Manistee River RV Resort & Marina

Stayed in a cabin at Manistee River RV Resorts and it was great. Very clean when we arrived and stocked with all the cookware we could need in the kitchenette. The location is awesome! Right on the river and convenient access to town. We will definitely be making a trip or Two back up next summer.

I just returned from a 4 night stay at Manistee River RV Resort - I definitely recommend them if you're looking for a place to camp in the Manistee area. We were there as their season is winding down, and the only reason I didn't give 5 stars on "Service" was the hours of the office/tackle shop were very limited at this time of year. The park and facilities were very nice, and the tackle shop was very well stocked with salmon / trout fishing gear. We can't wait to return!

Staff was sooo nice... Store and bathrooms both clean and full of useful things. Affordable and close to many fun adventures.... But the best part was that our kayak trip through Manistee adventures ended right at camp so this allowed up to take our time and enjoy the day... Definitely a place to return to....

This is a GREAT hidden gem in Manistee. Honestly I wasn't sure when I saw it was near town, however, once you get into the campground it is quiet and has a great view of the river. My son's family rented a trailer, and we brought our travel trailer. The campers there were friendly. The bathrooms/showers were nice, clean and air conditioned. The managers and staff were friendly and really made you feel welcome! It is under new ownership, and you can see they are making improvements to the facility. My husband and I enjoyed our stay so much we rented a lot for the remainder of the season, and plan on becoming seasonal guests. The municipal Pickleball courts are only a few blocks from the resort. We look forward to many more fun stays at MRRR. Manistee is a nice location to visit and take day trips from.

We have stayed at what use to be insta launch for almost 20 years. Last year was going to.be our last because of.the past owners. We heard new owners bought this year and decided to try again. So glad we did! We just got back from 3 nights. New manager (Ron) is great. We were able to talk and joke around with him, which was not something you could do last year with old owner. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. They are in the process of doing things to make it better. We have a 6 year old and fresh sand was brought in while we were there he loved it. We are excited to see what else they have in store. We will definitely be back. If you stayed under the previous owner and decided not to go back again, please consider trying it again. We are glad we did.

I recently booked a three-day stay at Manistee River resort & Marina, hoping for a peaceful camping trip with my boyfriend. Unfortunately, our experience was far from what we had anticipated, and we ended up leaving early due to how unwelcome and uncomfortable we felt. From the moment we arrived, we sensed a pervasive unease. While the front desk staff were friendly and accommodating, the interactions with other campers were unsettling. Despite our attempts to be friendly and wave or say good morning, we were often met with cold stares and unresponsive attitudes. It was clear that our presence as African Americans was not welcomed by some. To our knowledge, we were the only Black people in the campground. One particularly disturbing incident involved three young men in a truck displaying a large political sign, who chose to dock their boat right next to our tent. While we respect everyone's right to their political beliefs, the placement of the boat felt intentionally intrusive and heightened our discomfort. Additionally, the noise levels at night were unbearable. Cars sped through the campground at unsafe speeds, disrupting what should have been a quiet and restful environment. The lack of consideration for other campers' peace and safety was disappointing. I struggled to sleep during the two nights we stayed. The sense of being unwelcome and the paranoia that ensued left me feeling unsafe and constantly on edge. By the second night, I was sleeping with one eye open, worried about our safety. On the third night, we decided to leave early and stay with family friends nearby, where we felt safe and wanted. This review is not about any specific incident of direct harm, but rather the cumulative feeling of not being welcomed and the pervasive sense of unease. It's important to remember that kindness and respect cost nothing. A simple smile or wave can go a long way in making everyone feel included and safe, regardless of their background or the color of their skin. We hope that sharing our experience can serve as a reminder of the importance of creating a welcoming environment for all campers. Everyone deserves to feel safe and respected while enjoying the great outdoors.