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Monument Campground

Huron-Manistee National Forest, Huron-Manistee National Forests, Michigan

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As of October 2026, Monument Campground is a campground in Huron-Manistee National Forest, Michigan with 9 campsites. Monument Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Monument Campground is located at 44.4336° N, 83.6183° W.

people allowed on 8 of 9 sites: 8
people allowed on the largest site: 16

Monument Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Stay and booking rules

Changes allowed: 2 change(s) per reservation
Campsites held at once: 1 campsite(s) held
Maximum consecutive stay: 14 consecutive nights
Maximum reservations at once: 6 reservations
Maximum stay: 14 nights
Minimum stay: 1 consecutive nights
Tribal discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Monument Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Monument Campground

13591012141619

Standard 9

What an RV fits

50 ft9 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest.

Things to do: hiking, climbing, photography.

All sites at Monument Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the MONUMENT CAMPGROUND loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	8	50 ft
003	Standard	8	50 ft
005	Standard	8	50 ft
009	Standard	8	50 ft
010	Standard	8	50 ft
012	Standard	16	50 ft
014	Standard	8	50 ft
016	Standard	8	50 ft
019	Standard	8	50 ft

About Monument Campground

Overview

Monument Campground was established in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds built in the Huron National Forest. The campground is a fully accessible camping area within a red pine plantation.

Families love this conveniently located campsite, just 15 minutes from Lake Huron off the River Road National Scenic Byway.

Recreation

Campers can access the Highbanks Hiking Trail from the campground or explore the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway that overlooks the lovely AuSable River valley.

Beside the campground is the Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, replete with information about the area's rich lumbering history. Here, visitors can climb through a log jam, use a peavey, cut a wooden cookie with a cross-cut saw, and learn about the life of a lumberjack through video and displays.

Facilities

Pressurized drinking water, vault toilets, trash collection and grills are among the amenities offered at the campground. A host is onsite to answer questions.

In the nearby visitor center, campers can partake in educational programs and browse through the gift shop.

Natural Features

Each site is secluded and shaded with large oak and red pine near the AuSable River. The river flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the great lake, Lake Huron.

Nearby Attractions

Explore the many trails of the Huron-Manistee National Forests and spend time at Lake Huron.

Rules and notices at Monument Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Monument Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

•Occupancy limits apply to your site

•Keep all camping equipment and vehicles within your designated camp site.

•Keep all vehicles, trailers and RVs on camping spur.

•You must occupy your site within 24 hours of the start of your reservation. Contact the Forest Service to request a late arrival or your site may be forfeited.

•Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, and keep noise reasonable all other times.

•Pets must be on leash at all times.

•If potable water is available at your site, please be sure to wash your dishes and clothes away from the water source. If watering livestock or pets, please water them away from the water source. This will help protect the water source from contamination.

•Pack it in, pack it out. Leave the site clean for the next campers. Do not leave trash in fire rings, and do not burry or burn trash or recyclables.

•Be careful with fire. Do NOT leave hot campfires unattended. Make sure your ashes are cool to the touch before you leave.

•You may use downed wood for firewood. Keep fires within the fire ring.

•Fireworks and use of fireworks are NOT permitted.

•Do not tie/tack anything to standing trees, including (but not limited to) horses, pets, laundry lines, garbage bags.

•ORV’s may only be operated on trails signed as open for their use. ORV’s may not be used within campgrounds.

•Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information

•Other rules and regulations apply. For questions, late arrivals, or early departures please contact Lumberman’s Monument at 989-362-8961, or visit the Huron-Manistee National Forests website www.fs.usda.gov/hmnf.

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Monument Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Monument Campground?

Monument Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Monument Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Monument Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Monument Campground have?

Monument Campground has 9 campsites.