Camping near Port Crescent State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Port Crescent State Park adventure.

Three miles of sandy shores await campers along Michigan’s thumb.

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Port Crescent Campground

145 sites · RVs, Tents In Port Crescent State Park

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"Elysium Heritage Farm"

5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents120 acres · Pinconning, MI

"Elysium Heritage Farm" is situated on 120 acres in Northeast, MI surrounded by woods, trails, ponds and canals. Enjoy access to a small farm that includes fainting goats, chickens, turkeys, rabbits, and more. Bring your pole and try your luck at some catch and release fishing. Enjoy viewing numerous types of wildflowers, birds, and butterflies. Depending on the season, (and how quietly you walk the trails) you may experience a wide variety of wildlife species. Although we don't allow motorized ATVs, you are welcome to bring a golf cart. Most of the trails are improved enough to allow you access. The property is located just (5) miles off I-75 so it's also a convenient mid-trip destination for those on a longer distance excursion. In case you plan on fishing the local hotspots on Lake Huron (15 minutes away) and are trailering a boat, there is plenty of area to park your rig during your stay. It's only a ten minute drive to Pinconning, where you can experience Michigan's "Cheese Town" and all it has to offer. There's a grocery store, numerous cheese shops, and a variety of party stores and restaurants. For the outdoor enthusiasts, don't miss out on going to the ever-famous "Northwoods Wholesale Outlet". Also nearby is the "Saganing Eagles Landing Casino" in Standish. We have resided here for over 30 years and can assist you in many ways to get the most out of your visit. By the way, the definition of the word "Elysium" is "Place of perfect bliss" and yes, we labeled it that long before the movie with Matt Damon was created.

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Step Back in Time with Us!

7 sites · RVs10 acres · Port Sanilac, MI

Our beautiful, 10-acre grounds include wooded and grassy areas, 14 different gardens, bridges, boardwalks, swings and benches, walking trails, and 17 historic buildings. Visit the beautiful Loop Harrison Mansion, General Store, one-room schoolhouse, Banner Cabin, our historic church and train depot, the hearse shed that houses our antique wooden hearse, and more. Wildlife and nature abound. Our peaceful and private grounds will be your camping oasis. Within walking distance of beautiful Lake Huron with its beaches and marina and parks, plus the Port Sanilac Lighthouse (tours available on summer Fridays), and several bars and restaurants. Check out our Farmers' Market on Fridays and catch a live play at the 150-year-old Barn Theatre. Take a guided tour of the beautiful Loop-Harrison Mansion, built in 1872. Or hop on a 1917 open-air Model T or horse and carriage for a tour around town. Join us for one of our many events: bourbon tasting parties, live music, historical re-enactments, psychic readings, lectures, and much more. There is always something happening at the Museum! Learn more about this land: RV campers are welcomed to our beautiful 10-acre grounds at the Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum. At this time, we do not allow tent campers. Campers are invited to use our two large communal bonfire pits. Firewood is available for purchase. Advance notice is recommended. Guest WIFI is available in and near the Mansion but does not reliably connect to our camping areas. Here you will find beauty, quiet, and privacy. Be sure to wander our brick/stone path and nature trail that combine to make a one-mile walking path around the grounds. You'll enjoy bridges, swings and benches to rest awhile, a boardwalk, a fairy garden, 14 flower gardens, birds and wildlife, and lots more! The path also winds past each of our 17 historic buildings and the 1942 U.S. Army Troop Train. We host weekend events during the summer months, including historical re-enactments, Farmers' Market, live music, outdoor yoga and fitness classes, bourbon tasting parties, Rockin' the 70's Music Festival, and much more! Tour the beautiful Loop-Harrison Mansion, celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2022. Enjoy a live performance at the Barn Theatre on Friday and Saturday evenings. Take a unique tour of Port Sanilac in our 1917, open-air Model T or horse and carriage. We are located within walking distance of beautiful Lake Huron, including a lakeside park, beach, harbor, and break wall. Check out the live music at the harbor park every Saturday during the summer months. The historic Port Sanilac Lighthouse (tours offered on Fridays) is also within walking distance, as well as restaurants, bars, and shopping. Follos us on Facebook at "Sanilac County Historic Village and Museum" for the most up-to-date info on events, etc.

