The best romantic campgrounds near South Lyon, Michigan

Looking to go camping near South Lyon, Michigan? Hipcamp has over 300 options for you to choose from. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, RV camping, or staying in a cabin, there's something for everyone. With an average price of $45 per night and options as low as $15, you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out some of the top campsites like Long Haul Flower Farm (129 reviews), Rusty's Loft (74 reviews), and EarthColors Farm (73 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, campfires, and showers. If you're into swimming, wind sports, or exploring historic sites, you'll have plenty of activities to choose from. Start planning your camping adventure now!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near South Lyon, Michigan? Hipcamp has over 300 options for you to choose from. Whether you prefer pitching a tent, RV camping, or staying in a cabin, there's something for everyone. With an average price of $45 per night and options as low as $15, you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out some of the top campsites like Long Haul Flower Farm (129 reviews), Rusty's Loft (74 reviews), and EarthColors Farm (73 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like trash disposal, campfires, and showers. If you're into swimming, wind sports, or exploring historic sites, you'll have plenty of activities to choose from. Start planning your camping adventure now!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

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32mi from South Lyon · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Oxford, MI

**10% discount to previous guests or military(past or present, please be willing to provide proof to avoid scammers), message for code or can be applied post booking. Just let us know!** We are situated at the end of a private road with only 2 residences. 12+ wooded acres to enjoy(hiking/exploring). At this time, only Sprinter Vans, Truck Campers and small trailers are ideal for the RV sites. Tent campers set up at the back of the property in the woods. Several hiking trails and locations to camp. There are multiple fire rings out back and plenty of fallen wood to burn or you can purchase seasoned split wood bundles on site. Suggested Local Attractions: The property borders a public golf course, downtown Lake Orion or Oxford are less than 1.5 miles as is public access to All-Sports Lake Orion(the lake) as well as others in the area. Dozens of miles of hiking/mountain biking trails. Bald Mountain State Park and Addison Oaks trailheads 2 and 3 miles respectively. Disc Golf courses. Public beaches, paved trails, etc. Or you can just hang out and watch the various wildlife that frequent the property. At least a dozen breweries, distilleries, restaurants a couple miles away, easily able to walk/bike/drive.

2. Tiny Love Shack Off Grid Glamping

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46mi from South Lyon · 1 site · Lodging · Bath, MI

Experience private lakeside glamping in a tiny home on Park Lake. (View of lake during winter only or upstairs due to cattail/or by path)This tiny house on our property comes with *outdoor* composting toilet, pump shower & pump sink. We provide filtered water, coffee, snacks, WiFi, 48hr cooler, dvds. rechargeable fans , lantern, s’mores, firewood games, space for a tent. Ac/heat. * Newly added fenced in area for your pup 🐶 *No coffee maker/instant coffee provided This has been run as a successful bnb for 4 years now but just recently signed up on hip camp! Other details : One living area 100 square ft with couch /kitchenette & bedroom loft space that you have to climb a ladder to get to! Feel like a kid again! Queen bed upstairs & downstairs a fold down couch & camp mat for 4th person , with all Linens provided . Partly run by a generator, heat will be supplied by a space heater that we would like turned down to 66 at night (heating blankets provided if that is too cold). . Bathroom has a composting toilet. (Usually changed every 3rd guest). Ac is hooked to an extension cord . We provide a Battery pump shower where you have to fill the bag with water & foot pump sink like used at festivals. The shack isn’t perfectly air tight so you might encounter a few bugs however with Chickens around they are natural bug exterminators. Ceiling height it just at 6 ft meaning those taller than that need to Duck under beams. Please beware. *summer info : Lake can only be viewed from the upstairs of shack due to tall reeds or by way of walking path which is still under construction partially handmade from scrap lumber . It’s about 2/3 complete with newly built dock, sections (see pics). The path is usually partially underwater until mid May so please check if you plan to kayak you will use at your own risk. *:It’s too mucky to swim right off shore but you can Kayak out to the swimming area. Kayak use is allowed as long as waiver is signed. Closed toed/water shoes recommended . Potential for 4 guests which is tight, or more if part of your crew wanted to set up a tent. *Fall/winter info: Use of our guest bathroom is permitted during colder months -just ask!. Keep in mind, The only heat will be a 1500 watt heater.

