Can you reserve a site at Pines Point Campground (MI)?

Yes, Pines Point Campground (MI) is reservable through Recreation.gov.

What is the maximum RV length at Pines Point Campground (MI)?

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

Are pets allowed at Pines Point Campground (MI)?

Yes, pets are allowed at Pines Point Campground (MI).

Pines Point Campground (MI), Michigan — 5 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

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 around the point and see the majestic white pines standing watch over the river. Fishing is also popular in these waters.

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.

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.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

Hikers can explore the White River Special Area, a primarily non-motorized area surrounded on three sides by the White River.

The facts

Season: May 13 – October 10 — USDA Forest Service, Aug 24, 2026
5 bookable sites
Vehicles up to 80 ft
Up to 50 people per site
Loops: PINES POINT CAMPGROUND

Site types

3 Standard Nonelectric
2 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

Shade
Pets allowed

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

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5 campsites at Pines Point Campground (MI)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 1:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
001	PINES POINT CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	80 ft	8	🐾
002	PINES POINT CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	80 ft	8	🐾
003	PINES POINT CAMPGROUND	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	80 ft	50	🐾
004	PINES POINT CAMPGROUND	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	80 ft	50	🐾
005	PINES POINT CAMPGROUND	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	80 ft	8	🐾

Getting there

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.

43.52778, -86.11944 · 43°31'40.0"N 86°7'10.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 82°F in Jul, down to 31°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	31	33	44	56	68	78	82	80	73	60	46	36
Low °F	14	14	21	31	42	52	56	55	48	37	28	21
Precip in	2.3	1.6	2.0	3.9	3.6	3.5	3.0	3.1	3.1	4.3	2.9	2.6

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 4.4 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 Pines Point Campground (MI)

Can you reserve a site at Pines Point Campground (MI)?: Yes, Pines Point Campground (MI) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Pines Point Campground (MI) have?: 5 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Pines Point Campground (MI)?: 80 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Pines Point Campground (MI)?: Yes, pets are allowed at Pines Point Campground (MI).

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Pines Point Campground (MI) also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Pines Point Campground (MI)'s operator.

USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026

Single Site: $30.00
Group Site: $100.00
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
Karner Blue Butterfly/White River Area; R904-14-16

USDA Forest Service's own page

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Contact

Phone 231-745-8760
Email Help.Huron.Manistee@AmericanLL.com
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-07-03.

Pines Point Campground (MI)