Gleasons Landing

Huron-Manistee National Forests — lakeside, fishing

Location: BALDWIN, MI, MI

Price: From $30 per night

Price range: $30–$90 per night

Rating: 3.9 out of 5 (22 reviews)

Season: Memorial Day through Labor Day

Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere Marquette River. With a selection of shaded and secluded spots, the campground is perfect for peaceful nature immersion. The Pere Marquette River was designated a National Scenic River in 1978, the first in Michigan, and it regularly attracts many canoeing, kayaking and fishing enthusiasts.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Drinking Water, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/gleasons-landing to be notified when sites open up.

Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere Marquette River, a National Scenic River designated in 1978, perfect for peaceful nature immersion with shaded and secluded spots. Google reviewers consistently praise the clean facilities, decent-sized campsites, easy river access, and abundant firewood.

Wildlife alert: North American Porcupine, American Mink, Common Loon, Ruffed Grouse, Scarlet Tanager, White-crowned Sparrow, Eastern Hognose Snake, Blue Racer, and Midland Painted Turtle documented in the area. Mosquitoes reported by campers.

Insider tips for Gleasons Landing: Book early — this is a popular federal campground with limited availability Some campsites require a walk from the parking area; pack accordingly Group camping area available right on the river

Skip Gleasons Landing if: You need hookups — no electric hookups available; bring self-contained unit or tent camp. You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations only Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Best time to visit Gleasons Landing: Memorial Day through Labor Day — Official operating season for the campground.

Nearby campgrounds: Bowman Bridge (Branch, MI), Nichols Lake South Campground (Manistee, MI), Hungerford Equestrian Group Campsite (Big Rapids, MI), Sand Lake Campground (Irons, MI).

Cell Phone Coverage at Gleasons Landing

Cell signal at Gleasons Landing (BALDWIN, MI): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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BALDWIN, MI, MI★ 3.9 (22 reviews)From $30/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere Marquette River. With a selection of shaded and secluded spots, the campground is perfect for peaceful nature immersion. The Pere Marquette River was designated a National Scenic River in 1978, the first in Michigan, and it regularly attracts many canoeing, kayaking and fishing enthusiasts.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
PetsAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic TablesFishing
Family & Pets
Drinking WaterBoat Launch

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need hookups — no electric hookups available; bring self-contained unit or tent camp✕ You prefer year-round camping — seasonal operations only Memorial Day through Labor Day

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a popular federal campground with limited availability

Some campsites require a walk from the parking area; pack accordingly

Group camping area available right on the river

Best: Memorial Day through Labor Day

Official operating season for the campground

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: North American Porcupine, American Mink, Common Loon, Ruffed Grouse, Scarlet Tanager, White-crowned Sparrow, Eastern Hognose Snake, Blue Racer, and Midland Painted Turtle documented in the area. Mosquitoes reported by campers.

Location

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Getting there →

From Baldwin, take 7th street west 5 blocks to Cherry Street, then south 1.5 blocks to 52nd Street (Carr Road), go west 2 miles to Jenks Road and turn left. Drive 0.4 miles and turn right on Shortcut Road and drive 0.7 miles. Turn right at T junction onto 60th Street and take the first left at S Brooks Road. Follow the road to the campground.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Huron-Manistee National Forests fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Huron-Manistee National Forests before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Gleasons Landing cost per night?+
Gleasons Landing costs $30–$90 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What season is Gleasons Landing open?+
Gleasons Landing is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Gleasons Landing have hookups?+
No hookups. Bring self-contained unit or tent camp.
What is the maximum RV length at Gleasons Landing?+
Gleasons Landing is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Gleasons Landing?+
Gleasons Landing is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Gleasons Landing?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Gleasons Landing is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Gleasons Landing open, and what are check-in times?+
Gleasons Landing is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Official resources

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●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
pollen.googleapis.com
FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$30 /night★ 3.9 (22)
SeasonMemorial Day through Labor Day
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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