3. Thousand S.’s Land

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44mi from South Lyon · 21 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Lapeer, MI

Welcome to Thousand Suns – an 84-acre sanctuary nestled in the heart of nature, lovingly cultivated to support healing, reflection, and connection. This isn’t your typical campground. Here, the land is vibrantly alive and holds space for both traditional and non-traditional ceremonies, as well as moments of quiet solitude or joyful gathering. Wander scenic forest trails, swim in spring-fed waters, or sit beside the flowing river — all part of a landscape that invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and return to yourself. Whether you’re here to rest, explore, or reconnect, Thousand Suns offers a grounded, heart-centered experience. Throughout the month, we host community events and offer private sessions in yoga, bodywork, breathwork, and other holistic practices designed to nourish the body and spirit. Fresh eggs are available from our chickens and turkeys, and you’ll likely spot our friendly goats during your stay. Guests are welcome to use the community kitchen — a shared space where you can store your food and prepare meals with ease. Thousand Suns is the perfect retreat for solo travelers, families, and spiritual seekers alike. Whether you’re gathering with loved ones or journeying inward, our land provides a supportive and sacred backdrop. Please note: a train passes by the front of the property several times a day. While some find it grounding and nostalgic, others may wish to bring earplugs if they’re sensitive to sound. Bring your fishing pole, your swim trunks, and an open heart. We can’t wait to welcome you.

4. White Pine Farm HipCamping

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17mi from South Lyon · 6 sites · Tents, RVs · Ann Arbor, MI

LARGE GROUPS - We are hosting events! Graduation parties, small weddings, family reunions, you name it. You can rent the whole campground for a day a night, a weekend, or a whole week if that suits your need. Just send us a message and we can talk about it. We can also accommodate large groups at a single campsite or you can rent several of them. Our primary guideline is that if your event will be held while other campers are here, it cannot disturb them. So, consider renting the whole campground. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please plan to arrive and set up camp between 3 and 9 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM, please send us a message letting us know. We decide on a case by case basis since we prefer not to have late arrivals. In any event we do not accept arrivals after 11 PM except in an emergency since many campers and your host may have already gone to bed. Overview: Our beautiful 10 acre farm and homestead is situated between Ann Arbor and Dexter not far from the Huron River. The 5 acre area where our campsites are located is wooded with mature oak, maple, walnut, elm, and white pine trees. We're isolated and surrounded by wild areas and natural farm land but just a 10 minute drive to restaurants, groceries, fuel, and other amenities. The Ann Arbor area is home to a huge array of world class events from the Ark music venue to National Champions Michigan home football games and a whole lot more. Downtown Ann Arbor or Dexter or Chelsea is only a 15 minute car drive. White Lotus Farms, which has a wonderful farm market on Saturdays from 9 - 2 and Wednesdays from 9 - 1, is a 10 minute walk down our dirt road. If you forget to bring something that you need, don't hesitate to ask! We've got a growing number of camping essentials for rent or sale for very reasonable prices that can make your stay even more enjoyable: from bug repellants to camp chairs, potable water in 2.5 - 5 gallon containers, and more. NEW IN 2025 we have installed a hose with potable water near the entrance to the campground for your convenience.

5. Treasure Hunt Treehouse

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34mi from South Lyon · 3 sites · Lodging · Napoleon, MI

