Seaton Creek Campground
Seaton Creek Campground is adjacent to Seaton Creek at the upper end of the backwater of Hodenpyl Dam Pond on the Manistee River. The forest surrounding the campground is mostly pine and the sites are rustic. Kayakers may access the campground by traveling up the very shallow Seaton Creek, however canoeing is not recommended. There is a connector trail to the Manistee River Trail from this site. The North Country National Scenic Trail can be reached by crossing the suspension bridge over the Manistee River.
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At a Glance
Operational Hours: | Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted. Forest quiet hours apply. |
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Area Amenities: | Parking |
Fees: | Camping (per night):
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Permit Info: | Special Use Permit -
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Open Season: | April 28 - October 9 |
Usage: | Light |
Best Season: | May 8 to September 20 |
Busiest Season: | June to September |
Restrictions: | As a visitor to the National Forest, you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forest, natural resources and to provide for public safety of visitors. These rules are available to you on-line or at any office of the Huron-Manistee National Forests. Please take time to read and understand them. General Topic orders apply across the Forests. Applicable Orders -
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Closest Towns: | Mesick |
Water: | Drinking Water |
Restroom: | Vault |
Operated By: | American Land and Leisure - (801) 226 - 3564 |
Information Center: | Cadillac/Manistee Ranger Station |
General Information
Directions:From Mesick -
- Travel south on M-37 for 4.5 miles.
- Turn right and travel west on 26 Mile Rd. for 3 miles.
- At the fork veer right.
- Turn right and travel north on FR 5993 for .4 miles into the campground.
General Notes:
Location - Seaton Creek, Manistee River, Hodenpyl Dam
Nearby Recreation Areas -
- Manistee River Trail
- Upper Branch Trailhead
- North Country National Scenic Trail
County - Wexford
Activities
Campground Camping
No. of Sites | Single: 17 |
Reservation Info | No reservation needed. All sites are first come, first served. |
Sleeping Shelter | No |
Group Camping
Amenities:
- Fire rings
- Picnic tables
No. of Sites | Group: 2 |
Reservation Info | Reservation needed -
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Day Hiking
Backpacking
A 23-mile loop trail is formed with the Manistee River Trail along the Manistee River. The loop trail can be accessed from the Marilla and Upper Branch Trailheads for the North Country National Scenic Trail and the Red Bridge and Seaton Creek accesses for the Manistee River Trail.
Picnicking
No. of Sites | 2 |
Reservation Info | No reservation needed. All sites are first come, first served. |
Amenities
Parking: | 10 vehicle capacity |
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