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Gleasons Landing

Gleason's Landing sign
Gleason's water pump
Gleason's day use
Gleason's landing
GLEASONS LANDING C

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
River Access
River Access

About Gleasons Landing

Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere Marquette River. With a selection of shaded and secluded spots, the campground is perfect for peaceful nature immersion. The Pere Marquette River was designated a National Scenic River in 1978, the first in Michigan, and it regularly attracts many canoeing, kayaking and fishing enthusiasts. The 66-mile stretch of river begins east of Baldwin and empties into Lake Michigan at Ludington.

Number of accommodations: 6

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • River Access
    River Access

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 2

Sites & Availability

6 Sites Available

Site
Price
001, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$30.00
/ per night
002, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$30.00
/ per night
003, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$30.00
/ per night
004, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON
8 guests · Pet Friendly
$30.00
/ per night
GS1, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON
20 guests · Pet Friendly
$90.00
/ per night
GS2, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON
20 guests · Pet Friendly
$90.00
/ per night

Reviews (22)

What Guests Are Saying

Gleason's Landing is a beautiful and serene campground, ideal for families and groups, with well-maintained facilities and a lovely riverfront location. While there were some issues, such as noise from the rental company and the removal of a hand pump well, overall, guests appreciated the spacious tent sites and convenient access for activities like kayaking. Visitors are advised to bring their own water and note that the contact number provided is outdated.

Review Summary

3.9
22 reviews
5
45.5%
10
4
27.3%
6
3
9.1%
2
2
4.5%
1
1
13.6%
3

Brielle H

Verified

November 27, 2025 Stayed at: 002, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

5

Gleason's Landing was absolutely beautiful, serene, and well kept. We camped with our three small kids and look forward to doing so again!

Jeff F

Verified

October 2, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

5

No recommendations.

Timothy M

Verified

September 2, 2025 Stayed at: 001, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

3

it was a nice area, beautiful place by the river with decent fishing. the only problem is the boat/tube rental company, they make noise the whole time you are there.

Jason M

Verified

August 23, 2025 Stayed at: GS2, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

4

We had a group that was on a multi day canoe trip without access to vehicles and the biggest problem was when we arrived there we were counting on the fact that there has always been for decades a hand pump well for fresh water and it was still listed on the site as being available but it has since been removed. Other than that it's my favorite campground I've been going there since I was a child for 40 years.

Wesley M

Verified

September 20, 2024 Stayed at: 004, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

4

It provided all that we needed. Ensure you bring your own water, and know that you have to park and hike to your site.

Kelly K

Verified

July 29, 2024 Stayed at: GS2, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

4

Lovely site! It's well set up for a group, with a lot of flat tent spots, a large fire pit, and 2 picnic tables. A nice little path to the river. Lots of mosquitos, but that's to be expected by a river in a Michigan summer.

Jeff S

Verified

July 11, 2024 Stayed at: 003, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

4

Great spot as always, the area is well-maintained. The only thing that needs improvement is that the phone number provided DOES NOT WORK--and hasn't for at least 2 years. When you call, the line rings but eventually gives a message that "this is not a valid number". There is absolutely no way to contact anyone who has any affiliation with the campsite for any reason, this is unacceptable.

Julia H

Verified

July 8, 2024 Stayed at: GS2, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

5

Great site to stay at if you are kayaking the river like we did. It was great to have our camp all set up and were able to get off the river right at our campsite.

Micah M

Verified

August 23, 2023 Stayed at: 003, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

1

Our site was nice, good space and right next to the river. The pit toilets weren't great, but hey it's a pit toilet. Our evening was lovely, but in the morning someone started mowing grass around 7:30 am and woke us up. He got very close to us and blew dust and debris into our site. Then an older women with a clipboard, I would hope a camp host, waltzed through our site without introducing herself.
Perfectly fine campground, but will not being staying there again due to the weird vibes.

Pratap Sankar N

Verified

June 5, 2023 Stayed at: GS2, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

4

Great spot by the river

Location Gleasons Landing

Address:
Gleasons Landing, Brooks Road
Baldwin, MI, 49411
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 43.8711 / -85.9203

Elevation: 243 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

This campground has first-come, first-served sites

General

Limit 2 vehicles per campsite; a fee will be charged for additional vehicles

General

Limit 8 campers per campsite

General

Click here for more information on the Huron-Manistee National Forests

General

Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information.

General

This is strictly 'pitch a tent' camping. You park and carry your gear (including your tent) to the site. Tent trailers will not work here.

General

Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only. 

General

Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest

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Check in time is 2:00pm and Check out time is 11:00amIt is imperative that you are clear from the site at 11:00am on your check out day so the host can come prepare the site for the next event. Please don't be the group that makes the incoming group have to wait.

General

Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or Help.Huron.Manistee@AmericanLL.com

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