A nature trail at the back of the campground connects directly to the North Western State Trail, giving cyclists and hikers a car-free route into Mackinaw City without retracing steps through the campground. Mackinac Island ferries depart nearby, and the campground staff actively coordinates with Shepler's Ferry, providing shuttle pickup to the dock. The beach is roughly a mile away. For stargazers, Headlands Dark Sky Park sits about ten minutes out, with open sightlines toward Lake Michigan.
Site selection matters here. Back-in sites run more spacious than the interior pull-throughs, which reviewers consistently describe as tight. Site 7 draws specific praise for its size among the back-ins, while sites 16 through 20F offer 50-amp service for larger rigs. Premium pull-through sites include a concrete patio, Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a charcoal grill. Campers in spot 1 note it sits directly adjacent to the dump station, with diesel RV noise a real factor during busy periods, so requesting a site farther from the dump station is worth doing at booking. The campground accommodates rigs up to 60 feet with full hookups.
The bathhouse gets consistent attention in reviews. Daniel S. notes the "bathroom facilities are dated compared to some KOAs but were always clean," and that characterization holds across multiple seasons of feedback. Daily trash pickup runs site-to-site. The campground also features a heated pool, playground, fenced dog park, lending library, and coin laundry. Electric car charging is available on-site, and the general store stocks basic supplies.
Access from I-75 is straightforward, approximately one mile from the highway. The internal roads are gravel, which limits comfortable in-camp cycling, though the trail connection to the state trail compensates for that. Open May 1 through October 15, the campground accepts reservations and allows pets. Tee Pee Campground and French Lake Road are among the nearby alternatives if this location fills up during peak summer weeks. Campers using this KOA primarily as a base for island trips and local exploration tend to get the most from the location.
Description
Mackinac Island is the most spectacular destination in Michigan, and this KOA is a perfect location to stay. KOA offers great camping near Mackinac Island and Free shuttles to island ferries available. Mackinaw Campgrounds nature trail connects to a paved trail into Mackinaw City, where you can explore Colonial Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. Or continue on the North Western State Trail for miles of hiking/biking. Rent a bike from KOA or bring your own. Use this KOA as a base camp for an easy trip across the Mackinac Bridge to Tahquamenon Falls, Soo Locks and Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum on Lake Superior. Take a scenic drive through Tunnel of Trees. You're less than 2 miles from a Lake Michigan beach. After sightseeing, head back to KOA to enjoy the heated pool and a campfire. There are sites for everyone: pull thrus/full hookups, pop-ups, tents and Cabins. Cable TV/Wi-Fi available at sites. Pool: Memorial Weekend - Labor Day Weekend. Max pull thru: 70 feet.
Fee Info
Adults 18+, Kids 5-17, Free 0-4
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMackinaw City / Mackinac Island KOA is located in Michigan near Mackinaw City
Directions
N'bound: From jct I-75 (exit 337) & Hwy 108: Go 1/4 mi S on Hwy 108 (Nicolet St), then 1/2 mi W on Trailsend Rd. S'bound: From jct I-75 (exit 338) & US 23: Go 1/4 mi S on US 23, then 3/4 mi S on Hwy 108, then 1/2 mi W on Trailsend Rd.
Address
566 Trailsend Rd
Mackinaw City, MI 49701
Coordinates
45.76777077 N
84.74073167 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/1/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/1/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/1/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 11/19/25
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 52 min from Traverse City, MI
- 2 hrs 18 min from Midland, MI
- 2 hrs 21 min from Bay City, MI
- 2 hrs 30 min from Saginaw, MI












































