Black Creek State Forest Campground

Location: Saginaw Road & W. River Road -- Sanford, Michigan 48657. Click HERE for map.

Description: 23 sites for tent and small trailer use, 3 of which will accommodate 40-ft vehicle/trailer. Located on Black Creek with access to many lakes and rivers with good fishing and recreation opportunities. Rustic campground includes vault toilets and potable water from well hand pump. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations. $10 camping fee per night.

We didn't have too much luck at this campground, so I can't really be too objective. It wasn't our first choice of places to camp. We tried another location, but it was filled up, so this was our backup plan. After getting lost and about 2 hours of looking for the place, we finally made it at around 11pm. Anyone who's been camping knows it's no fun setting up camp in the middle of the night. We eventually got setup, but then had problems getting a fire started (wood was a little damp). It was also a cold night and Kara ended up getting sick because of it. Early the next morning we were awoken by a DNR ranger. It seems we forgot to put our money in the drop slot. When we got up we also noticed that some racoons hadn't gotten into a few things we left out. So we packed up and headed out early.
So basically, the campground may not have been too bad, but our experience was.


Grade: C-

Date Visited: July 24, 2004