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Blooming Bus Farms
1. Blooming Bus Farms
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Niles, MI · 8 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Blooming Bus farms is a working urban flower, vegetable and fiber farm practicing sustainable, organic, natural farming practices. Spread out over 15 acres, upon completion, you’ll find 4 yurt sites and 3 byo tent sites. Working hard contributing to our compost are our alpaca and free range chickens. While this is a working farm, we try to not run any equipment before 10:00am! Inquire about reserving the entire property to host your group getaway!
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Million $ Sunset Camp
2. Million $ Sunset Camp
97%
(467)
Harbor Springs, MI · 8 sites · Tents, RVs
Pitch your tent and listen to the waves of Sturgeon Bay on Lake Michigan. Fantastic Sunsets. Located half way between Harbor Springs and Mackinaw City. Walking distance to famous Legs Inn in Cross Village, MI. The property currently includes 8 campsites with a board walk on the east portion of the Lake side portion of the property to access the Lake MI Beach.
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Elli's Lazy Days Resort & Campground
3. Elli's Lazy Days Resort & Campground
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(170)
Manistique, MI · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Beautiful campground located on the Westshore of Indian Lake in Manistique, MI near Big Springs ( Kitch-iti-kipi), Hiawatha National Forest and many ATV/Snowmobile trails.
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Huron-Manistee National Forests
4. Huron-Manistee National Forests
83%
(29)
National forest in Michigan · 938 sites
You’re going to feel like you struck gold when you visit Huron-Manistee National Forest and you might actually strike gold! Along with hiking and horseback riding in the fairytale forest of lower Michigan, you can also pan for gold or hunt for natural minerals and geodes. If a sparkly souvenir isn’t your fancy, tube down the AuSable National Scenic River or explore the Nordhouse Dunes. The Loda Lake National Wildflower Sanctuary is delight for all your senses and a spot to get that epic panoramic shot. This is a place you’ll want to discover for more than a day, so crack a few fireside brews at one of Huron-Manistee’s campgrounds. You’ll have no issues here striking it rich in both scenery and fun.
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Isle Royale National Park
5. Isle Royale National Park
93%
(35)
National park in Michigan · 168 sites
Find yourself—and few others—in this remote island wilderness.
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Weeks River Camp
6. Weeks River Camp
Dimondale, MI · 1 site
Escape to the tranquil waters of the Grand River at the Weeks River Camp. This private, tent-only site offers an immersive nature experience right on the riverbank. Wake up to the sounds of the water and spend your days fishing, relaxing by the fire pit, or exploring with the river with our two provided 1-person kayaks (paddles and life jackets included). We also provide a selection of outdoor games for some friendly competition.
Important Note on Accessibility:
The campsite is situated directly on the river, requiring a short walk down an incline from the parking area. Please beware that this path can be uneven; as such, this site is best suited for guests who are comfortable navigating moderate terrain and do not have major mobility or accessibility needs.
Amenities Provided:
-On-site Parking
-A private porta-john is provided on-site for your convenience.
-Launch your kayaks directly from our campsite.
-Two 1-person kayaks, paddles, life jackets, and a variety of outdoor games.
-A designated fire pit is ready for your evening fires (please check local fire regulations/notices during your stay).
-Guests are welcome to fish directly from the property with a valid Michigan fishing license.
Optional Add-ons:
Want to travel lighter? We offer freshly prepared breakfast or dinner options for our guests. These can be selected as an “Extra” during the booking process or requested prior to your arrival. Please reach out if you have specific dietary questions or want to see our current menu.
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Jackson Station Leelanau
7. Jackson Station Leelanau
99%
(354)
Maple City, MI · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Our sites accomodate 2 adults & their minors, with 1-2 vehicles at each site's entrance. If you're traveling with more than 2 adults please book more than one site. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor experience in beautiful Leelanau County via Agritourism at Jackson Station! Our property has 4 private tent sites situated among a dense pine forest on our small-scale farm.
We're located between the two popular vacation destinations of Glen Arbor and Leland, MI - both a short scenic drive in either direction. The peninsula has tons of recreation: hiking, biking, beaches, boating, fishing, dining, shopping, wine tasting, and visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes!
