Camping near Saginaw with swimming
Explore Saginaw Bay, leafy forest trails, and a Dark Sky Preserve on Lake Huron.
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WaterFront Saginaw Bay - All Year
1 site · RV1 acre · Fairgrove, MI
Waterfront on Quanicassee River at the mouth of Saginaw Bay. It has a lighted deck to fish from or enjoy sunsets right in front of the RV site. Great location, 5 min from Hwy 25 (East of Bay CIty {20 minutes}, Frankenmuth just 35 minutes.
High Speed WiFi, Water & 50 amp Power; Sewer. No playground equipment but one of the best RV sites in Michigan (that I have found). The Quanicassee River is one of the cleanest rivers in our area. Lots of boats go out and in by the dock. There are resident eagles, ducks, geese, swans, pelicans (rare) and lots of fish.
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Oak Ridge Farm
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents80 acres · Coleman, MI
Oak Ridge Farm is located on 80 acres in the Mid-Michigan area, halfway between Midland and Mt. Pleasant. We are in the process of creating a self-sustainable, homestead vegetable and fruit farm. Our property is quiet, and the moon and stars are amazing to see on a clear night. If you're looking for a quiet place to get away from it all, look no further!
There is plenty to see and do right around our property. Lots of wildlife including; Sandhill Cranes, deer, turkeys, porcupines, geese, rabbits etc. We have a walking/hiking path that you can explore through our property as well as hundreds of acres of state land right next door! Campsites are situated around our beautiful pond where the sunrises cannot be beat. Kayaks and a row boat are available for our guests to explore the pond.
The AuSable State Forest neighbors our property line and can be accessed from multiple different areas right near the property. There are many trails for horseback riding, dirt bikes, ATVs/UTVs, hiking and mountain biking. The Chippewa River is very close and many enjoy kayaking, canoeing or tubing this river.
Only 18 mins away is the Pine Haven Recreation Area in Sanford. This park has 12 miles of hiking, cross country skiing and mountain biking trails. Horseback riding trails are also available at this park.
Places to see and things to do:
- Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mt. Pleasant
- Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant
- Isabella County Farmers Market, Mt. Pleasant
- Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond, Midland
- Dow Gardens, Midland
- Whiting Forest (Nation's Longest Canopy Walk), Midland
-Midland Area Farmers Market
Midland and Mt. Pleasant are each located about 20-25 mins from our property.
Please note that campsites are rustic. Porta-john, hose connect water and shower house are available during seasonal times (May 1 to Oct 1). Campfire rings are located at each campsite and firewood is available to purchase.
My family and I live full-time on our property. We have 3 young children and a sweet dog that loves people and other kids. On hot summer days we often join our campers at the pond to cool off! On weekends we love to work in our large garden, take care of our chickens, have a campfire, and play outside. We are so excited to host you this camping season and hope you enjoy your stay at Peaceful Pines on Oakridge Farm!
Check out our Facebook page for more info on our property: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556605364913&mibextid=LQQJ4d
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Pennell Farms
18 sites · RVs, Tents90 acres · Vassar, MI
Come out and enjoy a natural rustic getaway. We have 90 acres that feature two ponds, 1 1/2 miles of stream, wooded trails and more. During farm season our farm is gleaming with strawberries, zinnias, sunflowers, pumpkins, corn, and beautiful fall leaves. While you are here visit our barnyard animals, enjoy some of our u-pick crops when in season, bike, fish, swim, kayak, and more. We are a working/learning farm and love to share farm experiences with our guest. We prefer minimal use of vehicles on our farm once you are set up. There is a large parking lot near the front entrance. Please contact us for discount rates of 4 or more nights stay. We are conveniently located two minutes from Downtown Vassar and twelve minutes from Frankenmuth.
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Thousand S.’s Land
9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents84 acres · Lapeer, MI
Thousand Suns is siting on 84 acres of beautiful land. Thousand Suns is a tribal community nonprofit with monthly events, guest stay, ceremony and celebration.
With a river running through the land a spring fed pond with beach, community garden. Yoga studio Beautiful art and amazing people, you will leave the land charged and uplifted.
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B Mo's Hideout
4 sites · RVs, Tents42 acres · Columbiaville, MI
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. Open from March 17th thru Oct 1st. Please call ahead for bookings between Mar 17 and April 14 for site conditions. Sites 2 and 3 can accommodate small pop up trailers less than 20ft
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Camping on our Organic Farm
7 sites · RVs, Tents138 acres · North Branch, MI
WHAT'S NEW ON THE FARM IN 2023
This year we are expecting two foals (baby horses). One the end of April and one around the Fourth of July.
We are also milking a family cow for our own milk as well. Her name is Daisy and her calfs name is Maple. Maple was born in March on the maple full moon. We do a calf share where the calf is with her mom part of the time and we are still able to milk her.
Our mini horse, Annabell is now pulling a cart and giving rides! So much fun!
We will have Great Pyrenees puppies from end of April through mid July. Come and spend some time with them!
We also have two new additions to the farm. A pony mule, named Molly, in which I am planning to train to pull a cart and a cream colored pony, named Whinny as well, for riding.
ABOUT DOREEN
I’m an entrepreneur. I’m all about health and taking care of the mind, body and spirit.
I’m an organic farmer, an animal nut, health coach, mindset mentor
and Psych-K facilitator.
I have six children and hosted three foreign exchange students. I love kids, animals (especially horses) and nature. I love anything and everything about health and personal growth and well being.
