Within Manistee National Forest, Diamond Point Campground operates as a minimal US Forest Service facility with just two established campsites. This small-scale setup means availability cannot be guaranteed, particularly during peak seasons when both sites may be occupied.
The campground sits directly on the White River, providing immediate water access for paddlers. Beth C. notes "You could kayak on the river," while commercial canoe outfitters use the site as a launch point during busy weekends. Each campsite accommodates up to eight people and two vehicles, with fire rings and picnic tables standard. RVs are restricted to 20 feet maximum length.
Forest Service amenities remain basic: pit toilets, trash collection, and self-pay fee collection at $10 per night. No potable water is available on-site. Two additional tent-only sites sit closer to the riverbank. The forested setting provides natural screening between sites, though privacy remains limited given the compact layout. Several campers mention the lack of established hiking trails in the immediate vicinity.
The location works well as a budget-friendly river access point for paddlers exploring the White River system. Campers seeking guaranteed availability should have backup options, as the two-site limit creates obvious constraints during popular camping periods.
Description
White River Diamond Point campground is surrounded by white pine forest. The most common use for the site is for canoe launching, particularly on weekends.
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Location
Public CampgroundDiamond Point Campground is located in Michigan
Directions
From Fremont - Travel west on M-82 for 5 miles. M-82 becomes Skeels Rd. Continue on Skeels Rd. for 8.75 miles. Turn left and travel south on Nichols Rd. for .5 miles. Turn right and travel west on Fruitvale Rd./B-86 for .75 miles. Turn right and travel north on Kops Rd. for .5 miles. Turn left and travel west on FR 9304. The site is located on the right.
Coordinates
43.47173252 N
86.21157075 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/3/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
Drive Time
- 23 min from Muskegon, MI
- 52 min from Grand Rapids, MI
- 1 hr 38 min from Kalamazoo, MI
- 3 hrs 41 min from Sheboygan, WI






