150 acres hosted by Cedar L.
8 lodging sites · 2 tent sites
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Activities
Biking
Boating
Fishing
Hiking
Natural features
Beach
Forest
Lake
River, stream, or creek
Reviews
92% Recommend128 ratings · 64 reviews
Cedar Lodge offers a serene camping experience with stunning views, well-kept cabins, and plenty of space for both seasoned and novice campers. The presence of horses adds a unique charm, and activities like canoeing and fishing are available on the beautiful, secluded lake. While most visitors appreciate the well-maintained facilities and friendly staff, some have noted issues with privacy and cabin pricing. Overall, Cedar Lodge is a picturesque spot for those looking to relax and connect with nature.
Summary AI-generated from real reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Beautiful view from the hill, we loved being able to see the horses.
Lauren L.
3 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
With kids ·
Site 8 - Little cabins in the woods!
Quiet, beautiful group of well-cared for cabins in an idyllic spot.
Peter T.
6 years on Hipcamp
Great place to relax and unwind with awesome hosts. Caught a few bass, saw a ton of horses, and enjoyed the spacious campground.
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Brad F.
8 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
Tent · With kids ·
A Lake of your own....
Easy place to camp and my Girl Scout troop had a blast. I wish the potable water source was closer to our space but I would stay again and bring a wagon. We loved canoeing around the lake, playing on the playground, the horses being moved, the friendly dog visits, and the foggy mornings. The sunsets were spectacular!
Rebecca G.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
A Lake of your own....
I love horses and farm stay, so I would recommend it, I know that it is a little bit expensive for a tent, but it is worth it! Stunning nature, many many beautiful horses, yes, I am glad that I choose this place!
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Olga K.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
Tent ·
A Lake of your own....
We enjoyed our time camping at Cedar. The bathrooms are a close walk and are well kept. Although we did not mind, the noise in the early morning will wake you. Nonetheless the view of the lake is beautiful! We look forward to booking again.
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Pamela S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
Group trip ·
Site 5 - Little cabins in the woods!
We had such a nice time at this site. The cabins were clean and it was very nice to be able to watch the horses in the morning.
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Abby S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
With pets ·
Site 1 - Little cabins in the woods!
Quiet and comfortable cabins. Lots to do on the property and surrounding area. Bathrooms were very clean! The cabins are very summer camp nostalgic. It would be awesome for families, reunions, or scouts.
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Rahul S.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2023
Tent · Group trip ·
A Lake of your own....
Beautiful Lake, serene atmosphere, beautiful horses, land and a great jewel!!
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Lisa B.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2023
With pets ·
Site 2 - Little cabins in the woods!
Love the lake! The cabins are very big and open.
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Tiffany And Trace W.
2 years on Hipcamp
We had a great time here! We rented the lake tent camping sites. Super spacious, laid back space. We had some newer campers in our group so it was also nice to have access to the bathrooms and shower in the rec center. Everyone was really friendly and it was beautiful seeing the horses throughout the day. Would absolutely recommend!
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Heather Y.
3 years on Hipcamp
This was a great place! Very happy with it! Everyone there was very nice and helpful. It was cool to see the horses going back and forth throughout the day and there were a few very friendly dogs roaming around the property as well. The lake was great, very secluded and deep. Will definitely be back.
John O.
3 reviews
It was a last minute booking and everything was great. They have a wonderful property. I recommend to everyone. The horses were beautiful I loved that the farm dogs liked my dog. Very dog friendly.
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Stacie T.
2 years on Hipcamp
I went here with 8 of my girlfriends and we seriously had the funnest day/night. Horses are beautiful, felt safe and private, lake is stunning! 30 min drive from a huge beach on Lake Michigan! Owners are so chill, cute dogs roaming around:) No complaints at all!
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Morgan F.
2 years on Hipcamp
We had such a good time and can't wait to visit again. It's absolutely worth it to rent both lakeside camp sites and you have your own, private spot with plenty of room right on the lake, with lots of space for cars and tents. We had a mix of seasoned and newbie campers, plus a baby and expecting mother, so we wanted to have bathroom, shower facilities, and water nearby. It's really nice that you can use the main lodge facilities here, which are a definite step up from the port-a-potties at most other camps that have a bathroom. Amy and her family are really welcoming and let you wander around, check out the stables, meet the horses, watch the lessons, etc. The horses are absolutely amazing and beautiful -- seeing them go in and out each morning and afternoon was a highlight. There are also some super friendly dogs that would keep up company every so often. The spot has everything you would need -- a nice big fire ring, two wooden picnic tables, plenty of wood you can order, etc. The dock had floated away and the fish were spawning when we were there, but we'd love to come back and do some fishing and kayaking in the future. It's a super easy drive from Chicago, the town of Lawrence has a gas station and Dollar General if you forgot anything, and there are plenty of forests for hiking nearby (plus some breweries). Overall we had a really fantastic time -- thanks for having us.
Mike K.
