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The 10 most popular campsites at Pinckney Recreation Area

The hardest sites to book at this park, reserving 96% of weekend nights in peak season (Sep–Nov). Set up an alert and we'll email you on cancellations.

Site 161

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Ranked #1 of 226

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site H4

Best here · 3 tied

Ranked #1 of 226

STANDARD · Sleeps 6

Site H5

Best here · 3 tied

Ranked #1 of 226

STANDARD · Sleeps 6

Site 165

Top pick

Tied at #4 · 5 of 226 sites

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 166

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Tied at #4 · 5 of 226 sites

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 175

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Tied at #4 · 5 of 226 sites

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 177

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Tied at #4 · 5 of 226 sites

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 179

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Tied at #4 · 5 of 226 sites

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 8

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Tied at #9 · 5 of 226 sites

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

Site 9

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Tied at #9 · 5 of 226 sites

STANDARD · Sleeps 6 · Electric

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Pinckney Recreation Area is a paradise for backpackers, mountain bikers, anglers and other recreation enthusiasts. Pinckney is known for its extensive trail system and chain of excellent fishing lakes. Over forty miles of multi-use trail with remote campsites afford a backcountry experience. Pinckney is also a short drive from the Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center in Waterloo Recreation Area.

Phone: (734) 426-4913
Address: 8555 Silver Hill Road, Pinckney, MI
Website: www.michigan.gov/pinckney
Directions: Bruin Lake Campground and Camper Cabin: 21237 Kaiser Rd. Gregory, MI 48137 <ul> <li>From US-23: Exit #49 North Territorial Rd. Travel west 14 miles to Hadley Rd. Turn right on Hadley Rd. and travel north 4 miles to Kaiser Rd. Turn right on Kaiser Rd. and travel east 1 mile. The campground is on the right.</li> <li>From I-94: Exit #159 M-52 Chelsea. Travel north on M-52 for 4 miles. Turn right on Werkner Rd., continue north across North Territorial Rd. (road name changes to Hadley Rd.) and travel another 4 miles to Kaiser Rd. Turn right on Kaiser Rd. and travel 1 mile east. The campground is on the right.</li> <li>From I-96: From the West (Lansing) Exit #122 M-52 South. Travel south on M-52 to East M-36 to Gregory. In Gregory, stay on 106 through town to D-32. Turn left (towards Hell) onto D-32 (Church Street in town.) Continue east about 2.5 miles to Unadilla Rd. Turn right on Unadilla Rd. At the end of Unadilla Road stay left onto Kaiser Rd., do not follow Hadley Rd. Campground is 1 mile east on the right.</li> </ul> Glenbrook Yurt: 11800 Glenbrook Rd. Pinckney, MI 48169 <ul> <li>You must first stop at the Park Headquarters to pick up your keys which are located in a lockbox to the right of the office door. Contact the office prior to your arrival to receive the lockbox combination at 734-426-4913. The address is 8555 Silver Hill Rd. Pinckney MI 48169.</li> <li>From US-23: Exit #49 North Territorial Rd. Travel west 11 miles to Dexter Town Hall Rd. Turn right on Dexter Town Hall Rd and travel 1 mile north to the Park Entrance. Turn left on Silver Hill Rd. The Park office is past the booth on the left. After you retrieve your keys go back to Dexter Town Hall Rd and turn right. Travel 1 mile south to North Territorial Rd. and turn right. Travel west approximately 1 1/2 miles to Hankerd Rd. and turn right. Travel north approximately 4 miles, road name will change to Glenbrook Rd. The yurt is just past the Portage (Hell) Creek on the left.</li> </ul> Crooked Lake Campground and the Blind Lake Campground: 8555 Silver Hill Rd. Pinckney, MI 48169 <ul> <li>You must first stop at the Park Headquarters to check in.</li> <li>From US-23: Exit #49 North Territorial Rd. Travel west 11 miles to Dexter Town Hall Rd. Turn right on Dexter Town Hall Rd and travel 1 mile north to the Park Entrance. Turn left on Silver Hill Rd. The Park office is past the booth on the left.</li> </ul> Silver Lake Beach, Hiking and Mountain Biking Trails: 8555 Silver Hill Rd. Pinckney, MI 48169 <ul> <li>From US-23: Exit #49 North Territorial Rd. Travel west 11 miles to Dexter Town Hall Rd. Turn right on Dexter Town Hall Rd and travel 1 mile north to the Park Entrance. Turn left on Silver Hill Rd.</li> </ul> Halfmoon Lake Beach and Picnic Shelters: <ul> <li>From US-23: Exit #49 North Territorial Rd. Travel west approximately 12 1/2 miles to Hankerd Rd. Turn right on Hankerd Rd. and travel north 2 miles, Halfmoon Lake Beach will be on your left.</li> </ul>