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Camp 437 in the Sturgeon Valley

5 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs, Tents40 acres ¡ Vanderbilt, MI
We book only 2 sites at a time on our 40 acre property so you can enjoy a more secluded experience in the woods. Our property is undeveloped, so you will need to bring drinking water, but there's no need to worry about finding firewood before your arrive as we supply you with a free bundle that is waiting for you when you get here! There are 1 1/2 miles of marked, wooded trails that will guide you to the river's edge where you can enjoy the beauty and wildlife along the West Branch of the Sturgeon River. It will feel as if you are in the middle of nowhere, yet the convenience of the small town of Vanderbilt is just three miles away. We are located just three miles off of I-75. The larger town of Gaylord is only a 15 minute drive south. There's lots to do here in beautiful Northern Michigan! Only a few miles from our camp you can go for a swim at Thumb Lake Park or take a bike ride along the North Central State Trail in Vanderbilt. Drive 15 minutes north and you can canoe or kayak the main branch of the Sturgeon River in Wolverine. There are many great hiking trails in the Pigeon River State Forest and the North Country National Scenic Trail is only 6 miles away. This 40 acre parcel has been in our family since the 1950s. My grandparents originally designated it as a tree farm and planted and harvested lumber from it. As a boy scout leader, my grandfather hosted many boy scout troops here and even hosted a boy scout Jamboree in the 1970s. Back then the property was referred to as the "Tree Farm", but after my husband John and I inherited it in 2014 we started calling it Camp 437. Before we inherited the property we spent time camping there and building trails. One of the trails we built was named the "Burns Trail" in honor of my grandparents. Since we acquired the property we have added a one mile loop that circles the perimeter of the property, and a total of about 1 1/2 miles of trail.
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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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80 acres of Secluded Camping

1 site ¡ RV, Tent80 acres ¡ Boyne Falls, MI
Learn more about this land:Tired of campground crowds? Get away from it all with complete privacy on 80 acres connected to Gaylord State Forest. Just outside of Boyne Falls, 15 min from Petoskey and close to many lakes, our property is located at the end of a dead end road. Enjoy Boyne Valley and Boyne Mountain views from easy to access private and primitive camping. Appreciate all that Northern Michigan has to offer with serene and relaxing wooded trails that can be followed onto state land (miles of hiking/ORV/Snowmobile trails). Visit nearby Lake Charlevoix, Walloon Lake, or Thumb Lake for boating/swimming/paddling, or Bear Creek Nature Preserve for additional hiking/natural areas. Choose the main meadow for van/car/trailer/RV camping, or take a short hike through the woods and over a creek to camp on the second meadow or back 40 acres (you pick your spot!). Plenty of nature to explore with quick drives to town for shopping/food. Property is 80% wooded, lots of hills, two open meadows and a beautiful flowing creek. Property map provided upon reservation.
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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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DEER BROOKE WOODLANDS

3 sites ¡ Tents20 acres ¡ Alba, MI
We have 20 acres of beautiful forested land right of US 131, with ample hiking trails. The woods let light in and are beautiful. The location is in between Petoskey and Traverse City and close many Northern Michigan tourist attractions. Each campsite has it's own off the ground fire-it, garbage disposal and a portapotty is provided.
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Old dairy farm

1 site ¡ Lodging5 acres ¡ Gaylord, MI
Previous dairy farm on 5 country acres in Gaylord, Michigan with a modern RV, easily sleeps a family of 5, 3 bunks and a double bed. Camper is solar powered and can run lights and TV. fire pit with chairs, grill, dog friendly (2 dog max), plenty of room for more people with tents or other campers.
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Tent camping with a hilltop view

3 sites ¡ Tents160 acres ¡ Boyne Falls, MI
Learn more about this land:Enjoy peace and serenity on the rolling hills of Lost Woods, a 160-acre property located only 5 minutes from Boyne Mountain. Explore trails, natural springs, and wildlife (maybe you’ll be lucky enough to spot a couple of our resident Bald Eagles!), while unwinding amongst the apple trees, blackberries, and raspberries growing not far from your campsite.
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The Lucky Clover Farm

