| Location | Manistee, Michigan |
|---|---|
| Nightly rate (listed) | From $30/night |
| Guest rating | 4.0 / 5 (44 reviews) |
| Maximum RV length | 65 ft (longest listed site) |
| Hookups | None listed |
| RV sites | 28 |
| Pets allowed | Yes |
| Boat ramp | Yes |
| Book on | Recreation.gov |
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Closest stays by type. Distances are straight-line from Nichols Lake South Campground, not driving.
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights10 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights19 sites open for every night
Available Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 2 nights8 sites open for every nightThis weekend · Not yet releasedRecreation.gov hasn't opened these dates yet
Nichols Lake South Campground is a Recreation.gov campground in Manistee. It lists 28 RV or RV/tent sites for rigs up to 65 ft. Listed amenities include a boat ramp and a fishing pier or dock, and pets are allowed.
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Availability checked Oct 12 on Recreation.gov. Rates are the provider's nightly rates; totals are estimates before taxes & fees.
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| Site | Fr 30 | Sa 31 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 02 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 03 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 25 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 21 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 22 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 17 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 13 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 04 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 11 standard nonelectric |
Verbatim from guest reviews on Recreation.gov ↗ (44 reviews, ★ 4.0). Not written or edited by us.
“One of the best campgrounds of its kind in the state. Large campsites, peaceful setting, and a great campground host. We go frequently every summer. The bathrooms with proper flush toilets and a shower is also great!”
“North Country hiking trail going past the campground was a positive.”
“We enjoyed the facilities. The kids loved the lake and there is a good hiking trail (North Country Trail) going past the campground for those that want hiking options.”
This weekend (Fri, Oct 30 – Sun, Nov 1): Book online. Reservations online on Recreation.gov — open dates and rates come from the booking site.
Longest RV site listed: 65 ft. Unsure if your rig fits? Check it in the Rig Fit tool
Nichols Lake South Campground sits on the lake's southern shore inside the Huron-Manistee National Forests, offering a compact, well-served base for water-focused recreation. The campground contains 28 sites, each on a paved spur and sized to accommodate both RVs and tents; every site includes a picnic table and a fire ring. You'll find drinking water, flush toilets and coin (or free check current info) showers on site, and a wood ramp and stairs that lead down to the water along with a short lakeside path for shore fishing. A small sandy swimming beach and an accessible fishing pier are available; swimming areas are marked with buoys but there are no lifeguards, and ice fishing is a common winter activity. A paved boat launch at the campground makes it easy to get a bass boat or kayak on the water. Fishing and trail access are two of the campground's strongest draws. Nichols Lake is about 160 acres and supports bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, black crappie and northern pike, with shore, pier and boat fishing options. The North Country National Scenic Trail runs through the site near the boat ramp, linking you into long-distance routes as well as shorter day hikes for different levels of experience. The campground is roughly a short drive west from M-37 between Baldwin and White Cloud; the small towns of Woodland, Bitely and Brohman lie only about two miles to the south for supplies. For current fees, reservation windows, seasonal openings and any vehicle or length restrictions, check the U.S. Forest Service site or recreation.gov before you go. In the wider Huron-Manistee forest you'll also find opportunities for auto touring, biking, horseback riding, OHV routes, interpretive programs and wildlife viewing if you want to expand beyond the lake.
| Agency / operator | Not listed |
|---|---|
| Booking | Recreation.gov [Recreation.gov] |
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| – |
| $30 |
| 27 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 16 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 12 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 15 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 09 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 06 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 23 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 01 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 05 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 07 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 24 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 19 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 26 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 10 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 18 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 28 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 20 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
| 14 standard nonelectric | – | – | $30 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
| Max RV / trailer length |
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| Not listed |
| Bear storage | Not listed |
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| Season | Not listed |
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| Hookups | Not listed |
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Sources: Recreation.gov — Nichols Lake South Campground. "Not listed" means no source we use states it.
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