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Serenity Hills

1 site · Lodging20 acres · Kingston, MI

Guests will be staying on a working horse farm with rolling hills and wooded walking trails in one of two glamping bell tents. There are all types of wildlife on the farm such as deer, turkey, rabbits and bald eagles. Quarter horses are on site to watch and pet with supervision and if you're interested in a ride, let your host know! Amish stores and products are nearby and a short drive takes you to shopping for delicious fresh foods and hand made artisan items. Return to spend a relaxing evening by the campfire, and if you didn't eat while you were out, cook your fresh food purchases fireside. If you don't want to go out and shop, check with your host to have a cooler of ice, 4 sodas or water, hotdogs, buns, and smores delivered to your tent for an additional fee.

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Unionville Village Park

5 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Unionville, MI

AS OF OCTOBER 31ST - 2023 THE CAMPGROUND IS CLOSED FOR THE WINTER - WILL REOPEN SPRING 2024 The Village recently installed four campsites equipped with water and electric service. Campsites are $20 per night. Free use of the RV dump station for registered campers. An RV dump station is located at the corner of Brown and Pickle Streets. Learn more about this land: The Village of Unionville offers four campsites each with water and electric hookups. There is a dump station available free of charge to registered campers.

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Jellystone Park North Port Huron

383 sites · Lodging, RVs10 acres · Carsonville, MI

Camp like you’ve never camped before at Jellystone Park™ camping resort at North Port Huron – Thumbcoast region, located right next to Lake Huron and other beautiful in-land lakes that the thumb has to offer. Roll into a spacious RV campsite with full hookups in your big rig, pitch a tent, or cozy up in a rustic cabin. Get wet ‘n wild at the Water Zone, lounge around on the sandy swimming beach, go fishin’, play mini golf, attend a special park event, and more! The possibilities are endless!

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WaterFront Saginaw Bay - All Year

1 site · RV1 acre · Fairgrove, MI

Waterfront on Quanicassee River at the mouth of Saginaw Bay. It has a lighted deck to fish from or enjoy sunsets right in front of the RV site. Great location, 5 min from Hwy 25 (East of Bay CIty {20 minutes}, Frankenmuth just 35 minutes. High Speed WiFi, Water & 50 amp Power; Sewer. No playground equipment but one of the best RV sites in Michigan (that I have found). The Quanicassee River is one of the cleanest rivers in our area. Lots of boats go out and in by the dock. There are resident eagles, ducks, geese, swans, pelicans (rare) and lots of fish.

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Ruffin It

3 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Prescott, MI

Learn more about this land:Privacy and freedom, In between West Branch and Tawas, you’ll be centrally located to choose from many options. Lake Huron 30 minutes away, Au Sable River 15 min away, Rifle River 10 minutes away. Hiking, canoeing, kayaking, star gazing, hunting, fishing,

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Lake Huron Wooded Retreat 🚗🏕️🏖️

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Au Gres, MI

Our one-acre property offers a spacious front area with ample room to accommodate an SUV and a few tents.. The rear of the property is entirely wooded, featuring a quaint walking path that invites you to explore the serene landscape. Pop-up campers can fit in the space, but it is tight and not recommended. Just a short 4-minute stroll down our secluded street leads to public access to Lake Huron. Here, you'll find a largely undiscovered public beach, its seclusion due to the unique location making it an ideal spot for quiet relaxation by sandy shores. For those looking to enjoy local culture and dining, we are conveniently situated approximately 10 minutes from both Tawas City and Au Gres, each offering an array of charming shops and restaurants. This setting perfectly blends accessibility with a retreat into nature, providing a peaceful haven where you can watch the sunset over Lake Huron then return to the woods for an evening of solitude.

