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RV parks & RV resorts in Essexville
Covenant Hills Camp & Retreat
1. Covenant Hills Camp & Retreat
58%
(6)
33mi from Essexville · 19 sites · Tents, RVs
Covenant Hills Camp and Retreat is located in Otisville, Michigan less than 30 minutes away from Frankenmuth, Cross Roads Village, Birch Run and many area golf courses. We have 321 full hook up sites (electric, water, sewer, 20amp & 50 amp service at every pole) in three distinct camping areas | Hemlock, Oakridge and the Valley. Our family friendly campground has a strict no marijuana, drugs and alcohol policy.
321 RV Sites with Full Hook-Ups; 55 Pull Through Sites
Sites include picnic table, firepit. Amenities Include: Beach, Lake Access, Gaga Ball, Playground, Dog Park, Open Green Spaces to Play, Hiking Trails and more.
Most activities are open to the public on Saturdays and a schedule is posted online and handed out at check-in for Boating, Archery, Game Room, Ice Cream Shop, Climbing Tower, Zip Line and More
6 Months of Camping May (Pre-Season April 1-30)
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Full hookups
Secord Lake Campground
2. Secord Lake Campground
83%
(6)
39mi from Essexville · 20 sites · Tents, RVs
Nestled in the heart of Gladwin, MI, our campground offers a unique blend of convenience and natural beauty. Whether you're looking for a day on the lake, the trails, staying for the season, or just passing through Secord Lake Campground has something for everyone.
At Secord Lake Campground, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch amenities to enhance your outdoor experience. From essential comforts to exciting recreational opportunities, we have everything you need for a memorable stay.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Ogemaw County Fair
3. Ogemaw County Fair
47mi from Essexville · 25 sites
Located in West Branch, Michigan, Ogemaw County Fair can host your family camping trip, your family reunion, or any other number of events. We invite you to come and enjoy camping in our wooded camping area on the fairgrounds property. We have several amenities to offer including horseshoe pits, a basketball court, a playground, access to the Rifle River for fishing and wading, Wangler Pavilion, and more. We feature 70 wooded sites with water and electric 30/50 amp hookups, 40 wooded rustic campsites, and 20 wooded group camping areas with electricity! Whether it's for a short or long-term stay, we hope to see you soon!
***If the grounds are rented by a group then open camping may not be available. A fair week camping is full, however, you may be added to a list for another year if a site should become available***
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Private RV sites in Essexville
WaterFront Saginaw Bay
1. WaterFront Saginaw Bay
100%
(22)
8.3mi from Essexville · 1 site
Waterfront RV Site on the Quanicassee River
(at the mouth of Saginaw Bay)
Enjoy direct riverfront access with a private deck/dock — great for fishing, watching sunsets, and relaxing while spotting wildlife.
NEW, Putting green and DOCK. Bring your boat and keep it tied up beside your campsite. Very cool!!!
Included at no extra cost:
Kayaks - Canoe
Site amenities:
Fire pit
Picnic table
Park grill
50AMP / 30AMP electric
Water hookup
WiFi
Frankenmuth, Bay City, and Saginaw are all within 35 minutes for shopping, dining, and attractions.
A peaceful spot with easy conveniences and plenty of ways to enjoy the water and outdoors.
This standout site combines direct riverfront living, thoughtful amenities, included extras, and a peaceful yet accessible setting – the perfect base for your Michigan adventure or extended stay. Ideal for anglers, nature lovers, sunset chasers, and anyone seeking a serene escape with modern conveniences.
Ready to experience riverside bliss? Book your spot today!
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Footsteps From Frankenmuth
2. Footsteps From Frankenmuth
99%
(43)
17mi from Essexville · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
Enjoy peace and quiet at this brand new hip camp located just minutes from downtown Frankenmuth. Just off I-75 but far enough to not hear the noise! This property features a blacktop circle driveway for easy in & out access. Our property offers the perfect getaway for nature lovers, families, and solo adventurers looking to unwind and connect with the great outdoors.
Location:
Located just 8 miles from downtown Frankenmuth and 10 miles from the Prime Outlets of Birch Run, our campsites are easily accessible yet provides a secluded haven away from the hustle and bustle.
Accommodations:
We offer several types of accommodations to suit your camping style:
Tent Sites: Spacious, grassy areas with plenty of shade, ideal for tents.
RV Sites: Level, grass sites (or even blacktop if you prefer) with easy access for RVs and campers.
