Bear Island Backcountry Campsites
USFS · Camping Area · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Camping Area
- Hours
- Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted. Forest quiet hours apply.
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 44.6340, -83.8900
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
A small, quiet campground, this site is primarily used by river paddlers. Located in stands of mixed hardwoods and pine, campers may be surprised by a wildlife visitor or two while enjoying close-up views of the river.
From the USFS.
Is Bear Island Backcountry Campsites free?
Yes. Bear Island Backcountry Campsites is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Bear Island Backcountry Campsites?
From Grayling: Travel east on M-72 for 30 miles. Turn left and travel north on M-72/M-33 for .5 miles. Turn right and travel east on McKinley Dr. Turn right and travel south on E. River Dr. for <.1 miles. Turn left and travel east on Reed Rd. /FR 4836 for 1 mile. Turn left and travel east on FR 4838 for .5 miles. Turn right and travel south on FR 4838 for .4 miles. Turn left and travel east on FR 4836 for .6 miles.
Nearby
- Buttercup Backcountry Campsites1.4 mi
- Gabions Campground2.3 mi
- Mckinley Horse Trail Campground4.1 mi
- Hoist Lakes Backcountry Campsites5.7 mi
- Cathedral Pines Campground5.7 mi
- Horseshoe Lake Campground6.6 mi
- Meadow Springs Backcountry Campsites9.4 mi
- Mack Lake ORV Campground9.4 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
