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Little Manistee Trails
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Carrieville State Forest Campground, Little Manistee River, Lincoln Hills, Little O Trails, West Branch Twin Creek, Ahmikwan Lake, Little Syers Lake, Stewart Lake, Ingerman Lake |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular campground offers direct access to two separate trail loops - a 46 mile long motorcycle trail and a 47 mile long 4x4 trail. The trails are mostly smooth and easy with light to moderate elevation changes and are clearly marked.
The Little Manistee Trails eventually connect to the Lincoln Hills trails to the north and Little O trails to the west, which make up part of the 1,000+ mile long Michigan Cross Country Trail.
The Carrieville State Forest Campground offers direct trail access and a separate staging area for day use. Campsites are available on a first come, first serve basis. Amenities include a vault toilet and potable water from a hand pumped well but no hookups. Nearby North County Campground is privately owned and offers full hookups and direct trail access.
Overall this is a good choice for dual sport rides or for those looking for a long weekend of riding and camping.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | MI ORV Sticker |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | MI ORV permit required. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (72 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | (maximum width 72 inches) |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Yes | required by state law |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | Some Areas | (permitted in developed campsites only) |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | riders must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | Yes Tent: $20.00 RV: $20.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Carrieville State Forest Campground Fee |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | 1-2 Days |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Baldwin, MI | ||
| From: Baldwin, MI
1) Take M-37 north about 10 miles 2) Turn right (east) onto W Old M-63, continue about 5 miles 3) Turn right (south) onto N Kings Hwy, continue about 1 mile 4) Campground entrance is on the right (west). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Michigan Department of Natural Resources P.O. Box 30181 Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 373-1204 dnr-trails@michigan.gov www.michigan.gov |
| Comment | MI ORV Sticker Info |
| Contact Info | Michigan DNR - Baldwin Field Office 2468 West 24th Street Baldwin, MI 49304 (231) 745-9465 dnr-reservations@michigan.gov www2.dnr.state.mi.us |
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TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 90 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 850 to 950 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | Some | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Little |
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (S) | Old Carrieville Store (231) 797-5411 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (S) | Old Carrieville Store (231) 797-5411 |
 Water | On Site | Carrieville State Forest Campground (231) 745-9465 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (SW) | North Country Campground (231) 745-4410 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (SW) | North Country Campground (231) 745-4410 |
| Campground | On Site | Carrieville State Forest Campground (231) 745-9465 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (S) | Old Carrieville Store (231) 797-5411 |
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