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Drummond Island Township Park Campground

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A rocky bay on Drummond Island's north shore sets the stage here, where the township-run campground sits close enough to the water that many sites have direct views across the bay. The layout runs to roughly 48 sites, with around 30 carrying electric hookups at $17 per night and the rest going for $15. As Brian N. puts it, "every site with a view of the bay." Wooded sites tend to be larger with good tree cover and privacy, while the lakefront sites are somewhat smaller and can get breezy when weather moves through.

Site quality varies noticeably depending on where you land. Reviewers flag site 20 as a strong choice, with solid water views and enough surrounding trees to create separation from neighbors. The campground fills fast on holiday weekends, especially during OHV events, when the island draws a significant crowd of off-road riders. During those stretches, the campground can feel quite busy. Arrive early on a Friday if you want a lakefront electric site. Ground conditions can turn muddy after heavy rain, and tent campers should expect rocky soil in places.

Paddlers have consistent praise for the launch access. Canoes and kayaks can be left on shore and used freely throughout a stay. The bay holds multiple islands and rocky ledges within easy reach, and the county has mapped out designated paddling trails with suggested campsites. A three-mile hiking trail starts directly from the campground, and the rocky shoreline draws visitors hunting for fossils at low water. Swimming is possible from a shallow sandy beach, though the rocky lake bottom makes water shoes a practical necessity.

Facilities are rustic. Three vault toilet stations are on-site, with quality varying between them. No showers. Drinking water comes from a pump. Firewood is available, and each site has a stone fire pit and picnic table. The campground is self-serve with a drop-box payment system. A store, restaurants, and gas are available a short drive away near the island's Four Corners area. Campers planning a broader trip through the Upper Peninsula can explore camping spots near De Tour Village as a regional reference point, or check nearby options like Trailhead Campground for comparison.

This campground suits paddlers, anglers, hikers, and OHV riders who want water access and low-cost sites without developed amenities.

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Map & DirectionsDrummond Island Township Park Campground is located in Michigan near De Tour Village

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45.99806622 N
83.78707328 W

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Boat-In
Sites accessible by watercraft.

Site Types

Tent Sites
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Standard (Tent/RV)
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Cabins

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Drinking Water
Electric Hookups
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

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Pull-Through Sites
30 Amp Hookups

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Drive Time

3 hrs 20 min from Traverse City, MI
3 hrs 46 min from Midland, MI
3 hrs 48 min from Bay City, MI
3 hrs 58 min from Saginaw, MI

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Reviews13 Camper Reviews - Drummond Island Township Park Campground

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Numerous guests pointed out the beautiful lakefront sites, peaceful atmosphere, and excellent value at $15-17/night. A common theme was appreciation for rustic amenities like stone fire pits, though some noted maintenance issues with facilities.

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M C.

Scout

Reviewed Jul. 13, 2025

Fish Camp

Popular family destination for fishing. Nice kayaking right from camp.

Site8

Month of VisitJuly

Sam W.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 1, 2023

Lots To Do

We came up here on a baby moon before our first child came into the world. We fished the fossil ledges (caught a ton of smallmouth on a blue and silver spoon), traveled the orv trails, ate local food, and just explored the island. I want so badly to get back up there when my kids are a little older. I know they'll love it.

Month of VisitJuly

Sharon H.

Guide

Reviewed Feb. 13, 2022

Nice Little Campground

We wanted off the grid camping on Drummond Island, but it was first visit to the island. This campground is clean and quiet. We have Roof Top tent , and pretty view of the water with some shade from trees.

Site26

Month of VisitAugust

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Michael A.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 29, 2021

Peaceful Park

I arrived at about 1pm on a Friday, hoping to get a site with electrical, and despite the park being nearly full, and with the help of someone from another site, I was able to find what I was looking for. Overall, it's a wonderful park, but I do have some "complaints". Mainly, it's hard to tell where the site lines are; the fire pits, while plentiful, could use some upgrading; the men's vault toilet could use a better lock; and the ground can be rocky, which makes it tough for us tent campers. Having said that, despite the campground bring full and lots of kids, it was very peaceful and quiet. Plenty of trees for shade and the grounds do offer some spectacular views. It's very easy to find, there are nice trails for exploring and the people who were canning there were very friendly. Would definitely stay here again.

Site41

Month of VisitJuly

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Brian N.

Ranger

Reviewed Jul. 11, 2021

Never disappointed with this campground!!

A wonderful campground. My third time staying here! Stayed at 29. Rustic but super quiet as it’s all the way in the back by the nature trail. Got some great trail riding in on the muddiest trails I’ve ever been on.

