Camping in Dearborn, MI, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2024

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Beautiful Lake Shawood Sanctuary

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Novi, MI

Off for the Season. Depending on the weather, we may be able to accommodate you. Our current portable toilet bathroom setup is closed to prevent freezing. Feel free to connect with us. Beautiful camping experience on our little slice of heaven. Lake Shawood is a beautiful, natural spring-fed, non-motorized lake that primarily borders the City of Novi's exquisite Lakeshore Park. Lakeshore Park has everything from playgrounds for very young children and older children, to picnic pavillions and a sandy beach, and miles of hiking, running, and biking trails. We fell in love with this property the second we walked behind the old cottage. I love nature and being outdoors, especially hiking and biking. We are still making improvements on the land with a small garden, which you are welcome to enjoy during your stay. Our big-picture vision is to renovate the old cottage and live in it. This property has 1 large old oak tree and garden beds with flowers, herbs, and vegetables. (You can help yourself to any of the fruits or vegetables that are ripe) We are on an old smaller home/cottage-style small residential street. Please keep in mind, that this is a spot for family and friend fun with the awareness of keeping it a sanctuary space for the neighbors as well. Enchanting Lakefront Camping Site Pitch your tent and bring your family and children to our exquisitely beautiful site. The property sits on Shawood Lake, a non-motorized private waterfront site. There’s plenty of room to park your car, pitch a tent, enjoy a campfire, and the beauty of all types of birds (swans, geese, ospreys, and the occasional bald eagle), and animal life. The sunsets in this area are breathtaking. Take a short 30-second walk and enjoy Pavilion Shore Park, a family-oriented park with a playground, swimming, fishing pier, and waterfront seating of Walled Lake. You’ll also find public restrooms which are open until 10 pm through the summer and a restaurant across the street. We also have a portable camping toilet with a nice pop-up tent for privacy. Lakeshore Park is a 5-minute walk, an 11-acre park with volleyball, swimming, bike, and hiking trails (more than 10 miles of mountain biking and multi-purpose trails), horseshoe pits, BBQs, picnic shelters, and play structures.

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Tom and Julie's Place

4 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · MI

4/17/2024 It's official! The camping season has started with the first campers onsite this weekend. Super exciting! The woods and the trees are all abloom turning a vibrant green. All 4 campsites are open and available to book. The deer are moving around and we see them several times a day currently. Bunnies, birds, and turkeys are plentiful. Book your trip now and start making plans to explore the area! We look forward to your visit. The property has a lot of wildlife. Deer, Turkey, Rabbits, Coyote, Birds, and Fox. A small creek runs on the property. There are many lakes just minutes away, as well as the Huron river for fishing and kayaking. Public beaches at Lake Chemung and Bishop Lake. Campfires allowed. Plenty of dead wood around. Potable water is available to fill fresh water tanks and containers. Sewer dump station is 5 miles away at Brighton Recreation Area (there is a fee to the state park). Summer activities: Howell Balloon fest in June. Howell Melon fest in August. Captain Frosty's Ice Cream is located approximately 2–3 miles away. They offer a variety of ice cream deliciousness, slushies, shakes, and malts. Fall activities: U-Pick Pumpkin Patch and Petting Farm next door. Free wagon rides on the weekends and a free corn maze anytime. Purchases available: pumpkins, cornstalks, Indian corn, gourds, squash, mums, honey, and other wonderful treats. Terrified Forest and Haunted Mansion are just 1 mile away beginning around mid-September for Halloween. Apple Orchard is 3–4 miles away. They offer apples and have an organic farm stand with a variety of vegetables.

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Carlandia CannaCamp

4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Manchester, MI

At Carlandia CannaCamp our mission is to spread a message of sustainability, renewal, and stewardship for the Earth, and for life here. We hope to do this by setting an example through low impact and sustainable lifestyle, products, and processes. We believe in promoting natural areas and encouraging formation of habitat. We are here. 🌎☮️❤️ Learn more about this land: Nearly 42.0 acres of rolling hills, alfalfa fields, organic herb garden, and trails! See hawks, sandhill cranes, 20+ songbirds, deer and maybe fox, bald eagle, osprey, or coyote! Minutes to waterfowl preserve, lake life, antiquing, mountain or road bicycling, kayak lakes and streams, disc golf onsite... Lots to do!

Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

4 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Oxford, MI

We are situated at the end of a private road with only 2 residences. 12+ wooded acres to enjoy(hiking/exploring). At this time, only Sprinter Vans, Truck Campers and small trailers are ideal for the RV sites. Tent campers set up at the back of the property in the woods. Several hiking trails and locations to camp. There are multiple fire rings out back and plenty of fallen wood to burn or you can purchase seasoned split wood bundles on site. Suggested Local Attractions: The property borders a public golf course, downtown Lake Orion or Oxford are less than 1.5 miles as is public access to All-Sports Lake Orion(the lake) as well as others in the area. Dozens of miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Bald Mountain State Park and Addison Oaks trailheads 2 and 3 miles respectively. Disc Golf courses. Public beaches, paved trails, etc. Or you can just hang out and watch the various wildlife that frequent the property. At least a dozen breweries, distilleries, restaurants a couple miles away, easily able to walk/bike/drive.

White Pine Farm HipCamping

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Ann Arbor, MI

Our beautiful farm between Ann Arbor and Dexter is on 10 acres, and the 5 acre area where our compsites are located is wooded with mature oak, maple, walnut, elm, and white pine trees. We're isolated and surrounded by wild areas and natural farm land but just a 5 - 10 minute drive from restaurants, groceries, fuel, and other amenities. Downtown Ann Arbor or Dexter or Chelsea is only a 10 - 15 minute car drive. White Lotus Farms which has a wonderful farmer's market on Saturday and Wednesday is a 10 minute walk down our dirt road.

12 top campgrounds near Dearborn

TravelingTeahouseApothecaryGardens

1 site · Lodging5 acres · Dearborn Heights, MI

Harmonic Hollow Rustic Shelter is our cedar off grid building with a twin bed for camping in the back of our herbal gardens. Sunshine Cottage is our heated tiny cabin with one single bed and some amenities. wifi is spotty while we work to extend. There are also grassy and woodsy spaces for van, tent or camper stays. short term stays only. very nice and clean outdoor composting toilet. outdoor shower during warmer months. 1 quiet pet per camp rental on leash only. must clean up after pet. not fully fenced.

Lyanna B.’s Land

4 sites · Tents2 acres · Superior Charter Township, MI

Learn more about this land:Set up your tent on the spacious property, enjoy sitting next to the large bonfire pit, and wake up to the beautiful sounds of nature. There is plenty of sight seeing on the gorgeous wetlands. The Lefurge nature center is just across the street which offers hiking and photo taking opportunities. It is ten minutes from historic depot town Ypsilanti, the Matthai Botanical Gardens, and EMU's football stadium.

Beautiful Lake Shawood Sanctuary

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Novi, MI

Off for the Season. Depending on the weather, we may be able to accommodate you. Our current portable toilet bathroom setup is closed to prevent freezing. Feel free to connect with us. Beautiful camping experience on our little slice of heaven. Lake Shawood is a beautiful, natural spring-fed, non-motorized lake that primarily borders the City of Novi's exquisite Lakeshore Park. Lakeshore Park has everything from playgrounds for very young children and older children, to picnic pavillions and a sandy beach, and miles of hiking, running, and biking trails. We fell in love with this property the second we walked behind the old cottage. I love nature and being outdoors, especially hiking and biking. We are still making improvements on the land with a small garden, which you are welcome to enjoy during your stay. Our big-picture vision is to renovate the old cottage and live in it. This property has 1 large old oak tree and garden beds with flowers, herbs, and vegetables. (You can help yourself to any of the fruits or vegetables that are ripe) We are on an old smaller home/cottage-style small residential street. Please keep in mind, that this is a spot for family and friend fun with the awareness of keeping it a sanctuary space for the neighbors as well. Enchanting Lakefront Camping Site Pitch your tent and bring your family and children to our exquisitely beautiful site. The property sits on Shawood Lake, a non-motorized private waterfront site. There’s plenty of room to park your car, pitch a tent, enjoy a campfire, and the beauty of all types of birds (swans, geese, ospreys, and the occasional bald eagle), and animal life. The sunsets in this area are breathtaking. Take a short 30-second walk and enjoy Pavilion Shore Park, a family-oriented park with a playground, swimming, fishing pier, and waterfront seating of Walled Lake. You’ll also find public restrooms which are open until 10 pm through the summer and a restaurant across the street. We also have a portable camping toilet with a nice pop-up tent for privacy. Lakeshore Park is a 5-minute walk, an 11-acre park with volleyball, swimming, bike, and hiking trails (more than 10 miles of mountain biking and multi-purpose trails), horseshoe pits, BBQs, picnic shelters, and play structures.

Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

4 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Oxford, MI

We are situated at the end of a private road with only 2 residences. 12+ wooded acres to enjoy(hiking/exploring). At this time, only Sprinter Vans, Truck Campers and small trailers are ideal for the RV sites. Tent campers set up at the back of the property in the woods. Several hiking trails and locations to camp. There are multiple fire rings out back and plenty of fallen wood to burn or you can purchase seasoned split wood bundles on site. Suggested Local Attractions: The property borders a public golf course, downtown Lake Orion or Oxford are less than 1.5 miles as is public access to All-Sports Lake Orion(the lake) as well as others in the area. Dozens of miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Bald Mountain State Park and Addison Oaks trailheads 2 and 3 miles respectively. Disc Golf courses. Public beaches, paved trails, etc. Or you can just hang out and watch the various wildlife that frequent the property. At least a dozen breweries, distilleries, restaurants a couple miles away, easily able to walk/bike/drive.

White Pine Farm HipCamping

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Ann Arbor, MI

Our beautiful farm between Ann Arbor and Dexter is on 10 acres, and the 5 acre area where our compsites are located is wooded with mature oak, maple, walnut, elm, and white pine trees. We're isolated and surrounded by wild areas and natural farm land but just a 5 - 10 minute drive from restaurants, groceries, fuel, and other amenities. Downtown Ann Arbor or Dexter or Chelsea is only a 10 - 15 minute car drive. White Lotus Farms which has a wonderful farmer's market on Saturday and Wednesday is a 10 minute walk down our dirt road.

Stacey’s Place

1 site · Tent4 acres · Rockwood, MI

Hi and welcome. You will see the driveway lined with solar lights to guide you to the parking spot in front of the garage. The walk back to the camping area is about 200 yards. Once you pass through the walk way you will come to the opening. Feel free to set your camp site up anywhere you'd like

Carlandia CannaCamp

4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Manchester, MI

At Carlandia CannaCamp our mission is to spread a message of sustainability, renewal, and stewardship for the Earth, and for life here. We hope to do this by setting an example through low impact and sustainable lifestyle, products, and processes. We believe in promoting natural areas and encouraging formation of habitat. We are here. 🌎☮️❤️ Learn more about this land: Nearly 42.0 acres of rolling hills, alfalfa fields, organic herb garden, and trails! See hawks, sandhill cranes, 20+ songbirds, deer and maybe fox, bald eagle, osprey, or coyote! Minutes to waterfowl preserve, lake life, antiquing, mountain or road bicycling, kayak lakes and streams, disc golf onsite... Lots to do!

Camp CrossWind

2 sites · RVs5 acres · New Boston, MI

Has A Horse Corral And Direct Access To CrossWinds Marsh With 4.5 Miles Of Horse Riding Trails Lots Of Nature With Hiking Trails With Deer,Turtles,Birds And Many Other Animals Over 1,000 Acres To Explore Very Near To All Amenties Within 30 Minutes From Detroit Or Toledo No Need To GO Out Of Your Way For Camping And Horseback Riding. You Will Need To Bring Your Own Horses

American Acres

1 site · Lodging3 acres · Belleville, MI

Our property is a small private campground. We have 30/20 amp electricity and water on each site. A dump station is available. We are in a suburban location that we describe as countryish. The campground is a park like setting with mature trees. The grounds are mostly shady with some areas of sun. We have a large community fire pit. We wouldn't describe our location as a place that you would want to camp at for an extended period. Our place would be a good place to try out sleeping in an RV. You can rent one of ours and stay in it a night or two to see if you like the idea of RV camping. Our place would be a great spot to stop off at for a night while passing through or attending a nearby event.

