Step Back in Time with Us!
Hosted by Dan · Port Sanilac, Michigan
7 sites · RV · 10 acres
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Spacious, level camping well-suited for travel trailers over 40 ft long.
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98% Recommend60 ratings · 50 reviews
Camping at the Sanilac Historic Village and Museum is like stepping back in time with a touch of modern convenience. The site offers a quiet and peaceful atmosphere with plenty of historic charm, from refurbished heritage buildings to a mansion tour. Visitors appreciate the friendly staff and the unique opportunity to camp amidst history, with easy access to town and Lake Huron nearby. While the lack of showers might be a downside for some, the clean restrooms and available electricity ensure a comfortable stay.
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Mixed feelings
· August 2025
32 ft Class C ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
People were nice, property was pretty and nostalgic, beach down the road is great. There was even live music and a farmers market going when I pulled in! Excellent birding
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Mo H.
7 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
Amazing Heritage Property
12 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Our second stay at the property and as good as ever. We arrived a bit late so we didn’t meet our Host however she provided all the info we required. The site is really amazing with clusters of refurbished heritage buildings. We felt safe and had access to washroom facilities (no showers) which was very convenient. We highly recommend a stay
Christopher & Elaine B.
13 reviews
Recommends
· July 2025
36 ft toy hauler ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Beautiful location and great atmosphere, I'll definitely be going back.
Miguel L.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
25 ft Class C ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
We stayed here on our way through Michigan to explore the Great Lakes. We arrived in the rain an hour before closing and Dan advised us to not park where we were assigned (electric site) due to potentially getting stuck in the wet grass. We didn’t really need power (donated the payment) and were able to park in the driveway for the evening and walk into town when the rain stopped. We walked by the marina and stopped at Alli’s for a drink and great conversation with the bar tender. It’s a must visit if in the area. It was a Really rainy night, but we enjoyed a peaceful stay!
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Lisa C.
2 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
17 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Fun time with family! Land is on a public museum site, there were clean bathrooms available and easy set up and access. Fun variation to camping!
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Amanda L.
4 reviews
Recommends
· May 2025
Port Sanilac, MI, Historic Museum
26 ft Class C · With pets ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Private camping with 20 amp outlet in a historic museum coupled with short walk to Lake Huron made a relaxing 2 day trip. Dan was helpful pointing out site, electric and offered firewood for a small donation. Great to see a smaller MI town do so much too preserve history back to mid 1800s. Well worth 2 days.
Mike .
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
Ever camp in a historic village?
16 ft travel trailer ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Fantastic experience staying at a very unique site. Great spot under the stars near the campfire site. Plenty of places to explore. We toured the mansion on property and walked the path through the historic village. Later we walked the path around the property. Dan was there when we arrived and helped us to our site. We had the whole place to ourselves at night. Very clean bathroom on property if needed. Great experience and I would highly recommend.
Patrick S.
4 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
26 ft toy hauler ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Suited us very well. For public museum with a Halloween Venture for kids, that was an enjoyable party. Never a noisy day and peaceful nights. The visitors were pleasantly talkative with input of the Port Sanilac history. Google Maps sent us in the wrong direction but phone call to our host directed to and met us on the grounds.
I hope to be back next fall.
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Richard P.
4 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Yes although it was closed when we were there (which we didn’t know) so weren’t able to go in the museum
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Susie R.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
35 ft Class C ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
This is a fabulous place. We were met as we pulled in and told where to park which was in front of the train depot. It was an excellent spot on the grass and was level. We enjoyed the little trail and historic buildings. It is obvious they take pride in this place. It was peaceful.
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Pamela A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· September 2024
21 ft Class C · With pets ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Nice grounds and close enough to town to be convenient. Walked to marina and coffee shop every day. Sanilac Coffee is great. Restaurant next door. Bathrooms were open the whole weekend so that was nice. Dog friendly space with lots of room to walk them.
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Lisa C.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· September 2024
19 ft Class B ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
The Sanilac Historic Village and Museum property is a wonderful place to camp. It's well worth the stop. Not only can you explore the historic buildings and property, a short walk down the road is the Stone Lodge where we have enjoyed many great meals. Port Sanilac is about a 10 minute walk where we discovered the Alli bar - fun place with live music.
Christina B.
2 reviews
Beautiful grounds with historic buildings. Mature shade trees. There was a play in the barn theater and a wine tasting is various locations on the grounds our first night but it was very quiet - we didn't hear or see anyone from our site.
