The best campgrounds near Grand Bend, Ontario with showers

Grand Bend, Ontario is a small but energetic beach town nestled against Lake Huron in the municipality of Lambton Shores. Explore the town’s daytime shopping and spirited nightlife, then hightail it out of town for some outdoor adventure—the natural attractions, from rugged forest hikes to easy waterfront strolls, are the real reason to visit. With two main beaches, watersports are available all summer, as are countless lakeshore camping spots, so the water’s never too far away. Canada's "Florida north" is a dream beach destination for holidayers and Hipcampers alike.

99% (98) • 4 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Grand Bend

Home Away From Home

1. Home Away From Home

99%

(52)

37km from Grand Bend · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Bear Lake Experience is a 42 Acre wooded property , with so much nature to explore . This is a real back to nature experience , close to home . Our 15 sites have 30 Amp power and are nestled along the 2 acre spring fed lake. The property has been in our family for nearly 100 years, we are the 3rd generation that has enjoyed this unique hidden gem. We look forward to sharing our experiences with everyone that comes

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Electrical hookup

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from

CA$59

/ night

Cottonwood Manor

2. Cottonwood Manor

95%

(32)

79km from Grand Bend · 4 sites · Tents

Our 2.5 acre property is located just outside the small village of Millbank. The large lawn area is great for camping, campfires, playing games and relaxing while watching the horse and buggies of the local Amish and Mennonites go ambling by in a manner that speaks to a time gone by. The Perth Harvest Pathway section of the G2G rail trail is quite literally in the backyard. for hiking , bird watching and biking. We have an outdoor shower and large sink in a shed attached to the rear of our garage. It is easy to identify as it has a large white x on the door. We also have a few camping items such as a grill and a few cooking pots and pans in the small shed near the G2G trail

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Campfires

Toilets

from

CA$40

/ night

Grayhurst Farm

3. Grayhurst Farm

96%

(14)

19km from Grand Bend · 3 sites · Tents

We are 15 minutes away from the beautiful sunsets of Lake Huron (Grand Bend Ontario) on a 4 acre working farm. We have a diverse landscape with rolling hills, a small forest, and a pond. We have chickens, cows, pigs, and bees. We have a diverse vegetable patch and beautiful cut flower gardens.

Pets

Campfires

Toilets

from

CA$74

/ night

Grand Bend, Ontario is a small but energetic beach town nestled against Lake Huron in the municipality of Lambton Shores. Explore the town’s daytime shopping and spirited nightlife, then hightail it out of town for some outdoor adventure—the natural attractions, from rugged forest hikes to easy waterfront strolls, are the real reason to visit. With two main beaches, watersports are available all summer, as are countless lakeshore camping spots, so the water’s never too far away. Canada's "Florida north" is a dream beach destination for holidayers and Hipcampers alike.

99% (98) • 4 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Grand Bend

Home Away From Home

1. Home Away From Home

99%

(52)

37km from Grand Bend · 17 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging

Bear Lake Experience is a 42 Acre wooded property , with so much nature to explore . This is a real back to nature experience , close to home . Our 15 sites have 30 Amp power and are nestled along the 2 acre spring fed lake. The property has been in our family for nearly 100 years, we are the 3rd generation that has enjoyed this unique hidden gem. We look forward to sharing our experiences with everyone that comes

Pets

Electrical hookup

Toilets

from

CA$59

/ night

Cottonwood Manor

2. Cottonwood Manor

95%

(32)

79km from Grand Bend · 4 sites · Tents

Our 2.5 acre property is located just outside the small village of Millbank. The large lawn area is great for camping, campfires, playing games and relaxing while watching the horse and buggies of the local Amish and Mennonites go ambling by in a manner that speaks to a time gone by. The Perth Harvest Pathway section of the G2G rail trail is quite literally in the backyard. for hiking , bird watching and biking. We have an outdoor shower and large sink in a shed attached to the rear of our garage. It is easy to identify as it has a large white x on the door. We also have a few camping items such as a grill and a few cooking pots and pans in the small shed near the G2G trail

Pets

Campfires

Toilets

from

CA$40

/ night

Grayhurst Farm

3. Grayhurst Farm

96%

(14)

19km from Grand Bend · 3 sites · Tents

We are 15 minutes away from the beautiful sunsets of Lake Huron (Grand Bend Ontario) on a 4 acre working farm. We have a diverse landscape with rolling hills, a small forest, and a pond. We have chickens, cows, pigs, and bees. We have a diverse vegetable patch and beautiful cut flower gardens.

Pets

Campfires

Toilets

from

CA$74

/ night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Peter

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cottonwood Manor

John provides a beautiful property to camp on, and a nice way to wrap a day of bike packing. The area is quiet and serene, with a beautiful sunset and sunrise. Having an outhouse, and stations with snacks and fresh water was very convenient. I will definitely camp here again if I'm bike packing in the area.

