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UP Glamping Getaway LLC

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Stephenson, MI

Indulge in a unique glamping experience at any of our four distinct sites, scattered across two picturesque campgrounds in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan! Choose from a geodesic dome, a cozy yurt, a charming bungalow tent, or a stargazing tent. Each site ensures complete privacy for your enjoyment. We welcome both pets and children, making our accommodations perfect for families and animal companions alike. The geodesic dome is available year-round, providing an all-season escape, while our tent sites are open from May 1st through October 31st. Experience the beauty of Michigan's UP in style and comfort with our range of glamping options.

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Northwoods Experience

2 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Wausaukee, WI

Nestled in the great Wisconsin Northwoods, our property boasts a small lake and private pier. While we operate as a licensed Bed & Breakfast, we also offer Hipcamp stays. For those opting not to stay in the B&B, you can bring your own RV or tent. Additionally, breakfast can be added on as an extra option. We provide amenities such as kayaks, paddleboards, and more for your enjoyment. Little Wolf Lake is connected to Wolf Lake via a canal, offering even more opportunities for nature exploration and fun. A firepit is available on-site, and guests have access to bathroom and shower facilities in the B&B on a daily basis.

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Chappee Rapids Trappers Cabin

1 site · Lodging15 acres · WI

This is unique historical site where the Indians used to do a lot of trading with a French trader. There are 15 acres of wooded land along the Menominee River next to a county site with picnic tables under a pavilion and a pit toilet. You can hike the trails or relax in the river, or take a boat ride to go exploring or fishing. This is a small one room (8.5' x 13') rustic cabin with a triple twin bunk bed and a full-size air mattress for sleeping. Sheets, pillows and a light blanket are available for each bed. There is an outside cooking space set up with a grill and camp stove, potable water and a tub for washing up or doing dishes. The cabin is right on the water and has great river views. You can paddle a short distance down or up river to the sandbar and hang out with the locals. Maps to these locations by water are in the cabin. Also, there is a glow frisbee for a fun nighttime game (if you have never done this, you have to give it a try, bring glow bracelets to enhance this experience). Amenities that are provided; one RV battery fully charged and recharged by solar with inverter to run electric outlets, lights, ceiling fan, and can charge phones (Will not support a CPAP). A grill, cook stove, coffee percolator, camp shower bag (black/solar heated), pit toilet, table with 2- 5 gallon containers of potable water, a Rubbermaid bin for washing, fire pit, metal skewers, clothesline, canoe. Things you will need to bring: cooking supplies, eating supplies (plates & utensils), camp chairs, drinking water, toiletries, fishing stuff, life jackets for the right fit (2 orange ones are on site). There is no heat, AC or fridge. The cabin sleeps 5 with the option to have extra people, (they would need to bring their own tent), please inquire for more information.

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River View Get Away

1 site · RV, Tent10 acres · Powers, MI

This property was once a old lumber Mill with a river running through it. We purchased it and are restoring the buildings and turning most into storage units . Learn more about this land: We have a rustic campsite along the side of a river with a Limestone base where you would camp on ! We have wildlife , including deer, turtles , Geese, otters & Ducks ! picnic table and fire pit on site very quiet and Relaxing . Take a snooze in the Hammock. Our spot is 3 miles from Food and Gas , 9 miles from the Island resort and Casino. Come unwind in beautiful Pristine Upper Peninsula. Bring your Kayak's and check out the river ! Or rent ours for only $40 each for a day ! Peaceful , private setting.

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Ridgeview Acres Christmas Tree Farm

1 site · RV, Tent28 acres · Sturgeon Bay, WI

Entry off of the the corner of Townline Rd and County T. The 28 acre property is host to a Christmas Tree growing operation with mixed aged Christmas trees of 8 species, in season fruit (Apples, Raspberry patch, Asparagus, Pumpkin Patch). There are hiking and walking trails with open fields and Barn on site. Minutes to Lake Michigan, Cave Point County and Whitefish Dunes State Park in Jacksonport Township. Property host all wildlife habitat commonly seen in Door County. Birds, Deer Turkeys, Fox. The slower side of Door County with dark skies and peaceful morning sunrises. -No electricity, no water.

