Campground · MI
LAKE MICHIGAN AT MANISTEE
MI · Huron-Manistee National Forests
LAKE MICHIGAN AT MANISTEE is generally hard to book. Across the 6 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in July (9/10) and eases to its lowest in October (5/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.
Booking difficulty by month
Midweek tip: in the busiest month (July), arrivals are lightest on Tuesday — shift your dates to improve your odds.
When reservations open
Booking window
Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.
For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.
Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.
Sites & amenities
- 2 tent-only sites
- 49 RV sites
- 3 accessible sites
- Max RV length 54 ft
Activities: SWIMMING SITE, DAY USE AREA, HIKING, FISHING, CAMPING, BIKING
How much does it cost to camp at Lake Michigan At Manistee Campground?
Fees for the Group Sites are as follows, $55/night for up to 25 occupants and $72/night for 26-50 occupants.
Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.