Amenities:
Potable Drinking water
Fire pit
Free Wi-Fi in common areas
Pet-friendly (with prior approval)
Activities:
Wildlife Watching: Abundant opportunities to spot local wildlife, including deer, birds, and more.
Stargazing: Enjoy clear night skies perfect for stargazing.
Local Attractions:
Frankenmuth: A short drive away, offering things from waterparks, world-famous chicken dinners, one-of-a-kind shopping, and Bavarian charm, 1-800-FUN-TOWN has your plans made.
Birch Run Premium Outlets: Shop until you drop at the largest outlet mall in the Midwestern United States!
Rules:
Quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM.
Fires only in designated fire pits.
Pets must be kept on a leash unless otherwise approved.
Please respect our property and other campers by cleaning up after yourself.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
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Grassy Woods Edge
3. Grassy Woods Edge
95%
(10)
18mi from Essexville · 1 site
Learn more about this land:🏕 Private quiet camping on maintained grass alongside of 8 acre woods. 🌟 Great night sky View overlooks farm fields. 10 minutes ftom Frankenmuth. 10 minutes from kayak launch to Cass River. 25 minutes from Bay City downtown river front with entertainment and street dining.
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"Elysium Heritage Farm"
4. "Elysium Heritage Farm"
100%
(184)
22mi from Essexville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
"Elysium Heritage Farm" is situated on 120 acres in Northeast, MI surrounded by woods, trails, ponds and canals. Enjoy access to a small farm that includes fainting goats, chickens, emu, rabbits, and more. Bring your pole and try your luck at some catch and release fishing. Enjoy viewing numerous types of wildflowers, birds, and butterflies. Depending on the season, (and how quietly you walk the trails) you may experience a wide variety of wildlife species. Although we don't allow motorized ATVs, you are welcome to bring a golf cart. Most of the trails are improved enough to allow you access. Absolutely NO hunting allowed on the property.
The property is located just (5) miles off I-75 so it's also a convenient mid-trip destination for those on a longer distance excursion. In case you plan on fishing the local hotspots on Lake Huron (15 minutes away) and are trailering a boat, there is plenty of area to park your rig during your stay.
It's only a ten-minute drive to Pinconning, where you can experience Michigan's "Cheese Town" and all it has to offer. There's a grocery store, numerous cheese shops, and a variety of party stores and restaurants. For the outdoor enthusiasts, don't miss out on going to the ever-famous "Northwoods Wholesale Outlet". Also nearby is the "Saganing Eagles Landing Casino" in Standish. We have resided here for over 30 years and can assist you in many ways to get the most out of your visit.
By the way, the definition of the word "Elysium" is "Place of perfect bliss" and yes, we labeled it that long before the movie with Matt Damon was created.
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Morgan's Place
5. Morgan's Place
92%
(13)
27mi from Essexville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Morgan's Place is a nonprofit campground serving people who have been injured in traumatic accidents to full recovery. We also offer Hipcamp stays and Airbnb rentals so our visitors who are in recovery do not have to pay out of pocket during their stay if they cannot. We located on 37 beautiful acres outside of Millington, Michigan and only 15 minutes from Frankenmuth and Birch Run. We have hiking trails, little goats, chickens, fishing, kayak rental and/or drop off/pick up at Cass River, and offer yoga classes, karaoke on certain nights, and blacksmithing demonstrations! There is a 4 person camper on site to rent if needed or we offer water/electric and tent sites too just ask.
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Water hookup
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Verity acres
6. Verity acres
98%
(22)
31mi from Essexville · 1 site · Tent, RV
160 acres of private woodland. Pitch your tent, or park your camper under the Pines or under the oaks along a nice ridge.
Enjoy walking camping hiking with no neighbors on private property can also walk to state land for miles and miles of hiking opportunities.
Lots of wildlife to view- deer, raccoons, fox coyotes. Listen to the beautiful coyotes howling at night.
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B Mo's Hideout
7. B Mo's Hideout
99%
(171)
36mi from Essexville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
42 private acres for day use or tent camping. This is a clothing optional green space, walk the trails, play horse shoes bean bag toss or just sit back and relax. It's a great place to hang a hammock and chill or explore the woods, pick wild strawberries early summer raspberries mid summer and blueberries mid summer. Can accommodate small pop up trailers less than 20ft. Check in times may very. Car campers welcome.
