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Just Show Up Camping

10 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents3 acres ¡ Saint Ignace, MI
The Grand Retreat, featuring Just Show Up Camping and Captain’s Quarters, is located right on US2 for easy access to several great locations, including Mackinac Island, Mackinac City, Tahquemenon Falls, Pictured Rocks, Grand Marais, and the Soo Locks. Our campsites are all “man-made” and put you into ancient glacial created forest floors with old-growth white pines. We have a bath
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Mackinaw Camp Inn

1 site ¡ RV10 acres ¡ Mackinaw City, MI
Mackinaw City Campinn is located just 2 miles from historic Mackinaw City, a destination filled with nature, history, beaches, and fun. This is a 5 acre private camp, surrounded by woods, for self contained RV campers with a 30 or 50 amp hook up. This is a densely wooded area with some wetlands behind you.
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Private Rustic Prairie

1 site ¡ RV, Tent40 acres ¡ Cheboygan, MI
Rustic campsite on the edge of a quiet hayfield. Far from houses, perfect for kite flying, stargazing, or just getting away from it all. • 3 miles from Rippling Rapids golf course • 3 miles from The Dirty Duck bar • 5 miles from Number 22 ORV trailhead • 8 miles from Black Mountain ORV scramble area • 9 miles from Black Lake State Park boat launch and beach. • 32 miles from the Huron Sunrise Trail Unwind after a day of enjoying the lake and trails on this peaceful plot of land.
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Single Sunset Campsite

1 site ¡ RV, Tent10 acres ¡ Cheboygan, MI
A SINGLE PRIVATE rustic campsite on beautiful 10 acre lightly wooded field. Surrounded by apple trees. Site including entry is all grass. Roughly 80'x60' Fire ring, picnic table, outhouse, water, and trash receptacle provided. Campsite faces west providing beautiful sunsets. Roughly a mile of hiking trails on property. Access to hundreds of miles of ORV, hiking, and skiing trails nearby. Multiple restaurants, bars, and golf courses within 2-5 miles. AMAZING Northern Lights and dark sky viewing area with gazing platform provided in center of campsite property. Access and boat launches to Twin Lakes, Black River, Black Lake, and Cheboygan River within 1-5 miles. Convenience stores within 2-5 miles. Black Mountain ORV and hiking areas within 2-5 miles. 20 minute drive from downtown Cheboygan. Come enjoy some time away from the normal campground hustle and noise at this lovely and affordable private single campsite!
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Camp Darling

3 sites ¡ Tents120 acres ¡ Cheboygan, MI
We will be opening back up May 15th 2023! This beautiful 120 acre property was once an active gravel pit. When the original owner purchased it, he wanted ponds. He accomplished his goal and started a gravel pit business by selling the material that was dug up. This resulted in three gorgeous ponds that are now happily inhabited by ducks, turtles, herons, cranes, and the occasional bald eagle when we're lucky! It is completely surrounded by state land with many trails throughout the property. Camp Darling was purchased by us in July 2020 with the intention of creating a homestead, conservatory, and campground so that we could share the magic of this place with others. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent on a beautiful, private campsite that is situated deep in our forest trails. Located on a 120 acre property surrounded by state land, you will be immersed in nature but conveniently located near town. The campsites are a few minute walk from our main house, and each site a one to two minute walk from each other - so you can expect complete privacy, but also available hosts if you need us! You can text or call us anytime. You will have to park and walk a few minutes to your site. There is a large open field available for parking near the trail entrance, we will have it clearly marked with a sign (It's also marked on the map: see photos). Each site has a pop-up tent bathroom - disposable bags are provided, a sandy spot for a tent, a fire ring, and plenty of firewood that could be collected at each site. We have a beautiful pond to view, and groomed trails you can explore. We have a well spigot available for running water, but you must filter it yourself for drinking.  You are expected to pack everything out and leave no trace. Our property is only 10 minutes from Mackinaw City, which offers many activities and good food options - also 10 minutes from downtown Cheboygan, which has a  Walmart and also a few food options and bars.
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Lake Huron Private Campspot/Ocqueoc

1 site ¡ RV1 acre ¡ Ocqueoc, MI
100' Walk to Lake Huron Beach. Site has beautiful view and large area for games such as badminton, volleyball, or croquet. Things to do: swimming, kayaking, rock hunting, wildlife watching, stargazing, freighter viewing, and close to state marina. Site details: 30 amp service, level back in site, picnic table and fire ring. Firewood is available. You will need to be self contained with water, black/gray tanks.
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Hidden Meadow Campground

4 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Alanson, MI
Get ready for a peaceful camping experience in this one-of-a-kind setting! For all styles of camping units as well as rustic tent camping. We live in farming country, with only a few houses on our road. We know most of our neighbors as friends or relatives. Our camping area only has three sites so it’s cozy and private. We have about 5 acres land for use around the campsite and lots of wooded trails nearby. We are about 2 miles from Burt Lake, and about 10 miles from other waterways, rivers and streams, and Lake Michigan. we are also 4 miles from biking and ORV trails.
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Smith Kolodziej Bois Blanc Island