Our farm produces pastured, all natural meat, including pork, beef, goat and fresh eggs/seasonal veggies. See the hens roaming, cows and goats grazing in the fenced-in pasture. A variety of cuts of meat from our freezers are available for sale or get a tour of the farm ~ Just ask! You may simply enjoy the scene at your leisure.
SITE DETAILS: Each camp site has woodchips, gravel surrounding a bonfire ring, a clothesline and neatly stacked firewood for sale. Our sites accomodate 2 adults and their minors. We recommend that larger groups or multiple adults book more than one site next to each other (sites 1 and 2 or 2 and 3 are good for this). Quiet hours are enforced between 10pm-7am. This is our home and farm, not a campground, please think of staying here that way.
A water pump (for delicious drinking water straight from our well) and outdoor solar shower are located at camp.
Our land borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll be just a few miles from access to beautiful Lake Michigan beaches. Relax in the sand, hunt for rocks, hike a trail, kayak or paddle-board and watch an epic sunset.
School Lake, known for its fishing from non-motorized boats or a quiet place to paddle. 2 Miles away, access the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, a non-motorized 27 mile groomed trail that follows the scenic M-22 from our location all the way to Empire, MI.
2.8 miles from our camp, you'll find a Mountain Bikers paradise at Palmer Woods Forest Preserve, with various hiking trails and a 6 mile mountain bike trail.
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Life Adventures
8. Life Adventures
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Saranac, MI · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Sleep to the sound of tree frogs, owls, distant coyotes. Walk thru a glitter of fire flies down a trail at night. My black lab Luke or cat Mojo will likely visit your site to say hello and are super chill. 2 disc golf Black Hole Pro baskets on site to practice with.
Only 30 minutes east of Grand Rapids, this property was established as a Youth Camp for 15 years is now a private event venue and campground, so it has nice amenities like FULL restrooms, a picnic shelter, and even a few small cabins that can be rented.
Cabins ARE SMOKE FREE and may not be used as kennels so please keep pets off furnature and don't leave them inside when you are gone. You must bring your own queen sheet set. Steam cleaning the mattress will be an extra charge.
Swimming beach is available in Lowell a few miles away.
Fishing rivers and lakes are also in the area. (live bait in Saranac)
Woods site and Open Area have a few different locations you can choose from.
If woods or open shows booked already, please contact me.
Additional fee of $20 per extra tent/camper that sleeps an adult.
Picnic shelter is also available.
Use my website to RSVP entire camp area for an event such as wedding.
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Camp Moonshadow
9. Camp Moonshadow
99%
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Honor, MI · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Our property was originally the only homestead on this road. WE offer 4 Walk in Tent sites and a RV site for small campers up 20 -24 ft- 20 Amp service Only!!!
The big barn was built over 100 years ago and is still standing.
The farm house was built in 1907.
It has been remodeled with a second story added.
Pine trees were planted to prevent erosion in the 1960's.
The national park began buying land near us in the 1970's and the boundary line to the park is a half-mile from Moonshadow Camp.
The area is surrounded by state forests and many hiking and biking trails.
Our valley is known for incredible stargazing.
Amenities include full access to the Camp kitchen and dining area. You will also have access to a Portable restroom and hand washing station which is located by our BIG BARN. Hot Showers, no problem, you can enjoy a secluded private shower in our shower house which has indoor and outdoor showers. Nearby is Lake Michigan and Esch Rd beach. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lake shore is nearby and The National Park is famous for attractions , trails, and hiking. 20 amp Electricity and Water is included in the RV site.
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Hiawatha National Forest
10. Hiawatha National Forest
92%
(32)
National forest in Michigan · 513 sites
This woodland wilderness borders not one but three of Michigan’s Great Lakes.
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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
11. Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
100%
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National park in Michigan · 211 sites
Sand dunes tower 450 feet above Lake Michigan.
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Ludington State Park
12. Ludington State Park
100%
(30)
State park in Michigan · 373 sites
Take a beach break at two lakes in one at this sandy state park.