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River Daze
8. River Daze
100%
(50)
36mi from Essexville · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
Campsites are all riverfront along the Tobacco River. Country feel within blocks of town. Ross Lake/Beach, the remodeled Beaverton Tavern, park, an ice cream shop and splash park are all located within a long walk or short drive. We are close to Gladwin, Ross Lake, ORV trails and the Juicy Bone. The river flows into Wixom Lake which is anticipated to be back in 2025. Sandy beach with river access .
You can access the river from our canoe portage on the property. Good fishing, swimming or just hanging out. You can also canoe, kayak or tube beautiful Tobacco River or sandy Cedar River. Picnic tables and fire pits are located throughout the property. Good music, games, sing a longs. Hike through the trails to get to the the enchanted cedar forest which is all located in the campground. We have an outdoor 250 inch screen where we project movies, concerts, games, interactive dance videos. For kids and adults, everyone leaves with a smile.
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Water hookup
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Chippewa Henge Camp
9. Chippewa Henge Camp
97%
(60)
40mi from Essexville · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
One acre swimming pond with multiple rustic campsites, common areas include the beach and group firepit. 122 acres with long entrance drive that situates campers next to "Lake Leland" as we refer to the pond. Absolutely no Glass permitted on property! Generators are permitted. A creek crosses the back portion of the property with several trails intersecting.
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Boondock Ridge
10. Boondock Ridge
98%
(175)
42mi from Essexville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Learn more about this land:The spot Is on the riverbank and private.
Beautiful river view and access.
Short foot trail down to the river where there is a dock providing access to river and a artesian well that has been tested for purity
Perfect to tie up a float and watch the wildlife.
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Ruffin It
11. Ruffin It
100%
(11)
46mi from Essexville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:Privacy and freedom,
In between West Branch and Tawas, you’ll be centrally located to choose from many options. Lake Huron 30 minutes away, Au Sable River 15 min away, Rifle River 10 minutes away.
Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, star gazing, hunting, fishing,
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Be Wild and Free
12. Be Wild and Free
97%
(149)
49mi from Essexville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a 76 acre farm in a rural agricultural area. Learn more about this land:This is a 76 acre "farm" that has been allowed to rest for the last 20 some years, surrounded by large agricultural fields. There are areas of pasture, woods, and wetlands. This is a very rustic piece of property, with no amenities. Just a chance to get away for some fresh air.
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Camp Bear Paw LLC
13. Camp Bear Paw LLC
99%
(94)
50mi from Essexville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
Learn more about this land:
There is a great play area for kids, plus a log playhouse and treehouse they can even sleep in if they wish.
You and your guests will have the property to yourselves, to increase your ability to relax and enjoy, so book early!
Catch and release fishing, beach area for swimming, plus zip line, water slide, and giant swing that all land you in the water.
Horse shoes, sand pit volley ball court, and tetherball are here as well.
Wildlife is abundant on our property. We are a mile from ORV trails and State land, 30-45 minutes from the Au Sable, Rifle, and Cedar rivers for canoeing, tubing, or kayaking.
There are numerous public lakes close by for fishing or pleasure cruising.
Treasure hunt a piece of Michigan history by metal detecting along our old narrow gauge railroad grade on the property.
Take a ride on our Bear Paw Dragon!
Bring a whole group to use all four sites and have a private (safe) campground outing! Fees apply to each site used.
We also have 2 RVs available to rent if needed. Contact us for details.
Look for an amazing treehouse this spring!!!
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Twin pines on Elevator
14. Twin pines on Elevator
100%
(1)
11mi from Essexville · 10 sites · Tents, RVs
The Elevator House
Saginaw Bay, Michigan
Just one mile from the shores of Saginaw Bay and Linwood Marina and Campground, The Elevator House is your laid-back basecamp for exploring Michigan’s Great Lakes coast.
Whether you're here for fishing, kayaking, sunsets over the bay, or simply unplugging in the fresh air, you'll find yourself right where you need to be.
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DO NOT USE
15. DO NOT USE
19mi from Essexville · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
BALL TOURNAMENT-BOOK DIRECTLY WITH VILLAGE
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Unionville Village Park
16. Unionville Village Park
89%
(72)
19mi from Essexville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
AS OF OCTOBER 31ST - 2025 THE CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED FOR THE WINTER - WILL REOPEN SPRING 2026
The Village recently installed four campsites equipped with water and electric service.