WIFI Smart TV with Netflix, Disney+, Prime, Hulu Mini fridge, Keurig, toaster oven, outdoor sink with running water, gas grill, and microwave Heated mattress pads on all the beds, and propane heated Outdoor Activities: Stargazing Mushroom hunting Fishing Swimming Kayaking Hiking Hunting Wineries Outdoor Shooting Range open all year long less than 5 min away! 7 min drive from public boat launch to chain of lakes Private Access to spring fed lake 1/4 mile away - beautiful lake, sandy bottom Fire Pit Kayaks: Available to rent Please note that my home is on the property. Although the treehouse is completely separate, the driveway is shared, and you may run into me and/or my family coming and going. We strive to give you the privacy you want, or if you prefer we are available to talk or answer any questions! We love meeting new people, but this is your vacation and we want you to enjoy it however that means to you! Also, if you are traveling with kids and plan on using the trampoline or playset, just note that it might be possible that my kids might be out there once in a while too. We are a really laid back family, my goal in being a host is to assist you in an enjoyable vacation. This is a no worries, have fun, relax and enjoy yourselves experience I strive to provide - and that is about the only thing I take seriously! please reach out if there's anything I can do during your stay to help you achieve that perfect vacation you deserve!

Stories from the community

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Luke

1 week ago

16 ft car

Weekend Trip to Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

Mike was super nice! Great location. Nice paths in the woods. Would definitely visit again!

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Ryan

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Tiny Love Shack Off Grid Glamping

Julie was a fantastic host! She checked in after our first night to see if we had everything we needed. We spent a weekend here as part of a greater road trip cross-country and we had a swell time. The views of the lake are gorgeous and the loft sleeping accommodations were super cozy! After we left we realized that we left some near and dear prized possessions (a special hat and one single ear bud) and Julie was kind enough to reach out and then mail these items to us! We are super thankful and do kindly recommend staying

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Mary Kate

November 2025

With pets

2 nights at Tiny Love Shack Off Grid Glamping

We loved our time in the Tiny Love Shack! It's definitely tiny, just enough room for the two of us and our big dog. It felt surprisingly private for being so close to neighbors. It was a bit musty in November, but that's to be expecting of glamping!

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Carl

November 2025

Weekend Trip to Tiny Love Shack Off Grid Glamping

Great little place to get away. Nice and quiet. Just what I needed.

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Cameron

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

First, I’ll say make sure your vehicle can handle a little bit of backroad driving, but once you get there, the campsite is lovely. Secluded, relaxing, with easy access to a facility and a great firepit. The owner was incredibly kind and helpful as he got us set up at our site. Not much I can say besides it was a lovely time all around! Thank you for lending us your land for a night!

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Maxwell

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

Beautiful piece of property. It feels like being up north. Great for a cold weather tent camp! A warning to anyone else staying here, the road noise and sirens are very loud but if that doesn’t bother you then this is a great place to stay.

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Noah

October 2025

2 nights at Tiny Love Shack Off Grid Glamping

Amazing little setup! Everything we could have wanted for a few days trip. We felt very taken care of, they turned on the heat for us ahead of time, which we appreciated! For the price it can’t be beat! Great experience

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Dante

October 2025

Tent

4 nights at Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

This little patch of heaven is just what anyone needs. Tucked away between two busy towns you feel like you're actually up north. Secluded campsites with all your basic needs (fire pit, chairs, potable water) fire wood bundled for a small fee and a privacy house that includes lanterns and toiletries. The hosts are wonderful people. I had a great conversation with Cori. They have excellent communication as Micheal answered all my questions and provided a map of the area I'd be setting up at. The property has many little trails to venture around during the day. The sites were clean and well kept. A little early morning traffic sounds are unavoidable even a mile away from the main roads but pop in your ear plugs and "poof" your back up north amongst the forest for the a relaxing morning. At night, I was serenaded by a local owl and that was magical. Quiet, secluded and for anyone wanting a quick getaway from the metro area this is the place to visit. Quiet seclusion and yet a 5 minute drive to two different small towns for food or drink. You pair these amenities with the graciousness of the hosts plus the low rental cost and you'll be hooked on becoming a regular here. Thank you, Michael and Cori for offering us all to your property. I can't wait to book here again!

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Elizabeth

October 2025

With pets

3 nights at Thousand S.’s Land

Our goal was to find a place we could wake up in the woods, and this was the spot! Nice having coffee on the deck overlooking the property and ending the day w a fire. We were pretty self-sufficient, but my impression was that if we needed something we could just message to ask. I would have liked to be more social w. our hosts but just didn’t have the energy; the whole point of us being there was for a much needed respite. Also we were there during the work week and they were busy going about their business. We stayed in the treehouse and didn’t need the heat even, it is pretty well insulated which also cuts the train noise others commented on. Super cute goat! Very personable turkey! Definitely the woods go back a fair ways for exploring. We found good nearby hikes too; the big loop around the lake at Metamora-Hadley was a really good route.