1 site ¡ RV, Tent1 acre ¡ Bois Blanc Island, MI
It's on a semi-private island that you need to take a ferry to. It's 2 Block from Lake Huron. You have access to Lake Huron via a public park and 6 inland lakes. There are only 70 ish permanent residents but it can have as many as 3000 on any given week. There are next to none retail shops however the local grocery store in Cheboygan will send boxes over on the ferry for a small charge. The property is located 5 miles from the dock so an easy bike ride.
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Debbie’s Meadow

1 site ¡ RV7 acres ¡ Cheboygan, MI
Learn more about this land:30 amp electrical Internet The camp is located approximately 3 miles from two public boat landings on Mullett Lake Quiet location on gravel road Cheboygan is 9 miles north Mackinaw city is 27 miles The night skies are amazing. We’ve had guests that say our view is better than the dark sky park in Mackinaw. Enjoy the nature. We have fox, deer, opossum, coyotes, elk, bear, and the occasional skunk
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simply bliss

1 site ¡ RV, Tent15 acres ¡ Carp Lake, MI
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Grateful Acres

2 sites ¡ RVs, Tents3 acres ¡ Harbor Springs, MI
Hello and Welcome to Grateful Acres!! I have two sites available that will accommodate both travel trailers, as well as tents. Both have 30amp RV and 120v outlets, as well as lights for late arrival setup. In the welcome Hut, you will find dry firewood for purchase, as well as a refrigerator and freezer for use by our guests. Each site has its own labeled shelf to keep your perishables fresh. Also available are organic farm fresh eggs, cold soda, and bottled water, as well as bags of ice in the freezer. At Grateful Acres we aim to make your stay with us, as enjoyable as possible. The two sites sit on 3 beautiful, quiet acres in Northern Michigan. Site #1 is flat, open, and spacious, while site #2 is a bit more enclosed and private tucked into the trees. Both sites come furnished with a picnic table, a fire ring with attached grill for cooking and 2 adirondack chairs. The Star gazing at night is absolutley Amazing!! The property is centrally located between Petoskey, Harbor Springs and Alanson. Nearby are many lakes, rivers, state forests, mountain biking trails, golf courses and ski resorts. Come on up. Stay at Grateful Acres and enjoy all that Beautiful Northern Michigan has to offer.
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Norton's Nook

2 sites ¡ Tents100 acres ¡ Cheboygan, MI
The Norton Nook campsites are perfect for off-grid boondocking or pitching a tent. Small Sprinter-style vans or adventure motorcycles are welcome. We offer two campsites on 100 secluded acres with lots of privacy. Site 1: The Beaver Dam site is more open with a good breeze and a fantastic view of the active large Beaver Pond. This spot is only accessible with a Subaru, Jeep, Truck, or four-wheel drive Sprinter van. Site 2: The Woods site is just that, in the woods with lots of Pine and Aspen trees. Accessible with any vehicle. The property is located right off U-23, 7 Miles from Mackinaw City. Bring your bikes and ride from camp to Mackinaw City (7-8 miles) on the Northeastern Bike Trail. The Barbara Hoffius Nature Preserve is only a half-mile away and has great trails to the beach. These simple campsites are PACK IN PACK OUT. We don’t have any services. There is the Mackinaw Straits roadside park one mile west which has well water and a public bathroom. Table and chairs and a fire pit are provided. Feel free to scavenge for deadfall firewood. Please don’t cut any trees down for any reason. Also, check with the DNR for fire risk. Do not burn during high risk of fire. The location can't be beaten, if you want to visit the Mackinaw Area but need space from the crowds. It will not disappoint.
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The best camping near Cheboygan State Park guide

Overview

About

1250-acre Cheboygan State Park will seduce nature-lovers and sightseers with its rare wildflowers and enticing views of Lake Huron. A convenient color-coded system of trails welcomes hikers, bikers and skiiers to view these sights while taking in deep breaths of that unmistakable Great Lake air. Throw in boating off Duncay Bay, lake or creek fishing, add hunting to the mix, and you’d be hard-pressed to find an outdoor enthusiast who didn’t love this place. But no matter what your jam, make sure to sneak in a visit to the remains of Cheboygan Point Light lighthouse. Now little more than a stone foundation overgrown with trees, it’s nevertheless a cool destination for an afternoon ramble.

When to go

The ideal time to visit Cheboygan State Park is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and the park is in full bloom. However, autumn also offers a spectacular display of fall foliage. Winters can be harsh with heavy snowfall, making some areas inaccessible, so it's less ideal for visitors not seeking winter sports.

Know before you go

  • Check the weather forecast before your visit to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
  • Remember to bring insect repellent and sunscreen to protect against the elements.
  • Wear appropriate footwear for hiking and exploring the trails.
  • Stay informed about any park closures or trail restrictions during your visit.
  • Ensure you have a valid Recreation Passport for park entry.

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