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Blazing Bear Homestead

1 site · Tent3 acres · Peshtigo, WI

Welcome to Blazing Bear Homestead located in the Town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin just up the road from the Peshtigo Harbor State Wildlife Area and the Peshtigo River Delta Marshes State Natural Area. Our little piece of heaven is carved out of a large forested area, and across the road from us is beautiful upland prairie all in its natural state. We have some trails on our property that bring you to your campsite, and back to the farm and garden closer to our house. We keep a small herd of miniature dairy goats and often have goat kids running around. There is also free-range chickens, a goose named Goose-Goose, a few giant rabbits, and 2 farm cats that are very friendly. Our campers are welcome to hang out with our critters. Just 7 minutes away in the City of Peshtigo is Badger Park where you can swim, picnic, play volleyball, or enjoy the skate park; all for FREE! There is also a fenced horseshoe pit, brand new modern playground, and a disc golf course. The areas above and below the dam in Peshtigo are popular fishing spots that contain warm water fish populations of northern pike, walleye, large mouth bass and pan fish. In recent years the area below the dam has become a popular brown and rainbow trout fishing area. The Peshtigo Harbor boat launch is just an 8 minute drive from our homestead. This area offers a vibrant, rural community full of friendly people. There are a wide variety of outdoor activities within close reach. Opportunities for camping, boating, fishing, and sightseeing added to tours of our many area museums will make your stay as relaxing, informative, or invigorating as you choose it to be. Our natural beauty coupled with the friendliness of our small town atmosphere will make your stay enjoyable and, we hope, keep you coming back for more.

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Northern Glamping Camp

2 sites · Lodging3 acres · Crivitz, WI

We are a small bar and grill 12 miles west of Crivitz WI. Conveniently located right on the ATV and Snowmobile trails. There are plenty of lakes and steams for the avid fisherman. We are located just a few miles east of the Nicolet National Forest. We have great food and always a friendly atmosphere. So come on up and join us for a relaxing week or just a weekend.Camp in our nicely furnished tent cabins, Site #1 ( Bri's Hideaway) is furnished with a queen bed, love seat and refrigerator. Site #2 ( Adam's Getaway ) is furnished with a full bed, 1 cot style bunk beds and a refrigerator. We recommend bringing sleeping bags for both sites during the cool weather camping, we furnish some blankets but may not be adequate for the chilly nights in the later season. We are right on the ATV trails, with many lakes, rivers and trout streams close by. There is whitewater rafting nearby for the trill seekers. Or if you enjoy hiking, the Nichole National Forest is minutes away. You can relax on the front deck of your tent cabin or sit by the campfire. We are a small country bar & grill. We have a great Friday night fish fry, or try our famous chicken dinner, or one of our homemade pizzas, we have wraps, sandwiches and more. We are located 1 hour north of Green Bay, WI. The tent cabins will be open May 1st through October 31st with a shower room available. There is limited heating available in the units. Please plan accordingly. Due to the somewhat limited internet access at the camp sites, we may be unable to respond in a timely fashion to your email.

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River Getaway

1 site · Lodging3 acres · Wallace, MI

Beautiful cabin retreat located right on the Menominee River Learn more about this land: Secluded getaway adventure on the Menominee River Wallace, MI Guests will be able to enjoy fishing, swimming, you can also bring your own kayaks or rafts for water fun. There is a picnic table as well as a pit for bonfires, a small dock to fish off. Easy access, large mowed yard. Short drive away (5 minutes) the ever so popular Deyoung Family Zoo, get up close and personal with several of the zoo animals. Nearest store (Gary's IGA) about 10 minute drive Nearest restaurant Heritage Inn or Little Nugget Food & Spirits 10 minute drive Garage not available/locked

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Sturgeon Bay Edge of Town

3 sites · Lodging, RVs2 acres · Sturgeon Bay, WI

Park your RV or camper on a secluded property surrounded by pines and cedars; walkable to downtown sturgeon bay and the waterfront. Tucked into a wooded section of the property with shaded cover and a firepit, enjoy 'camping' right in town. Water and electric available but you must empty sewage off site.

