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Hailey
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
We had such a wonderful time at Elysium. Kim was so welcoming and helpful, the place had such a cute setup.
Got to see so many stars that night, truly felt magical!
The farm animals were a definite plus!!
Would come through again
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Kristian
November 2025
Tent
With pets
Perfect for a getaway. Really nice place if you intend to stay in camp. Highly recommend.
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Lauren
November 2025
Tent
I loved staying at Kim’s property! Thank you for your kindness.
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jacqueline
October 2025
22 ft Class B
With pets
Absolutely beautiful retreat! Private wooded camping site with adorable outhouse. We arrived around 7pm and Kim surprised us with our camp fire burning to welcome us.
The next morning we wandered endless forest trails finding new areas to explore around every corner. Small ponds, wandering canals, covered bridge, adorable goat paddocks, friendly hens, comical emus, tiny beaches, etc. There is something for everyone but it was just perfect for what we needed. Thank you Kim & Jeff; we loved our stay.
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Alex
October 2025
Tent
Great spot to camp. Host was very friendly and helpful. Purchased the add on wood and it was a good deal. Directions to find the camping spot were very clear. Site was as advertised.
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Lynette
October 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
Our second stay here didn’t disappoint. So relaxing and quiet. Love sitting next to the fire Listening to absolutely nothing but the rustling of the leaves. Taking walks visiting with the animals. We can’t wait to come back next year!
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Isabel
October 2025
Tent
With pets
We had the best time camping at Vine camp! The farm animals were so cute and the property is just stunning! My pup is not a fan of strangers and the campsite was super private and quiet! The owners are also very friendly and accommodating, and the outhouse was surprisingly clean! I will absolutely be staying here again!
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Matthew
October 2025
Tent
Peaceful and quiet location yet close enough to stores and a few restaurants. Waking up and cooking breakfast with the little white goat and his friend the deer was nice.
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Tracy
October 2025
Tent
With pets
The farm is gorgeous — over 100 acres of peaceful, open land with amazing views of the stars and moon at night. I got to hang out with deer, goats, emus, cats, and dogs!!
Kim, the host, is one of the most gracious and welcoming people you’ll ever meet. She really takes care of her guests and makes sure you have everything you need. Customer service? Chef’s kiss.
It’s private, quiet, and just beautiful all around. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a relaxing getaway surrounded by nature and animals!!!! 5 stars!!
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Brandon
October 2025
Tent
With pets
I booked the farm camp for me and my then girlfriend, now fiancée for a weekend tent camping trip. It was our first camping trip together and the farm camp had plenty of amenities. The composting toilet was very clean, the covered picnic bench and fire grill was all we really needed for food, but there was a grill available for us it use as well. There were plenty of chairs too! The only thing missing was a shower but we used the BP gas station for showers. Only cost $5 per shower.
There was tons of trails to walk down and if you love animals there were all sorts of critters to see. The pigeon cages are right next to the farm camp and you can hear them softly cooing from the camp if you listen carefully. There were a couple kittens, tons of chickens, some ginormous rabbits, and my favorites were the friendly goats!
The campsite was extremely private. Those that are looking for a romantic getaway should strongly consider this place!
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Addie
October 2025
Tent
With pets
This was a spectacular campsite - we booked a last-minute camping trip with friends and this little forest & farm were exactly what we needed. Woke up to farm fresh eggs, coffee over the fire and then did a little farm walk followed by mushroom foraging on the property (found some awesome species!). Kim was so helpful and welcoming, she even helped up hose off our muddy dog after a spill lol. She told us of some planned additions to the land that they’re working on and I’m very excited to come back and see the projects in full swing. Hipcamp never fails to lead us to awesome sites with interesting folks that are generous enough to share them with us - this is another one for the book!