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Five Pointes West

10 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Highland Charter Township, MI

Learn more about this land: Twenty acres of rolling, open land, perfect for star gazing, with community fire pit and pavilion just steps away. Indoor restrooms for your convenience. Inquire about our fabulous event or hospitality packages! Please note that we are only taking guests on the weekends. Check-in is on Friday. Late check out on Monday a.m. can be arranged.

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Maple and Milleville Beach

2 sites · Tents1 acre · Rockwood, MI

Situated at the beginning of Michigans Iron Belle Trail sits a tranquil camp site off the edge of Lake Erie. Enjoy a wonderful night of calm relaxing sleep while you listen to the waves and the essence of nature. Serenity of camping within Michigans Largest marshland preserve, Pointe Mouillee. From year rounders to migrators its a birding paradise, and if your into kayaking then bring that as well. Lake Erie metro park golf course and marina located within walking distance as well as the only International Wildlife Refuge in North America, The Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge sports some of the best pier fishing in the world. Come get down in Downriver, MI! It’s an awesomely Erie site.

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Territorial Acres

1 site · Lodging15 acres · Whitmore Lake, MI

Our farm is 15 acres of a mix between wetland, open fields, and woods. In the spring there is a small creek that flows from the wetland. In the winter, the wetland freezes over for added adventure. We have 12 chickens on site, 2 hoop houses, perennial berry bushes, grape vines, and seasonal veggies. Within 20 minutes of our property there are dozens of options for hiking and mountain bike trails, lakes, rivers, restaurants, museums, and more! Amenities: Queen Bed Dining Table Propane grill Wood stove Hot Shower Composting Toilet Fire Pit Cooking Utensils USB Charging Ports

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Beautiful Lake Shawood Sanctuary

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Novi, MI

Off for the Season. Depending on the weather, we may be able to accommodate you. Our current portable toilet bathroom setup is closed to prevent freezing. Feel free to connect with us. Beautiful camping experience on our little slice of heaven. Lake Shawood is a beautiful, natural spring-fed, non-motorized lake that primarily borders the City of Novi's exquisite Lakeshore Park. Lakeshore Park has everything from playgrounds for very young children and older children, to picnic pavillions and a sandy beach, and miles of hiking, running, and biking trails. We fell in love with this property the second we walked behind the old cottage. I love nature and being outdoors, especially hiking and biking. We are still making improvements on the land with a small garden, which you are welcome to enjoy during your stay. Our big-picture vision is to renovate the old cottage and live in it. This property has 1 large old oak tree and garden beds with flowers, herbs, and vegetables. (You can help yourself to any of the fruits or vegetables that are ripe) We are on an old smaller home/cottage-style small residential street. Please keep in mind, that this is a spot for family and friend fun with the awareness of keeping it a sanctuary space for the neighbors as well. Enchanting Lakefront Camping Site Pitch your tent and bring your family and children to our exquisitely beautiful site. The property sits on Shawood Lake, a non-motorized private waterfront site. There’s plenty of room to park your car, pitch a tent, enjoy a campfire, and the beauty of all types of birds (swans, geese, ospreys, and the occasional bald eagle), and animal life. The sunsets in this area are breathtaking. Take a short 30-second walk and enjoy Pavilion Shore Park, a family-oriented park with a playground, swimming, fishing pier, and waterfront seating of Walled Lake. You’ll also find public restrooms which are open until 10 pm through the summer and a restaurant across the street. We also have a portable camping toilet with a nice pop-up tent for privacy. Lakeshore Park is a 5-minute walk, an 11-acre park with volleyball, swimming, bike, and hiking trails (more than 10 miles of mountain biking and multi-purpose trails), horseshoe pits, BBQs, picnic shelters, and play structures.

Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

4 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Oxford, MI

We are situated at the end of a private road with only 2 residences. 12+ wooded acres to enjoy(hiking/exploring). At this time, only Sprinter Vans, Truck Campers and small trailers are ideal for the RV sites. Tent campers set up at the back of the property in the woods. Several hiking trails and locations to camp. There are multiple fire rings out back and plenty of fallen wood to burn or you can purchase seasoned split wood bundles on site. Suggested Local Attractions: The property borders a public golf course, downtown Lake Orion or Oxford are less than 1.5 miles as is public access to All-Sports Lake Orion(the lake) as well as others in the area. Dozens of miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Bald Mountain State Park and Addison Oaks trailheads 2 and 3 miles respectively. Disc Golf courses. Public beaches, paved trails, etc. Or you can just hang out and watch the various wildlife that frequent the property. At least a dozen breweries, distilleries, restaurants a couple miles away, easily able to walk/bike/drive.

