Can you reserve a site at Peterson Bridge?

Yes, Peterson Bridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Peterson Bridge?

64 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Peterson Bridge?

Yes, pets are allowed at Peterson Bridge.

Peterson Bridge, Michigan — 31 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Peterson Bridge Campground is located on the Pine River in Michigan’s Manistee National Forest. The location on the river makes it ideal for canoeists and those looking to experience the adventure of this swift moving river.

Recreation

With access to the river so close, floating the Pine River is a popular activity at Peterson Bridge. Several locations near the campground offer canoe rentals. Supporting outstanding trout fishing, the Pine River is also a “Blue Ribbon” cold-water fishery. For State Fishing Regulations consult the Michigan Department of Natural Resources website, website http://www.michigan.gov/dnr/.

Facilities

The facility offers several tent sites which are walk-in only. Those tent sites on the river bank can also be accessed from the river.
In addition, the facility offers RV sites with many of the sites at this facility offering shade and seclusion.

Natural Features

The Pine River is well known as one of the most outstanding canoeing and trout fishing rivers in the Midwest. The river gradient is 7% and, depending upon the season, offers the fasted average flow of any river in lower Michigan. The lower 26 miles of the Pine River have been designated a National Wild and Scenic River.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (801) 226-3564.

The facts

Season: April 23 – October 10 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
31 bookable sites
20 accessible sites
Vehicles up to 64 ft
Up to 8 people per site
Loops: CS, RS

Site types

18 Standard Nonelectric
13 Tent Only Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade
Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

31 campsites at Peterson Bridge

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 11:00 AM

Accessible only

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Access	Water	Max rig	People
01	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	53 ft	8	♿ 🐾
02	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	39 ft	8	♿ 🐾
03	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	38 ft	8	♿ 🐾
04	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	51 ft	8	♿ 🐾
05	CS	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	—	8	🐾
06	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
07	CS	Tent Only Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	—	8	🐾
08	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	45 ft	8	♿ 🐾
09	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	64 ft	8	♿ 🐾
10	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	61 ft	8	♿ 🐾
11	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	43 ft	8	♿ 🐾
12	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	55 ft	8	♿ 🐾
13	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	55 ft	8	♿ 🐾
14	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	47 ft	8	♿ 🐾
15	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	61 ft	8	♿ 🐾
16 - HOST	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	47 ft	8	♿ 🐾
17	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	48 ft	8	♿ 🐾
18	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	48 ft	8	♿ 🐾
19	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	46 ft	8	♿ 🐾
20	CS	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	Drive In	—	60 ft	8	♿ 🐾
21	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
22	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
23	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Hike In,boat In	Riverfront	—	8	♿ 🐾
24	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
25	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
26	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
27	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
28	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
29	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
30	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Boat In	Riverfront	—	8	🐾
31	RS	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	Hike In,boat In	Riverfront	—	8	♿ 🐾

Getting there

Please note: Peterson Bridge Campground is located on Highway 3T at Pine River Bridge, South of Highway 55.
From Baldwin, MI: Take State Rt. 37 north about 21 miles to campground sign (just before Pine River bridge). Turn right into campground.
From the north: follow M-37 south 1.5 miles from its junction with M-55. Turn left into the area after crossing the bridge over the Pine River.
From the south: follow M-37 north 21.5 miles from Baldwin. Turn right into the area prior to crossing the bridge over the Pine River.

44.20417, -85.79611 · 44°12'15.0"N 85°47'46.0"W

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Typical weather

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Low °F	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Precip in	2.4	1.8	2.3	3.4	3.5	3.5	3.2	3.1	3.3	4.2	3.1	2.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Peterson Bridge

Can you reserve a site at Peterson Bridge?: Yes, Peterson Bridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Peterson Bridge have?: 31 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Peterson Bridge?: 64 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Peterson Bridge?: Yes, pets are allowed at Peterson Bridge.

Also listed by

Peterson Bridge also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Peterson Bridge's operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Site: $35.00
Walk-in, Riverside: $15.00 per person
Per Day:$7.00
Extra Vehicle: $10.00

Restrictions:

Motorized Vehicle Use of Roads, Trails and Off-road Areas; R904-14-02
Occupancy and Use - Developed Recreation Areas, Dispersed Areas, Being Publicly Nude, Marine Prohibitions, Parking and Sanitation; R904-14-03
Pine National Scenic River Corridor; R904-14-12

USDA Forest Service's own page

Camping near Peterson Bridge

Pine National Scenic River Watercraft Permits (Huron Manistee) 0.2 mi · Permit · we watch it
Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites 6.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sand Lake Campground 7.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Seaton Creek Campground 10.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Marzinski Horse Campground 18.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Low Bridge Canoe Landing 5.4 mi · Facility
Elm Flats Canoe Landing 5.6 mi · Facility
Old Grade Campground 10.3 mi · Campground
Pine Lake Campground 10.6 mi · Campground
Bear Track Campground 12.3 mi · Campground
Udell Trailhead 14 mi · Facility
Hemlock Campground and Boat Launch 14.7 mi · Campground

Contact

Email Help.Huron.Manistee@AmericanLL.com
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-26.

Peterson Bridge