Short walk to the marina. Lovely place with a nice nature trail.
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Bert H.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
13 ft campervan ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
easy in Great venue, Dan was welcoming, enjoyed the vintage car, camper , boat show in spite of the weather
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Dave V.
2 reviews
Recommends
· August 2024
20 ft travel trailer ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Well Organized. Quiet, idyllic setting with a nice little Farms market on Friday.
Michele K.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2024
22 ft travel trailer ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
We loved Stepping back in time. We liked historic atmosphere of the museum grounds. Plenty of things to do during the day. And nice and peaceful during the evening's. Dan is a great host who goes out of his way to accommodate you. This was our second time there and we'll visit again someday.
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Hubert G.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2024
22 ft travel trailer · With pets ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Had a great time at Port Sanilac! Dan was very nice, helpful, and welcoming. We enjoyed walking the property and exploring the local towns. Would definitely stay again in the future!
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Nicole M.
3 reviews
Recommends
· May 2024
35 ft Class A ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
We enjoyed our stay. Mansion is really interesting. Dan was welcoming.
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Jeff Y.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
Great spot, nice staff & activities
36 ft Class A ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Awesome spot. Everyone was nice and it was not crowded. There are reasonably priced tours of the little historic village that i would recommend anyone staying here do!
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Nico R.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2024
21 ft travel trailer · With kids ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Great host and we had a lot of fun in the unique campsite
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Raul V.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· April 2024
30 ft Class B ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Loved being in a historical type setting. Loved the nature trail and the museum tour.
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Shelley D.
1 year on Hipcamp
Recommends
· January 2024
Winter camping here is great!
30 ft travel trailer ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
This is the 2nd time we've stayed here, and both times were great! Dan was very helpful and there was quick communication. We enjoyed that the bathrooms were open (during winter), as well as being able to use the electricity. We really love staying here!
Angela C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2023
30 ft travel trailer ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Very nice camping spot, and very nice host! Enjoyed our stay.
Angela C.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2023
33 ft Class A ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Unique location close by Lake Huron. Brittany was very helpful greeting us, gettiing us situated, and providing documentation on the museum and surrounding area. We had a very relaxing Labor Day weekend.
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Brad B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· September 2023
Nice experience!
17 ft campervan · With pets ·
Step Back in Time with Us .2
Nice campsite and great opportunity to learn about Sanilac history. We even got to take in a comedy show put on by the local players!
Madhan R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2023
30 ft Class A ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Very friendly staff definitely a nice place to get away and not have to worry about cramped spaces
Corey R.
2 years on Hipcamp
We stepped back in time on a road trip tracing the great lakes. This was a great little spot to pop our rooftop tent in the grass amongst the historic buildings. We had a picnic table and firepit and an expansive grass area to enjoy. There are some really cool old buildings and shops you can walk around as well a little nature trail. Would've been fun to catch it on a day where the general stores was open.
Brent B.
3 reviews
Stayed there for 6 days with my 22ft travel trailer. My spot was next to the Church and I had water and electric (20AMPS) hooked up. Worked there during the day, exploring after. Great location, very quiet during the week. Setup of the historic village is great, people take great care of everything. Spot levelled very well. Port Sanilac is a charming little spot and just 15min walk to get to the Marina where you find a very good restaurant and ice cream store. Beach nearby as well. There is a Dollar General store mid town and another market with gas station just few minutes walking down the main road. No dump station at the location or in town but few miles north is Sanilac County Forester Camp Ground where I was able to use their dump station for $5. Great experience overall, highly recomment this little gem
L B.
3 reviews
Recommends
· July 2023
Charming site in a charming city
32 ft Class C ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Lovely place to camp. Friendly, helpful staff. Had a level spot with 15A electric next to the old train depot. Beautiful grounds, easy walking distance to downtown. Two blocks from the lighthouse.
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Gary B.
2 years on Hipcamp
Not recommend
· July 2023
12 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
Sanilac Historic Village & Museum
Nice place if you are in a camper van or self sufficient RV but not in a Pop up camper or tent.
I felt like I was a part of the museum attraction. However I’d like to return sometime to actually take in a show at the theater and have a guided tour of the inside of the buildings on site.
Finesha B.
3 reviews
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Port Sanilac, Sanilac, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Dan F.
Joined in December 2021Response rate: 100%
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