Pine Grove State Forest Campground

Star3.50
17 reviews
Pine Grove State Forest Campground
Peace & Quiet

Quick Facts

860 ft

Price

$13/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

6 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

No Service

Pets

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Pine Grove State Forest Campground
$13.00 - $13.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Reported single overnight fee for primitive sites (visitor report). No hookups.
Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00

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What Campers Say

3.50

Mixed Reviews

Based on 17 reviews

13 Google reviews

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"Reviewers praise the campground's quiet, riverfront, off‑the‑beaten‑path character, artesian spring water, and solitude. Common criticisms include very limited capacity (six sites), rough access roads, occasional trash issues, and minimal facilities."

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Campground Map

Pine Grove State Forest Campground

Pine Grove State Forest Campground

45.2446, -84.4460

Driving directionsLocated 12 miles east of Wolverine via Wolverine Road, Webb Road and Campsite Road.
Remote forest roads; last few miles are two-track/rough and can be in poor condition.
Nearby places
Wolverine — approx. 12 miles (west)
Nearby supplies
Wolverine (basic services and supplies
~12 miles)

Best Time to Camp at Pine Grove State Forest Campground

Northern Michigan's forests are beautiful but unpredictable, so pack for adventure in any season. Even summer evenings can bring a refreshing chill under the pine canopy, and afternoon skies may shift from sunny to stormy without much warning. Layer up with warm clothing and quality rain gear—being prepared means you'll stay comfortable while enjoying every moment of your wilderness experience.

Summer(Jun-Aug)
3.5 / 5

Summer offers river access and cool evenings; watch for variable weather and high water.

Fall(Sep-Nov)
4.0 / 5

Northwoods forest and trails make fall foliage and solitude appealing.

Best
Spring(Mar-May)
4.0 / 5
Top 14% in MI

Review signals positive for spring visits; artesian spring water noted by reviewers.

Winter(Dec-Feb)
2.0 / 5

No winter facilities noted; access and conditions likely challenging in winter.

Planning Tips

    About Pine Grove State Forest Campground

    Escape to Pine Grove, an intimate six-site gem tucked into the Pigeon River Country State Forest where simplicity meets serenity. This rustic retreat welcomes tent campers and small trailers on a first-come, first-served basis, offering up to 15 days of peaceful riverside camping with vault toilets and fresh artesian well water.
    Small, rustic state forest campground with six primitive campsites intended for tent campers and small trailers; first‑come, first‑serve with a 15‑day maximum stay.
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    Stay Limit
    15-day maximum stay

    Amenities available

    Potable water
    Vault toilets

    Activities you can enjoy

    Rustic riverfront campground offering opportunities for hiking, paddling, fishing, wildlife viewing, and mountain biking on nearby trails and two‑track roads within Pigeon River Country State Forest.
    HikingProvides access to nearby trails, including use as a stopover for the High Country Pathway and other local hiking routes in Pigeon River Country.
    FishingRiver access to the Pigeon River for trout fishing (brown, rainbow, brook reported in the area).
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    Policies & Safety

    Hazards & AlertsRiver-related hazards (high water and swift current), rough/poor road access, remote location with likely weak or spotty cell coverage, and presence of wildlife including elk and black bear in the broader area.
    No Cell ServiceCell phone service is not available at this campground. Plan accordingly for emergencies and download offline maps before arriving.

    Weather at Pine Grove State Forest Campground

    Reviews

    3.5
    17 reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Mixed Reviews
    Pine Grove State Forest Campground has mixed reviews, placing it in the bottom 85% of campgrounds based on reviews
    Reviewers praise the campground's quiet, riverfront, off‑the‑beaten‑path character, artesian spring water, and solitude. Common criticisms include very limited capacity (six sites), rough access roads, occasional trash issues, and minimal facilities.
    Review Summaries
    Based on 17 reviews

    What Campers Love

    Secluded, wooded sites along the Pigeon River; direct river access for fishing and paddling; clean vault toilets and a free‑flowing artesian well noted by multiple visitors; excellent for solitude...
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    Based on 17 reviews

    Pro Tips & Recommendations

    Arrive early (sites are first‑come, first‑serve) and have a backup campsite plan. Bring all supplies, insect protection, warm layers, and be self‑sufficient. Pack out trash and be prepared for rough...
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    Based on 17 reviews

    Camper Quotes

    "Beautiful, way off the grid ... River access, a pit toilet and spring water coming out of a pipe."; "Very rustic and awesome. Very close to the river."; "The artesian water source is convenient but...
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