- Great Views
The best great views camping near Mount Pleasant
99% (258) • 6 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Mount Pleasant
Gray's Riverside Camp
1. Gray's Riverside Camp
97%
(53)
34mi from Mount Pleasant · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
This property is the perfect location to stop and relax while you are traveling on the White Pine Trail. We have cabins and campsites with water and electricity. It is centrally located between Grand Rapids and Cadillac. We offer river access, kayaking, bathrooms, showers, and a dump station. This is an old church camp with 14 different buildings. There is a trail that goes down to the river. My goal is to restore all of the buildings to what they once were. I encourage you to come and investigate before it's all done. I can't wait to see what the next few years have in store for me!
Angie Gray
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$38
/ night
Boondock Ridge
2. Boondock Ridge
98%
(161)
40mi from Mount Pleasant · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$34
/ night
Muskegon Pines-Lake Cabin
3. Muskegon Pines-Lake Cabin
100%
(15)
45mi from Mount Pleasant · 1 site
Pet friendly 2-bedroom, 1 bath cabin on Croton Pond with great views of the Muskegon River valley. The lake cabin has all the amenities necessary for an incredible stay. There is a private beach and a dock for a boat on a large all sports lake. Lake and beach area is accessible on property via 185 steps. There are other lake access points in the area such as Duchemin public boat launch. There is great fishing in the area, and we are approximately 2 miles from the Dragon Trail - mountain bike trail.
https://www.thedragon.us/the-dragon-trail/
https://newaygocountyexploring.com/project/croton-pond/
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$140
/ night
Barney Lake Vista
4. Barney Lake Vista
99%
(90)
47mi from Mount Pleasant · 1 site · Tent, RV
Once the location of a ski resort, this property was bought up by the competition and dismantled. Sitting on top of the old ski hill, this 10 acre property now offers a beautiful view of Barney Lake and the surrounding state forest. This property is situated near a dirt road that leads directly into hundreds of miles of off-road trails and state forest, yet is close enough to town (7 miles) to enjoy the local establishments.
Please note: we do not have access to the lake from the property, but there are plenty of other lakes and rivers in the area to enjoy!
Houghton Lake is a very popular area for off-road/ATV’s, so it’s very likely you will hear quads, side-by-sides, and/or dirt bikes during your stay as they ride by on the public road.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$27
/ night
99% (258) • 6 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Mount Pleasant
Gray's Riverside Camp
1. Gray's Riverside Camp
97%
(53)
34mi from Mount Pleasant · 5 sites · Tents, RVs
This property is the perfect location to stop and relax while you are traveling on the White Pine Trail. We have cabins and campsites with water and electricity. It is centrally located between Grand Rapids and Cadillac. We offer river access, kayaking, bathrooms, showers, and a dump station. This is an old church camp with 14 different buildings. There is a trail that goes down to the river. My goal is to restore all of the buildings to what they once were. I encourage you to come and investigate before it's all done. I can't wait to see what the next few years have in store for me!
Angie Gray
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$38
/ night
Boondock Ridge
2. Boondock Ridge
98%
(161)
40mi from Mount Pleasant · 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.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$34
/ night
Muskegon Pines-Lake Cabin
3. Muskegon Pines-Lake Cabin
100%
(15)
45mi from Mount Pleasant · 1 site
Pet friendly 2-bedroom, 1 bath cabin on Croton Pond with great views of the Muskegon River valley. The lake cabin has all the amenities necessary for an incredible stay. There is a private beach and a dock for a boat on a large all sports lake. Lake and beach area is accessible on property via 185 steps. There are other lake access points in the area such as Duchemin public boat launch. There is great fishing in the area, and we are approximately 2 miles from the Dragon Trail - mountain bike trail.
https://www.thedragon.us/the-dragon-trail/
https://newaygocountyexploring.com/project/croton-pond/
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$140
/ night
Barney Lake Vista
4. Barney Lake Vista
99%
(90)
47mi from Mount Pleasant · 1 site · Tent, RV
Once the location of a ski resort, this property was bought up by the competition and dismantled. Sitting on top of the old ski hill, this 10 acre property now offers a beautiful view of Barney Lake and the surrounding state forest. This property is situated near a dirt road that leads directly into hundreds of miles of off-road trails and state forest, yet is close enough to town (7 miles) to enjoy the local establishments.
Please note: we do not have access to the lake from the property, but there are plenty of other lakes and rivers in the area to enjoy!
Houghton Lake is a very popular area for off-road/ATV’s, so it’s very likely you will hear quads, side-by-sides, and/or dirt bikes during your stay as they ride by on the public road.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$27
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Sarah
January 2026
With kids
This is our second time staying at the cabin and we will be back again! The location is amazing and just what we needed for a weekend getaway. It's clean, accommodating, and the owners are quick to respond with any questions. Thank you for another memorable stay!
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Airin
November 2025
22 ft campervan
With pets
This is our second visit and it was as great as the first! Perfect location with a beautiful view!
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Rosalyn
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Our long weekend at Barney Lake Vista was everything we hoped for and more. The fall colors were absolutely stunning — miles and miles of golden and red trees surrounding the lake. The site itself was private, peaceful, and perfectly maintained. Even the toilet was spotless and just the right distance from camp.
The sounds of nature were constant and comforting — birds chirping all day, a few gobbling turkeys, and at night, the distant howls of what we think was a pack of coyotes. My wife joked they were celebrating something. It was beautiful to listen to, far enough away to keep the night peaceful.
