The entrance has the permits right at the front. Its a manless stand where you fill out the permit place it in the window and put the money in the associated envelope of your permit. The campsites are pretty spacious. There is a dumpster. A water fountain and onsite porterpotties. Great trees for hammocks. The water isn't swimmable but located within 10 mins are water access points. Campsite 4 is downhill and we got flooded and had to divert water but it was warm the rain didn't stop us from having a blast
Riverside Bliss at Black Creek State Forest Campground! Just had an unforgettable experience at the Black Creek State Forest Campground! Nestled along the tranquil banks of Black Creek, this rustic gem in Midland County, a short 3.3 miles north of Sanford, is a nature lover's dream come true. Managed by Wilson State Park, this campground boasts 23 shaded sites, offering a serene retreat that's perfect for fishing enthusiasts and paddle sports lovers alike. The inviting waters of Black Creek provide a playground for fishing Bass, Walleye, Perch, Pike, Trout, and Panfish, creating a haven for anglers right at your doorstep. But that's not all! Paddle sports enthusiasts will find paradise here, with Black Creek offering the ideal waterway for kayaks, canoes, and small boats. Explore the gentle ripples of Black Creek and the beauty of Sanford Lake from the comfort of your campsite. Nature lovers, rejoice! This campground is not just about water activities. The Pine Haven Pathway, a quick five-minute drive away, unveils fantastic trails for hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing. Plus, if you're into fishing, you're in for a treat, as the campground's proximity to the Pere Marquette River means you'll be casting lines in no time. This slice of rustic paradise offers 9 sites perfect for both tent and trailer camping. Keep in mind, camping is limited to a maximum stay of 15 days, ensuring that the beauty and serenity of the site remain preserved. Basic amenities like vault toilets and potable water from a spigot make for a comfortable stay, while the campground's location—11.6 miles northeast of Midland via US-10 E—ensures easy access to both nature and convenience. The best part? No need to stress about reservations! The sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, making it a spontaneous camper's dream. In conclusion, Black Creek State Forest Campground offers a picturesque escape where the soothing sounds of nature and the joy of outdoor activities unite. From fishing to paddling, hiking to biking, this place has it all. Whether you're seeking tranquility by the creek or adventure on the trails, this campground ticks all the boxes. Playground: None Restrooms: Vault toilet Dog-friendliness: Leash and remove waste Picnic area: Table and fire ring at each camp site
Such a great little campground hidden away.
Quiet little campground with Big lots peaceful out there can hear the sounds of the birds and nature callingPlayground: NoPublic restrooms: YesOff-leash dog area: NoPicnic tables: YesBarbecue grills: Yes
A small, wooded campground tucked away on the west side of Sanford Lake, which is empty currently. Scheduled to be a lake again in 2024 The campground is on the Black Creek, which still retains about the same level of water it always has due to it being held back from draining by a culvert at the West River Rd bridge The creek is quite large in front of the campground, approximately 50 yards wide. A popular spot for Crappe fishing in the winter and spring. There's a store and gas station close by and an abundance of state forest areas adjacent to the campground. One can find trails in the forest that go miles north, south and west. When the lake returns, a camper will be able to take a boat out into Sanford Lake from the campground thanks to the rebuilt West River Rd bridge over the creek, which is now large enough for a small watercraft to travel under. This area is treated for mosquitoes, along with neighborhoods in the area. Nice campground, always quiet and almost never full with large lots spread out over several loops.
This is a party park, beer bottles caps all over each site. The low lifes on site 6 were up until 3am. There hearing must go bad when they drink because the more they drank the the louader they got and higher the radio volume got. 09/08/2019 . The outhouse toilet seat are very low to the floor. Very hard to get off the pot if you have bad knees. Never did find the boat launch, banks along Back Creek very steep to walk down. Good luck. Wilson State Park is suppose to manage this park, all they do is collect the money from the steel post at the registration box and leave.
Cute campground. Nothing fancy but it gets the job done! DNR drive through regularly. Restrooms: Outhouses that are generally kept up. Sometimes the campers forget to close the lid. There are a couple sets of outhouses for everyone's convenience. Dog-friendliness: Just keep up on their poop!
Beautiful place for camping!
Crazy. Sept. 23, 2022. Pull up with my camper about 6-6:15pm to find it gated off and locked. So disappointed. Nothing online saying it's closed. Fortunately there was a turnaround that allowed me to get out of there. Bummed.
Love the layout of this campground. Multiple loops off the main camp road. Greatly decreases traffic flowing past your site. Good mixture of spread out sites and closer sites. Most sites have at least partial shade during a portion of the day. Some morning/noon, some noon evening. DNR patrolled or were present, multiple times per day, the 3 days I stayed. 4 stars due to normal annoyances ie. Generators, trash in sites, fire pit nearly full. It really is a nice place. We really need to do better as humans and pick up after ourselves. Oh, and ducks would land in the creek every evening, fireflies were amazing, as well as the bull frogs singing at night. Would go again.