TravelingTeahouseApothecaryGardens

1 site · Lodging5 acres · Dearborn Heights, MI

Harmonic Hollow Rustic Shelter is our cedar off grid building with a twin bed for camping in the back of our herbal gardens. Sunshine Cottage is our heated tiny cabin with one single bed and some amenities. wifi is spotty while we work to extend. There are also grassy and woodsy spaces for van, tent or camper stays. short term stays only. very nice and clean outdoor composting toilet. outdoor shower during warmer months. 1 quiet pet per camp rental on leash only. must clean up after pet. not fully fenced.

White Pine Farm HipCamping

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Ann Arbor, MI

Our beautiful farm between Ann Arbor and Dexter is on 10 acres, and the 5 acre area where our compsites are located is wooded with mature oak, maple, walnut, elm, and white pine trees. We're isolated and surrounded by wild areas and natural farm land but just a 5 - 10 minute drive from restaurants, groceries, fuel, and other amenities. Downtown Ann Arbor or Dexter or Chelsea is only a 10 - 15 minute car drive. White Lotus Farms which has a wonderful farmer's market on Saturday and Wednesday is a 10 minute walk down our dirt road.

Lyanna B.’s Land

4 sites · Tents2 acres · Superior Charter Township, MI

Learn more about this land:Set up your tent on the spacious property, enjoy sitting next to the large bonfire pit, and wake up to the beautiful sounds of nature. There is plenty of sight seeing on the gorgeous wetlands. The Lefurge nature center is just across the street which offers hiking and photo taking opportunities. It is ten minutes from historic depot town Ypsilanti, the Matthai Botanical Gardens, and EMU's football stadium.

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Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

4 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Oxford, MI

We are situated at the end of a private road with only 2 residences. 12+ wooded acres to enjoy(hiking/exploring). At this time, only Sprinter Vans, Truck Campers and small trailers are ideal for the RV sites. Tent campers set up at the back of the property in the woods. Several hiking trails and locations to camp. There are multiple fire rings out back and plenty of fallen wood to burn or you can purchase seasoned split wood bundles on site. Suggested Local Attractions: The property borders a public golf course, downtown Lake Orion or Oxford are less than 1.5 miles as is public access to All-Sports Lake Orion(the lake) as well as others in the area. Dozens of miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Bald Mountain State Park and Addison Oaks trailheads 2 and 3 miles respectively. Disc Golf courses. Public beaches, paved trails, etc. Or you can just hang out and watch the various wildlife that frequent the property. At least a dozen breweries, distilleries, restaurants a couple miles away, easily able to walk/bike/drive.

White Pine Farm HipCamping

5 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Ann Arbor, MI

Our beautiful farm between Ann Arbor and Dexter is on 10 acres, and the 5 acre area where our compsites are located is wooded with mature oak, maple, walnut, elm, and white pine trees. We're isolated and surrounded by wild areas and natural farm land but just a 5 - 10 minute drive from restaurants, groceries, fuel, and other amenities. Downtown Ann Arbor or Dexter or Chelsea is only a 10 - 15 minute car drive. White Lotus Farms which has a wonderful farmer's market on Saturday and Wednesday is a 10 minute walk down our dirt road.

Lyanna B.’s Land

4 sites · Tents2 acres · Superior Charter Township, MI

Learn more about this land:Set up your tent on the spacious property, enjoy sitting next to the large bonfire pit, and wake up to the beautiful sounds of nature. There is plenty of sight seeing on the gorgeous wetlands. The Lefurge nature center is just across the street which offers hiking and photo taking opportunities. It is ten minutes from historic depot town Ypsilanti, the Matthai Botanical Gardens, and EMU's football stadium.