The night sky was incredible — so many stars, it felt magical. Our two senior dachshunds loved it too, especially soaking up the sun in the crisp fall air.
Adam and Sarah were wonderful hosts — friendly, helpful, and thoughtful. They even dropped off a bunch of dry wood after a rainy day without us asking. It made our nights by the fire perfect.
Having grocery stores just 10 minutes away was super convenient, too. Overall, this spot is everything you want for a relaxing, scenic getaway — quiet, beautiful, and full of nature’s charm. We can’t wait to come back! 🌲🔥
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Kenny
October 2025
26 ft Class C
With pets
Beautiful views not far from the highway but isolated enough to make this site an amazing get away! Just wish the weather played nicer for us!
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Patty
October 2025
14 ft travel trailer
With pets
Wow what a view!!! Easy to find and get around from. Clean restrooms and a trash can! Fire wood was a good deal, probably my favorite hip camp so far
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Sarah
October 2025
With kids
My son and I stayed for a weekend to go fishing and get away from the busy city life. We absolutely loved our stay, were so impressed with the cleanliness of the place, the items available for our use, and the breathtaking views. We will definitely be back!
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Carrie
October 2025
32 ft travel trailer
Quiet and peaceful, loved staying here! The host was super helpful and communicative. All amenities were easily accessible and my family and I really enjoyed our stay.
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Kari
October 2025
20 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Beautiful spot well taken care of. Very clean composting toilet. Loved seeing the stars. A bit noisy by the road but was beautiful!
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Dan
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We had an amazing romantic getaway at Adam and Sara’s Barney Lake Vista. The overlooking view showcased the stunning fall colors across the landscape, creating a breathtaking backdrop for our stay. In the morning, we were delighted to see a flock of turkeys running through the open field below, adding to the charm of the location. The directions were easy to follow and find, ensuring a hassle-free arrival. The outhouse was perfectly clean, and putting the truck in four-wheel drive made easy work getting up the approach. Overall, it was a perfect weekend getaway.
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Nick
September 2025
27 ft travel trailer
Our first hipcamp experience, had a beautiful time with my wife was able to relax and not deal with the adult daily chores lol and in perfect disyajcd from Denton creek trail to ride all day and night. Will be back
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Meghan
September 2025
Tent
You can tell they take pride in their spot! You can’t get a better bathroom experience for an outhouse. Lovely fire pit, great little two person bench. Very well maintained. We are looking forward to returning!
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Martin
September 2025
17 ft travel trailer
Quiet camp, Good conversations with Angie and Russell, very generous with local info and stuff around the camp.
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Jeff
September 2025
26 ft travel trailer
With pets
Grays River Camp was awesome. Angie was a super host and very pleasant to talk with. Attentive to needs and making sure campers are happy. She has done a lot with the campground for improvements, making sure there is a little bit for everyone to have fun outdoors or indoors in the case of bad weather. It was very quiet, clean and peaceful camped along the river. Plenty of room to walk dogs if you have them. We floated the Muskegon during our stay. Angie dropped us off at a riverside park in Big Rapids and we paddled and fished our way back to camp. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we are camping there again the following weekend. I would highly recommend this camp to anyone looking to get away from the congested state campgrounds and larger RV resorts. Great for RV’s and Tents. There is a dump station for RV’s which was a blessing. Thanks Angie, we look forward to coming back.
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Guy
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Nice and quiet with a great view. Extra firewood is a huge plus just in case it rains, like it did when we were there. Great place for peaceful camping.
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Erica
September 2025
20 ft travel trailer
We stayed for three nights and absolutely loved it here. The property is peaceful, right on the river, and has a unique charm with the old buildings from when it was a church camp built in 1940’s.
The host was very friendly and easy to communicate with before our trip, which made everything smooth. On-site, they’ve clearly put thought into making it comfortable—there are snacks (even ice cream if you want it), clean bathrooms and showers, a dump station, firewood for purchase, and convenient hookups with 30-amp power and a water spigot close by. The rail trail runs right past the property, which was perfect for walks, and there was plenty of room for our dogs to explore.
What made this trip even better was that my parents, who aren’t campers, came along and stayed in one of the handful of cabins on site. It worked out perfectly and gave us all a chance to enjoy the peaceful setting together.
What we appreciated most was how small and quiet it felt—not crowded at all, just relaxing and easy. We’d definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway with modern conveniences and a touch of history. We wished we could have stayed longer!
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Ariel
September 2025
With pets
Beautiful views, host makes the house feel super homey and cozy, and its pet friendly :) my boyfriend loved fishing as well.
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Carlie
September 2025
16 ft car
With pets
Great quiet spot, easy to get to, clean and a pretty view!
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Kiylise
September 2025
30 ft Class C
With pets
A campsite with all the amenities for an extra comfortable stay. We enjoyed the bathhouse showers and restrooms and cute snack shop with ping pong, board games, and necessities just in case you forgot something. We also loved having wifi. The kids never got bored because there were so many activities such as a cool zip line, small playscape, basketball hoop, kayaking, and so much more. The icing on the cake was how nice and helpful Angie was. The property is the perfect place to enjoy camping.
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Sharia
September 2025
Tent
Group trip
We wait all yr for this peaceful, recharge weekend. Worth the drive from anywhere. Everything needed is provided and the solitude is the best thing. Thank u
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Chris
August 2025
17 ft pop-up camper
With pets
Angie has done an excellent job so far restoring an old church camp to what it is today. I enjoyed the peace and quiet and would definitely camp here again.
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