around 75–85°F and nights in the 50s–60s. The river is best for swimming, tubing, and paddling during this time, though mosquitoes are heavy in the evenings. Weekends fill early because all sites are first-come, first-served. Fall sees another surge of visitors during deer season, with quieter conditions and fewer bugs than summer. Pack insect repellent for warm-weather trips.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.0 / 5

Summer best for paddling, tubing, swimming and stable weather; reviewers praise summer use.

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About Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

CCC Bridge State Forest Campground sits in a grove of tall red pines along the Manistee River in Kalkaska County, offering rustic, first-come, first-served camping for paddlers, anglers, and ORV riders. The campground has 31 sites with hand-pump water, vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables. No hookups, no dump station, no camp store.

Rustic, first‑come-first‑served campground with tent and small trailer sites along the Manistee River.

Weather and SeasonsSummer brings warm, stable weather with daytime highs around 75–85°F and nights in the 50s–60s. The river is best for swimming, tubing, and paddling during this time, though mosquitoes are heavy in the evenings. Weekends fill early because all sites are first-come, first-served. Fall sees another surge of visitors during deer season, with quieter conditions and fewer bugs than summer. Pack insect repellent for warm-weather trips.

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Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies a bend in the Manistee River where the water flows wide and clear past sandy banks and gravel bars. Mature red pines shade many sites, with some riverfront spots and others set back in mixed hardwood forest. The moderate current and clear water make for easy paddling and trout fishing. Elevation sits at 1,106 feet in the Manistee River valley, surrounded by state forest land that extends into rolling northern Michigan woods.

Geological RegionManistee River valley / Kalkaska County state forest area

Scenic ViewsRiverfront and filtered river views through red pines; mix of wooded sites and open riverbank spots.

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Stay Limit

15-day maximum stay

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

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Total Campsites31 campsites

Best CampsitesRiverfront sites fill first on busy weekends. Sites nearest the river put-in and take-out are most desirable for paddlers and anglers. Reviewers recommend arriving early on summer weekends to claim river access spots.

Amenities available

There are vault toilets. Potable (drinking) water is available from a hand-pump well. No electrical available.

Potable water

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

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Things to do at Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

Riverfront rustic campground popular for paddlesports and trout fishing; also used as an access point for nearby ORV routes and general forest recreation.

Fishing4.0/5

Boating4.0/5

Moderate current and clear water make easy paddling/canoe/kayak/tubing access from camp.

Hiking3.0/5

Hiking and two‑tracks/ informal trails in surrounding state forest are available.

Swimming3.0/5

Informal river swimming and wading on sandy banks; suitable but not developed beach.

Wildlife viewing3.0/5

Signature experiences

Stargazing4.0/5Remote state forest setting and low development suggest good night skies (not directly cited).

Photography4.0/5Bend in the river, sandbars, clear water and tall red pines provide strong photo subjects.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsRiver high-water safety concerns; insects (mosquitoes) in summer; potential noise and traffic from nearby ORV use and generators; competitive demand for riverfront sites on busy weekends.

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.

No Dump StationThere is no dump station at this campground. Plan to use a dump station along your route or at a nearby facility before or after your stay.

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4.5

171 reviews

Recommended

Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Mostly positive reviewer sentiment praising the river setting, well‑maintained rustic facilities, and proximity to ORV trails and paddling access. Common negatives are rustic amenities, noise from nearby trail users/generators, and competition for riverfront sites due to first‑come, first‑served policies.

Review Summaries

Based on 171 reviews

What Campers Love

Frequent praise for the Manistee River frontage, tall red pines, spacious sites (many riverfront), clean vault toilets and working hand‑pump water, and good access for canoeing/kayaking, tubing and...

Based on 171 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Arrive early on summer weekends to secure a riverfront site; bring all needed supplies (no camp store) and cash; pack bug spray; expect a rustic experience with hand‑pump water and vault toilets;...

Based on 171 reviews

Camper Quotes

"Awesome place to camp...well maintained."; "Right next to the trails and the river."; "We sure loved our puppy's first camping trip."

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Ccc Bridge State Forest Campground

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Campsite Fees

Overnight fees ($20 for most sites) and registration procedures are posted at the information kiosk at each campground.

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Go if

Canoeists, kayakers, and trout fly-fishers who can show up early on a summer weekend. Riverfront sites sit right on the wide, clear Manistee, and the current is gentle enough for tubing. ORV riders appreciate the nearby trail access.

Skip if

Comfort campers will hit a wall fast: no hookups, no dump station, no showers, no cell signal down in the valley. Add mosquitoes after dark and generator noise from neighboring sites on busy weekends, and it's a hard sell for anyone expecting amenities.

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