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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
13. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
94%
(41)
National park in Michigan · 65 sites
Sandstone cliffs and wild beaches fringe America’s first National Lakeshore.
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Mulln-Heim Vineyards
14. Mulln-Heim Vineyards
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Baroda, MI · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a 3rd generation "Family Farm" of a different sort I suppose. Seems there's a bit of everything here, and arguably not enough of anything. At least for conventional farming. So we've learned to do things a bit differently.Our main crop is wine and juice grapes since our topography, climate, and soil type makes it a premier location for that. But with 30+ acres of forested hillsides, low ground, and natural areas we've evolved into a mixed farm and forest enterprise. Our goal is to utilize the productivity of all our property while still retaining the basic character and usefulness of the wild areas. Letting each thing be what it wants to be and does best on it's own. Flow, not force.So our year starts early with tapping maple trees and making maple syrup. Plus there's grape trimming about this time as well. When the forest floor starts to green up a bit later, we start digging Ramps, or Wild Leeks in the woods. Most of these will go to the more trendy Chicago restaurants, but we also have some local sales. Next comes inoculating winter-cut logs with Shiitake spawn for next years mushroom production. This year we also conducted a few hands-on workshop seminars on mushroom growing as well. Then it's on to our raised bed herb & veggie gardens. (Fresh herbs are just so much fun to cook with!) We grow enough for our own yearly use, as well as some for direct sales. Summer keeps us busy tending all the different crops here and trying to keep up. But there's that steady progression of fresh veggies to eat. Yum !!! Fall brings our annual Grape U-Pick in September and October. And we try to time related crops like mums, pumpkins, and gourds for this same time frame. Makes the place a bit more interesting. Late fall is when we bring in firewood to heat the house and workshop. Stacks of wood everywhere. Hopefully before the 1st snow. In winter it's time to fire up the woodworking shop and be a bit creative. Build furniture, equipment maintenance, who knows what next years projects will include. I like to keep everybody guessing.So, that's what goes on here. You're welcome to check it out, lend a hand, relax back at camp, walk the vineyards and/or forest, or just breathe and relax. That's up to you. But I would recommend visiting a few of the fine local wineries. Seems there's a festival going on at one or another of them just about every weekend. Good music, good wine, good times. And there's the Lake Michigan beaches a few miles down the road.Yeah, this is a pretty casual place here, love meeting new people, very open to civil discussions of all sorts.However, rude, ill mannered people will probably enjoy staying elsewhere. Just say'n.
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Superior Times Resort & Campground
15. Superior Times Resort & Campground
94%
(447)
Au Train, MI · 35 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Hello, and welcome to Superior Times Resort and Campground!
We would like to take a moment and introduce ourselves. Our names are Tom and Heather Holmstrom. We were married in 2016 and have four children as part of our blended family. We are both originally from the Upper Peninsula. Superior Times Resort and Campground was the result of us wanting to do something “outside of the box” that would allow us to raise our family and show them there is more out there than the traditional path. We also wanted showcase our love and respect for the beauty of the Upper Peninsula; the area that many refer to as “God’s Country.”
In December of 2016, we mistakenly pulled into the driveway of this property. At that time, it was known as Coleman’s Paradise Resort. There was a For Sale sign marking the property. We both knew at that point our fate was sealed to become this property’s new owners. We learned that this property had been a family vacation destination for nearly 100 years. We could only imagine the special memories that had been made here over the years! We wanted to become a part of that deep history.
Through the many years of the resort’s history, the owners had changed and the cabins were showing true signs of their age. We knew there was A LOT of work that simply had to be done. On a wing and prayer, we somehow made this great resort ours. In April of 2017, we opened what we named Superior Times Resort and Campground. We pulled up or sleeves and went to work!
Thank you for choosing us and allowing us to be part of the memories that you create here. We know that you work hard for your own money, as we do. Knowing that you chose our resort to support, means a lot to our Superior Times and Resort family team. We truly appreciate your loyalty and give special thanks to our returning customers. There is nothing more rewarding to us than a return visit! It means to us that we have exceeded your expectations.
