Government Landing Access
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens April 1 and operates through November 30. The main access road becomes a snowmobile trail in winter. No reservations; first-come, first-served when open.
Flash Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:26PM EDT until April 13 at 9:15AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
FFWAPX The National Weather Service in Gaylord has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... A Dam Floodgate Release in... Southern Manistee County in northern Michigan... * Until 915 AM EDT Monday. * At 926 PM EDT, Dam operators reported high flows are being released through the Tippy Dam. This may result in flash flooding downstream on the Manistee River. HAZARD...Flash flooding from a dam high flow release. SOURCE...Dam operator. IMPACT...Flooding of areas along the river immediately downstream of the dam. * The nearest downstream town is High Bridge Campground...located about 3.5 miles from the dam. Areas downstream from the Tippy Dam along the Manistee River should be prepared for flooding. Flooding is occurring along the Manistee River.
Flood Watch issued April 12 at 9:03PM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Periods of rain will confine to areas south of a Frankfort to Alpena line tonight. Some of this rain may be heavy at times, especially during any thunderstorms. Shower and thunderstorm activity should taper late tonight into Monday. More showers and storms return later Monday night, lasting through Tuesday night, with heavy rainfall once again possible. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan, including the following areas, in Eastern Upper Michigan, Central Chippewa, Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, Western Chippewa and Western Mackinac. In Northern Lower Michigan, Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Arenac, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Wexford. * WHEN...Through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Government Landing Access is part of the Upper Manistee River dispersed camping system in Manistee National Forest, offering free primitive camping along one of Michigan's premier paddling rivers. This small camping area includes 3 designated campsites, each equipped with a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern hook. A vault toilet is located within walking distance of the sites. The campground is named for nearby Government Island and provides direct access to the Upper Manistee River via a boat ramp, making it popular with paddlers, kayakers, and anglers. The location sees heavy use during the camping season. Campers must bring their own water, as no potable water is available on-site. The main access road follows a powerline corridor that becomes a designated snowmobile trail in winter. The area is managed by the Huron-Manistee National Forests and follows standard forest regulations. No reservations are accepted; all sites are first-come, first-served.
Directions
From Manistee: Travel east on M-55 for 15 miles. Turn left and travel north on High Bridge Road for 6 miles. Turn right and travel east on Coates Highway for 3.5 miles. Turn right and travel south on Dilling Road for 2.5 miles. Turn left and travel northeast on Upper River Road for 2.5 miles to the entrance. From Brethren: Drive 3.5 miles east on Coates Highway. Turn right onto Dilling Road and drive 2.5 miles. Turn left onto Upper River Road and drive 2.5 miles northeast to the entrance.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (231) 775-2421 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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