Lincoln Bridge State Forest Campground

LAT 44.132798 LONG -85.69121

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(9) $20

This quaint campground is nestled among secluded evergreens on Silver Creek and the Pine River. It is located in Lake County, seven miles north of Luther.

The campground is managed by the Baldwin Field Office.

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This quaint, rustic campground offers nine walk-in campsites suitable for tent use only. Surrounded by a tall evergreen forest, Silver Creek campground is located on the beautiful Pine River and Silver Creek. This campground offers access to many outdoor activities like hiking, mountain biking, fishing and paddling. A carry-in boat launch a short walk from the campground is designed for kayaks and canoes. The launch area also provides fishing access. The Silver Creek Pathway, great for hiking and open to mountain biking, can be accessed near the boat launch.

The campground is in Lake County, seven miles north of Luther via State Road and 10 Mile Road. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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Trails

Silver Creek Pathway
Trail Length: 4.50 (Miles)

Activities (Display as List)

Fishing Item is accessible.
Fishing: Brown and rainbow trout can be found in the Pine River and Silver Creek.
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.
Mountain Biking Item is accessible.
Mountain Biking
Off-Road Vehicle Trails/Routes Item is accessible.
Off-Road Vehicle Trails/Routes: Lincoln Hills (adjacent to campground): 21 miles of cycle/ATV trail and 23 miles of full-sized vehicle ORV route.
Little Manistee (ten miles southwest):46 miles of motorcycle trail and 47 miles of full-sized vehicle ORV route.
Paddling Item is accessible.
Paddling: Explore the Pine River and Silver Creek. Carry-in access is located approximately 20 yards from the parking area. Parking is available for vehicles with trailers within the campground and near the access site to the river.
Snowmobiling Item is accessible.
Snowmobiling
Winter Camping Item is accessible.
Winter Camping: This rustic campground is open all year; however, the campground and seasonal roads are not plowed.

Facilities (Display as List)

Rustic Site Item is accessible.
Rustic Site
Vault Toilet Item is accessible.
Vault Toilet
Walk-in Sites Item is accessible.
Walk-in Sites: All 9 sites are walk-in. The shortest hike in 20 yards and the longest is 50 yards from the parking area.