Nestled along the shores of East Grand Traverse Bay, our Bayside Base Camp is the perfect spot to stay as you explore the wonders of Northern Michigan. We offer one tent site in the back of our property with full access to our indoor bathroom. Access to the bathroom requires two steps up to get into the house. Guests also have access to a fire pit, a large table to set up yo
Nestled along the shores of East Grand Traverse Bay, our Bayside Base Camp is the perfect spot to stay as you explore the wonders of Northern Michigan. We offer one tent site in the back of our property with full access to our indoor bathroom. Access to the bathroom requires two steps up to get into the house. Guests also have access to a fire pit, a large table to set up your camp stove or jet boil, as well as the ability to hang your own hammock among our trees.
We are steps away from bay access for swimming, fishing, boating, kayaking, paddle boarding and whatever other water hobbies you may have! There is access to two beautiful trails within a short walking distance from your camp. We are happy to provide directions as long as you promise to take care of them and leave no trace. The Northern Michigan community is incredibly active and values the Leave No Trace principles.
In addition to the natural beauty within walking distance from your site, the area has countless trails, paths and parks to explore. We are happy to provide additional recommendations based on your interests through email or upon your arrival.
Bayside Base Camp is located 15 minutes from Downtown Traverse City, a short 45 minute drive from Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes, 50 minutes from Leland and 15 minutes from Old Mission Peninsula.
Guests will be responsible for disposing of their trash items in the designated trash bin on site. There is one parking spot in our driveway and you will need to walk back to your tent site. There is a home within view of your site, but it is a seldomly used vacation home. The walk will take less than one minute to get back to your tent site from the driveway.
We are beyond excited to share our property with you and welcome you to our little slice of paradise in Northern Michigan.
- Check in: After 3PM
- Check out: Before 12PM
- Cancellation policy: Strict
- On arrival: Meet and greet
- Minimum nights: 1 night
- Accepts bookings: 6 months out Weeknight discount: 5% off
- Response time: Within an hour
- Response rate: 92%
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31 Reviews
So friendly and a great vibe. Tent camped near a cute shingle sided shed with beautiful a wooded area in the back. Would definitely come back!
Great jumping point to explore Torch Lake and all the beauty of Traverse City and the bay! The tent site feels secluded behind the shed facing the woods and the closest neighbors were (as the listing) stated not home :). It was nice to be able to take a dip in the lake just a short walk away. Thank you Heather!
Heather was a great host and was very communicative! My friend and I had a great time staying on her property while traveling through Michigan. The bathroom was both clean and homey. Her property is just a small walk to a beach with a wonderful view of the water! This was my first Hipcamp experience and after my great stay with Heather I am excited to utilize Hipcamp more.
Heather is very welcoming and the space is lovely and relaxing. Proximity to the water is perfect!
Heather and Christy’s hospitality was wonderful! The Bayside Base Camp was a convenient spot to camp at. We pitched our tent in a high ground, level area in their backyard. It was dark and quiet. Are are a short drive to Torch Lake, Elk Ridge, and Traverse City.
Starting our day with a short walk down to the bay and bathing in the bay added to the experience! We highly recommend Heather and Christy as hosts!
We always love our stay at Bayside base camp! Fantastic location, great tent site, prompt communication from the best hosts around.
We always love our stay at Bayside Basecamp. Heather and Christy are fun, welcoming, and warm hosts. They share great suggestions for hiking trails, nearby beaches, and places to eat. Can’t recommend enough!
Wonderful host and a great little spot! Heather was helpful. We felt at home immediately. Space was quiet and private and it was a super short walk to the bay!!
- Property
- Bayside Base Camp
- State
- Michigan
- Country
- United States
- $50/night
- 1 Site
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