Carlandia CannaCamp

4 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Manchester, MI

At Carlandia CannaCamp our mission is to spread a message of sustainability, renewal, and stewardship for the Earth, and for life here. We hope to do this by setting an example through low impact and sustainable lifestyle, products, and processes. We believe in promoting natural areas and encouraging formation of habitat. We are here. 🌎☮️❤️ Learn more about this land: Nearly 42.0 acres of rolling hills, alfalfa fields, organic herb garden, and trails! See hawks, sandhill cranes, 20+ songbirds, deer and maybe fox, bald eagle, osprey, or coyote! Minutes to waterfowl preserve, lake life, antiquing, mountain or road bicycling, kayak lakes and streams, disc golf onsite... Lots to do!

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Long Haul Flower Farm

3 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Chelsea, MI

Long Haul Farm is an organic flower farm in Chelsea, MI dedicated to sustainably growing plants, family, community, and soil biology for generations, the long haul!-------- History --------Growing up, I used to come here to visit my great-aunt & uncle's horse ranch. My great uncle grew up visiting his great uncle who was one of the first in our family on this land. They were animal and nature lovers, and in their retirement, sold 130 acres to The Nature Conservancy, all of which is now protected as a county nature preserve. Unfortunately 11 years ago, my great-uncle and aunt had passed and we had to sell the family land. By an amazing serendipitous luck, as we were looking for a farm homestead to move to, we reconnected with the owners of the land and they were just deciding to sell it. So my family was able to buy back the family land and continue the legacy. -------- Onwards ----Kathryn and I are restarting our cut-flower farm, and hoping to develop a permaculture inspired orchard and keep chickens and pigs. We love living here surrounded by extensive state and county parks and recreation land, while still being close enough to Chelsea and Ann Arbor for all that they provide. Our aim is to create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable atmosphere for our visitors. We hope to provide a refuge in nature and perhaps even some education of flowers or wildlife. Join us in carrying on the legacy of family land stewardship and love for natural spaces! - Doug (he/him/his) & Kat (she/her/hers)Find us on Facebook: fb.com/LongHaulFarmAnd Instagram: @LongHaulFarmMI

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Camping near Dearborn guide

Overview

Just outside Detroit near the great Lake Erie, Dearborn is a hidden gem featuring nature reserves like Island Lake Recreation Area and state parks such as Algonac State Park. Dearborn offers the conveniences of the city and the draw of pristine nature, allowing campers the best of both worlds. The abundance of rivers and lakes means waterfront camping and activities are popular, but sprawling forests allow for hiking and wildlife sightings, too. Explore massive tracts of dense maple forest, secluded canoe routes down Huron River, and finish each day relaxing by the fire at a private campground, RV site, or cabin rental.

Where to go

Algonac State Park

Northeast of Dearborn, where the St. Clair River feeds into St. Clair Lake, is Algonac State Park. This preserve spans more than 1,500 acres with large areas open for day use along the riverbank, plus hiking trails and a 1,200-acre dedicated natural area. The park is home to rare habitats for birds, plants, and butterflies that are considered endangered. Canoe on St. Clair River, hike through rare oak savannas, and wrap up the day at a nearby campground or cabin rental.

Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area

Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area, a large park surrounding picturesque Lake Minnawanna, is just north of Dearborn. Summertime is the most popular season, with many staying in the park’s campgrounds, canoeing and swimming in the lake, or hiking and cycling across the small trail network. The park also has its share of fun in winter, with many great routes for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Outside the park, glamping spots and private lakeside campgrounds abound.

Island Lake Recreation Area

Island Lake Recreation Area to the west of Dearborn is home to several important biomes, including protected oak barren communities. These old, deciduous trees provide a stunning backdrop for hikers on the park’s four main hiking trails or canoers and kayakers paddling down the Huron River. Campers flock to Island Lake for swimming, fishing, mountain biking, hunting, and camping—this 4,000-acre park has something for everyone. Nearby RV parks include all the amenities campers want, from full hookups to washrooms and wifi.

When to go

Dearborn, Michigan is a popular destination year-round with seasonal adventures. Visit in summer for hiking, swimming, and paddling, when July highs average at 85.5°F. Though Michigan is a popular summer spot, the large number of public parks and reserves make it fairly easy to avoid large crowds. Winters in Dearborn can be quite cold (average January lows of 16.6°F), but snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing are enjoyable with proper cold-weather gear.