Forestville Campground

About The Campground

Nestled just north of the Forestville Trailhead chalet, this cozy rustic campground offers 15 primitive sites arranged around a narrow loop road. Perfect for tents, vans, or small pop-ups—the tight access road and uneven terrain make RVs and large trailers impractical. Sites are close together, with perimeter spots providing a bit more privacy.

At $25/night, you're camping right at the gateway to 30 miles of pristine singletrack trails for mountain biking, hiking, and running, just 5 miles from downtown Marquette. Open May through October, with proceeds supporting this nonprofit facility and trail maintenance.

  • Tent & Small Pop-Up Sites

  • Campground Amenities

  • Feet from the trails

  • Pet friendly (on leash-per Michigan law)

  • Fire rings / picnic tables

AMENITIES

🏕️ Tent Camping - 15 primitive sites with fire rings

💧 Potable Water - Available at chalet west side

🚻 Vault Toilets - Located near pole building

🥾 Trailhead Access - Direct access to 30 miles of singletrack

🐕 Pet Friendly - Leashed pets welcome

🪑 Picnic Tables - At every campsite

“Wake up to singletrack at your doorstep—30 miles of pristine trails just steps from your tent.”

Check-In & Site Assignment

Upon arrival, complete a Site Card with your reservation details and post it at your assigned campsite. Sites 1-15 are numbered and located behind the pole building—follow the road right from the campground kiosk.

Campground Rules

  • Camp in designated areas only

  • Maximum 2 units (2 tents or 1 camper + 1 tent) and 6 people per site

  • 7-day maximum stay

  • Check out by 1pm

  • Quiet hours: 10pm-8am

Fires and Firewood

Fires permitted in metal fire rings only—do not move rings or build rock rings. Firewood available for $7/bundle (honor system, no guarantee of availability). Payment goes in wood shed mailbox. Recommend purchasing firewood in town. Fully extinguish all fires before departure.

Trail Access & Fees

All trails are non-motorized. Trail users encouraged to support with $10/day donation or annual membership.

Campground Host

Jeff lives onsite and monitors the property daily. Happy to answer questions about the campground or trails.

Contact Info

Campground Info: 906-235-6861 (please review all information before calling) Emergencies: 9-1-1.

 

“Ready to book your stay? Campsites fill fast—reserve online today.”

  • Go to Campspot’s Online Reservation System and use the calendar feature to see if their are sites available for your desired dates.

  • Yes, dogs and pets are welcome at the Forestville Campground. Please pick up your pet and keep them on a leash - per Michigan law. Dog bags are located by the Trailhead Kiosk in overflow parking.

  • There is potable water at the Forestville Campground. The spigot is located on the west side of the Chalet.

  • Quiet Hours are between 10 pm and 8 am daily. Please be considerate of other campers all the time. Be a nice human.

  • Check-out is daily at 1 pm.

  • The campground is usually open from May to October.