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Camp Bear Paw LLC
Hosted by Kevin · West Branch, Michigan
4 sites · RV, Tent · 17 acres
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Kevin is a Star Host
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4 sites
Bear Paw
100%
(107)Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Reviews
100% Recommend107 ratings · 83 reviews
Bear Paw offers a serene and well-equipped camping experience, making it a favorite for families. Kevin and Lori, the hosts, are praised for their warm hospitality and attention to detail, ensuring guests feel welcome and comfortable. The campsite is rich with activities for both kids and adults, including a pond for swimming and fishing, a mini-golf course, and a treehouse, providing endless entertainment. However, there was a mention of the hosts' presence being slightly intrusive for some, which might not suit everyone's preference for privacy.
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· September 2026
16 ft car ·
Bear Paw
Best place for camping! Quiet, everything provided you can think of, tons of entertainment for the whole family. Will keep coming back!!
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· August 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Bear Paw
Another great time at Bear Paw! Even with rainy weather everyone was still having fun and taking advantage of all the things to do. Kevin and Lori are amazing hosts! We are already working on our dates for next year's trip :-)
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· August 2026
45 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Bear Paw
Kevin and Lori’s is amazing. We love staying there. We get the entire place to ourselves and Kevin and Lori go above and beyond anything expect. Our kids ask to come back every year!
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· August 2026
36 ft travel trailer ·
Bear Paw
We have been going to this campground for our annual family get together for 4 years. Kevin does a great job hosting. Property is always clean. Plenty of things to entertain the kids. This year the addition of the mini golf was a big hit with everyone. The pond for swimming and
fishing is also always a big hit with adults and kids.
Our family campout has been at Bear Paw for the last 3 years. We love having the place to ourselves and there is so many things to do--swim, fish, water silde, zipline, kayaking, volleyball, as well as lots of toys and play equipment for the kids. We'll be back next year!!
This was our third year at Bear Paw and everyone was talking about coming back next year! Kevin and Lori are by far the best hosts. They go out of their way to make sure everyone is having a good time and have what they need. The putt-putt course they added this year was very fun!! We look forward to our next visit!
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· July 2026
Tent · With pets ·
Bear Paw
This is THE best place to camp. Quiet and peaceful enough to be able to watch/listen to the wildlife (deer, turkeys, coyotes, etc.) but enough to do to keep all members of the crew occupied (the pond, trails, putt-putt, etc.). Can't wait for my next trip!
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· July 2026
Tent · With kids ·
Bear Paw
Our group had another amazing stay at Bear Paw! Such a fun, unique spot to camp with kids! We love the seclusion and all the amenities. The playground, zip line, swimming pond, treehouse, putt putt golf - there’s so much to do! The hosts are so friendly and have made their property a truly magical place. We can’t wait to go back!
Another 5-star trip at Camp Bear Paw!
We keep coming back year after year, with Kevin and Lori having become family friends and the place holding core memories of traditional family gatherings with many little ones running around, playing on the ever expanding playground, and splashing in the pond.
This year, my son spent both nights in the treehouse with his cousins—even with thunderstorms (which he slept right through). Those will be core memories for him and my nephews growing up together. Thank you Kevin & Lori for keeping this place open as Best of HipCamp
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I camp with my kids every year. My oldest 2 were not able to come this year, but my 14, 9 & 7 year olds were.
Camp Bear Paw had so many things to do. We loved having the place all to ourselves. We really enjoyed the pond with the ability to swim, use the waterslide, zip line, and kayak.
We played several rounds of mini golf, a round of frisbee golf, and tetherball. The grounds were wonderful and the hosts were awesome.
We have been to many Hipcamp locations, and this was our favorite. We will be back.
