Top 10 Campgrounds in Michigan, United States

April 18, 2023 Sachiko Swiger

Think you need an ocean for a beach? Think again. There are miles and miles of sandy lakefront beaches in Michigan (thanks to the four Great Lakes that border it). The west coast of Michigan has especially nice beaches—try a rental in Muskegon, Grand Haven or Saugatuck. You won’t need a car when visiting Mackinac Island. In fact, they’re not allowed—this lovely Victorian resort town is pedestrian-only.
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1. Bear Cave RV Campground

4085 Bearcave Rd, Buchanan, MI 49107
Excellent
29%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
13%
Terrible
13%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 351 reviews

Bear Cave RV Campground

Bear Cave RV Resort is a wonderful place to experience the great outdoors, meet new people, relax, and be a part of history. We have the only naturally formed cave in Michigan. This cave has a lot of history, through its connection as a stop on the Underground Railroad and the silent film "The Great Train Robbery". Bear Cave RV Resort is a peaceful and fun park, focused on family fun in a friendly environment. Enjoy our many weekend scheduled activities or make new friends and create one of your own using our many onsite amenities. Stand near a Native American Conference Tree or watch wildlife trek through our campground. From this Southern Michigan RV campground you can fish in the St Joseph River or rent a row boat or kayak. The Bear Cave RV Resort staff is here to make your stay a pleasant and memorable experience!

Overall great

Reviewed By lmoore134

Overall our stay was great! The staff was super hard to find or contact. I think for our weeks stay we saw 2 employees. The sites were a nice size and most of the people there respected the quiet times.

2. Cabins of Mackinaw

200 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701-9692
Excellent
29%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
11%
Terrible
38%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 256 reviews

Cabins of Mackinaw

Nice little cabins

Reviewed By RDBaughan

These are nice cabins and my favorite place to stay in Mackinac City. The room was very clean, refrigerator and microwave, and two sinks. Reasonably priced. They no longer offer a continental breakfast, but did give us a card for 10% off at several local restaurants.

3. St Clair RV Resort

1299 Wadhams Road, Saint Clair, MI 48079
Excellent
24%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
15%
Terrible
17%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 266 reviews

St Clair RV Resort

The 220-acre Thousand Trails St Clair RV Resort and Preserve has wooded wilderness, valleys, rolling hills and a small flowing river. Our friendly and courteous staff is happy to provide information about events and festivals in the area, or recommend great places to eat near our Port Huron RV campground. 5 miles east is the Saint Clair River, one of the busiest waterways in the world. Guests of St Clair RV Resort can swim, fish, boat, or just watch freighters from the longest fresh water boardwalk in the world. Visit nearby Port Huron, the boyhood home of Thomas Edison, and explore the Museum, take a trolley tour or a cruise down the river. This Port Huron RV campground is one hour from the world-renowned Henry Ford Museum, the Detroit Zoo, and three major casinos, and only 12 miles from the Blue Water Bridge crossing to Sarnia, Canada-so don't forget your passport.

St. Clair RV review

Reviewed By cme4adj

Do not miss the FORD museum, Sarnia Canada, and the Detroit Zoo. We stayed here one week in our 5th wheel toy hauler. Did not use campground bathrooms or showers. Shower in pool area was cold water only.

4. Beaver Island Retreat

34195 Kings Hwy, Beaver Island, MI 49782
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 62 reviews

Beaver Island Retreat

Luxury, outdoor accommodations designed to bring you unprecedented comforts while experiencing serenity and dark skies in nature unspoiled. We offer custom designed, furnished safari tents located in the heart of the island with guests amenities that include a kitchen, laundry, individual bath houses, and free Wifi! Tents are furnished with a 10" memory foam mattress on a queen, log bed, and have bamboo sheets, down comforter and blanket. You'll find everything you need to cook at your tent such as a charcoal grill or a propane burner, along with accessories including cast iron pans, enamel dinnerware, flatware, and grilling utensils. Guests are treated to a bottle of wine on arrival. We also provide unlimited ice, charcoal, and firewood for the length of your stay.

Loved Beaver Island Retreat!

Reviewed By Scott C

Very special place on Beaver Island! Owners/staff have thought of every convenience for your carefree enjoyment! Even our dog was treated as a special guest. Very nice, newer super clean bathrooms, spacious tents and comfortable bedding. Our private camp area felt secluded, yet a short walk to common area pavilion, kitchen, coffee station and great conversation with staff and guests (if you so choose). Complete relaxation! Not from town, restaurants, hiking trails, etc! We loved it and will be back for sure!

