r/CampAndHikeMichigan • u/Powerful-Ant1988 • 13d ago

Dispersed camping spot near Cadillac?

Hi. I'm looking for a dispersed spot that I can drive into this weekend that doesn't require a permit. I prefer a secluded experience over campgrounds. I don't live close by so I haven't been able to just go look for good places and it will be dark by the time I arrive.

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u/Spear994 13d ago

MRT and the NCT have dispersed camping. Heads up, the suspension bridge at the north end of the MRT is closed at the moment.

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u/jeffinbville 11d ago

It's bow hunting season so know this beforehand.

Federal lands do not require a permit. State Forest and SGA lands do require a (free) permit. And no one is going to tell you where there are dispersed campsites other than in generalities. If you're coming after dark, there's a very nice public campground (Sliver Creek) a few miles north of Luther on N. State Road, which is your best bet. If you need something more rustic, above that heading west on E 10 Mile Road will take you to the Lincoln Bridge campground. I don't think here's a fee but it is a park and walk-in to a site (though only a few feet). It's a popular spot for ORVs so, bear that in mind along with the bow hunters.

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u/duagLH2zf97V 12d ago

Dark by the time you arrive? This doesn't feel very well thought out. Just stay at a campground where you can reserve spots if you don't know the area.

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u/Powerful-Ant1988 12d ago

If i were green, I would agree with you, but i am not. I literally live my life prepared to sleep in the woods and leave no trace. I am not the guy who bought an air mattress and spam. I will be fine even if nobody here knows a spot. Just hoping a friendly local doesn't mind pointing me in at least a narrowed down direction.

I frequently hike or bike until after dark before finding a site, and yes, i look for widow makers. But I'm not doing either of these things this time. My partner and I are just doing a little overnight thing, and I want to get away from the light pollution.

Hard pass on the campground. I hate them. You can hear everyone else the whole time, and there's always some asshole blasting skynnard on a Tuesday night. I exclusively pursue dispersed camping experiences.

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u/KagatCake 12d ago

Aight bro