Beach Camping Near Ypsilanti, Michigan, US: 12 Best Beach Campsites 2025

Looking to camp near Ypsilanti, Michigan and indulge in a beach getaway? Look no further than Hipcamp, with over 40 options specifically tailored to your preference for beach terrain. With options as low as $20 per night and an average price of $45 per night, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Rusty's Loft (74 reviews), Life Adventures (56 reviews), and Tails and Trails Horse Farm (33 reviews) for tried-and-true options. Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, potable water, and trash services. And while you're there, make sure to explore historic sites, try your hand at paddling, and enjoy wind sports. Happy camping!

82% (167)

Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to camp near Ypsilanti, Michigan and indulge in a beach getaway? Look no further than Hipcamp, with over 40 options specifically tailored to your preference for beach terrain. With options as low as $20 per night and an average price of $45 per night, there's something for every budget. Check out top campsites like Rusty's Loft (74 reviews), Life Adventures (56 reviews), and Tails and Trails Horse Farm (33 reviews) for tried-and-true options. Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, potable water, and trash services. And while you're there, make sure to explore historic sites, try your hand at paddling, and enjoy wind sports. Happy camping!

82% (167)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. White Pine Farm HipCamping

98%

(125)

13mi from Ypsilanti · 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.

2. Tails and Trails Horse Farm

98%

(80)

32mi from Ypsilanti · 3 sites · Tents · Adrian, MI

Tails and Trails Farm is a gorgeous property that sits on 80 acres at the edge of the Irish Hills. We offer a place of healing and support for humans and animals through nature, music, and interaction. Many of our animals are rescues and we use them in a variety of therapies in an effort of healing for human an animal alike. We offer horseback riding lessons, pony rides. You can also tour the farm, meet the animals, and hear their stories. We look forward to meeting you! Learn more about this land: Come and enjoy our farm! Tails and Trails is a small family-owned horse farm in the Irish Hills of southeastern Michigan. Our campsite sits in the middle of 30 acres of private woods. There is a fire ring with room for seating and a separate area to place your tent directly adjacent. There is also another sitting area and plenty of options to hang hammocks. The site is about a 10 minute or .5 mile walk through a beautiful wooded trail from the parking area. We also offer scheduled horseback trail rides across our 82 acres, for people of all ages. (If you have small children please specify so we can discuss options.) Please send us a message if you are interested to inquire about availability or if there are any questions we can answer. In addition to the many full-size horses, we also have several miniature horses, miniature donkeys, chickens, 5 dogs, barn cats, and a pot-belly pig. All of which love attention from humans of all ages. We are a 420 friendly property as cannabis is legal in Michigan. There are 5 dispensaries in Adrian offering both Recreational and Medical cannabis products for sale. If you would like help or advice about the local market please just ask. This is a pack it in, pack it out campsite. The closest source of potable water is in the barn or about a ten-minute walk from the site. This is a perfect social distancing campsite however you are still only a 10-minute drive to the nearest grocery store and 20 minutes from some great swimming lakes, kayaking, and small-town allure in the Irish Hills area. Ann Arbor is also only a 45-minute drive and has a bounty to offer anyone. We are very familiar with the city and can offer advice or suggestions if you'd like. There is a kayak rental in Tecumseh which is about 15 minutes away where you can do an entire river loop and return to the same place thus requiring only one vehicle. There are also several close lakes where you can drop your own kayak in and explore. If you’d like some more amenities then Walter Hayes State Park or Lake Hudson State Park are both about a 20-minute drive. We have trails throughout the woods and along with our fields for exploring. We welcome guests to wander and enjoy the property while respecting nature and all the things that live here. The area is alive with animals and creatures of all types. Families of deer and turkey call the farm home and don’t be surprised to hear a coyote howl at night. With natural water sources and different types of topography, we are blessed to have a variety of wildlife at our farm. We keep to ourselves however are more than happy to accommodate reasonable requests and appreciate others getting to enjoy the beauty and serenity the country can offer. We welcome all humans of good character that show love to each other and the Earth.

