Camping near Saginaw
Explore Saginaw Bay, leafy forest trails, and a Dark Sky Preserve on Lake Huron.
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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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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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Morgan's Place
2 sites · RVs, Tents37 acres · Millington, MI
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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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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Unionville Village Park
5 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Unionville, MI
AS OF OCTOBER 31ST - 2023 THE CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED FOR THE WINTER - WILL REOPEN SPRING 2024
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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Full Circle Flowers Farm
1 site · RV10 acres · Otter Lake, MI
Hello. We own a flower farm in Otter Lake, Michigan. We are excited to offer the South 10 acres for Hipcamp campers! There are many beautiful rustic spots to camp around the 10 acres. Out front near the south flowers field. In the middle there is a beautiful clearing by the pond. Or anywhere on or off the trail system in a mix of soft and hardwoods. At this time we do not have bathroom or water facilities. Best suited for rustic tent campers or self sustainable RV campers.
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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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Village Park-Ball Tournament
9 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Unionville, MI
Come and enjoy the Village's annual Ball Tournament, and stay close by with friends and family. Set up a tent, park your recreational vehicle, and a vehicle. Some sites have water and electric hook-up. Contact the Department of Public Works for more information on how and when to book/set-up.
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Alexis J. Ortner
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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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Camp Windsor
1 site · Tent1 acre · Davison, MI
Beautiful campsite with very easy access to local dinning but feels like your in the woods. Located right next to Skidway Lake.Learn more about this land:The campsite is located right next to Skid Way Lake. You are back off the roads in a nice wooded atmosphere. There is a boat launch, public beach, and bar within 1/2 mile.
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Crickside
2 sites · RVs, Tents15 acres · Crystal, MI
Learn more about this land:Grassy spots along a small creek.
On backside of a working gravel pit. Potential noise. 8-4 weekdays.
Fair amount of rabbits birds and deer etc.
Less than two miles to Crystal Raceway.
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Camping near Saginaw guide
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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