Campsites are $20 per night.
Free use of the RV dump station for registered campers.
An RV dump station is located at the corner of Brown and Pickle Streets.
Learn more about this land:
The Village of Unionville offers four campsites each with water and electric hookups. There is a dump station available free of charge to registered campers.
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Country Rest Stop
17. Country Rest Stop
100%
(1)
19mi from Essexville · 1 site · Tent, RV
We are located in the Tri-City area. Saginaw, Bay City, and Midland are all about 10 miles from our location.
Our site is quiet and spacious and can easily accommodate a big rig with a tow vehicle, if needed. There is easy access for backing in.
The campsite is located on our Centennial Farm, surrounded by farmland and a large yard. A fire pit with firewood is provided if you let us know in advance.
Dow Gardens and the nearby Canopy Walk are just a short drive away.
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Geri
5 days ago
32 ft Class A
With pets
Was a fantastic relaxing time. Enjoyed fishing on the new dock. Very quiet and perfect for rejuvenation. Kim went out of her way to take of our needs. Will visit again
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Kayla
1 week ago
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
The view is unbeatable! Loved being right on the water and having the canoe available to use. The area was really peaceful and more private than a regular campground. The hosts were friendly and helped us get backed in. We had a great time and would recommend the site for anyone looking to stay in the Saginaw Bay area.
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Dawn
3 weeks ago
22 ft Class B
With pets
I’m so happy we were able to stay here. Kim was wonderful - very welcoming and helpful! The views are amazing and the environment is quiet and relaxing. They have everything you need to enjoy your stay - from canoes and kayaks to fire pits and grills. Make sure you are sitting on the deck to watch the spectacular sunset!
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MICHAEL
June 2026
22 ft Class B
Why stay at a campground when you can enjoy this little slice of heaven. Amazing views. Sunsets. Wildlife. A very peaceful place.
Kim is an amazing host. And if you fish (which I don't), I can't imagine it would get any better. Dock your boat at your site! Use the free kayaks!
Thank you!
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Elisabeth
May 2026
22 ft travel trailer
With kids
We adored this site. The view was beautiful, it was peaceful and quiet, right on the river but looking out onto Lake Huron.
At first, I wasn't crazy about being nestled between two houses, but you know what? It's more spread out than a state park campground and we camp at those often and it's RIGHT on the river. I so appreciate the hosts installing electric and everything here to share their little slice of heaven. They were so sweet to us and our son. I hope to come back again this camping season.
The awesome private deck offered great fishing and we enjoyed watching everyone going out to the big lake on their boats.
They provided chairs and firewood (actual good firewood, too, perfectly dry) which was so nice. We even woke up to a knock on the door with delicious homemade blueberry muffins.
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Kevin
May 2026
22 ft travel trailer
With kids
Kim and Gordon were excellent host with a beautiful piece of property. The site was perfectly groomed and ready when we pulled in, it's a great spot to go fishing or boat watching on the river. Overall it was a great experience for our first camping trip of the season.
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Jerry
May 2026
12 ft pop-up camper
Robert was a great host.
Very friendly and good conversation.
He greeted us promptly upon our arrival and made sure we had everything we needed.
I highly recommend staying at his camp.
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Geri
July 2025
32 ft Class A
With pets
Perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. The river is beautiful to watch, lots of wildlife and fantastic sunsets right in front of you. You are able to fish right from your site. The hosts were very helpful and friendly. This will be our annual fishing spot.
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Timothy
July 2025
19 ft travel trailer
Jim and Angela are great hosts. Clean bathrooms and a quiet, safe campground.
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James
June 2025
22 ft travel trailer
A great campground when visit central Michigan, Bay City or Saginaw Bay. A very quiet campground. Our hosts Angela and Jim were fabulous and very helpful. A stay here would not be complete without a visit to nearby Gladwin.
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Sun
December 2024
8 ft travel trailer
Great cozy tent spot! Couldn’t have asked for more - Robert was a great host. Will stay again!
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December 2024
14 ft travel trailer
What a great deal! Robert was supremely conscientious, meeting us the first night for a very late check in, and setting us up with the solo stove. When it snowed he promptly kept the way out well cleared.
Spot was quiet and calm, in a well treed nook towards the back of the property. For a traveler there’s not much better. I felt safe and that my needs were considered. A very pleasant experience. I’m sure I’ll be back next time I’m in town!
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