This is by far the best location for a quiet family getaway. There are countless things for kids to do and you can see the entire place from the covered pavilion so you dont need to worry about the kids. The new putt putt course was a huge hit with the grandson. We will be back no question
This is a great place for large groups with adults and kids! So much for the kids to do and you can see almost everything from the fire! Pond for swimming, fishing and kayaking, large fire pit, car port type shelter to play games in case in rains, new putt putt, water slide, zip line, tree house, frisbee golf, a nice bathroom for the campers with shower and vanity! The hosts are amazing and very welcoming ! We have reserved at least once a year for the past 5 years! So nice that it's just our group and the kids are safe and have so much fun while the adults visit around the fire and or play games and music
The ONLY reason I wouldn't recommend Bear Paw is because I don't want it to become so popular that we can't get a weekend! The pond, waterslide, zip line, NEW putt putt, tree house and the fact that there are no strangers make it a great place for a big group with kids and adults to go relax! So much for the kids to do and the adults can see them from the fire! The host gives dragon tractor rides and has metal decetors and crafts! There is also a big carport type shelter which came in handy to play games this weekend when we had rain! A nice house type bathroom with a shower and vanity just for campers and a new porta potty this year! Hosts are so nice! We go at least once a year for the past 5 years! There is always something new Kevin has added! Our friend group feels right at home there
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· September 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Bear Paw
Genuinely such an amazing experience at Camp Bear Paw!! Kevin and Lori are phenomenal hosts. It’s truly a hidden gem. There’s activities for kids all ages and adults. Anything you may have forgotten (chairs, ice, worms, fishing poles , cooking supplies , etc.) they have it all! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or hosts. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice private get away. Thank you again Kevin and Lori. You made things so memorable 😄💕
Fantastic property! Not only qere the hosts so kind and helpful they truly had every accommodating feature we needed. All the kids loved it and we hope to come back again!!
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· September 2025
Wonder place and wonderful hosts!
25 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Bear Paw
Always the best time! Even as the kids get older, they still have so much to do and have so much fun!! Thank you again!
Kevin and Laurie are Top Notch. My and family and I have had the privilege of staying at Bear Paw 3 times.
Our kids love to swim in the pond, fish, and explore the grounds. There plenty of playgrounds and for the kids to playWe enjoy sitting by the fire using the wood that’s provided.
Kevin and Laurie not only keep the grounds well maintained but they genuinely care. They check on us periodically throughout the stay to see if we need anything. It’s clear to see that providing a memory-filled camping experience is what they strive for.
We have camped at state parks and county parks as well, but Bear Paw rises to the top for us!
Thank you!
Such a fun filled family orientated place! They literally thought of everything to host people with a variety of ages!
Kevin and Lori are so kind and hospitable. They have thought of everything: from towels and extra blankets, to games, crafts, and even ice and worms for fishing, they had it all. There was truly something everyone enjoyed and the kids are already talking about next year.
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· August 2025
16 ft car · With kids ·
Bear Paw
We come here every year and it just keeps getting better. Kevin and Lorie are wonderful!
We had another great stay at Bear Paw and have already booked again for next year for our family reunion. Kevin &Lori are awesome hosts and provide more activities than we can do! There is something for everyone! Their property is beautiful and we love having it all to ourselves.
My second visit to the bear paw campground was just as marvelous as the first one. They had a new Playset and my grandsons had a blast.
This was our 5th year here and we look forward to it every year. Kevin and Lori make your stay feel like a 5 star hotel out in nature. Everything you need, or want, is here - including the most helpful, friendly, and generous hosts. I could leave a longer review, but I would just be repeating what everyone else has said. This place, and Kevin and Lori, have become family to us, and we truly appreciate all that they do.
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· June 2025
29 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Bear Paw
We love staying here. It’s very kid friendly and the hosts are beyond warm and welcoming. This place is beyond accommodating and really comfortable. This was our second year and we plan to come every year!
This is by far our family’s favorite place to camp! Kevin and Lori are wonderful hosts and bear paw is truly a special place! Our kids talk about our trips to bear paw all year long! We can’t wait to go back
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· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Bear Paw
Kevin and Lori are simply the BEST! Bear paw was everything we needed our vacation to be and more! Their attention to details and amenities they provide for their guests can’t be beat!
We had an amazing time at Bearpaw. I have been recommending it to all my friends, the kids had so much to do and the adults could just relax while the kids were having fun. We cannot wait to go back.
So much for kids to do while parents can relax! So many extras offered! Hosta are AMAZING! We have been here many times and it's a favorite for everyone of all ages
We were invited to join a large party for a family fun camping weekend at bear paw. I was blown away with how beautiful it was here! There is SO much to do! The hosts were absolutely amazing and truly go above and beyond to make sure everyone is comfy and have everything. I would highly recommend camping here. Can't wait to come back!
Kevin and Lori were gracious hosts! It's a beautiful property, and we were grateful to be able to stay there for a few days in late April before the camping season begins in earnest. I would highly recommend!
Location
West Branch, Ogemaw, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Kevin W.
Joined in October 2020Response rate: 100%
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