4 reviews
The lake was gorgeous! Unforunately it is surrounded by an area that struck us as pretty trashy. Muddy horse walk between the crossing to get to the campsite which we were warned about after we booked. The campsite itself was ground saturated and pretty unaccommodating. We had some gear failures and left a day early due to the cold ( 14F) and our equipment. On the way out some lady was yelling at my daughter that she was about to bring horses out of the barn (no horses in sight mind you) but she wanted us to wait for whT I assumed would be about a 15 minute wait. Since it takes less than a minute to pull off the guard rail, drive through, and restore it, we ignored her yelling and left anyway. Anyway, if they decluttered the campsite and installed some sort of drainage it would vastly improve the experience. And we could do without someone yelling at my kid, at least for no good reason.
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David A.
3 reviews
We loved this HipCamp! The lake is beautiful and clear. I went snorkeling and saw lots of little bluegill, minnows, a largemouth bass and a baby Northern Pike There were friendly dogs and lots of horses! The horses' pasture was huge and hilly and woodsy with nice hiking trails. Amy was super friendly and let me gather some Paw Paw fruit to take home to ripen. Our dog loved camping off leash! We rented a canoe and paddle boat which added another fun activity. A great three night trip! We will be back!
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Paula B.
4 years on Hipcamp
It was like 6th grade camp; but we got to bring our horses! Super cute cabins; nice arena and grounds to ride on...we were very happy
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Stephanie D.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2022
Tent · With pets ·
A Lake of your own....
The lake front site was beautiful! I would definitely recommend booking both sites if you want more privacy, as the two sites are very close to each other. My group had a great time.
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Emily R.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2022
With pets ·
Little cabins in the woods!
We had a great stay at Cedar Lodge. My sons enjoyed looking at the horses and we loved kayaking on the lake. Make sure you bring lanterns or some form of lamp- the cabins are pretty dark even during the day. It was nice having the shower house and a real/flushing toilet and sink (we didn't take a shower but nice that we could have) Loved that we got to bring our dog. Ducks Inn and the other larger cabin each have one outlet but no lights so bring a power strip or something if you need multiple outlets to cook, charge phones, plug in a lamp etc.
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Kate M.
5 reviews
We had an enjoyable stay ay Cedar. Plenty of space for three kids to run around. Each cabin has about ten+ bunks and shelves for storage. Our cabin was Raven Haven. The solar powered lights were not working in the cabin and happy we brought our own lanterns etc. I'd also suggest bringing a mat or rug to place at the door to avoid a dirty floor and soap for the bathroom. Our first night we had a cute farm dog protecting us. We later found out he was the neighbor's dog Bruno! He is very friendly. Order your wood before you arrive too. Amy will have it on your cabin porch when you get there.
Our only cons, the lake did not seem swimmable for us. We were happy to have family nearby with a spot to swim. Also, some of our neighbors had no camp etiquette. One cabin had a huge speaker and played music so loud we could not hear each other talk. The other cabin had no idea what they signed up for. They moved their picnic table and fire ring in front of our cabin which caused smoke to come into our cabin and created a lot of noise for sleeping kids.
Overall, it was great for what we needed and the kids had a great time.
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Rebecca S.
3 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· May 2022
The hosts are friendly and helpful but overall we had a lackluster experience and don’t plan to return. The cabins are overpriced and don’t offer any privacy.
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Lainey W.
3 years on Hipcamp
Mixed feelings
· May 2022
18 ft car ·
A Lake of your own....
Nice campsite by the water. Since we were visiting in the spring the geese were defending their goslings most of the night so it wasn't the most serene campsite as a result. Would give it another shot in the fall though.
Josh E.
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2021
Group trip ·
Little cabins in the woods!
Very private and perfect for a getaway all year round.
Tyler T.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· October 2021
Group trip ·
A Lake of your own....
Always a relaxing and good time
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Dane P.
4 reviews
Recommends
· October 2021
Group trip ·
Little cabins in the woods!
Cute cabins like summer camp.
Jacob C.
4 years on Hipcamp
Wonderful spot for all. I loved how flexible Kate was. On arrival we booked one of the electric cabin but another large group was a little close to us. With all the kids we had we wanted more space. I asked Kate if we could move cabins and she gave us no issues moving to any other one of our choosing. The cabins were clean and so were the bathrooms. Kate would come every morning to grab trash, clean bathrooms and check in with us. We had wood brought out to our asiste with no issues. We rented a paddle boat which was so fun. Watching the horses and having the swing set nearby was very nice. It was a vive location, near pumpkin patches, stores, beach and wineries so we didn’t stay at the campsite all the time. The other staff was so nice also.
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Octavio R.
4 reviews
Really cool place
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John A.
7 years on Hipcamp
Love this please. Beautiful horses around the camp. Needs better instructions on how to logging and bathroom locations before your arrival.
But is a very nice place after all.
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Belinda V.
3 years on Hipcamp
Generally, we had a good stay. Beautiful site, access to restrooms…. I wish I had known how close the site was to the horses and that the site was inaccessible twice a day because the horses come in/out of pasture.
The two sites by the lake would be fine for two small groups - and it was fine - but with two separate large groups, there was more noise than I hoped for - especially with the acoustics off the lake.
The listing stated a grill and trash accessible, but we arrived second to the property, so those things were found on the other site.
Also, wish we could have requested a trail ride before we arrived. When we arrived we were told it was probably too late to arrange.
Lauren B.
4 reviews
Location
Lawrence, Van Buren, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Cedar L.
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