Peterson Bridge Campground Sign
PETERSON BRIDGE
PETERSON BRIDGE
PETERSON BRIDGE
Bathrooms

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
River Access River Access

Available sites

10 total sites

About Peterson Bridge

Peterson Bridge Campground is located on the Pine River in Michigan’s Manistee National Forest. The location on the river makes it ideal for canoeists and those looking to experience the adventure of this swift moving river.

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
River Access River Access
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • River Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

10 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 03, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 05, Loop: CS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
⛺ 07, Loop: CS Tent
Paved · Pet Friendly · Full shade
🚐 09, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 11, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 13, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 15, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 17, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 19, Loop: CS RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews (37)

What Guests Are Saying

Peterson Bridge campground offers a peaceful and well-maintained environment, with clean restrooms and friendly hosts, particularly praising Dennis for his attentiveness and helpfulness. Campers appreciate the spacious sites, privacy, and beautiful surroundings, making it a great spot for canoeing and enjoying nature. The only drawback noted was the absence of showers and occasional traffic noise, but overall, visitors express a strong desire to return.

Review Summary

4.6
37 reviews
5
75.7%
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4
10.8%
4
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10.8%
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2.7%
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Carlos G

Verified

July 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: CS

5

Can’t express enough how great our experience was. Everything was beautiful, and we’re blessed to have found this gem of a campsite. The highlight of our trip was meeting Dennis the campground manager. Dennis was very kind to us, and truly made our experience that much better. Very helpful and good man. We can’t wait to go back.

Reece S

Verified

June 26, 2025 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: CS

4

Well shaded sites right next to the river or a short walk to it. Not a ton of sites, so not a ton of people to deal with. Stayed fairly quiet when we were there in June.

Came here to drive up to sleeping bear dunes (scenic 1 hour drive, so not too hateful) and canoed Pine River with Pine River Paddle Sports, which is basically just across the street! They offer a shuttle or just let you rent the boat and take it with you for the day (or more). I wish there was showers, but bathing in Lake Michigan with some biodegradable soap or using the sink in the bathroom to freshen up are two pretty ok options.

kari k

Verified

October 14, 2024 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: CS

4

Tent camp site # 9. Large site. I could have parked 2 cars and put my 10 x 10 tent on just the asphalt pad. Site was well maintained with plenty of dirt space for tent, screen tent, assorted chairs and such. Space to put a hammock as well. Bathroom was clean (no shower though - only negative). There are also lots of vault toilets' that I did not use. Camp host was GREAT. He watches the campground to greet all people, tells all the rules, how to maintain clean water in the campground, answers questions, tells you where you can go to get a shower, tells people who are not supposed to be there to leave. Only reason not 5 stars is no showers onsite. Would I camp here again. YES.

jim v

Verified

September 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 13, Loop: CS

5

This is a beautiful setting, where relaxing and enjoying the peaceful sounds of the river washed away all the anxiety one may have! Next time I will definitely bring the kayaks!

Dion R

Verified

August 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: CS

3

Very clean campground, probably the cleanest we've ever stayed at. This is due to the most attentive host that we have ever encountered, Dennis went above and beyond to make our stay the best possible. The only reason that I only gave the campground a "good" rating is because of the noise as traffic crossed the bridge. Other than that it was a wonderful experience.

Luke J

Verified

July 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 01, Loop: CS

5

THe host was great. Grounds and flush toilets were spotless. The river was a little on the cold side.

Sally D

Verified

May 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: CS

5

The camp host Dennis was so helpful. He offered me bottled water because the water could not be turned on yet but I had brought my own bottled water. He loaded and unloaded my generator for me. Which was over and above. Site was clean. Quiet campground!

Dan P

Verified

August 28, 2023 • Stayed at: 03, Loop: CS

5

Very clean, and camp host was friendly and professional.

Cherri D

Verified

October 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 09, Loop: CS

5

Camp hosts (Dennis and Tay) were very nice and provided a lot of helpful information regarding the surrounding area. The park was very clean and well maintained. We will definitely be back next camping season.

Sandra M

Verified

July 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: CS

5

Quiet and clean, camp hosts polite, friendly and helpful.

Location & Directions for Peterson Bridge

Highway 3 T @ Pine River Bridge, South Of Highway 55, Wellston, MI 49689 United States

Elevation: 245 ft

Getting There

Please note: Peterson Bridge Campground is located on Highway 3T at Pine River Bridge, South of Highway 55.<br />
From Baldwin, MI: Take State Rt. 37 north about 21 mi to campground sign (just before Pine River bridge). Turn right into campground....

Nearest town

Wellston, MI - 9.8 mi

About 12 min to downtown

Highway access

Peterson Bridge Campground is accessible via M-37, which is approximately 1.5 miles south of the junction with M-55. State Rt. 37 also provides access from Baldwin, MI, about 21 miles away.

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Last updated: October 20, 2026

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