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Chilling the most. Find the entrance to camp off our the farm's driveway marked by the "Welcome to Camp" sign

Jackson Station Leelanau

Hosted by Raquel · Maple City, Michigan
4 sites · RV, Tent · 32 acres
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Farm store
Offers products directly sourced or produced on the farm.
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
Best in Michigan: Finalist
Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2024.
Raquel & Kevin is a Star Host
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Our sites accomodate 2 adults plus their minors, with 1-2 vehicles at each site's entrance. If you're traveling with more than 2 adults please book more than one site. Enjoy a peaceful outdoor experience in beautiful Leelanau County via Agritourism at Jackson Station! Our property has 4 private tent sites situated among a dense pine forest on our small-scale farm. We're located between the two popular vacation destinations of Glen Arbor and Leland, MI - both a short scenic drive in either direction. The peninsula has tons of recreation: hiking, biking, beaches, boating, fishing, dining, shopping, wine tasting, and visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes! Our farm produces pastured, all natural meat, including pork, beef, goat and fresh eggs/seasonal veggies. See the hens roaming, cows and goats grazing in the fenced-in pasture. A variety of cuts of meat from our freezers are available for sale or get a tour of the farm ~ Just ask! You may simply enjoy the scene at your leisure. SITE DETAILS: Each camp site has woodchips, gravel surrounding a bonfire ring, a clothesline and neatly stacked firewood for sale. Our sites accomodate 2 adults and their minors. We recommend that larger groups or multiple adults book more than one site next to each other (sites 1 and 2 or 2 and 3 are good for this). Quiet hours are enforced between 10pm-7am. This is our home and farm, not a campground, please think of staying here that way. A water pump (for delicious drinking water straight from our well) and outdoor solar shower are located at camp. Our land borders the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. You'll be just a few miles from access to beautiful Lake Michigan beaches. Relax in the sand, hunt for rocks, hike a trail, kayak or paddle-board and watch an epic sunset. School Lake, known for its fishing from non-motorized boats or a quiet place to paddle. 2 Miles away, access the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail, a non-motorized 27 mile groomed trail that follows the scenic M-22 from our location all the way to Empire, MI. 2.8 miles from our camp, you'll find a Mountain Bikers paradise at Palmer Woods Forest Preserve, with various hiking trails and a 6 mile mountain bike trail.

Select a site

Tent-only sites

3 sites

Site 3

97%
(90)
Tent site · Sleeps 2
Site 3 is surrounded by a dense pine forest providing tons of privacy. Parking is available right at the site entry point. The site is adorned with natural lichen, moss and ferns. A cozy site, further away from either neighboring sites.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
No picnic table

Site 2

99%
(68)
Tent site · Sleeps 2
Park at the entry of site 2, greeted by trimmed pine trees at the entry point. Site 2 has a cozy vibe created by the natural surrounding treescape. If you are traveling with a larger family or group, we recommend booking site #2 and #1. There is a hidden path between the sites providing access if desired, to each site for groups to share. Otherwise, the sites are just far enough away from the other to provide privacy. Alternately, you may book site #2 and #3 for your group to share space between parking spots.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
No picnic table

Site 4

100%
(62)
Tent site · Sleeps 2
Site #4 is in a new location this year. It is spacious and provides both shade and sun at different parts of the day. It has openings between the trees for access and views of the greenspace, farm road, garden beds and edge of the livestock pasture. There is a hidden walking path from site 4 to the path that leads to the portable toilet, garbage and recyling bins.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
No picnic table

RV/tent sites

1 site

Site 1

98%
(80)
RV/tent site · Sleeps 2 · Vehicles under 20 ft
Site 1 has the widest vehicle entry and parking for privacy within your site. It sits with a view of a newer North Pasture and hardwood forest. The site itself is tucked in and private while feeling spacious and open in the site itself. Out of our 4 sites available, this is the only one that a campervan or similar rig may pull into and park privately at the site. If you have a larger family or are traveling with a group, site 1 and 2 are perfect to book for sharing. There is a little path tucked into the pines for site 1 and 2 to access each other, while being just enough away to still maintain some privacy between sites.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
No electrical hookup
No water hookup

Reviews

98%· 301 reviews

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  • Review summary

    Generated from real Hipcamper reviews

    Jackson Station offers a unique blend of solitude and farm life, making it an ideal spot for campers looking to escape into nature while enjoying some rustic charm. Visitors frequently mention the peaceful and clean environment, with added perks like fresh farm eggs and adorable animals. However, some campers noted disturbances from other guests or the occasional barking dogs. Overall, this campsite is praised for its proximity to local attractions and well-maintained facilities.

