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- Houghton Lake
Amazing views
Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.
Adam & Sarah is a Star Host
Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.
All to yourself
96% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.
Rig suitability
Vehicles under 35 feet allowed
Allowed rigs: travel trailers, toy haulers, pop-up campers, class A RVs, class B RVs, class C RVs, campervans, cars, truck campers, and rooftop tents
Pull-through site
Accommodates slideouts
Surface type: Loose Gravel
Surface levelness: Flat
No fifth wheels
Generators allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup
No sewage hookup
No TV hookup
What to expect
RV/tent site
4 guests max
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
Pets allowed
Bins available
Picnic table present
No potable water
No showers
Cooking equipment absent
No wifi
Laundry absent
Things to know
Getting there
Check in: After 3:00 PM
Check out: Before 12:00 PM
On arrival: Head straight to site
Cancellation policy: Flexible
Minimum nights: 1 night
Accepts bookings: 12 months out
Park at listing
No wheelchair access
Max 2 vehicles
2WD accessible
During your trip
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RV/tent sites
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Barney Lake Vista
99%
(97)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Pets allowed
Reviews
99% Recommend99 ratings · 85 reviews
This place has fantastic sunsets and sun rises. There is practically a 365 view of the night sky being directly on top of the hill. The site is easy to find. The porta potty is extremely clean and nice. I highly recommend the eggs and fire wood. We had a great time. It's a sky watchers dream.
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Tom P.
2 reviews
Beautiful & serene camping spot! You’ll love looking out at the lake, the views just so pretty. It’s also very private, which we loved too!
Love the location, it was perfect for getting to Houghton, or Higgins lake to play.
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Melissa P.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2026
12 ft campervan · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
We loved it here so much! Great spot to relax and take in the view. The seasonal roads surrounding are a great spot for running / biking if you don't feel like leaving camp to get some miles in. Such a good place for a chill weekend, we will be back!
Carrie V.
7 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
This was our fifth year at Barney's Lake Vista and we love it!
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Kellie G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
Very nice property, with a lot of privacy. We already booked another stay here. The orv trails right from the site are phenomenal.
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Job S.
2 reviews
What a fantastic camping experience! First, the view was awesome, both at day and at night. Second, a great quiet isolated spot for the kids and dogs to do their own thing (so much space)! Thirdly, a great spot to see some wildlife and get some breezes from higher altitude. The pad was completely level, and the firepit and picnic table was great. Can't say enough good things about this place. We will definitely be back! Thank you, Adam and Sarah, for making this wonderful spot! Our family had an amazing weekend.
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Ethan H.
4 years on Hipcamp
We really enjoyed staying at adam and sarah's property. This was a very nice private site with great views of Barney Lake. The portajohn was really clean which was great for a rustic site with an ample supply of firewood to purchase. Great proximity to houghten and higgins lakes and to Grayling. Adam and sarah were very communicative and kept us up to date with what they were doing with the site before we arrived and provided some very clear driving directions which we appreciated.
I would highly recommend this site
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Douglas B.
14 reviews
Recommends
· May 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
I loved everything about this spot. Very kind host. Gorgeous view. The porta potty was a nice perk and was very clean. No complaints at all and I can’t wait to come back!
Jonathan R.
2 reviews
Recommends
· October 2025
26 ft Class C · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
Beautiful views not far from the highway but isolated enough to make this site an amazing get away! Just wish the weather played nicer for us!
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Kenny M.
3 years on Hipcamp
Our long weekend at Barney Lake Vista was everything we hoped for and more. The fall colors were absolutely stunning — miles and miles of golden and red trees surrounding the lake. The site itself was private, peaceful, and perfectly maintained. Even the toilet was spotless and just the right distance from camp.
The sounds of nature were constant and comforting — birds chirping all day, a few gobbling turkeys, and at night, the distant howls of what we think was a pack of coyotes. My wife joked they were celebrating something. It was beautiful to listen to, far enough away to keep the night peaceful.
The night sky was incredible — so many stars, it felt magical. Our two senior dachshunds loved it too, especially soaking up the sun in the crisp fall air.
Adam and Sarah were wonderful hosts — friendly, helpful, and thoughtful. They even dropped off a bunch of dry wood after a rainy day without us asking. It made our nights by the fire perfect.
Having grocery stores just 10 minutes away was super convenient, too. Overall, this spot is everything you want for a relaxing, scenic getaway — quiet, beautiful, and full of nature’s charm. We can’t wait to come back! 🌲🔥
Rosalyn T.
6 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2025
This is a great private site with a view of the lake and surrounding forest. It included a level gravel pad that made our trailer set-up a breeze. We will definitely be back!
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Rebecca L.
11 months on Hipcamp
Wow what a view!!! Easy to find and get around from. Clean restrooms and a trash can! Fire wood was a good deal, probably my favorite hip camp so far
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Patty T.
