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Highbank Lake Campground

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Huron-Manistee National Forests

9 sites · RV, Tent

If you sometimes dream of having your own private beach, you can indulge that fantasy at Highbank Lake Campground. This smaller but popular destination offers access to a 20-acre lake with enticingly warm waters and sand you can dig your toes into. With an ideal location for angling and hiking as well, you’ll need to be an early bird to snag a spot, but the extra effort is totally worth it!

What this place offers

Campfire allowed

Pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

Potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

First come, first served

RV, Tent

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Dalton Traders Tents RV's Cabins

35mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Twin Lake, MI

40 acre secluded wood lot providing tent, RV, and cabin camping. 10 miles from Lake Michigan public beaches. 5 miles from Michigan’s Adventure amusement park. 4 miles from Thunderbird Raceway 2 miles from US 31 expressway. 3 miles from shopping, bars and restaurants. 1 mile from public golf course. 5 miles from downtown Muskegon. 8 miles from Lake Express cross lake ferry terminal. 10 miles from Winter Sports Complex at Muskegon State Park Firewood provided

Dragon Adventures Base Camp

21mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 12 sites · Tents, RVs · White Cloud, MI

Dragon Adventures Base Camp is 23 acres of adventurous fun in the heart of a great adventure area! Mountain biking and hiking on the 43 mile Dragon Trail, paddling on Hardy Pond or the Muskegon River, boating, and the most popular beach are all just minutes away. At the Base Camp you’ll find a cabin for rent, campsites, an amazing beer garden with firepits, yard games, and tons of woods and trails to explore year round! Mark and Amy love hosting folks for their adventures! Come as strangers but leave as friends!

Ricky’s Pine River hunt/camp

34mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 1 site · Lodging · Wedgewood, MI

Hardwood and conifer upland forest w old growth white pine. Rolling terrain with lowland conifer w beaver ponds and wetlands. Trails for hiking or atv riding. Adjacent to hundreds of acres of roadless state forest pretty much inaccessible to most public. On a small tributary to the Pine River, that turns into a canoe/kayak/trout stream a couple miles downstream.

Dreamland Of MI

36mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 2 sites · Lodging · Montague, MI

Come stay in our fully equipped glamping tents (2 tents, sleeping 6–8 comfortably) on our little homestead, just a 5-minute drive from Lake Michigan and the charming beach towns of Montague and Whitehall. We’re also close to incredible biking and hiking trails. Pack your camp gear and your clubs—Old Channel Golf Course, a 27-hole gem, is just down the road. We provide the tents, Japanese floor beds, fitted sheets, pillows, and twinkle lights. Guests also have access to our home to shower and use the guest restroom, fully stocked with towels and toiletries by Fox Naturals. Laundry facilities are available if needed. Your site includes a fire pit, perfect for evenings under the stars. Stargazing here is truly 10/10, with little light pollution—we often see the Milky Way! You’re also welcome to explore our 5 acres of woods right outside your tent. Electric hookups are available, and guests are encouraged to enjoy our garden and produce stand. Pet-friendly (dogs must remain on leash for their safety, as the property is not fenced).

Air & Sun Acres

25mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Leroy, MI

Tucked back in the woods of North Western Michigan. A turn down a two-track driveway takes you into a simpler world. Conveniently located, our cabins are rustic, beautiful, and timeless. Enjoy the solitude and peace not far from local amenities. We live here on the land and strive to share its beauty with you. Need some more room to spread out? Interested in hosting a retreat? We share our land and scenic walking trails with neighbors MorningStar Adventures. They offer additional cabins within walking distance for larger groups seeking connection with the land. Learn more about this land: As an Eco-spiritual retreat center, we encourage our guests to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Walk the trails or labyrinth on our 35 acres or those on the neighboring 90 acres. We share the opportunities to wander with our friends to the south for a seamless experience for our guest and theirs. A second larger labyrinth, medicine wheel and wailing wall are also on the property to the south. Overall 125 acres of woods, creek, gardens and places to wander await you. The Fred Meijer White Pine Linear State Park is only a few steps away an is a paved path way of over 90 miles stretching from Grand Rapids to Cadillac. Plan a bike excursion and stay here half way! No hunting or fireworks iallowed on the property.

Pine Creek⛺️💫Private Hilltop Camp

43mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 3 sites · Tents · Lake Isabella, MI

Learn more about this land:Privet campsite secluded along the Pine Creek high banks. (Designated)This primitive campsite is the only site on our property so there will not be other Campers; giving you peace and solitude. River access close to campsite. ( River trail ) Small Fire Pit. Trails for Wildlife/Bird watching, (Please stay on the designated trails)Sunsets and Stargazing. (Woods Loop Trail )Very private on a seldom traveled dirt road.Chairs and Table, Bucket for water, and Shovel for fire safety included .No power, No Water, No Toilet, No Trash. Leave no Trace. Our Property is home to many wildlife, ( I am just starting to establish this location as a Campsite. The trails are in progress so explore with caution, working on making the campsite even more enjoyable. History- "This is an old party spot from the 70s"Thanks for Checking out the Listing. =)

Endless Adventure

42mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 7 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Cedar Springs, MI

Enjoy a slice of heaven with the richest joys of Michigan, all in one place. Swim, soak in the hot tub or indoor pool (pending construction), meet the floofiest kitties and witness the miracles of a natural ecosystem. Butterflies Wildflowers Kindness Grounding Peacocks Chickens Egrets Herons Diving Birds Barn and shed style cabins (not empty, but they have room to fit some camp beds inside) no utilities. Cement camper pad (hookups not guaranteed, last we checked electrical worked but other utilities not available) . Put your tent anywhere near a labeled campsite sign (or in a secluded area if campsite signs are not available). And so so much more!

