Lake Darling Campground

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Lake Darling State Park
85 sites · RV, Tent, Lodging
Well isn’t this darling? A modern campground with RV friendly electric sites and tent sites as well as cozy camper cabins all filled with smiling families and friends enjoying the great outdoors. That’s what you will find at Lake Darling Campground and it’s best you join in the fun. Bring the boat and fishing pole for some (no wake) action on the lake. Then hit the sandy beach and the nearby playground for some splashing and romping. Afterwards wander down the nature trail surrounding the sparkling water and you will be one of those darling smiling faces in no time.
What this place offers
No campfire allowed
Pets allowed
Showers
Toilets
No potable water
No picnic tables
Sewage hookups
No electric hookups
85 sites
RV, Tent, Lodging
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Well Within Farm Sanctuary is a forested 10 acres located minutes from hiking, biking, fishing and beautiful Traverse City, MI. Nestled 1/4 mile back from a main road but, only five minutes from The Village of Kingsley, MI with grocery store, gas station, brewery, shops, library, splash park, restaurants and more! You will stay at a rustic campsite with room for a tent or small RV. Recently we have added a 25 ft by 12 foot camping cabin. We provide one queen size air mattress and linens including pillows, sheets and a quilt. There is a private solar shower at each campsite. We do provide a clean well maintained port o potty for use.
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We offer one private site on four acres, including a small pond, beach, treehouse, trails and peace and quiet. In addition to the tipi, there are kayaks, canoe, fire ring, wood supply, cooking equipment, dutch ovens, hammock, and tables and chairs. Campers will need to bring sleeping bags and food. Dogs are welcome. There is a rustic restroom (outhouse), with an outdoor shower. Water and electricity are available at the restroom and campsite. In addition, Navigation Play-Williamsburg, provides outdoor play opportunities at the farm on a seasonal basis. If interested, find her on her facebook page. Our dream was to restore an old farmstead to prairie and woods, grow our own food, make some wine and create a wonderland for grandchildren. The tipi and pond campsite is our way of sharing our place. We love meeting new people, especially those that are looking for a new camping experience.
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  • View of river and fishing area.
  • Deer on property near camp site.

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35mi from Lake Darling Campground · 3 sites · RVs · Iowa City, IA
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34mi from Lake Darling Campground · 1 site · Tent, RV · Oxford, IA
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30mi from Lake Darling Campground · 1 site · Lodging · Iowa City, IA
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Cottage on the Bay

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46mi from Lake Darling Campground · 1 site · Lodging · New Boston, IL
This Sears kit home was originally built in 1941 and has been remodeled to give it a more cabin like feel. It sits on 1.38 acres of land with mature trees and direct access to Boston Bay which connects to the Mississippi River. Enjoy the view from the new deck or take your boat or jet ski down the road to one of 3 public boat launches. This area is known for boating, fishing, hunting, camping and snowmobiling.
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What this place offers
No campfire allowed
Pets allowed
Showers
Toilets
No potable water
No picnic tables
Sewage hookups
No electric hookups

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