Is Stoney Creek Trail Camp first-come first-served or reservation?

Stoney Creek Trail Camp operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

What is the best time to visit Stoney Creek Trail Camp?

Stoney Creek Trail Camp is open Open year-round; campground and seasonal roads are not plowed (winter access limited).. The best time to visit depends on your preferences—summer offers the warmest weather and most activities, while spring and fall provide fewer crowds and milder temperatures. Check current conditions before your trip.

Are there showers at Stoney Creek Trail Camp?

Stoney Creek Trail Camp does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does Stoney Creek Trail Camp have?

Stoney Creek Trail Camp has 9 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at Stoney Creek Trail Camp?

Pets are not allowed at Stoney Creek Trail Camp. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Stoney Creek Trail Camp?

Stoney Creek Trail Camp offers: Restrooms, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Stoney Creek Trail Camp?

Popular activities at Stoney Creek Trail Camp include Hiking. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Stoney Creek Trail Camp

4 reviews

Featured in:Hiking Camping Michigan

Quick Facts

794 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

9 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Quick Facts

794 ft

Price

Varies

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

9 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

RV Friendly

Check Availability Official Website

Get Directions

Stoney Creek Trail Camp

No fees available

Campsite Fees

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

No paid fee categories listed.

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Provider

(231) 625-2522

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Stoney Creek Trail Camp

45.4065, -84.4400

Nearby places

Indian River — 12 miles

Aloha State Park — 10 miles

Weather at Stoney Creek Trail Camp

Best Time to Camp at Stoney Creek Trail Camp

Fall delivers the best trail conditions and scenery. Late September through October sees daytime highs of 50–65°F and cool nights in the 30s–40s, ideal for riding and hiking under peak foliage. Bugs and crowds thin out compared to summer. Weekdays are especially quiet. The campground stays open year-round, but winter access is difficult. Roads and paths aren't plowed.

Best

Fall(Sep-Nov)

4.0 / 5

Fall cited as best season; 'brilliant' foliage and ideal trail conditions for riding/hiking.

Planning Tips

Operating Season: Open year-round; campground and seasonal roads are not plowed (winter access limited).

About Stoney Creek Trail Camp

Stoney Creek Trail Camp sits along the Shore-to-Shore Trail in Cheboygan County's hardwood forests, offering nine primitive sites and vault toilets. The first-come, first-served campground draws riders and hikers seeking a quiet base for trail access, though reviews are mixed. Some praise its rustic, little-known character while others call it unkempt.

A rustic equestrian state forest campground with tent and trailer/RV accessible sites and a separate large group site.

Weather and SeasonsFall delivers the best trail conditions and scenery. Late September through October sees daytime highs of 50–65°F and cool nights in the 30s–40s, ideal for riding and hiking under peak foliage. Bugs and crowds thin out compared to summer. Weekdays are especially quiet. The campground stays open year-round, but winter access is difficult. Roads and paths aren't plowed.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies hardwood forest at 794 feet elevation near Indian River. Fall brings brilliant colors to the surrounding maple and oak canopy. The Shore-to-Shore Trail and Stoney Creek Equestrian Trail intersect here, winding through northern Michigan woodlands. The site sits about 10 miles from Aloha State Park.

Geological RegionCheboygan County, northern Michigan

Scenic ViewsWooded hardwood forest setting.

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Stay Limit

15-day maximum stay

Amenities available

Rustic equestrian campground with basic facilities: vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well (additional water pump can be run by a 3,500-watt generator). Sites are first-come, first-serve; there is a large group area (capacity 100) and a 15-day maximum stay. No reservations or modern campground services are provided on site.

Potable water

Vault toilets

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Activities you can enjoy

Primarily an equestrian and trail-focused campground serving riders on the Shore-to-Shore Trail and the Stoney Creek Equestrian Trail; it also provides access to surrounding state forest lands. The site is open year-round but seasonal roads and the campground are not plowed in winter.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsSeasonal roads and campground are not plowed in winter (limited winter access). Nearby state land is open to hunting (see regulation: firearm hunting not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling).

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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4 reviews

Limited Reviews

Stoney Creek Trail Camp has limited reviews, placing it in the bottom % of campgrounds based on reviews

Very small sample of Google reviews (two): one positive review praising the campground's rustic, little-known character; one negative review calling it 'janky' and implying it may be unkempt.

Review Summaries

Based on 4 reviews

What Campers Love

Quiet, rustic, little-known site appreciated by campers looking for a primitive, low-traffic experience.

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Horse riders and hikers using the Shore-to-Shore or Stoney Creek Equestrian Trail who want a quiet, low-traffic base camp in peak fall foliage, late September through October hits 50–65°F days and thin crowds.

Skip if

Condition-sensitive campers may find it unkempt, at least one reviewer called it 'janky.' No showers, no hookups, no reservations, and T-Mobile users may have no signal at all.

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