Provision Family Farms

14mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · White Cloud, MI

Nestled in Manistee National Forest is a family farm. Trailheads lead to hundreds of miles of public two-track, and the woods roll between oak/maple/beech and aspen/birch. On the farm is a 20 acre lake with a floating island, tent sites, and healthy ecosystems with plenty of wildlife.Our farm pastures pigs, cattle, sheep and poultry, investing in our dirt and our neighbors. We are provision family farms because we provide for our animals even as we are provided for. Drop on in at the house and we may have time for a little tour.In the woods is a small composting toilet, but you're welcome to fertilize our pastures anytime. There's also a shower available in the house.The best time to visit Michigan forests is in October when the leaves turn color and the nights are cool. The mosquitoes are done for the winter and the air is brisk.

Harvest Village - Farmstay

27mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Le Roy, MI

Your Hosts - Dan and Arlene Cool: “We served as missionaries in South America for over 20 years. Our first assignment was in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, primarily at a school for missionary children, teaching Bible classes (Dan) and helping to start up and run a hot lunch program (Arlene). After this we ministered in Paraguay for 10 years. Our final years of missionary service were in Chile where we founded a missionary training school to train Chilean missionaries. Latin American students that we helped train are now serving around the world bringing hope and the Gospel to needy people. Harvest Village helps to support the ministries of our former students. We are excited to enter this new stage of our lives and to share our family’s centennial farm with people interested in healthier living and farm vacationing.”Your stay at Harvest Village helps bring hope to the hopeless; We set aside $1 /per guest, per night, to help our former students who are serving as missionaries in some of the neediest places around the world.

Bear Woods Resort

47mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bear Lake, MI

Nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Northern Michigan, our enchanting 65-acre property offers an unforgettable escape into the heart of nature's beauty. Situated amidst rolling hills and woods, our property serves as a basecamp for your Northern Michigan adventure. From here, you'll find yourself conveniently positioned to explore all the region's hotspots, including the pristine Lake Michigan beaches, a round of golf at the acclaimed Acadia course, the iconic M22 drive, and visits to charming cities such as Frankfort, Traverse City, and Bear Lake. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, golfer, beach lover, or simply looking to soak up the local culture, our property offers the perfect starting point for your daily excursions. For those who prefer the comforts of home on the road, we offer three spacious RV full hook-up sites, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable stay. These sites provide all the essential amenities, including water, electricity, and sewer connections, making it convenient for RV enthusiasts to relax and recharge. Additionally, we offer a unique glamping experience with canvas tents that allow you to immerse yourself in the great outdoors while enjoying the comforts of a cozy retreat. As the sun sets, gather around a campfire, stargaze under the vast Michigan sky, and savor the tranquility of our secluded haven. Whether you're embarking on a romantic getaway, an adventure with friends and family, or a solo retreat, our 65-acre property welcomes you to experience the best of Northern Michigan.

PV's Campground and Resort

14mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 16 sites · Tents, RVs · White Cloud, MI

We sit on over 50 acres that has been in our family for over 40 years.

Hen and Hive Provisions

42mi from Highbank Lake Campground · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Cedar Springs, MI

We are a small bio-dynamic farm situated on 10 acres in West Michigan. the land has small diverse eco-systems. Open meadows with large White pine to dense woods to the back of the property. We have a small diverse fiber herd of Jacob sheep and Nigora Goats along with some heritage Breed chickens including 1 Rooster who watches over the flock. A small group of Cayuga duck work their pest control magic as the snoodle around the entire property. These ducks go everywhere! There are also 2 barn cats, that might visit your camp site if you are traveling without dogs. we also host group of 24 Bee Hives. On the farm we grow a variety of veggies, flowers and Medicinals. We have plots of native woodland medicinals and a variety of other Perennials and Medicinals including Hemp and Cannabis on a very small scale. Everything is grown organically. Sorry, No children under 10 We are also close to the Red Flannel Gun club, quite a bit of the time we hear guns. We are also very close to the Cedar Chase Golf Course if you like golf. Hen and Hive Provisions makes a small collection of Honeys, medicine and full-Spectrum Aromatherapy CBD Topicals that we sell locally and at seasonal markets. Email henandhiveprovisions@gmail.com for a full product list + price list. We hope you’ll come for a visit, we would love to meet you! 💗✨🌈

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What this place offers

Campfire allowed

Pets allowed

No showers

Toilets

Potable water

Picnic tables

No sewage hookups

No electric hookups

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