County-managed Crittenden Park sits on forested terrain alongside Big Lake in Sears, Michigan, operating seasonally from April through October. The campground provides full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections for RVs, plus amenities like showers, restrooms, and a dump station. Sites feature birch trees that provide shade, and campers report clean facilities with private shower buildings and a storm shelter for severe weather protection.
Big Lake offers direct water access for fishing, boating, and kayaking activities. The park accommodates both overnight and seasonal camping arrangements, with reservations available and pets welcome. For campers wanting additional options in the region, campsites near Evart provide alternatives within the broader area.
Description
The Osceola County Parks Commission has two separate and unique parks in its park system. They are both situated on a lake, bordered by forest, and offer limitless opportunities for both the sportsman and recreational enthusiast.
Rose Lake Park, located on Rose Lake, and Crittenden Park, located on Big Lake both offer great fishing. Other recreational opportunities include camping, swimming, and other day use activities such as picnic tables, playground, pavilions, etc. Additionally, Rose Lake Park is located near the White Pine Trail and Crittenden Park is located near the Pere Marquette State Trail.
Camping is available by the day, week, month, or season. You can use the menu bar on the left to view announcements, a map of each park, and other information.
Come and enjoy clean, well-maintained facilities and grounds, friendly and helpful staff, great swimming and fishing, and a variety of recreational activities.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsCrittenden Park is located in Michigan near Evart
Address
3641 S. 50th Ave
Sears, MI 49679
Coordinates
43.867842823263054 N
85.18652712399927 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome Coverage- VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 56 min from Midland, MI
- 1 hr 10 min from Bay City, MI
- 1 hr 18 min from Grand Rapids, MI
- 1 hr 28 min from Traverse City, MI