Robert

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Cottonwood Manor

Great place to stay, right off trail and an amazing setup.

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Kimm

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cottonwood Manor

Easy access from the trail, storage, seating, shower. Much better than stealth camping! John is very nice. Thank you.

Willy

August 2025

Tent

With pets

1 night at Cottonwood Manor

If you are a bikepacker and you are riding the G2G (Guelph to Goderich trail) or you are anywhere close to Millbank... This is your place! The camping spot is basically beside/part of a resting area halfway of the G2G, which is managed by John and his family. Worth to mention: John is part of the board of directors of the G2G also which speaks about his commitment and dedication to his place and everything related with the G2G: lots of space to choose where to set your tent, toilet-water-shower-firewood available, easy to socialize with the (many) trail users, John is always ready to provide answers/suggestions to your requests... Moreover, you don't always have the chance to sleep beside a cemetery... Million thanks John!!

Koushik

August 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Grayhurst Farm

Lots of space and it was clear effort was taken to make the experience better for guests!

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Anita

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Cottonwood Manor

It is amazing to to get a camping area to rest and relax while doing the G2G.

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Hazel

August 2025

Tent

1 night at Cottonwood Manor

We had a wonderful time. Our dog enjoyed every corner of the area.

Rober

August 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Grayhurst Farm

The farm was beautiful with plenty of space to set up a tent, enjoy the scenery and the animals. Grace and Jeff were very accommodating and welcoming. We had our 3 year old with us and she had a blast with the animals. Definitely coming back if we can!

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Herbert

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cottonwood Manor

Good communication, nice spot, clean toilet and shower, a nice bench to breakfast. Only downside is the occasional car which seems loud because everything is so silent. We woke up on Sunday morning to horses pulling their buggies. It was a perfect stay for us! Thanks John for hosting us!

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Stuart

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cottonwood Manor

Had a great stay host was very friendly would definitely recommend

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Andrew

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Cottonwood Manor

Simple, clean and a kind host. Perfect for a quick stay while on the G2G.

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Erin

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Grayhurst Farm

Returning once again to this lovely property, owned by the sweetest couple! The farm was, once again, a great experience for camping. Beautiful area to explore for a weekend getaway! Also 10 mins from Mystery Waterfalls and 15 mins from the beach, can’t get much better than that. Thank you again to the hosts!

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Chloe

May 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Cottonwood Manor

Great space for tent camping. Right along the G2G trail so super easy to find.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best camping near Grand Bend with showers guide

Where to go

Grand Bend Beach

As residents know, Grand Bend’s Main Beach is the heart of town and an ideal spot to kick back, take in the sun, comb the shoreline, swim in the lake, or try jet-skiing and parasailing (which you can arrange with nearby rental shops). Because of Grand Bend’s small size, there’s something special about a picturesque, sandy beach being the true centre of the community. South Beach is just as beautiful but often less crowded, so it’s perfect for catching a magnificent sunset melting into Lake Huron’s waters. Camping options near Grand Bend Beach include RV sites, waterside glamping, or even remote waterfall campsites.

Pinery Provincial Park

Spanning more than 10 kilometres of Lake Huron’s shores, Pinery Provincial Park is one of Grand Bend’s main attractions. Explore the rare and biodiverse Oak Savanna and Coastal Dune ecosystems, watch one of Canada’s best sunsets, or take advantage of local rentals for canoeing, hydro biking, or kayaking up the Old Ausable Channel (an important wetland for the area). Pitch your tent by the shore or even rent a unique dome tent—a semi-permanent, spacious shelter that usually comes hooked up with heat and other amenities.

Rock Glen Conservation Area

Head south of Grand Bend to discover Rock Glen Conservation Area. It’s a short hike to the destination: a powerful, remote waterfall with an idyllic swimming spot. Perfect for warmer days, this trek is made even better by vistas and viewpoints with a better sightline of the nearby gorge. The main trails require the use of steep stairs (about 100 steps each) to safely reach the bottom of the gorge, though there are also accessible trails to explore the park. Spend the night tent camping on wooded farmland, checked into a rustic cabin in the heart of an expansive nature reserve, or in your RV overlooking the placid waters of Lake Huron.

When to go

As a beach town first and foremost, Grand Bend is an extremely popular destination in summer for visitors from Toronto and the U.S., and summer is the best time to visit. The cold winters (average high of 2°C in December) aren’t exactly conducive to swimming and sunbathing, but a beach town is beautiful in any weather. While water is best enjoyed in warmer months, the trails and hikes around town are still well worth doing in late spring and early fall.