Scheck's Place State Forest Campground

6069 Brown Bridge Road, Traverse City, MI 49696

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This rustic campground sits on the banks of the Boardman River. Located in Grand Traverse County, just 12 miles southwest of Williamsburg.

This campground is managed by Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park.

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This lush, shaded campground sits on the banks of the Boardman River offering excellent paddling, fishing and bird watching opportunities. There are 30 sites for tent and small trailer use. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is located 12 miles southwest of Williamsburg via Williamsburg Road, Supply Road and Brown Bridge Road. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Shore-to-Shore Trail

This state forest campground is a stop along the Shore-to-Shore Trail, a 420-mile trail system open to hiking and horseback riding, that stretches east-west from Empire to Oscoda with two additional northern and southern spur trails. The Michigan Trail Riders Association assists with maintenance of the trail. Visit the MTRA website to view maps or call 989-723-1425 for more information.

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Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Brown trout are caught in the Boardman River. Nearby fishing opportunities include Brown Bridge Pond (2 miles west) and Rennie Lake (2 miles northwest).
Hiking Item is accessible.
Hiking
Hunting Item is accessible.
Hunting: This campground provides access to state land open to hunting. Firearm hunting is not allowed within 450 feet of an occupied dwelling. Learn more about hunting.
ORV Trails/Routes Item is accessible.
ORV Trails/Routes: ORVs can be ridden from your campsite to access ORV routes. All other ORV use within the campground is prohibited. There are many miles of county roads and designated ORV trails in this area, including the 63.4-mile Grand Traverse Motorcycle Trail (1 mile south).
Paddlesports Item is accessible.
Paddlesports: Explore the Boardman River from the campground.

Facilities (Display as List)

Fishing Pier Item is accessible.
Fishing Pier: The campground has an accessible fishing platform with access to the Boardman River.
Paddle-in Campsite Item is accessible.
Paddle-in Campsite: This campground is accessible from the Boardman River for canoe camping.
Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Water Access Item is accessible.
Water Access: This rustic campground is located along the Boardman River. Please be mindful of high-water safety.