1 site ¡ RV, Tent80 acres ¡ Gaylord, MI
Our farm sits atop the second highest point in Gaylord, MI. On our 80 acres, we live a simpler life, wildcrafting + foraging for wonderful wild edible plants, enjoying nature, and I could be bias, but the Sunrise + Sunset are like no other up here. Also, The Lucky Clover is a working Lavender Farm, we focus on small intimate events where we can truly make people feel at home on the farm. Our lavender is special because we focus only on the best culinary cultivars of Lavender, they are organically grown and hand harvested... every part of our process is labor intensive, and done with respect + care! Our surrounding area is phenomenal as well, their are many dining establishments to choose from, fun local bands or comedy shows, and much more... I'd be happy to guide you to the best stops in town.
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Kruz Camping

4 sites ¡ Tents4 acres ¡ Boyne City, MI
This is a unique piece of property inside of the beautiful. City limits of Boyne city. There is plenty of open space and wetlands for wildlife. This was once a horse farm.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent. Enjoy your walk to the lake nearby. Enjoy wildlife and peaceful vibes at our great property! We are excited to welcome you to visit with us.
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Hammerhead Shark Ranch

2 sites ¡ Tents25 acres ¡ Gaylord, MI
Learn more about this land:We are located on 25 acres of Pine forest. We have a micro farm where we raise animals and grow specialty berries. Across the road is a large lake. I offer onsite massage therapy for an additional fee. Hiking trails through our forest are available. We also offer yoga depending on our work schedule as we are a working farm.
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Heart of Lake Charlevoix

1 site ¡ RV, Tent20 acres ¡ Charlevoix, MI
A quaint 70 acre family run horse/ hobby farm nestled in the hills of Northern Michigan, a retired couple that wanted to get away from the metro area after 30+ years in the factories and live year round were many call a four season paradise, Come enjoy what their retirement dream location has to offer! Learn more about this land: Beautiful parcel that overlooks Lake Charlevoix and the Northern Michigan hillsides, the parcel resides in a mowed hay field behind a horse farm, when you step outside your tent or camper you have a million dollar view of Lake Charlevoix, 5 minute walk to the historic ironton ferry and the Landing bar and grill, there is a state boat launch just over a mile away (perfect for kayaks) 15 minutes away from downtown Charlevoix, and 25 minutes from Boyne City with the ferry crossing. Perfect off grid solitude, there is a fire pit with provided wood, picnic table also a clean tidy outhouse on the property and fresh water can be provided in 7 gallon containers upon request Pet are allowed but please respect the property owners request and keep them within the camping sites boundaries *also host has a camper listed on rvshare and outdoorsy that can be arranged to be rented on the property as well for the full accommodation experience, just show up and camp! Get out and explore what Northern Michigan has to offer!
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45th Parallel Campgrounds

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents5 acres ¡ Gaylord, MI
Secluded spacious back country campsite in Elmira, MI. 30 minutes to Petoskey 31 minutes to Bellaire 11 minutes to Boyne Falls & Avalanche Bay 1 hr to Traverse City 14 minutes to Gaylord 23 minutes to Otsego Lake Amenities include fire pit, first aide kit, picnic table, fire extinguisher and bathroom facility is available on site. Campers can get water from the outside spout at Star Township Hall located at: 6775 Alba Hwy, Alba MI.
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Looking to go camping near Vanderbilt, Michigan in the United States? Look no further than Hipcamp, where you'll find over 500 options for your outdoor adventure. From scenic campsites to cozy cabins, Hipcamp has got you covered. With an average price per night of $47 and options as low as $12, there's something for every budget. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: House of Bear (179 reviews), Camp 437 in the Sturgeon Valley (100 reviews), and Llama Meadows Eco Farm BaseCamp (97 reviews). Plus, popular amenities like trash disposal, potable water, and toilets are available. If you're into off-roading, paddling, or wind sports, you'll find plenty of opportunities for adventure. Start planning your camping trip today!

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