5. Dunes Harbor Family Camp

2722 N Ridge Rd, Mears, MI 49436-9582
Excellent
92%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 187 reviews

Dunes Harbor Family Camp

Dunes Harbor Family Camp is a Christian family campground located by Silver Lake and the Sand Dunes. We offer full hook-up sites as well as water and electric camping sites. Dunes Harbor is on the shores of Lake Holiday and has 50 waterfront sites, pull-thru sites, and group sites for families and churches to camp together.

Now our most favorite campground!

Reviewed By 698jodyg

We spent four wonderful days at Dunes Harbor. It is now at the top of our list of campgrounds to stay at. We have been camping for decades, and Dunes Harbor has surpassed all camps we've been to. The sites are spacious and beautiful, the facilities exceed your expectations, very well maintained and clean, and the staff are amazing. We can't wait to go back!

6. Silver Lake Resort & Campground

1786 N 34th Ave, Mears, MI 49436-9427
Excellent
89%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 199 reviews

Silver Lake Resort & Campground

A family vacation spot for those who love to camp. We’re located one short mile from the beautifully unique Silver Lake Sand Dunes. With over 200 campsites and 16 rustic cabins we have plenty to offer families traveling together. Accommodations include a bathroom facility that is comparable to high end hotels, heated pool with pool side gazebos, and outdoor amphitheater for movies for starters.

Great facility and very friendly.

Reviewed By DdavisHG

Everyone was wonderfully helpful and accommodating. Has everything you need to just stay at the campground or visit the surrounding attractions. Very clean and spacious campsites. Family friendly atmosphere.

7. Sleeping Bear Resort

7670 Reynolds Road, Lake Ann, MI 49650
Excellent
93%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 97 reviews

Sleeping Bear Resort

Sleeping Bear Resort sits on 450 of lake frontage on an undeveloped "no wake" lake. Guests at the resort have free usage of the beach, kayaks, canoes, fishing boats and stand up paddle boards. There is also a large water trampoline.Sleeping Bear Resort is a popular family gathering destination. It can accommodate groups of up to 46 people. The resort is centrally located half way between Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.

Holidays with family

Reviewed By CindyKa1999

We rented The Lodge at Sleeping Bear Resort Dec. 26-30th to give my brother and I a place to gather our families together for the holidays. We had the full resort to ourselves! Family came from Houghton, Marquette, West Bloomfield and Traverse. Truth be told, we seldom left the house, spending our time playing games, watching movies and, of course, eating! The lake was frozen - we saw a few fishermen and women out there each morning - but it was warm so we didn't trust the ice. Maybe next year we'll bring our ice skates and fishing gear. It was great to have uninterrupted time to reconnect. The house was incredibly clean and exactly as the website indicated. Everything was perfect!

8. Tee Pee Campground

11262 US Hwy 23 P.O. Box 10, Mackinaw City, MI 49701-9707
Excellent
62%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 165 reviews

Tee Pee Campground

Tee Pee Campground is a peaceful park with an amazing view. Check in, set up camp, then relax and enjoy your vacation. From Tents, to 5th Wheels, to Large R.V.'s, we have the perfect site for you. The Cooley Family has been making friends here since 1969. Please consider booking your stay with us while visiting this beautiful and historic area.

Great place

Reviewed By K4876RQrobertr

Can not say enough good things about this campground. Beautiful and nice sites. Great view of mackinaw Bridge. Less then 50.00 a night. There is no full hook up but it doesn't matter. Very nice. Highly recommend.

9. Lakeside Cabins Resort

7650 Warren Woods Rd, Three Oaks, MI 49128-8512
Excellent
64%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 239 reviews

Lakeside Cabins Resort

Lakeside Cabins Resort offers Park Model Cabins for rent from May 1 - October 31. LCR has become the "Go To Place" for family reunions in SW Michigan. Minimum two night rentals. Full weekly rental discounts available. Great for Family Reunion and Group Vacations.

Close by 3-day weekend getaway

Reviewed By SMSChicago

Amenities: lake and beach, paddle boards and kayaks, safety equipment, explosion of fall colors, scavenger hunt and prizes, quiet and relaxing, stargazing, personel all pluses. Accommodation: more minuses than pluses. Perhaps letting things go since rental season ends 10/31?

10. Poncho's Pond RV Park

5335 W Wallace Ln, Ludington, MI 49431-2439
Excellent
91%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 64 reviews

Poncho's Pond RV Park

Definitely a 10

Reviewed By Kyaky723

Great RV park. Very well maintained. Super sites are paved, have brick patios, in-ground fire pits. Pools, fishing pond, exercise facility, wifi, and great cable tv. Easy stroll to Dairy Queen. Grocery stores close by. Short drive to beach. Great place to get away.

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