New to 2025
Referral System:
Previous attendees may refer their friends that haven’t been to Forest Trail before. Both earn an exclusive merch bundle. (Details on ticket info)
Volunteer Changes:
All volunteers must purchase an Early Admission upgrade along with their General Admission to gain entry. All Volunteer Early Admission Upgrades will be fully refunded in cash upon shift sign-up at the volunteer meeting on Thursday, August 21st @ 6:00pm.
*2025 Camping Info*
If you are bringing a 20+ foot Camper or RV, you MUST purchase a Camper/RV pass separately ahead of time.
Simply add the RV pass to the cart before checking out.
IF YOU DO NOT HAVE AN RV/CAMPER PASS ON YOUR ORDER, YOU CAN NOT BRING A LARGE CAMPER/RV!
These are very limited in numbers to due to limited space, so please plan on purchasing them well in advance.
Kids age 12 and under are FREE at the Front Gate!
“The atmosphere was so welcoming and relaxing, the music was phenomenal and I hope you do it again next year! I had a great time!”
-Pamela
“2021 was a success on many levels… [The] ongoing, seemingly nonstop efforts to provide support & care for the attendees was remarkable.”
-Dean
“This was the best Festival. Everyone was so friendly and the courtesy rides were awesome. I’m already looking forward to next year.”
-Deb
BE RESPECTFUL OF EACH OTHER AND THE PROPERTY
• No loud music in camping area- keep the noise within your camp. No generators after 11pm
• No Campfires or open flames in camping area (No charcoal grills, gas camp stoves are okay)
• No littering: Trash bins and recycling bins are provided throughout the grounds. Cigarette butts are to be disposed of in marked “Butt Buckets” only!
• Be Respectful of the properties neighbors. Do not enter their property and be mindful of them and their privacy.
• No Tents or EZ ups in the stage area. Tall chairs/ chairs with shade covers must be towards the rear of the seating area.
NO PETS
DO NOT LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED
• We are a family-friendly event, but please plan on being responsible for your children throughout the weekend. While we have many fun activities and games for all ages, we do not offer a designated and overseen ‘kids area’.
NO ALCOHOL UNDER 21 YEARS OLD
NO ILLEGAL DRUGS
NO WEAPONS
• This includes knives, firearms, fireworks, etc.
STAY WITHIN MARKED AREAS
• We will have the borders of the grounds marked with tape- please stay within the marked area for everyone’s safety.
NO DRIVING IN THE CAMPING AREA
• Please refrain from any driving in the camping area outside of loading / unloading
WRISTBANDS MUST BE WORN VISIBLY
• This includes Weekend passes, day passes, etc.
DO NOT BLOCK FIRE LANES
Contact Us.
ForestTrailMusic@gmail.com
(231) 510 3056
352 West Forest Trail Rd, Freesoil, MI, 49411
“When I arrived at Forest Trail Music Festival 2021, my first interaction was with a delightful gentleman who was painting a wall-sized mural behind where we would be setting up our grilled cheese tent. He gave me a big smile...and a T-shirt...and a friendship was born. Since its inception in 2020, the Forest Trail Music Festival has brought about countless friendships between people who live near and far. It’s a gathering of artistic, creative, and ultimately caring individuals that in just two short years has made many feel like part of “the family”. The Cameron’s, along with founders Noah and Bryce Cameron, have provided the land and opportunity for dozens of artists to come together and share their craft: from music to visual and culinary arts. The festival draws a wide range of people: all ages, backgrounds, and interests. The weekend is a unique celebration of the arts and community-and an integral part of what’s going great in West Michigan.”
-Sarah Krajewski
Best Coast Catering
Muskegon, MI
I have been exploring smaller Michigan music festivals for a couple years. This past summer (2021) I was able to attend a wonderful event at the end of August – Forest Trail Music Festival. What a wonderful experience despite the torrential rains that weekend. It was a great family event, very well organized for a second year three day festival, and very reasonably priced.
While the music was provided mostly by area performers, it was very good and enjoyable. At the stage area, the large fire pit with shelf seating and lots of available firewood was quite unique. Although the rain created several challenges, the family run event was up for the task and addressed issues as soon as possible.
I have some physical limitations and found the family organizers extremely accommodating. There was regular shuttle service throughout the spacious camping area and the host family was always willing and available to assist.
I would highly recommend you try this small western mid-Michigan festival. You won’t be sorry.
-Millie Lambert of Kalamazoo
