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Old Grade Campground Introduce
Nestled in the heart of Irons, Michigan, Old Grade Campground offers a serene and rustic escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. This secluded campground is ideal for those seeking a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking your RV, Old Grade Campground provides a tranquil setting surrounded by natural beauty.
The campground features spacious sites with ample room between each, ensuring privacy and comfort for all guests. While most sites are nestled in the woods, a few offer picturesque views of the nearby river. The facilities include clean vault toilets, and the campground is conveniently located near scenic trails perfect for hiking and exploring.
Old Grade Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis, making it a great choice for spontaneous getaways. While the campground is not heavily used, it’s recommended to arrive early, especially during peak seasons like Labor Day weekend, to secure the best spots.
Here’s what some of our guests have to say about their experience:
- "If you’re looking for a QUIET, secluded, and rustic campground, then look no further. We drove here at 1:30 am on Friday of Labor Day weekend and got an awesome spot. I couldn’t see any of the neighbors well at all, which is how I like it."
- "Peaceful, secluded, and beautiful! The bathroom is a vault toilet but cleaner than most. The sites are spacious with room between each site. There are trails very close, and they are beautiful to walk. I highly recommend if you are looking for somewhere to go to unplug."
While the campground is a hidden gem, it’s important to note that the area can be prone to mosquitos, especially near the river. Be sure to bring insect repellent to fully enjoy your stay.
Old Grade Campground is more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience. Whether you’re looking to unwind, reconnect with nature, or explore the great outdoors, this campground offers the perfect setting. Plan your visit today and discover the beauty of Irons, MI.
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If you’re looking for a QUIET, secluded and rustic campground, then look no further. It’s a first come first serve campground and I read online that it was not m heavily used. We drove here at 1:30am on Friday of Labor Day weekend and got an awesome spot. I couldn’t see any of the neighbors well at all, which is how I like it. There’s only like 2 sites on the water though. There’s campsites for both small campers and tents. Only negative: the mosquitos were absolute horrid. The worst I’ve ever seen them. But I think that comes to be expected on a river.
Peaceful, secluded, and beautiful! The bathroom is a vault toilet but cleaner than most. The sites are spacious with room between each site. There are trails very close and they are beautiful to walk. I highly recommend if you are looking for somewhere to go to unplug.
No-nonsense campground on the Little Manistee. Good separation between lots. Lots of mature trees. Clean & supplied vault toilet. Potable water from hose bibb in a somewhat central location.
Depends on what crowd your looking for. I really don’t know how they choose the hosts or why they have hosts? They all act like they own the campground. Obviously they know whoever chooses the camp host. The camp host was very rude and noisy! Two stars bc the campground is a awesome spot depending on the host mood is how good of a stay your going to have. Don’t listen to them about prices just pay what they have priced online so they don’t rip you off. If you act clueless there going to charge you for whatever they can. Sad but true.
I’ve tent camped at this location several times and it has become a favorite with beautiful campsites on or near on the Little Manistee River, wonderful hiking on the Blue Diamond Trail, and a most hospitable host. Water and bathroom facilities are available and kept clean. Wood and groceries are available just four miles away towards Baldwin on SR 37. I’ve camped at 20 different National Forests in eight states during the last year and this is my favorite. Highly recommended!
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