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Vanderbilt, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Dove And John D.Joined in July 2017
Response rate: 100%Response time: Within 2 hours
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126 ratings · 105 reviews
Dan B.recommends
October 24, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
Beautiful forest with simple trails and good signage to Sturgeon River. Teepee was perfect for fall camp.
Haley F.recommends
October 18, 2022
Woods Site
Amazing! Will be back!
This property could not be more perfect! Plenty of space in between campsites for privacy, beautiful property/ trails. The firewood available was really helpful. I have AT&T and had good service here. The hosts are quick to respond to messages and very helpful. It’s not far from Petoskey, Harbor Springs, and other cool downtown areas. The colors in this area in the fall were even better than the tunnel of trees that we traveled for. We forgot to bring fire starters, would recommend those. Definitely will be coming back here!
Brendan S.recommends
October 17, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Awesome camp site and great location.
Sue O.recommends
October 11, 2022
Woods Site
The campsite was well maintained, very quiet and we didn’t see another soul the whole time we were there!
James C.recommends
September 15, 2022
Woods Site
It was very nice ! I studied the river and fished for a bout four hours. Better luck next time….. Thank You so Much.
Anita O.recommends
September 6, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Very quiet and private site not far off I75. Roads and trails were well maintained and there many thoughtful touches.
Elizabeth C.recommends
August 19, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
I LOVED the tipi and everything about their property and location. It was a perfect place to explore mnt biking in the region. The pit toilet was actually quite pleasant, too. Highly recommend!
Eric M.recommends
August 9, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
We loved staying at camp 437 and will definitely come back:) the quaint trails were impeccably cared for making our hikes super easy while also feeling like we were off the beaten path. My husband and I got our moment of calm, as we were camping with our 6yo and 10mo, in the morning when we brought our coffee down to the adorable outpost near the river. We were also very happy to run into Dove and a friend, as they were so sweet and helpful. It was our little ones first night camping so we enjoyed putting him up in his pack n play in the tipi. I’m already to come back to one of the tent sites when we’re ready:) thank you Dove and John, for sharing your beautiful place with us.
Tiffany C.recommends
August 8, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Amazing peace and solitude
This is our new favorite place! The hosts make sure you have everything you could need. At the site upon arrival was a bundle of firewood under a rain cover that was stacked on top of logs to keep it dry, a bag with dry kindling, a box of matches, and the yellow pages for local restaurants. Wood fire tongs and roasting Skewers were left on the cooking grate for our use as well as a bucket of water for extinguishing our fire at night. We stayed at "the Field" site with wild raspberry bushes in the middle, and were surrounded by woods. There's a private open air style pit toilet about 15-20 yards from the site on its own trail. There was plenty of firewood that was available for purchase for $5 a bucket that was dry and well seasoned. Also available to anyone staying at any site on the property is a rain shelter tent that has umbrellas to borrow, as well as a marble maze, checkers, Chinese checkers, and bubbles, and coloring books with crayons for the kids, a short walk away from any site. We had a clear view of the starry Michigan night sky. The site was quiet, and secluded. There was another camper there that we saw only when pulling out of the gate, had we not seen them at the gate, we wouldn't have known they were there. John and Dove were easy to communicate with and were very accommodating, even when we asked to stay an extra night at the last minute, we got a prompt response. We can't wait to stay here again, and recommend this site to anyone looking for solitude.
Courtney S.recommends
August 1, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
We had a great time!
A great site even for people who are somewhat new to camping! We loved walking on the trails, sitting around the fire, and enjoying nature. Would definitely return!
Julia C.recommends
July 31, 2022
Woods Site
Exactly as described. Well stocked with cute touches. Trails are well marked. Only books two sites at a time so it’s not too crowded. River area is just beautiful and the chairs, umbrella and fire pit are nice bonuses. Cute rain shelter with some games.
Kristeena S.recommends
July 26, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Thoughtful amenities, secluded
Great Site with thoughtful amenities. Love that the cooking grate surface, cooking sticks, rake, fire tongs, etc are provided. Didn’t see or hear the campers from other sites all weekend so you definitely feel like you’re primitive camping.
Courtney V.recommends
July 23, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
Great Quiet Camping Tipi style :)
Awesome accommodations, easy to find, and located on a beautiful property. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and wish we would have walked to the river sooner! It was our first time using Hipcamp and we are already planning our next adventure! Thank you for having us!
Silvestre S.recommends
July 21, 2022
Woods Site
Peaceful, fun and well located.
Derek P.recommends
July 14, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Fantastic and quiet spot to lose yourself in nature. All the camping sites are spacious. Fun short hike to the creek. Great Hipcamp hosts!