Site29

Month of VisitJuly

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Brian N.

Ranger

Reviewed Jun. 18, 2021

Amazing views for a campground!!!

Ok, if you want a campground with a view… This is your place. Every site with a view of the bay. I was here last year and the water was probably up to more feet this year tons of area to walk along the water‘s edge. Each site has a stone fireplace and a picnic table. Vault toilets. If you want to come to a place with low noise spacious sites, this is the ticket!!! Whether you came up looking to wheel, hike, peace and quiet…. You won’t regret this wonderful place.

Site29

Month of VisitJune

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Shari G.

Legend

Reviewed Oct. 21, 2020

A Paddler's Dream Camp

Sometimes you spend a long time getting somewhere and you think,“Why haven’t I ever come here before now?” I grew up in Michigan and had no idea that Drummond Island even existed, let alone had ever come close to it. Now, that I know it’s there, I plan to return, again and again. The campground run by the township on Drummond Island is, kind of like the island itself, a step back in time– but in a good way. Tucked away in a little rocky bay on the north shore of the island, protected and lovely, the campground seems like it hasn’t changed much in 40 years. But what more could anyone want, than a lovely campsite next to the water, with a rustic stone firepit for$15 a night?

Many of the sites have electricity which only costs an extra $5 if you’re in a trailer, $3 if in a tent. Rustic pit toilets are clean and come equipped with the standard Michigan pit-toilet bouquet (seriously, what it up Michigan?). We arrived after a steady week of rain and the campground was quite muddy in spots. But this was also a result of the record high water level of Lake Huron.

This is a paddler’s dream launch site, we left our boats on the shore for the week and jumped in them whenever the desire arose. Islands, rocky ledges, and fossil hunts lie around each headland. For those more adventurous paddlers the county has put together a number of paddler’s trails complete with suggested campsites, stop in at the visitor’s center for more information.

The township has several restaurants and a nearly full-stocked grocery store where you can find all of your basic supplies if not every variety of your usual food stuffs– no shortage of booze though. The island is famous for its OHV trails, and there are some weekends you may want to avoid if motorized recreation is not your thing. We got out on the water and found ourselves practically alone.

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Month of VisitSeptember

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Brian N.

Ranger

Reviewed Sep. 30, 2020

Best camp ground (technically) in Michigan

Love this place! Can’t say enough about the views!!! Love the hiking trail and space at each site. Stayed at 26 which is in the back and has an amazingly area with incredible view. 20 looks like it would be a good one too. Pit toilets, water stations and a grilling area. Amazing for $15 a night on the island

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Dare To Everywhere .

Ranger

Reviewed Jul. 6, 2020

Close to Ferry/Great Views

Not the greatest, but certainly not the worst campground. All first come-first served, with self-checkin. $15/night for rustic, $17/night for electric. We had an electric site, however ours was not working. We were able to plugin to the reverse side amp, and make it work. I left notes on my payment envelope, but they either ignored it, or no one was on-site during our 4th of July visit. There was however, a number to call, had it been a bigger issue.

We had a group of 6, and we took sites 3 & 4 directly ahead as you entered the campground. This area was great, IF you are using both sites

PROS: •Enough space for 3 tents, 3 cars, plus a screened food tent.

•The sites behind us had a line of trees, so it was private and we felt like we had our own little are.

•Lake views through the trees, but just a very short walk down to the shore for fantastic sunset views. It was great to bring some chairs and drinks to enjoy the lake sunsets.

•Directly across from the beach-access drive.

•Directly across from one of three bathrooms.

•Campground is less than 6 miles from the ferry and also close to the “Four Corners” area with a store, restaurants and gas.

•A large sign on the main road made it easy to find, as we arrived in the dark with no GPS.

CONS: •These two sites are not only near the entrance, which can have heavy traffic, but also line the boat launch drive. Constant boats and cars passing by.

•Our sites’ landscaping wasn’t well maintained. Lots of tall grass and weeds throughout both sites.

•Only 1 fire pit for sites 3 & 4 combined.

•The nearby bathroom was by far the worst of the 3 on-site. The men’s was pitch black at all times of the day and I felt like I was going to fall through the floor. We were excited when we found it so close to our site, but we used the others further away. The other bathroom had lights, was maintained and actually locked.

•Of course, the electrical not working was a bummer, but thankfully it worked out.

Walking around during the day, I’d say site 20 might be the best. There were other sites with better water views, directly on the water, but they were flooded and also lacked any privacy. Site 20 had good views and plenty of space, surrounded by trees.