Thank you for considering us for your next vacation!
Tom and Heather Holmstrom
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Dragon Adventures Base Camp
16. Dragon Adventures Base Camp
97%
(115)
White Cloud, MI · 11 sites · Tents, RVs
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!
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Pickerel Lakeside Campground and Cottages
17. Pickerel Lakeside Campground and Cottages
Bitely, MI · 37 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Pickerel Lakeside Campground and Cottages offers a fantastic getaway for relaxing family vacations.
Campground offers 26 lakefront, 15 spacious pull-through lake view and 4 rustic sites.
Our "just like home" cottages are fully modern, spacious, neat and squeaky clean. Sliding glass doors overlook the lake and wooded settings. Each has fully modern bath and kitchen facilities, living/dining rooms with comfortable furnishings, private bedrooms, air conditioning, ceiling and/or floor fans, television, picnic table, fire pit and charcoal grill. There is also a swimming area, boat launch and dock usage. Everything you need to feel right at home!
Fun family activities may include boating, fishing, swimming, volleyball, basketball, horseshoes, hiking and biking. There is also a covered lakefront pavilion with electric and a fish cleaning station to clean your day's catch.
Over 35 wooded acres and over 700 feet of Pickerel Lake frontage is the setting for our quiet, family orientated campground. Get back to nature while you sleep under the stars and wake to fresh air, warm breezes and birds singing. You may find yourself picking up a new hobby – studying our great Michigan wildlife or locating constellations in the star-filled sky!
Our 45 site campground with level lakefront, pull-thru and rustic sites, has 20/30/50 amp electric, fire ring and picnic table on each site. There is a disposal station, centralized water, and extremely clean outhouses. We do not have flush toilets or showers.
We have an expansive 700 feet of lake frontage with grassy beach, buoyed swimming area, covered lakefront pavilion, boat launch, beach volleyball, basketball, horseshoes and walking trails.
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Northern Oasis Camping
18. Northern Oasis Camping
97%
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Negaunee, MI · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Our property is located between Marquette and Negaunee, in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. We are 7 miles from downtown Marquette, 8 miles from the shores of beautiful Lake Superior and 53 miles from Pictured Rocks National Park. We are about 4 miles off of US 41 nestled in a quiet forest like setting.
We built our home here in 2019 and are continually making improvements to the land. We tap our trees for maple syrup in the spring-you will drive by our "sugar shack" and raise chickens in our very nice coop -no roosters to awaken you!
Come and enjoy some peace and quiet at our Northern Oasis!
There is guest internet but its patchy in camping area-better closer to the house and large firepit area
There is a charcoal grill near communal firepit area.
We are near 2 river basins(McClure Basin and Dead River Basin) for fishing, swimming and boating ( kayaks and canoe for rent on this site-see extras! ) We are on the route of the Ore to Shore Mountain Bike epic and not far from the North Country Trail.
We have options of open sites and a couple more private wooded sites. There are at least two areas for small campers and several choices for tents and/or hammocks..
There is a communal/central fire pit, picnic table area as well as a larger fire pit with picnic table closer to house. We have nice fire wood available on site -see "extras" or for purchase when you get here!
There are yard games, extra chairs and a small table in the red shed. This can also be used as a storm shelter if needed!
There is a "port-a-john" on site- extra TP is kept in red shed hanging on nail in a bag. Please let us know if this needs attention.
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Dalton Traders Tents RV's Cabins
19. Dalton Traders Tents RV's Cabins
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Twin Lake, MI · 3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
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
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2Chicks And A Farm
20. 2Chicks And A Farm
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Bangor, MI · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
2Chicks And A Farm is a small working farm on 20 acres, owned and run by Julie & Theresa Graham. We are 13 minutes from South Haven and Lake Michigan, 30 minutes from the city of Kalamazoo and just under an hour from Grand Rapids.
Those of you who have visited in the past will notice that we significantly downsized this year. Due to Township and State regulations, we are now limited to offering only four campsites unless we get licensed, which at this time is cost prohibitive. So, we have selected the four most highly rated sites and upgraded them, to truly make your experience here special.