Brendan S.recommends
July 13, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
Awesome Experience
Our stay was fantastic, would highly recommend to anyone looking to camp in the area. The river was beautiful and the hosts were very attentive and quick to respond if we had any questions.
Roxanne D.recommends
June 26, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
Tipi amenities!
We loved our night at the tipi and all the sweet amenities Dove and John provide including a lantern, cots and chairs in the tipi, a cord of wood (with fire-starting supplies), tripod for cooking and flowers on the picnic table. We also took advantage of sitting in the cozy spot by the river, wading in the clear stream and hiking their well-marked trails!
Carlie I.recommends
June 19, 2022
Camp 437 Tipi site
Dog’s paradise!
Dove & John we’re the most wonderful hosts! My pups loved playing in the creek & cuddling up by the campfire during our tipi stay. We enjoyed eating s’mores by the campfire and setting down for a few good books :)
For future campers, it does get cold at night. Just make sure you bring a few extra blankets along with your sleeping bag! Everything else was perfect, I just slightly underprepared for the weather!
Olivia V.recommends
May 31, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Perfect experience
Tent camping here was absolutely great. It was so private and beautiful. Lots of spiders but that’s to be expected. They provided a fire grill-type thing, as well as metal prongs for roasting hot dogs and s’mores. The field site was perfect for two tents and the trails were great for walking. Would highly recommend.
Thomas S.
May 29, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Overall great place to camp. Dark, thick woods. Very private. For those who want to get off grid.
Catherine K.recommends
May 27, 2022
Field Site (closed)
Beautiful and peaceful
My friends and I enjoyed hammocking at Camp 437. It was very quiet and peaceful - we didn't see another soul! There are lovely paths through the woods and a board path through the marsh to the river. Don't expect good cell phone service or modern amenities - this is truly a stay in the woods! I would definitely come again if I could.
Allison P.recommends
May 22, 2022
Field Site (closed)
The great reviews are true!
We had a wonderful time hiking around on the land, our favorite part was sitting down by the river. Dove and John are excellent hosts, and very attentive. It’s clear they’ve spent a lot of time to really make their land something special.
Jonah L.recommends
October 18, 2021
Camp 437 Tipi site
Always a pleasure camping at camp 437. Peaceful, clean, quiet and the best hosts hands down. We can’t wait to come back.
Payton D.recommends
October 16, 2021
Field Site (closed)
Lovely little camp
This cozy nook in northern Michigan was lovely to stay at. Quiet and supplied with simple camp amenities, camp 437 was a welcomed place to pitch our tent and relax amongst the trees.
Amy R.recommends
September 26, 2021
Woods Site
Relaxing beautiful property
Great spot. I loved it. There are little marked trails to hike. I didn't get a chance to do all of them but the couple that I did do were great. I would definitely book again when in the area.
The hosts were great and communicated well about how things work. It was all exactly as they explained and there were no surprises upon arrival. They provided a bucket of water to extinguish the fire and some fire starting goodies which was a nice touch.
Beautiful area. Felt secluded and private yet a town is easily accessible near by. Enjoyed my stay and would recommend to anyone looking to camp primitively.
Keegan S.recommends
September 18, 2021
Camp 437 Tipi site
Our Second Trip!
And we are looking forward to a third!
This is our spot, and we are loving getting to explore the wood board trails near the river, listening to the coyotes chatter to each other at dusk, and finding a secret little carved owl in the woods near camp.
Thank you again, Dove and John!
Elise L.recommends
September 16, 2021
Woods Site
Relaxing and quiet site. Great to hear owls at night, nice marked trails to check out. The site was clean and the host was very thoughtful with having everything ready to make you feel welcomed.
Payne R.recommends
August 24, 2021
Woods Site
Great site to spend some quiet time in nature.
Alyssa M.recommends
August 15, 2021
Field Site (closed)
Beautiful place & thoughtful hosts!
We loved our stay at the field site! :)
The camp site was beautiful and so peaceful. We felt secluded yet very safe and comfortable being out in the woods. The nature was stunning & we could not be happier with our stay there & wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else!! When we arrived the hosts had left us with a bundle of firewood, skewers for the fire, tools to tend to the fire, a citronella candle, and a rake; they are so thoughtful and sweet. Overall, a 10/10 we loved it and definitely recommend!
Sarah L.recommends
August 11, 2021
Camp 437 Tipi site
Beautiful gated property with private well marked trails and a spot to sit and relax stream side. It rained overnight and we stayed dry in the tipi. I hope to visit again!
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