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Cabin on the lake

2 sites · Lodging130 acres · Rapid River, MI

Learn more about this land: Cabin on lake with no public access. Owner's home is out of sight and sound 1/4 mile away. Pasture and forest property borders 2500 feet of private lake front. Property also borders the Hiawatha National Forest. Great pike fishing on shallow lake with access to 10' jon boat with oars and four single seat kayaks. Life vests beneath bunks. Cabin is one open room with bunk beds that sleep 4 plus a full size futon. Cooking and dish water is provided by hanging 7 gallon jug over kitchen sink. No indoor toilet, outhouse available. Gas cooking stove and wood burning stove/oven for heat and cooking. Battery powered electric lights and inverter for small devices. Wood burning sauna outside. Water, box of firewood, pots and pans, and utensils provided. Bring food, ice, and drinking water. Bring charcoal and lighter fluid if you want to use small grill outside. Dogs are welcome just not on beds or futon :)

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Dunbar WI Creekside wooded escape!

1 site · RV, Tent38 acres · Pembine, WI

Learn more about this land:Camp in the maple, oaks & pines. Outhouse near the old cabin site. Fire pit and firewood provided. Enjoy the 38 acres with rock outcrops, deer trails & walking trail. Enjoy local UTV-ATV, snowmobiling, hiking, kayak or fish local lakes / beaches. Great nightlife 4 miles west or 4 miles east. Waterfalls within 5 miles. Large open area for your RV or travel trailer on level ground. Bring your pets to roam the woods and trails. Easy parking onsite driveway. The old cabin will have your garbage can inside along with fire starting paper and matches. Check out the map on the table inside old cabin to help find a spring and large rock outcrops for a picnic. Leave from this property to access UTV trails North and West of property via some road running.

South River Getaway

2 sites · Lodging30 acres · Garden, MI

Edit this property description on Hipcamp with proper grammar and punctuation: Enjoy your time in this beautiful yurt style bell tent equipped with beds, wood stove in colder months and everything you need in the gorgeous woods of the Garden Peninsula. Located on private land with miles of ancient ice age escarpment cliffs and ledges to discover. Only one mile from historic Fayette State Park ghost town and Sherrys Pirt family bar and restaurant .

The best camping near J W Wells State Park guide

Overview

About

With 678 acres and a sweet three miles of shoreline, it’s easy to see why Wells State Park is popular and well traveled. Long long ago a man named Wells pioneered Green Bay for lumber and boomed business of sawmills and lumber companies. Over the years, the park became famous for its gorgeous waters and excellent camping!

Come for the day and take a dip in the gorgeous sand beach or party it up in the picnic area that is large and can fit your entire tribe. If you wanna stay beneath the stars, stay overnight at one of the modern campsites. The sites are nice and grassy, making for sweet sleeping conditions. The beaches are clean and clear. All ya’ll clean freaks rejoice—reports show that Wells has the best bathroom reviews of all time. Wells accommodates all nature lovers, including those who need a little more than fabric separating them from the sky. Rent a rustic cabin, or reserve a spot at the lodge that can sleep up to twelve peeps. Wells, whatcha waiting for?

When to go

The ideal time to visit J W Wells State Park is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is warm and the park is fully accessible. Fall also offers a spectacular display of changing leaves. Winters can be harsh, with some facilities closed, so it's less ideal for visits.

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.
Verify the park's operating hours, typically from 8:30am to 5pm, before planning your trip.
Ensure you have a valid Recreation Passport for park entry.
Trail maps are available for download; consider bringing a physical copy for navigation.