Red Bridge River Access Site
USFS · Campground · Free
Fast facts
- Cost
- Free
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Hours
- Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless otherwise posted.
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Coordinates
- 44.2839, -85.8617
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The name comes from an old wooden and steel bridge, painted red, that was located at the site. Now there is a modern cement structure. This site provides access to the Manistee River Trail. There is designated parking for vehicles with boat trailers at Red Bridge. There is also parking available at Upper River Road Trailhead for hikers.
From the USFS.
Is Red Bridge River Access Site free?
Yes. Red Bridge River Access Site is free to use. It is managed by the USFS.
How do I get to Red Bridge River Access Site?
From Manistee: Travel east on M-55 for 15 miles. Turn left and travel north on High Bridge Rd. for 6 miles. Turn right and travel east on Coates Hwy. for 8 miles.
Nearby
- Upper Manistee River Backcountry Campsites0.0 mi
- Government Landing Access1.6 mi
- Sawdust Hole Angler Access4.6 mi
- SEATON CREEK CAMPGROUND5.7 mi
- Seaton Creek Recreation Area5.8 mi
- PETERSON BRIDGE6.4 mi
- Peterson Bridge South Campground6.5 mi
- Blacksmith Bayou Access8.7 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.
