Megan H.recommendsMay 13, 2024
Gage Camp
My husband and I and our little dog took our first trip in our new to us Class B Camper this past weekend and our first ever HipCamp reservation. Joe was quick to respond to all our questions and was very helpful. The site is private and had great night sky views. We took the trip to try to capture the northern lights and we were successful. We ended up cutting our weekend trip short because of a flat tire and other plans for Mother's day, but we will definitely be back again. Having privacy, electric hookup, a clean porta potty, and running water helped tremendously! The trails were maintained in the woods and we all (dog included) enjoyed them.
Chris N.recommendsSeptember 24, 2023
Gage Camp
Nice secluded quiet get away! If you are looking to unplug in nature and stargaze or just enjoy a nice relaxing fire then this is your spot
Kevin M.recommendsSeptember 6, 2023
Gage Camp
Great site and accommodations
We really enjoyed staying at Joseph's place. It's unique and well worth the stay for several reasons. First, it's a single site property, which I found amazing. The privacy is a huge selling point, without giving up space as it's a good size property. Second, the shower, sink, and enclosed sitting space are really unique and super convenient. He also has complimentary firewood and a great size fire ring. The clearing space is a great size, while still being surrounded by woods. And there are several trails, although we didn't have a chance to do much exploring. And Joseph communicated very well and provided a great instruction document with info about the area before arriving. We didn't see Joseph, but to be honest, it was nice to just be able to come in and out as we please on our own. I highly recommend!
James G.recommendsSeptember 6, 2023
Gage Camp
The Greatest Private Campsite in MI
Gage Camp is beautiful, private, excellently maintained with every requisite amenity and somewhere that I will be coming back for years to come.
Joseph Grlica is a masterful trip manager and extremely communicative about any and all questions you may have, not that you will since he sends out a comprehensive welcome packet and is readily responsive on the app or email.
I cannot thank him enough for opening this space up to me, my girlfriend and our two city dogs who finally got to run free in a safe space unbothered and untethered. There are picnic tables, shabins (shed/cabins), a raised wood deck, and a manicured lawn bordered with verdant trees and beaten trail paths.
We popped our tent under an apple tree across from what we couldn't believe was an actual peach tree across from a giant stone guarded fire pit. The local convenience mart, Happy Jake's (listed in the welcome packet and 0.3 miles away), had everything we needed (ice, bait, lures, bbq) except for fishing licenses (buy online) and a second cord of firewood. Luckily, Joe had prepared plenty of starter kindling and logs that we relied upon to cook our food, as well as the cleverest grate/grill spear I've ever seen.
Nearby there was canoe rentals, hiking, and plenty of other activities we didn't get to explore this time but surely will next time, that is of course unless we just stay onsite at Gage Camp and watch shooting stars, eat smores, and even take a shower or use the port john!
5 stars will be back soon
James D.recommendsAugust 29, 2023
Gage Camp
Private and convenient
I camped here with my husband and two dogs. It was really a perfect camping location. The site is completely private. There is an electrical outlet, outdoor sink, shower, and toilet. The host is very responsive to any concerns. I would definitely like to camp here again. Be aware though that cell reception is not great if being connected to the internet is important to you. But, hopefully you are camping to get away from the digital chaos of the modern world anyway.
Emir R.recommendsAugust 15, 2023
Gage Camp
The best camping trip experience !!
This campsite was just what we needed to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Secluded and filled with greenery, this space not only had an amazing open area in the middle of nowhere, which gave you the optimum choice to were you wanted to set up camp. It also had trails all around the property giving you a chance to really explore the beauty of nature. A big plus!!!!! I loved hearing wildlife and the peaceful sounds of nature serenading us into a calming bliss. The night time stars also gave us a light show that is unmatched compared to what you see in the city.
It was a pure pleasure to stay here and I hope that anyone that comes here has as much fun and peace that we experienced this past weekend!!!!
Much respect to Joe