Tawas Pointe in the Woods

1 site · RV, Tent25 acres · East Tawas, MI

Park your RV or set up your tent and hook up to a 110 power outlet. Enjoy hiking the paths on the 25 acre woods, the campfire, the amazing stargazing, and only 2 miles to Tawas State Park and 3 miles to the charming East Tawas shops and restaurants. Located on Baldwin Resort Road in East Tawas. Ride your bike to Tawas State Park to enjoy one of the best sites for bird watching in the Spring; walk the white sugar sand beaches of Lake Huron and Tawas Bay all seasons, and swim in the warmer months. My 25 acre property has 3 lots of 2 acres of 260 feet frontage on Baldwin Resort Road. On the 60 foot frontage lot is a 3 bedroom home that I stay in at times and a shed; the outdoor 110 power outlet is located at the back of the home for hookup. The 200 foot frontage are empty wooded lots and the 23 acres of woods is behind the home and south of the home. You have access to the 23 acres for hiking and pure enjoyment of the serene woods.

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Rosemary Pines

4 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Oscoda, MI

This home was built by my grandparents back in the 40’s he was a military man she was a homemaker! We lived around the kitchen with smoked fish and freshly baked oatmeal raisin cookies! At one time my uncles horse lived here and many of my grandfathers chicken! This home and land has lots of love surrounding it! There are many blueberry farms and amazing fishing spots! I can hand out brochures when you arrive. I also have a relationship with a local fishing charter if you would like to do a fish and fry!Learn more about this land:Woods and moss with a pond. We offer camping (must bring tents) on the property. It’s optional bathrooms and showers, grill chairs and table. We are a mile from the beach and we can drop you at the canoe rental in town. You can choose to only camp or to camp and use toilet and shower with code access. . We offer s’more sets for 2 people package in garage in refrigerator if wanted. We also have in town canoeing local and beach side fire pits along Lake Huron. We’re close to Lumberman monument which is a beautiful place to hike and see the fall colors. We’re also not a far drive from the Mackinac Bridge. You can engage in water, beaches, canoeing or just sit by the bonfire and eat s’mores! The property is 5 acres with a home located on site and someone will be available if needed. We do have dense pines with bugs so bring bug spray!

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Universal Center

5 sites · Tents5 acres · Twining, MI

Learn more about this land:We have 3 acres with bordered by woods and Rustic campsites available within surrounding woods.A few miles to Rifle river and 20 minutes to small beach on Lake Huron.Small Locally owned eateries close by, three campfires sites and one portable if needed. 12 miles north of Standish, 15 miles east of West Branch. Near Prescott, Sterling, AuGre and Hale.

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The Wind Down Depot

1 site · RV35 acres · Carsonville, MI

The wind down depot is an old train station cut in half and moved to the middle of the woods. We have lots of walking trails. Animals of all sorts can be seen all day. The flower garden is always loud with buzzing. The slab of concrete is ready for parking. Power available 20, 30 and 50 amp. Hose spigot too off the house. It’s secluded and private. Offers nature and views from the site to the pond and creek. Town is 5 miles away. The property is completely wooded.

The best camping near Port Crescent State Park guide

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Sandy beaches and dunes stretch along the south shore of Lake Huron in Port Crescent State Park. Getting on the water is top of the to-do list, so bring your canoe or kayak and set out to fish or paddle along the Pinnebog River. Five miles of hiking and cross-country ski trails will tempt you inland, while the coastal boardwalk has fantastic views of the lake. Campers can choose from cabins, geodomes, or RV sites with electric hookups at the beachside campground, and sticking around after nightfall affords some of Michigan’s best stargazing—Port Crescent is also a dark sky preserve.

Tips for snagging a campsite

You can reserve 137 tent/RV sites, seven cabins, and two geodomes at Port Crescent State Campground via the Michigan State Park & Harbor Reservations website.
Campsite reservations open six months in advance.
Campsites and cabins can fill up over summer and holiday weekends, so book at least three months in advance, especially if you have a specific site in mind.

When to go

Summer is the busiest period to visit Port Crescent State Park, when the lakeside beaches provide a welcome respite from the sun. Spring and fall provide ideal weather for hiking and beach strolls, and weekday visits can make you feel like you have the place to yourself. The campground is open from mid-April through mid-October only, but winter visitors can still enjoy cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Know before you go

Port Crescent State Park is 125 miles north of Detroit or about a 2-hour, 30-minute drive away.
A Recreation Passport is required to visit all Michigan state parks. Camping reservation fees also apply.
Facilities include picnic areas, restrooms, and a kayak and canoe launch. Rentals are also available in season.
There are accessible campsites, cabins, and beaches at Port Crescent State Park.