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

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

Available sites

6 total sites

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.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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6 Sites Available

Site
Price
⛺ 001, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 002, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 003, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 004, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ GS1, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Yes shade
⛺ GS2, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Full shade

Reviews (25)

What Guests Are Saying

Gleason's Landing is a beautiful and serene camping spot with great fishing opportunities along the river, making it a favorite for many visitors. However, it's important to note that there is no drinking water available, contrary to the online description, so guests should bring their own. The site is well maintained, with good facilities, including vault toilets, and is accessible only by hiking in.

Review Summary

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andy h

Verified

October 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

5

Wonderful spot

Deanna A

Verified

October 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

5

I love this campground. Bathrooms are kinda icky but it's small and spread out, and there is a small beach by the river to drag the kayaks out on or to just wade around. It's a walk in so super quiet which is a must for tent camping. Nothing like the lovely sound of an RV generator to ruin a morning, lol. Lovely place if you like to feel like you hiked in but don't really want to deal with dragging all your stuff around :P.

Mary W

Verified

September 12, 2020 • Stayed at: GS1, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

4

The site was beautiful and well kept. The campground host was excellant!

Michael S

Verified

January 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

1

The campground is amazing, but I was swarmed by hundreds of mosquitos nonstop from the moment I got out of my truck. I set up my tent and fished for about 45 minutes, but couldn’t take the constant attacks, so I sought refuge in my truck, then ran to my tent and quickly stripped off my waders and contemplated for about an hour before packing up and leaving. In all, I was at Gleason’s for 6 hours after a 6 hour drive. Again, the campground and river are incredible, but the mosquitos drove me crazy.

Curt B

Verified

January 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 003, Loop: GLEASONS LANDING/HURON

3

I went here in August. It's a beautiful area on a river without too much traffic. The trouble was mosquitoes descended upon me in a terrifying manner and 99% deet bug repellent only deterred the weakest of them. I ended up leaving early. This could have just been a seasonal thing, or due to weather leading up to my time there. In any case, bring a screened canopy if you choose to stay here. That or just be tougher than I.

Location & Directions for Gleasons Landing

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

Elevation: 243 ft

Getting There

From Baldwin, take 7th street west 5 blocks to Cherry Street, then south 1.5 blocks to 52nd Street (Carr Road), go west 2 mi to Jenks Road and turn left. Drive 0.4 mi and turn right on Shortcut Road and drive 0.7 mi. Turn right at T junction onto ...

Nearest town

Baldwin, MI - 5.2 mi

About 9 min to downtown

Highway access

Gleasons Landing is accessible via M-37, which is approximately 12 miles to the east of Baldwin. There is no direct access from major interstates or freeways within 25 miles.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

2PM

Check out time

11AM

General

  • This campground has first-come, first-served sites
  • Limit 2 vehicles per campsite; a fee will be charged for additional vehicles
  • Limit 8 campers per campsite
  • Click here for more information on the Huron-Manistee National Forests
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Any accepted senior passes must be entered for the discount at the time of booking for single sites only. 
  • Check out the forest's campground description for specific information to Fish Your National Forest
  • It is imperative that you are clear from the site 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.
  • Customer Service Contact 801-226-3564 or [email protected]

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Last updated: October 19, 2026

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