Overall, a nice little campground. Disappointed in a few things, but would likely return.

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Kate K.

Legend

Reviewed Aug. 4, 2019

I’ll be back!

This was my first time on Drummond and the township park was a pleasant surprise. After taking the ferry over, it’s only about a 5-10 minute drive up the road to the park. Run a lot like a rustic state park, it’s a self-serve, pick a spot, and put the money in the slot kinda place. Each site has its own rustic stone fire pit and picnic table. I believe the campground had about 48 sites and 30 of which had electric. I think probably 20 of them had lakefront (which were a bit smaller). The wooded sites were pretty large and had nice privacy. The bathrooms were rustic style pit toilets and there are no showers. There were however some beautiful hiking trails and beaches for swimming. The island itself is full of ORV trails, so most of the people come for that. The rest are just looking for some beautiful scenery on a quiet island. I will definitely be back!

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Tracie S.

Guide

Reviewed Apr. 25, 2019

Heaven

Most beautiful place in Michigan. Favorite sites are right on the shore which is rocky. There is a shallow sandy swim beach. On calm days, I can't get off the water for long. Reminds me of the Carribean with all the islands in the bay. If you have 4 wheel drive, go to fossil beach. No showers, pit toliet, electric at some sites

Month of VisitAugust

Niki M.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 18, 2018

This was the best campsite I've ever been to!

The campgrounds are lovely, and you can get sites directly on the lake. The water is quite rocky and hard to swim in without water shoes, but with a $10 pair I bought at a local gift shop, I had no problems. If you check out the lake at night you can watch HUNDREDS of crawdads crawling across the rocks! If you aren't scared of the leeches that also come out at night, you can catch them by the bucketload! They're great eating, and even though there were 10 of us in the water with visible leeches swimming about, not one person got bit. There's also wonderful hiking trails that start right at the campsite, and the woods hide beautiful rock formations and the stone foundations of long destroyed houses. If you're planning on driving anywhere instead of hiking, bring a jeep. Some of those little dirt roads can be very muddy and a normal car would DEFINITELY get stuck out there.

Month of VisitJuly

Amy K.

Ranger

Reviewed Jun. 21, 2018

Perfect lakefront campground with hiking trail.

Wonderful campground! We have stayed here twice. There are quite a few sites right on the lake, and all the sites are well spaced out, with a good balance of shade and sun. Sites on the water can get a little breezy if inclimate weather rolls in. The campground has outhouses, pump water, is dog friendly, and some sites have electricity. Great for campers or tents. There is also a nice three mile hiking trail right off the campground.

Month of VisitJuly

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Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities are available at Drummond Island Township Park Campground?

Drummond Island Township Park Campground offers rustic camping with basic amenities. The campground features outhouses/vault toilets, pump water stations, picnic tables, and stone fire rings at each site. Many sites are situated right on the lake with beautiful views of the bay. There's a shallow sandy swim beach area, though the shoreline is primarily rocky (water shoes recommended for swimming). The park also has a hiking/nature trail and a communal grilling area. While the amenities are simple, the spectacular waterfront setting and well-spaced sites with a good balance of sun and shade make this a popular destination.

Is dispersed camping allowed on Drummond Island?

Dispersed camping opportunities on Drummond Island are limited, with most camping directed to established campgrounds like the Township Park. While the island has extensive outdoor recreation areas including ORV trails and public lands, regulations typically restrict camping to designated areas. For those seeking a more remote experience, the Township Park's back sites (such as site 29) offer a more secluded setting while still providing basic amenities. Visitors interested in potential dispersed camping should check with the Drummond Island Tourism Association or local authorities for current regulations before planning their trip.

Are there any RV camping options at Drummond Island Township Park?

Yes, Drummond Island Township Park Campground offers RV camping options with electric hookups available at select sites for $17 per night (rustic sites are $15). The campground layout accommodates RVs with adequately sized sites, though it's worth noting some campers have reported occasional electrical issues. No water or sewer hookups are available. The park is designed in a state park-like setting with sites that provide good spacing between neighbors, making it suitable for a range of camping setups from tents to recreational vehicles.

How do I make reservations for Drummond Island Township Park Campground?

Drummond Island Township Park Campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations. The self-check-in process requires you to find an available site upon arrival, then complete payment by placing money in the designated payment slot. During busy periods (especially summer weekends), arriving early in the day is recommended to secure a spot, particularly if you want a waterfront site. For the most current information about availability or seasonal operations, contact the Drummond Island Township offices directly.

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