About half of the 20 acres is wooded, with walking trails around the property, to include our fish stocked pond and a little tributary of the Black River.
All sites have a fire ring, or metal fire pit, and picnic table.
We have an outdoor propane shower that provides both hot and cold water.
A free refreshment bar is available 24/7. Feeling a little peckish before breakfast, or after dinner? Help yourself to a snack and a hot or cold drink.
You are welcome to collect eggs for breakfast and fresh produce from our gardens (for a fee).
We are a working farm and registered as two Non-Profits. One an animal rescue, primarily working with cats. At any given day we have 20-30 cats roaming around the farm. All are under the care of our vet, vaccinated, spayed or neutered and treated for fleas and ticks. All important because they will want to interact with you. Some will want to sleep with you.
Our 100 plus flock of poultry, comprised of chickens, ducks, geese and turkeys, free range during the day, so leave the Prada's at home.
If you are staying at Sam's Place, your closest neighbors will Penelope and Petunia, our two female sister pigs. The prevailing winds are down from your site, but you may hear them squabble. Our herd of Nigerian Dwarf goats will love your attention and treats we can provide. Arriving in March is Jack, a miniature donkey...we are very excited!
Please try to check-in by 8pm. Exceptions can be made. There are locally mandated quiet hours (10-7 Sun through Thur, and 11-7 Fri and Sat). Hanging out by a fire and chatting is fine.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Danielle
2 days ago
Tent
Easy access to the water.
Clean spots and we love the little buckets we get
As a welcome gift
They also have kayaks to rent if you don't have your own.
We have made this our own sanctuary to get away and enjoy nature together
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Tali
1 week ago
18 ft travel trailer
Camp moonshadow is incredible! I will definitely be visiting again. The facility and site are so beautiful and clean, and Rob and Jeanne are incredible hosts. Can't recommend enough 😁
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Ashley
2 weeks ago
Tent
Beautiful campsite! Running water and access to a shower! Staff (Larry and Debbie) are extremely friendly and checked in on us a few times :) had a lovely time!
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David
2 weeks ago
1 night at Dalton Traders Tents RV's Cabins
Beautiful cabin Ed built himself for his grandchildren. You can tell it was made with love and the property is beautiful with a lovely swing and playground just watch out for mosquitoes!
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silas
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
John has a lovely campsite. The kitchen, potty, and fire ring were perfect.
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Jon
2 weeks ago
18 ft travel trailer
Group trip
Another awesome stay! We’ll be back again next month!
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Patrick
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
I absolutely loved this place! So peaceful and nice I booked it twice! Kat and her family are very welcoming and amazing hosts. Can’t wait to come back! Thanks again!
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Bex
3 weeks ago
Tent
We love staying here whenever we get the chance! Everyone is so kind and the amenities were fabulous.
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Rachel
3 weeks ago
Tent
Everyone was so nice. Great experience. Helpful staff clean space easy to get around. Highly recommend
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Angie
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
I felt safe here as a solo female traveler. John was lovely in showing me the campsite. There was a nice trail to walk in the morning, fire ring and plenty of seating/surfaces, prep station with utensils and communal gear, flat spot to park my car for car camping, porta pot nearby. It was quiet and cozy. Would return!
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Patrick
3 weeks ago
10 ft campervan
Loved it so much I stayed an extra night! Cant wait to return
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Peg
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to 2Chicks And A Farm
Just what my partner and I were looking for! Everything was great and Julie and Theresa were very accommodating and amazing hosts. We will definitely be recommending this place to our friends!
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Abby
3 weeks ago
With pets
We love this place so much we've stayed two years in a row. It's a beautiful, peaceful property and the owners are so kind and accommodating. Highly recommend for a cute, quiet little getaway. Thanks to the owners!
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Emma
May 2026
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Hadassah
May 2026
With kids
We stayed at Sam's Place Bell Tent for one night of our spring "moms weekend" with 4 moms and 4 babies/toddlers in early May and had a great time!
