Pines Point Campground (MI)
Pines Point Campground (MI)
Part of Huron-Manistee National Forests
Overview
Pines Point Campground is located on the banks of the White River with several campsites overlooking the river. The family campground includes a loop designed for groups containing five sites with a capacity of 20 guests each. Large groups can reserve the entire loop.Find out how the campground got its name when you tube or kayak the â??pointâ?? and see the majestic white pines standing watch over the river. Fishing is also popular in these waters.
Facilities
Five group campsites and 27 family campsites lie along the river. Each site is equipped with a picnic table, fire ring and lantern post. Drinking water and flush toilets are provided. Electric hookups are not available.Natural Features
The campground is quiet and secluded, surrounded by towering white pines and rolling hills. The White River runs for 23.6 miles on the western side of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Summer temperatures are generally around 80 degrees Fahrenheit.The Huron-Manistee National Forests extend over almost a million acres, including nearly 6,000 acres of wetlands. The forests provide recreation opportunities for visitors, habitat for fish and wildlife and resources for local industry.
Recreation
Fish for trout, salmon and sucker, or float in a canoe, kayak or tube around the point, a leisurely 1 hour float. The canoe landing is walk-in.Nearby Attractions
Hikers can explore the White River Special Area, a primarily non-motorized area surrounded on three sides by the White River.Important Notices
- This facility has first-come, first-served sites
- Limit one vehicle per site; a fee will be charged for additional vehicles
- Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.
Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only.
- Click here for more information on Huron-Manistee National Forests
Available Activities
- Wildlife Viewing - Wildlife Viewing
- Water Sports - Water Sports
- Hiking - Hiking
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Boating - Boating
- Biking - Biking
- Canoeing - Canoeing
- Kayaking - Kayaking
- Tubing - Tubing
Directions
From Hesperia, go west on M-20 for 2 miles to 192nd Avenue. Turn south for 1 mile to Garfield Road. Turn west on Garfield Road for 3 miles. Turn left and travel south on 168th Ave for 1.5 miles. 168th Ave turns into Forest Road 5637; continue on FR 5637 to the campground.
Contact Information
Phone: 231-745-8760
168TH AVENUEHESPERIA, MI
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 002, Loop PINES POINT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop PINES POINT CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop PINES POINT CAMPGROUND , Type Group Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop PINES POINT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop PINES POINT CAMPGROUND , Type Standard Nonelectric