ABOUT THE FARM
We have a working, organic farm with a lot of animals, however, we also do crops as well. This particular farm is 138 acres with 8 acres of woods. We have working dogs, sheep, cattle, horses, a few
ducks, chickens, a couple goats, a mini horse and outdoor cats on our farm. We have some super great animals. Most of which are very friendly.
You never know what will be available to see on the farm when you visit. We are expecting a foal (baby horse) this summer (2021)
and are already planning for another foal next summer as well. We often have puppies as well and sometimes we have to bottle feed lambs. There's never a dull moment.
Our farm is unique in the way of having a very positive VIBE to it. The energy is awesome! It's really a space of tranquility and healing if you allow yourself to go there.
After hosting with air bnb for a little over a year now, we decided to give this a try as well. We love hosting people and having them come to the farm and enjoy our way of life. It also helps to have a supplemental income as having and running a small family farm isn't very sustainable. Typically there's off the farm jobs to help pay for the farm life. It's a crazy equation. Small family farms are far and few between. Please support your local farmer if possible! It is greatly appreciated!
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River Daze
4 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Beaverton, MI
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, OHV 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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Camp WhistleStop
2 sites · Tents31 acres · Flint, MI
Camp WhistleStop sits on what's known locally as the "old johnson farm". It was a working farm for generations of johnson's. They were known far and wide for their u-pick Strawberries and "Huckleberry" Blueberries. The big barn was filled with cows and horses; most famous of which was "Showtime Sam" the Johnson's show horseLearn more about this land:This site is our hidden gem! Secluded in the "back field" you will feel like you're all alone out here. Vehicles are permitted in the back field as weather allows may-octoberFacing west, the back field is ideally placed to take in our breathtaking sunsets. Explore the forest, walk along the creek, become one with nature. A short drive or a nice walk to Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad, Bluebell Beach, Stepping Stone Falls, Mott Lake, the Flint River Trail, biking, hiking, fishing and much more!
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Wixom Lake rustic camping
1 site · RV, Tent2 acres · Beaverton, MI
210’ on a canal leading to Wixom Lake. Kayak to Pontoon alley and enjoy the sandy shoreline. Stop at the local bar on the water for a burger and play volleyball. Rustic campsite on a beautiful piece of property close to bait shops, ice cream parlors, party store/ Pizzeria, Eagles club, Moose Lodge and boat launches. Swimming area with a dock to park a boat at.Learn more about this land:This campsite used to be a waterfront lot on Wixom Lake. Unfortunatley we are without water in our lake and will remain this way for roughly 5 years. This site will still be available to rent as a rustic site. No water or electric hook up.
Porta John that is serviced weekly.
Ice cream shop and stores are nearby.
Wooded lot with amazing atmosphere. If you would like to schedule a day to look at it in advance that can be arranged.
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Blue Heron Homestead
2 sites · Tents1 acre · Au Gres, MI
Spend an enchanting evening on the shores of the Saginaw Bay. We are located in the North Bay- the northern end of the Saginaw Bay in a secluded coastal marsh. Enjoy some of the best views of stars in the Lower Peninsula, or roast marshmallows around a bonfire while the sound of frogs singing lulls you to sleep.
Wake up to the sounds of blue herons and snowy egrets coasting over the bay as the sun rises in the morning and enjoy the biodiversity of plants and birds that call this part of Lake Huron home. Watch eagles and kingfishers fish as you kayak the marsh or just lounge in hammocks and enjoy the tranquility of this region.
Activities:
Kayaking- bring your own kayak or use one of ours. The bay is very shallow here and an ideal spot for a leisurely paddle. Take a tour by kayak of the maze of marsh, or kayak out to the tip of Point Au Gres.
Fishing-Perch, Walleye , catfish, bluegill, sunfish, pike and bass are common in the North Bay. Need fishing gear or a license? Stop to Norm's Sporting Goods at the traffic light in Au Gres for a local experience.
Birdwatching- This spot is truly a birdwatcher's paradise. In the summer we see abundant herons, egrets, kingfishers, swans, grebes, and a myriad of ducks on a daily basis. During migration seasons the bird action is endless.
Swimming- although the marshy coastline here is not ideal for swimming you can easily kayak out to a sandbar or jump in, or just down the road is a public county park with a sandy beach.
Visit the Northeast Region! Au Gres has few amenities or restaurants, but 20 minutes north Tawas has ample public beaches, dozens of bars and restaurants, a Walmart and other provisions you may want. The Huron National forest outiside of Tawas also has many great hiking trails, ORV trails and more.
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Olds Road Getaway
6 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Metamora, MI
Dirt roads, great community for ORV with plenty of country around. Very remote can not see any houses from the property. Plenty of wildlife, deer and turkey, and a great swimming hole or fishing pond.
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Country Camp
2 sites · RVs11 acres · Alma, MI
Learn more about this land:Located on 11 acres with a swimming pond and small beach, fishing and a water trampoline, slide and launcher. There is also a campfire pit located down by the pond. We have a few trails cleared out through our woods that can be explored. We have 2 horses, two cats and three dogs. There is also a paved bike trail across the road from us that can be accessed.Electrical is available however, it is very poor and will not run an a/c unit!
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Overview
Between Saginaw Bay and the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge in Mid Michigan, this midwestern town makes for the perfect Great Lakes camping getaway. Saginaw Bay, an arm of Lake Huron, is ringed with beach parks for relaxing lakeside swimming, boating, fishing, and camping. And even better, the Saginaw Bay watershed is an important migratory bird habitat that draws birders during spring and fall migrations. South of Saginaw, the hardwood forests and wetlands of the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge feature miles of hiking routes, mountain biking trails, and paddling paths. Campers love the area’s fall foliage and its proximity to Detroit, only a 90-minute drive away.
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.
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