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Noelle
September 2025
Tent
great private camping spot with lots of lil trails and still close to town if you need a quick trip
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Lynette
September 2025
16 ft travel trailer
With pets
This is a magical place. We stayed at “The Farm” in a travel trailer. Such a nice relaxing site. From the campfire area with the covered picnic table. We were able to make our meals on the grill. The morning walks with my dogs around the pond and by the goats, chickens and ostriches. They loved that. 😊
We can’t wait to return in October. ❤️
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linda
September 2025
24 ft Class B
This place was amazing. Convenient to Rte. 75, yet beautiful, private setting. Kim was an amazing host. Her attention to detail was obvious throughout our campsite (Vine Camp). We'd definitely come back. It's a 5 star place!
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Carrie
September 2025
29 ft Class C
With pets
Super quiet, very pretty and peaceful. Had a great stay! Will definitely come back to stay again.
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Melissa
September 2025
21 ft travel trailer
With pets
We loved our stay at Elysium Heritage Farm! It was so peaceful and the property was beautiful! We enjoyed our walks and being in nature. A hidden gem for sure!
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Lisa
September 2025
Tent
With pets
Our little campsite was absolutely perfect! The property is beautiful, we had fun exploring the trails and meeting the animals! Kim was so welcoming and kind. The outhouse at our site was surprisingly really great, clean and fully stocked. Only spent one night but will definitely be back! It was such a lovely quick trip out of the city!
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Bret
September 2025
22 ft travel trailer
What a nice place. Lots of walking areas in addition to a great, no fantastic camping site. I was so surprised with what they offered. Much more than most. A compost toilet with soap and water for clean up. A beautiful fire pit, a picnic table with a table cloth, 30 amp electrical service to name a few. They even had lights in the picnic table pavilion. This is 5 star for sure.
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Ian
September 2025
Tent
We had an awesome time at B’Mos hideout. A great nature sanctuary with a very hospitable and responsible host Bryan - who also gives plenty of space and privacy. We ran out of wood on our second night and Brian popped over in 15 minutes with more bundles. The property is well kept. Great place to hangout and be one with nature. If you’re looking for a hardcore hiking experience tho, this is not that. The trails on the property go in a loop, and there is plenty of hiking to do off trail, but it’s not the miles of trails you may find in a state park. This property is in a rural neighborhood, so some of the neighbors have working dogs, others have shooting ranges, and there is a road nearby so it’s not 100% secluded from civilization. Nonetheless, it was a fantastic way to slow down, recharge, and enjoy the breeze in the trees!
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Angela
September 2025
Tent
I stayed for just a night passing through during my travels, but the site was beautiful.
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The best private sites RV parks near Saginaw guide
Where to go
Saginaw Surrounds
The Saginaw River runs right through downtown Saginaw, providing urban boating and fishing access. Hikers and bikers can take the nearby Saginaw Valley Rail Trail 11 miles to St. Charles in summer (the multi-use trail is utilized by skiers in winter).
Bay City State Park
Just 25 minutes from Saginaw, Bay City State Park sits on a sandy beach of Saginaw Bay that’s perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing. Tent and RV camping sites feature picnic tables, fire rings, and restrooms, while observation towers let campers study the wildlife in the park’s Topico Marsh.
Lake Camping on the “Thumb”
About 80 minutes northeast from Saginaw are two state parks on Lake Huron at the tip of Michigan’s thumb. Sleeper State Park has lakeside camping with sunrise and sunset views, plus a dune forest you can explore. Port Crescent State Park, meanwhile, is a designated Dark Sky Preserve with excellent stargazing and a campground offering both cabins and geodesic domes.
Tawas Point State Park
An hour and a half north of Saginaw is Tawas Point State Park, a 183-acre lakeside getaway set on the sand spit that separates Tawas Bay from Lake Huron. The park links up to the Tawas Bay Multi-Use Trail for biking or hiking on the lakeshore, and campers have plenty of options—choose from tent sites, RV sites, and cabins.
When to go
With late sunsets and warm days, summer is the best time to visit Saginaw for a camping trip. The autumn fall foliage transformation is also a beautiful time to camp, while spring and fall are prime for spotting migrating birds. Winters are dark, cold, and snowy—most campers steer clear unless opting for a cozy cabin rental.