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Aaron

October 2025

17 ft pop-up camper

With kids

Weekend Trip to White Pine Farm HipCamping

Pete and Olga were absolutely a delight both over text and in person. Very cool property/hipcamp. I recommend this to anyone looking for a unique experience.

Multiple walking paths through the forest

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Dan

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to White Pine Farm HipCamping

Nicely secluded but close to major roads and places to visit. If you love nature, it is a perfect campsite to spend your days and especially quiet evenings around the fire. Plan on going back our next time in the area.

Vaughn

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to White Pine Farm HipCamping

We had a great time and Pete was very accommodating. We had a surprise birthday party and had a beautiful site with space for everyone. Appreciated the ease of firewood available to purchase and extra chairs. The perfect place to relax and have a bonfire with friends.

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Seth

October 2025

Tent

1 night at White Pine Farm HipCamping

The site was in great shape, stayed in a hammock no problem. Outhouse was nice and clean. Spoke with Pete while coming and going only, nobody ever bothered me in the woods. 👍

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Tandi

October 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Tiny Love Shack Off Grid Glamping

I really enjoyed my stay at Julie’s B52 “Love Shack.” My dog and I felt right at home. Julie provided everything we could need. The upstairs was so relaxing and peaceful. The outside grill and zero gravity chairs were perfect for enjoying a delicious meal and providing front-row seats to view the stars and moon. The outside shower was an experience and a first for me. I mistakenly thought I had put enough water in there, but ran out with my hair covered in shampoo. Luckily, I was able to rebound pretty quickly and enjoyed an ice-cold shower on an extraordinarily hot day for October. Overall, this place and space offered me exactly what I was looking for, and I look forward to revisiting it soon.

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Cody

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

Absolute 10/10 hospitality. Great camp ground, well kept and peaceful. Will be returning😁

Dale

October 2025

8 ft campervan

Weekend Trip to Mulligan's Valley in the Woods

Great property close to hiking and downtown Lake Orion. The two track back to the furthest camp site adds to the sense of seclusion. We will be staying again.

Toni

September 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Treasure Hunt Treehouse

1st let me say, that treehouse was not what we expected. Huge size, very spacious and fully accommodating. We didn't need anything. A perfect host. To be surrounded by woodlands, we didn't get harrassed by many bugs and true to word, that port-a-john was immaculate. My new husband and I had the best honeymoon. The tree house was right above the road and you'd think the traffic would be a bother, but it wasn't and in the treehouse you only heard the wind, the tree, and acorns being thrown by squirrels. Peaceful & natural. Sam was a pleasure to meet and bond with. Very friendly and even asked if we need anything from the store on her way home. She's a true Gem. The beds in the treehouse were spacious and comfortable. Very cozy. We will be returning.

Suz

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to White Pine Farm HipCamping

We loved our space and found it to be a nice quiet area. Friendly host and plenty of firewood to buy. There are mosquitos of course so bring spray. Property has goats behind a fence which we stopped to say hi to. Will definitely return

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Nate

September 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Thousand S.’s Land

Beautiful property. Camp site was well maintained. Would definitely come again. Thanks!

Dan

September 2025

3 nights at Thousand S.’s Land

If you're looking for a place to get away for a few days I'd highly recommend. Booked during the week in September and had the whole place to myself. Plenty of places to walk around on the property and explore. I stayed in the treehouse and would encourage you to try it for yourself. The hosts left me pretty much to myself unless I requested something and they were friendly and quick to respond if I needed something (fresh eggs, firewood, etc). The tent campsites I saw were all nice and clean and were far enough apart to have some privacy if they have multiple guests. They also have a group campground. One note, watch the chickens, they are sneaky and will sneak up and steal your food if you aren't careful. I'll definitely be back.