3. Walnut Hills Family Campground and RV Park

46mi from Ypsilanti · 107 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Durand, MI

Discover the unique charm of Walnut Hills Family Campground, where our short drive time, diverse activities, and efficient no-wait check-in process allow you to maximize your fun and minimize your time on the road. Spanning 45 acres and featuring 203 spacious grassy sites, our campground is beautifully situated along the Shiawassee River, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. At Walnut Hills, we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable experiences for families and friends. Our extensive amenities and engaging activities are designed to foster lasting memories. One of the highlights of our campground is the exhilarating Wibit Water Park. This exciting aquatic attraction features a variety of inflatable obstacles, slides, and platforms, ensuring endless entertainment for guests of all ages. Whether you’re ready to tackle the floating challenges or simply relax in the sun, the Wibit Water Park adds a splash of adventure to your camping experience. Join us at Walnut Hills Family Campground, where outdoor adventures and aquatic thrills come together to create the perfect getaway. Explore the natural beauty surrounding our park, enjoy nearby swimming holes, and take advantage of local restaurants and shops. Your unforgettable camping experience awaits!

Public campgrounds near Ypsilanti

100%

(1)

Hayes Campground

29mi from Ypsilanti · 184 sites · Tents, RVs · in Hayes State Park

75%

(3)

Seven Lakes Campground

39mi from Ypsilanti · 71 sites · Tents, RVs · in Seven Lakes State Park

100%

(6)

Maumee Bay Campground

41mi from Ypsilanti · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Maumee Bay State Park

Stories from the community

A

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.

A

Allison

September 2025

18 ft campervan

1 night at White Pine Farm HipCamping

Pete was super kind and pleasant. Campground was great!

I

Ian

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to White Pine Farm HipCamping

Pete was extremely helpful, accommodating, and responsive— and his dog Geddeon (I think that’s how it’s spelled) treated me as if I had known him for years. This place is perfect for a quick getaway that’s only a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Highly recommend staying here. There are several campsites to choose from depending on what you’re looking for and each has its own quirks.

The walk back to the woods from the farm

P

Patty

July 2025

Tent

With kids

3 nights at Tails and Trails Horse Farm

The entire farm is beautiful. All of the animals there are so friendly, and they all look so happy and healthy. You can tell how much this family loves their animals and how hard they work to care for them. Even though I booked last minute, Kristen did everything she could to make sure that my kiddo got to do the mini horses meet and greet and also the horse riding lesson. Kristen went above and beyond for us. Also, I have never had such a private camping experience before. We did the walk-to site. It was completely secluded from anyone else. There were trails that we could walk through in the beautiful forest on their land. We saw deer, heard coyotes at night occasionally, as well as owls, and other animals. With the walk-to site, although it is a 7 to 10 minute walk to the actual site, we brought a big wagon along with us, and we were able to easily pull it through the trail to bring everything easily to our campsite. There was lots of space at the campsite for all of our stuff. One thing I wasn't expecting on this trip was to become besties with a brown donkey named Mocha. All the donkeys, dogs, and mini-horses were all about getting pets and itchins from everyone. This was an unforgettable adventure for us girls. I know we made memories there that will last a lifetime. Thank you so much Kristen and family for all you do.

Richard

July 2025

17 ft campervan

1 night at White Pine Farm HipCamping

Pete's place had spacious camp sites with plenty of trees for shade. Lots of mosquitoes though !

K

Kayla

June 2025

19 ft campervan

1 night at White Pine Farm HipCamping

Nice quiet place to park our campervan! The trees and scenery were beautiful. Host was very friendly!

K

Kayla

June 2025

Tent

2 nights at Tails and Trails Horse Farm

I had an incredibly relaxing time camping at the walk to site. It was the perfect distance to be able to make multiple trips, if needed. There were many trails to wander and the smell of the wild roses is indescribable. The hosts were very welcoming and hospitable. I asked them to bring some firewood to the site for me and had I not, I wouldn’t have seen them at my campsite. It was perfectly private. I reached out for a couple local recommendations and they did not disappoint. I had a one hour riding lesson with Kirsten. It was not my first time riding but I learned a lot. I would stay again in a heartbeat. The hardest part was leaving. Or maybe leaving without one of their dogs!!