7 reviews
We had an amazing romantic getaway at Adam and Sara’s Barney Lake Vista. The overlooking view showcased the stunning fall colors across the landscape, creating a breathtaking backdrop for our stay. In the morning, we were delighted to see a flock of turkeys running through the open field below, adding to the charm of the location. The directions were easy to follow and find, ensuring a hassle-free arrival. The outhouse was perfectly clean, and putting the truck in four-wheel drive made easy work getting up the approach. Overall, it was a perfect weekend getaway.
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Dan G.
2 reviews
Our first hipcamp experience, had a beautiful time with my wife was able to relax and not deal with the adult daily chores lol and in perfect disyajcd from Denton creek trail to ride all day and night. Will be back
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Nick S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
Nice and quiet with a great view. Extra firewood is a huge plus just in case it rains, like it did when we were there. Great place for peaceful camping.
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Guy S.
2 reviews
Great quiet spot, easy to get to, clean and a pretty view!
Carlie M.
12 reviews
Super clean, the view does not get better than this! Will go back and recommend to family and friends.
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April N.
11 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Barney Lake Vista
This spot was easy to find, in a good location to get to both Higgins and Houghton Lake, had a nice view, and was clean. The porta potty was well kept, land was flat, and getting fire wood/having it ready when you got there was super convenient! Overall a great experience and the host had great communication and recommendations in their messages.
All other reviews talked about how quiet and peaceful it was here so I’m assuming it was unlucky timing, but a group of trucks/4 wheelers on the road were being very loud and inconsiderate to others in a few ways from 5p-3a each night. This made it quite hard to sleep or enjoy the sounds of nature, but assuming this group isn’t typical given all the other reviews of peace and quiet I wouldn’t worry?
We had a great time and enjoyed all the nature/wildlife that visits the site!
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Katelyn B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· August 2025
Looks great but unresponsive
14 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
Seemed like it could be a great place.. had a big storm come through at arrival time. Ended up going home instead of settling up in storm. Sent a couple texts to hosts about not showing up but not asking for refund and never heard back from them not even a sorry but thanks makes me ponder if I should try this spot again
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Patty T.
7 reviews
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
Nice spot on pretty much the highest point in the area.
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Andrew R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2025
Tent ·
Barney Lake Vista
I once again loved camping at Adam and Sarah’s property! It’s beautiful, we saw a beautiful night sky, sunsets, and had peace and quiet. So glad I got to stay again!
Jaclyn M.
4 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Big private spot with a great view
25 ft Class C · With kids ·
Barney Lake Vista
Totally private, nice big wide open area overlooking a lake. We sat and watched hummingbirds play in the wildflowers while we drank our coffee in the morning. Very pleasant. Has a porta potty, trash can, a little picnic table and a big fire ring. Nice to be able to opt to have our firewood waiting for us.
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Laura A.
2 reviews
This place was awesome!!!! It was definitely a great spot with an amazing view!!! The porta potty a nice distance from the set up area. I will say you will 200% need bug spray! The mosquitoes are not playing around! It’s close to both Houghton Lake and Higgins Lake, which are both great places to do water activities! There are also plenty of ORV trails around to check out as well! 10 out 10!
This is a spot we’ll return to forsure!
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Alexa C.
3 reviews
The camp site had a great view of the lake, beautiful sunsets and a nice spacious area. Porta potty was clean, firewood was available, and there was a trash can on site which was nice. The hosts were friendly and responsive and respectful of privacy. Lots of things to do within a short drive. Be prepared for mosquitoes and deer flies this time of year, thermacell / tiki torches/ bug zapper and repellant.
Chad A.
12 reviews
It's an amazing private site with an amazing view. Very clean porta potty and nice landing pad for a trailer or motorhome. The hosts are very accommodating and make getting firewood very easy!
There isn't a lot of grass or shade trees though so if that's your vibe this may not be your space. And make sure you bring your deet, the deer flies and mosquitoes could carry you away.
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Kellie G.
2 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
20 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
Stayed one night as a stopover on the way north. Site was easy to find, spacious, and had a great view of the lake. Just make sure to bring lots of bug spray, the mosquitos are brutal.
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Briana U.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
23 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Barney Lake Vista
The location is incredible with wonderful sunset views! Our kids enjoyed playing and we made a day trip out of Houghton lake shops and restaurants.
The fire pit was great and very friendly and responsive owners. Thank you!
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Justin C.
2 reviews
Excellent views and fairly secluded.
Clean porta potty
Convenient firewood
Felt welcomed and peaceful.
Nice level spot
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Thomas V.
2 reviews
We love this hip camp, definitely will be returning in the future.
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Brandon G.
4 reviews
This is an amazing spot in the area with unparalleled views toward the woodlands to the north. It's a short drive from the expressway and convenient to town and nature trails alike. The hosts were great communicators, and we had no trouble finding the location. Plus, the deluxe porta-john was nice to have on-site. We will definitely return should our travels take us north again.
Jennifer H.
3 reviews
Location
Houghton Lake, Roscommon, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Adam & Sarah W.
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