Camp Dearborn

I had fond memories of this place as I would come here as a child.  Lots of lakes, beaches, play structures, and more open field space than you can imagine. Most of the campground is run down and in need of improvements. The tennis courts &amp; basketball courts are nearly unusable. The pads are so weathered the lines are gone and vegetation has started growing in all the cracks. Tent camping is difficult as all the sites have large concrete pads in the middle of the site. So a tent has to be pitched next to the road or right on the line of your neighbors site. If you are in a RV this isn’t a problem.  For tents, site 191 is the best. On top of a hill which overlooks the campground and lake. It’s an end site so you can spread out a bit into the adjacent field.  The bath houses restrooms are in need of renovations or at least a severe cleaning. Very smelly. Showers are nearly pointless, warm water at best. For tent campers this campground is best for day use in my opinion.  While the Village of Milford is a bike ride away and has lots to do, there are better places to spend a weekend.

Lots of campground space.  Too much as they can’t maintain it all

We have been going to Camp Dearborn for five years now, and our friend's family has been going for nearly sixty! They have activities for both children and adults, two beautiful beaches, a pool, tennis courts, and now a zip line. Options for camping range from tent sites to luxury cabins. We usually get a platform tent, which sleeps six people and comes with a kitchen cabana.

Family friendly and fun! 

I visited this campground with extended family - and there was a lot of us.  This campground is very clean, well-manicured and is vast.  I didn't have time to explore everything.  There is a TON of things to do: swimming, zip-lining, mini-golf, fishing, paddle boats, basketball - I'm sure I'm missing something.  It's impossible to be bored.

  

That being said, it was not my favorite camping experience.  It was extremely crowded and people were very rowdy late into the night and obviously intoxicated.  There was a karaoke machine set up which is a fun group activity but it also took away from the nature experience.  I like to be still and listen to the sounds of nature, which was impossible.  

  

Even going for a walk, cars were driving by on the paved roads of the park, people were everywhere.  This is a campground that takes away all the things I love about camping: to unplug, seclusion, enjoying the beauty of nature without distractions.  I wouldn't recommend this campground if you enjoy a more rustic experience while camping.

Not bad, just not for me.

We’ve been in their tent/cabins and our own RV.  Great park, clean, nice swimming lakes, the teens love the canteen.  Tough to get in but we love it. 

One of our Favorites

Booked a two week stay at Pontiac Lake Rec. area in Whitelak, MI. Huge sites not stacked on top of one another. They have electric hookups, but only 30 amp. No water or sewage at the camp site but available within the park. 
Grounds are kept very clean and it has been a rather quiet stay even in the weekends when every spot is taken. 
The only real downside is that Michigan doesn’t offer any type of Military Discounts. 
Will be staying here again as it’s just down the road from family. 

Pontiac Lake Rec RV Site

I’ve been camping at camp Dearborn for most of my life. I have so many great memories at this campground. The daily activities and dance for the kids are great. They have 2 beaches and a pool. Many cabins, tents, and RV spots. Multiple bathrooms with showers. Very decent prices also. 

Camp Dearborn Loyalist

They offer campsites full hookups pet friendly 

They offer electric only no pets they offer campsites no pets.

They have a tent only section.

 They have a beach, tennis courts, children's playground,rustic cabins, they have a recreation field Kids Activities arts and crafts!!! They have 16 resort cabins, this place is HUGH

Bathrooms were dated and 
we arrived Monday after Labor Day so I can't judge them. They  had a FULL HOUSE on Labor Day per the front gate. I was very impressed there was no garbage at campsites and picked up very well.

GREAT biking trails you can catch on premise and bike over to Kensington and to the charming town of Milford