How do I find last-minute availability at Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites?

Cancellations happen frequently at Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites have?

Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites has 11 campsites.

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Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites

Huron-Manistee National Forest, Huron-Manistee National Forests, Michigan

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Notices from Recreation.gov

Camping or leaving camping equipment (such as, but not limited to tents, camper trailers and/or tarps) is allowed in the same location for up to sixteen (16) days. After sixteen (16) days the camp and equipment MUST be moved off of Forest Service System lands OR to another location that is at least five (5) miles away.

•Reservations are limited to 3 days per reservation.
•Reservations are required from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 23, 2026. Check Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Campsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) heldMaximum consecutive stay: 3 consecutive nightsMaximum stay: 14 nightsMinimum stay: 1 consecutive nightsTribal discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites, read on August 23, 2026.