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House of Bear
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(332)Campfires allowed
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100% Recommend332 ratings · 264 reviews
The House of Bear offers campers a peaceful retreat nestled in the woods of northern Michigan. Visitors consistently praise the serene atmosphere, wildlife encounters, and the welcoming nature of the host, Bear. Many reviews highlight the spacious campsites and the opportunity for solitude, making it a favored spot for those seeking a quiet escape. Despite its rustic charm, it's conveniently located near popular attractions like Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City.
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What an amazing place. So peaceful. The star gazing was next level and Bear does an amazing job
We had a wonderful, peaceful stay here. Quiet and secluded, we had no issues dry camping with our camper. Trees, birds, wildlife, solitude. Couldn’t ask for more! Bear is a delightful host, friendly and helpful. We will definitely return here in the future when our wanderings bring us over to the west side! Thank you!
House of Bear is a soothing and stunning retreat nestled in the woods of northern Michigan! My husband and I live in the area and were looking for a camping staycation — HoB didn’t disappoint! We felt like were in another world! Bear is a gracious host and really curates the space so you really get a beautiful, peaceful, natural wilderness experience. Our dogs loved it and we’ll definitely be returning!
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· July 2026
16 ft car ·
House of Bear
Loved camping at this location. Very peaceful and host was exceptional.
Worth the stay again next time up in Michigan
Such beautiful sacred lands offered to the community. Bear is a pleasure to meet and it’s clear how much love and intention is put into maintaining the lands in a way that works with nature rather than against it. Would come back 10,000 times.
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· July 2026
12 ft campervan · With pets ·
House of Bear
Myself, my partner, and my sister a her partner all van camped with our dogs on Bear's property over the 4th of July and it was a great experience! Bear was incredibly kind and helpful and our camp spot was top notch. The dogs loved having some water to jump in and we appreciated being in the shade during a hot weekend. Highly recommend!
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· July 2026
16 ft car ·
House of Bear
Nice camp site in nature! Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City.
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· May 2026
25 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·
House of Bear
My whole family loved staying here, including our dogs. The land was beautiful and fun to explore. Bear and his wife were very kind and welcoming. We'll be back for sure!
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· April 2026
Tent ·
House of Bear
We had a great weekend at Bear’s. The campsite was very unique and private with tons of land to get out and explore. Extremely well kept with a nice fire pit and picnic table
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· September 2025
Tent · With pets ·
House of Bear
We had a great time on Bear’s site. The land was beautiful and peaceful, and Bear was extremely welcoming and friendly. We would definitely go back again.
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· August 2025
Tent · With kids ·
House of Bear
What a great spot to camp and explore Northern Michigan! It was nice to have the ability to choose from a few different sites since Bear has about 11 but only hosts 4 reservations at a time. Also allows for peace and quiet. We definitely will be coming back!
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· August 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
House of Bear
We really liked how wide open the spaces were here! Bear was a very nice host and also provided our site with a bucket of water for putting out our fires at the end of the night.
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· August 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
House of Bear
We really enjoyed our time at Bears property. It was very clean and Bear was a great host! We especially appreciated the clean, sturdy picnic tables and the well maintained fire pit. We also really enjoyed the cranes that flew over in the evening, the bats and the coyote serenade. Would definitely recommend!
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· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
House of Bear
It was only going to be a one night stop but we loved it so much we stayed two nights. Beautiful, spacious tent sites and beautiful views of the stars and trees. Amazing hosts too. Highly recommend.
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· July 2025
Tent · With pets ·
House of Bear
I absolutely love it beautiful view beautiful spot
I enjoyed my time at the House of Bear so much, I extended my trip. The spot down by the beaver pond was secluded and perfect for my car camping set up. Bear just put a picnic table at the site which was a welcomed surprised! Will be back!
Our family had a great time at House of Bear. Awesome host & beautiful land & sites! We loved the privacy and quiet.
Big spots and lots of space, the place is huge and Bear makes sure it's never too crowded. I only saw 1 person during my walks around the property over the course of 3 days- it was so private. Outhouse was nearby, fire circle included with water to douse it, water provided at the house, the paths were drivable. It was truly a perfect camping experience. And I got to see how I would react to a bear sighting- and the answer is not well even though the bear bothered nothing haha!
Awesome one-night stay at the "House of Bear". Beautiful well kept campsites with fire pits, picnic tables and benches. Bear was a great host and a quick responder. Will definitely be coming here again!
Ample room for vans & truck campers. Wildlife. The Beaver Pond was gorgeous, not suitable for fishing. Fire ring was in great shape and well placed. Bear was super nice and accommodating.
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· June 2025
19 ft pop-up camper · With kids ·
House of Bear
We had an absolutely amazing weekend at Bear’s and can’t wait to go back! We camped with friends and their kids. We have a pop up camper and our friends tent camp. We felt very welcome at Bear’s. We had a huge site all to ourselves with lots of land around to explore. The kids all want to come back too.
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· June 2025
Tent ·
House of Bear
Beautiful property with open space and wildlife. Awesome deer watching!
It is a great place with a great owner. Very clean quiet and well maintained.
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· October 2024
Tent ·
House of Bear
Bear has a honest, welcoming demeanor. Very kind. Potable water is a big plus! Sites are varied- more isolated in forest setting or under open sky. You can hear truck acceleration from the local SR but it quiets after sunset. It is a really lovely property. No Picnic tables. I stayed at the pond- really isolated feeling. 35-45 mins from Sleeping Bears Dunes. 20 mins to Travis City. closest grocery/convenience 5 min.
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· August 2024
Tent ·
House of Bear
I always love coming back to Bear's it is a great place for an escape!
We enjoyed our stay on Bear’s land. He was welcoming and had great suggestions for activities around the Traverse City area, many of which we explored! The location is fabulous for a weekend of beauty, biking, hikes, beaches, food, and a great art scene. Bear’s land felt deep in nature, but was only 10-15 minutes away from Traverse, we were able to have privacy (good for when you have a baby who periodically wakes up and screeches), the sites were nicely sized, it was hot the weekend we were there, so we didn’t make use of the fire ring, but Bear provided us with a bucket of water to douse the fire (especially if it started to wander). Some of the sites were grouped together, great if you were traveling with a larger party. We’ll keep this place in mind for that! We had a fabulous weekend and we would definitely stay here again!
Camping on Bears land was great! Plenty of privacy and he was a great host!
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· August 2024
Tent ·
House of Bear
Large property with private camping sections. Outhouses well placed. Use of potable water upon entry invaluable during heat wave. Very friendly and helpful.
I was the only camper in the back area and evidently an imposition on wildlife. Kept awake by something large that was used to human noises, including a barking dog.
Totally dog friendly, plenty of trails to walk, beautiful sunrises and sunsets and plenty of birds! Best of all, I felt like I was completely alone in the woods. Bear treated me upon arrival and helped me find the perfect site for my tree tent!
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· July 2024
Tent · With kids ·
House of Bear
There are few different styles of campsites Bear has to offer which made the selection when we arrived easy to best meet our equipment and set up. We found a nice flat spot near the creek and enjoyed seeing swans, ducks, and geese. We were treated to a chorus of toads to close out our day. Close to many great spots for day trips in and around Traverse City. Bear was a welcoming and friendly host.
Location
Grawn, Grand Traverse, Michigan, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking