Monument Campground

Monument Campground was established in 1909 as one of the first campgrounds built in the Huron National Forest. It is a fully accessible camping area within a red pine plantation, just 15 minutes from Lake Huron off the River Road National Scenic Byway. Pressurized drinking water, vault toilets, trash collection and grills are among the amenities, and a host is onsite to answer questions. Campers can access the Highbanks Hiking Trail from the campground or explore the 22-mile River Road National Scenic Byway that overlooks the lovely AuSable River valley. Beside the campground is the Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center, replete with information about the area's rich lumbering history. Here, visitors can climb through a log jam, use a peavey, cut a wooden cookie with a cross-cut saw, and learn about the life of a lumberjack through video and displays, and campers can join educational programs or browse the gift shop. Each site is secluded and shaded with large oak and red pine near the AuSable River, which flows from west to east for 138 miles until it reaches the great lake, Lake Huron. Nearby, visitors can explore the many trails of the Huron-Manistee National Forests and spend time at Lake Huron.