How much does camping cost at White Pine Canoe Camp?

Camping fees at White Pine Canoe Camp range from $68/night. Prices may vary by site type (standard, hookup, premium) and season. Fees are typically paid at the campground entrance.

Is White Pine Canoe Camp first-come first-served or reservation?

White Pine Canoe Camp operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early, especially on weekends and holidays, to secure a spot.

Are there showers at White Pine Canoe Camp?

White Pine Canoe Camp does not have shower facilities. Plan accordingly—nearby alternatives may include day-use areas or towns.

How many campsites does White Pine Canoe Camp have?

White Pine Canoe Camp has 5 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Arrive early for the best site selection.

Are dogs allowed at White Pine Canoe Camp?

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

What amenities are available at White Pine Canoe Camp?

White Pine Canoe Camp offers: Restrooms, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at White Pine Canoe Camp?

Popular activities at White Pine Canoe Camp include Fishing, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

White Pine Canoe Camp

4.17

23 reviews

Featured in:Boating Camping Michigan

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Quick Facts

587 ft

Price

$68/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

5 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

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Real-Time Availability

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Quick Facts

587 ft

Price

$68/night

Booking

Walk-in Only

Sites

5 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Book on Michigan DNR

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White Pine Canoe Camp

$68.00 - $68.00 / night

Campsite Fees

Nightly fee listed as $68/night (source material).

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

4.17

Satisfactory

Based on 23 reviews

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"Reviewers are overwhelmingly positive: visitors praise river access, scenic/wooded and spread-out tent sites, available fire rings and picnic tables, and the well pump water. Common drawbacks noted are smelly vault toilets and that the site is river-access only (difficult or impossible to reach by vehicle)."

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White Pine Canoe Camp

44.2566, -83.4457

Best Time to Camp at White Pine Canoe Camp

Summer is the primary season when water levels stabilize and daily highs reach the mid-70s to low-80s°F with nights in the 50s–60s. The shade from the pine canopy makes midday heat manageable, and the river stays accessible for paddling and swimming. Weekends see more floaters passing through, but the paddle-in access keeps crowds thinner than road-accessible campgrounds. Spring runoff can make paddling trickier, and fall brings cooler nights that require warmer gear.

Best

Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Summer is primary season: stable water levels and mild temps; shade helps.

Planning Tips

About White Pine Canoe Camp

White Pine Canoe Camp sits along the Au Sable River about 15.5 miles east of Grayling, accessible primarily by paddle. The five primitive tent sites operate first-come, first-served at $68 per night. Hand-pump well water, vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables cover the basics for paddlers working their way downriver.

Rustic, paddle-in canoe campground on the main branch of the Au Sable River with five tent sites and a group canoe-camping area.

Weather and SeasonsSummer is the primary season when water levels stabilize and daily highs reach the mid-70s to low-80s°F with nights in the 50s–60s. The shade from the pine canopy makes midday heat manageable, and the river stays accessible for paddling and swimming. Weekends see more floaters passing through, but the paddle-in access keeps crowds thinner than road-accessible campgrounds. Spring runoff can make paddling trickier, and fall brings cooler nights that require warmer gear.

Natural Features and SceneryThe campground occupies a wooded corridor along the main branch of the Au Sable at 587 feet elevation. Pines shade the tent sites, which spread out along the riverbank with room between them. The current here is gentle enough for swimming and steady enough for trout fishing. Herons, osprey, and river otters move through regularly. The forest canopy keeps sites cool even on warm summer afternoons, and the river provides the main backdrop.

Scenic ViewsRiverfront views of the Au Sable River; wooded, shaded campsites (no large developed vistas noted).

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Stay Limit

15-day maximum stay

Tents

Tents are allowed

RV vehicles

RV vehicles are not allowed

Primitive

Primitive camping is allowed

Reservable

Reservations are not allowed

Reservation PlatformsMIDNRReservations.com

Total Campsites5 campsites

Best CampsitesSites closest to the river offer the easiest water access and better views of the Au Sable. Reviewers note the sites are well spread out, so any of the five should provide decent privacy. No specific site numbers are documented.

Amenities available

Rustic paddle-in canoe campground with vault toilets and potable water from a hand‑pump well. Sites have fire rings and picnic tables; no hookups or modern campground services.

Potable water

Fire rings

Picnic tables

Vault toilets

Group Sites

Activities you can enjoy

Primarily a paddle-in canoe camp on the Au Sable River with fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Simple woodland/riverside recreation with no developed trail system listed.

Fishing

Boating

Wildlife viewing

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsRiver hazards: high-water conditions can occur—campers should be mindful of high-water safety. Adjacent state land is open to hunting; standard hunting safety and distance regulations apply.

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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Reviews

From Booking Sources

4.2

23 reviews

Satisfactory

White Pine Canoe Camp is satisfactory, placing it in the bottom 60% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviewers are overwhelmingly positive: visitors praise river access, scenic/wooded and spread-out tent sites, available fire rings and picnic tables, and the well pump water. Common drawbacks noted are smelly vault toilets and that the site is river-access only (difficult or impossible to reach by vehicle).

Review Summaries

Based on 23 reviews

What Campers Love

Scenic Au Sable River access for paddlers; spacious, spread-out tent sites; well pump potable water; available fire rings and picnic tables; quiet and wildlife-rich setting.

Based on 23 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Plan for paddle-in logistics and shuttle points; bring your own firewood and supplies; be self-sufficient (no camp store or modern services).

Based on 23 reviews

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