  • Kaitlyn T.

    Tent camped at Site 4, Sept 2026.

    Recommends

    Raquel and Kevin’s property is beautiful! The best way to describe it is serene. Mornings were so peaceful, hearing the birds in the morning flitting around the site and feeling the sun’s rays slowly warm up the site. The location was great- only about 15-25 mins from any site in sleeping bear dunes, and being on the eastern side it felt a bit quieter. Also, Raquel was kind enough to drop off some eggs for me when their roadside stand was out. I’m looking forward to coming back sometime in the near future!

  • Charlie S.

    Camped in a 15 ft campervan at Site 1, Sept 2026.

    Recommends

    I was a great spot to camp. We will be back for sure.

  • Sandy C.

    Camped in a 14 ft travel trailer at Site 1, Sept 2026.

    Recommends

    So peaceful and great place to spend the weekend. We rode our bikes to Palmer Woods and it was only about 3 miles and a great warm up. Animals were adorable. Will definitely be back. Porta John was really clean and they even had wet wipes for use.

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Amenities

  • Fire pitsPrivate fire pit at each site · Firewood provided, Firepit
  • Portable toilets
  • Potable waterPump or well
  • Showers
  • Trash disposalRecycling bin, Trash bin
  • No picnic tables
  • No electricity hookup
  • No water hookup
  • No wifi
  • No laundry
  • No cooking equipment
  • No hot tub
  • No playground

Things to know

  • 2WD accessiblePark at your site. Wheelchair accessible.
  • Pet-friendlyOn leash.
  • Campfires allowedAlways review local fire regulations before enjoying a campfire.
  • Check-in processYou'll head straight to your site upon arrival.
  • Cancellation policyFull refund 3 days before check in time starts.
  • Check-in and check-outCheck-in at 3pm. Check-out at 1pm. Flexible check-in available at some sites. Late check-out available at some sites.
  • Booking windowBook up to 18 months ahead. Same-day bookings at some sites; the others need 12 hours' notice. Stay at least 2 nights.

Extras

  • Dozen eggs$5.00 per itemOur hens are pastured and fed local non-gmo feed. Get our delicious farm fresh eggs for your trip!
  • Farm Tour / Side-by-Side Ride$35.00 per itemSide-by-Side Farm Ride (Approx. 30 Minutes) Sit back and enjoy a guided ride through our trails and around the farm in our Kubota side-by-side. Take in the scenery, wildlife, and working areas of the property as we explore places guests don’t normally reach on foot. We drive, you ride. The vehicle comfortably carries 3–4 passengers at a time, making it a fun and easy way for families or small groups to experience more of the land.
  • Ground Breakfast Sausage, 1 lb$8.00 per itemDelicious ground breakfast pork sausage. Good for a scrample or make patties with them.
  • Wood-Fired Sauna (by the hour)$55.00 per itemRelax in our traditional wood-fired sauna! We start the fire and bring the sauna up to temperature — extra firewood is provided so you can keep the heat going during your session. Enjoy the sauna by the hour with up to 6 guests at a time. Bring your own towels and settle in for a cozy, restorative farm sauna experience. For the full Nordic-style experience, the brave-at-heart may also enjoy a refreshing cold plunge, the perfect way to cool down during the sauna session and find a full spectrum of health benefits. Text us about what day/time you'd like to enjoy. Weekday evenings until 9pm and most anytime on the weekends.

Location

Maple City, Leelanau, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Your Host

Raquel & Kevin J.Joined July 2020

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