Marzinski Horse Campground
Campground · 19 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Manistee National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 19
- Bookable sites
- up to 8
- People per site
- 690 ft
- Elevation
Overview
The Marzinski Horse Trail and Campground were developed for the horse enthusiasts, who enjoy riding through a forested quiet trail system. The Marzinski Horse Camp serves as the primary access location for the 18 miles of horse trail.
Recreation
The Marzinski Horse Trail is open to non-motorized use only. They are designed for horse riders but may be used by hikers as well. The trail is accessed by either the Marzinski Trailhead and Campground or the Steinberg Trailhead. Neither trailhead is maintained for horse use in the winter months. The Forest Service and volunteers maintain the trail system, which is marked by oak-routed signs and posts and request that care is taken to keep the trail system clean. “Pack it in, pack it out.” Horse riders are asked not to access the Little Manistee River, which may accelerate erosion and to be careful when crossing adjacent county and forest roads.
Facilities
This campground has a day use area and 19 pull through sites with ample room for horses on each site. Hitching posts/poles are available at some sites. All sites include a picnic table and fire ring. The campground has one toilet building and one well for drinking water.
Natural Features
The campground is located in a white pine stand and offers quiet and privacy between camp sites. The Marzinski Horse Trail passes through mostly mixed pine with some hardwood vegetation types. Topography is mostly flat forested land with some small openings.
Nearby Attractions
Sand Lake Recreation Area
Udell Rollways Day Use and Disc Golf Course
Pine Lake Campground
The facts
- 19 bookable sites
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Marzinski
Site types
- 19 Equestrian Nonelectric
Amenities
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.
19 campsites at Marzinski Horse Campground
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 005 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 008 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 011 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 019 | Marzinski | Equestrian Nonelectric | — | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Wellston -
Travel east on M-55 for 8 miles.
Turn left and travel south on Marzinski Rd. to the site.
44.22562, -86.16148 · 44°13'32.2"N 86°9'41.3"W
Typical weather
Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 30°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 30 | 33 | 42 | 55 | 67 | 76 | 80 | 78 | 72 | 59 | 46 | 35 |
| Low °F | 19 | 19 | 25 | 35 | 45 | 54 | 59 | 59 | 52 | 42 | 33 | 24 |
| Precip in | 2.2 | 1.6 | 2.2 | 3.4 | 3.3 | 3.8 | 3.3 | 3.3 | 3.3 | 4.1 | 3.2 | 2.7 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.6 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 Marzinski Horse Campground
- Can you reserve a site at Marzinski Horse Campground?
- Yes, Marzinski Horse Campground is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Marzinski Horse Campground have?
- 19 sites.
- Are pets allowed at Marzinski Horse Campground?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Marzinski Horse Campground.
Camping near Marzinski Horse Campground
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Contact
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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