Julie's farm was easy to find. We were able to just call her using the contact info in our reservation once we arrived and she came right out to meet and gave us an orientation of the space. Julie is so sweet and friendly and really went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and set for our stay.
Julie had cots with cushions as well as an air mattress (added to our booking in advance) set up in the bell tent before we arrived. There was a buddy heater with propane tank ready for us (VERY appreciated as the temps were in the 30s overnight) and a welcome bucket with assorted snacks, smores kit, and even pack of fire coloring tablets for our campfire. A very generous bundle of firewood was on the site, a picnic table, sunbrella, a couple of camp chairs, and twinkle lights around the tent. Her usual refreshments station wasn't quite set up for the season yet so she made a point of bringing us a large thermos of hot water and everything we could need for warm beverages!
A water spigot and porta potty nearby provided for essential needs and we all enjoyed meandering the farm and seeing the friendly animals.
Lovely space, great host, and fun time for kids and adults alike.
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Larissa
May 2026
Weekend Trip to Dalton Traders Tents RV's Cabins
Ed was very welcoming, thoughtful and communicative. He greeted us upon arrival and gave a quick run down of the cabin/land. He even had a fire already started in the cabin as it was a bit chilly.
The grand cabin was so cute and cozy. The bed was comfy and the portapotty was clean. There was no one else there when we were there so it was really private. A lovely place to unplug and unwind in nature.
There is plenty of clean water and firewood. There were also a few spices, tea, hot chocolate and instant coffee. There is a pan and grate for outdoor cooking but I suggest bringing a pot, utensils and cooking tools!
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Ismael
May 2026
Tent
amazing camp site. a lot of space and beautiful campgrounds. will definitely be back
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Jen
May 2026
Tent
Site was clean and ready for us. Portapotty was clean. Nice level site for our car camping. Small table and two chairs and an hammock. Alpacas were super cute! Just know there isn’t potable water or showers available in late April. To get there, we needed to just put the address into Google Maps as the Apple Maps GPS by the name took us to the wrong place
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Taylor
April 2026
1 night at Life Adventures
Loved camping here! It was so peaceful, directions were clear, and Stephen was accommodating for me for a last minute trip.
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Machelle
April 2026
12 ft campervan
Melissa’s place was great. The campsite was exactly what I needed for the night peaceful, easy to find, and just right. The directions were clear, and Melissa was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout. I couldn’t recommend it more highly.
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Where to go
Upper Peninsula
The Upper Peninsula is Michigan’s wild toupée, with swathes of old-growth forests, sandy beaches, and inland lakes stretching along the southern shore of Lake Superior. This is the spot to escape the crowds, whether pitching your tent by the sand dunes in the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, parking your RV by a waterfall in Tahquamenon Falls State Park, or yurt camping in the Porcupine Mountains. For the ultimate camping experience, the Hiawatha National Forest has some 60 campsites to choose from.
Northern Lower Peninsula
Bordered by Lake Michigan to the West and Lake Huron to the east, the northern Lower Peninsula has the highest concentration of Michigan state parks. Miles of mountain biking, horseback riding, and hiking trails await in the Huron National Forest, where you can choose from modern campgrounds or backcountry camping. Along the coast, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is a must-see, Wilderness State Park is a dark sky reserve, and Ludington State Park Beach is a family favorite.
Southwest Michigan
Grand Rapids is the gateway to Michigan’s southwest, where the shore of Lake Michigan provides plenty of options for a summer camping trip. Lakefront cities such as South Haven, Benton Harbor, and Holland have sandy beaches, historic lighthouses, and seafront campgrounds. Forget tent camping in the wilderness—RV sites come equipped with full hookups, playgrounds, and watercraft rentals.
Southeast Michigan
Michigan's "Thumb" juts out along the west shore of Lake Huron, where Sleeper State Park and Port Crescent State Park are the big draws for campers. Below this, the west coast is ideal for a road trip, peppered with shipwreck dive sites, secluded beaches, and golf courses. South of Detroit and Lake St. Clair, Sterling State Park is the only state park on the shore of Lake Erie, with a mix of RV and tent sites by the beach.
