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Emerick Park Campground

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Fishing the Thunder Bay River is one of the main draws at this municipal campground in Hillman, Michigan, where full-hookup sites sit directly along the water. Sites are large, and reviewers note the grounds and bathrooms stay clean. The campground connects to a park with a playground and pickleball court, and the village center is close enough to reach on foot or by bicycle. No swim beach is available, but a boat launch provides water access. WiFi is available on-site, though cell service quality is not well documented. Thunder Bay Golf And RV Resort is less than a mile east for campers who want a different setup.

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Map & DirectionsEmerick Park Campground is located in Michigan near Atlanta

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Directions

From jct Hwy 65S & Hwy 32: Go 7-1/2 mi W on Hwy 32, then 1/2 mi N on State St/CR F-21.

Address

351 S State St
Hillman, MI 49746

Coordinates

45.06013374 N
83.900861 W

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Access

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

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

Trash
Picnic Table
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

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General Info

Drive Time

1 hr 52 min from Bay City, MI
1 hr 52 min from Traverse City, MI
2 hrs 2 min from Saginaw, MI
2 hrs 2 min from Midland, MI

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Visitors often highlighted huge riverside lots and clean facilities including bathrooms and great internet. Several guests noted family-friendly amenities like playground access and easy walks to town, though no swimming beach available.

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Nicole V.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 23, 2024

Quaint and Close to town

Small campground with boat launch, shower house, and bathrooms. Connect’s to a park with playground and pickleball court. Easy to walk or ride your bicycle into town for ice cream. No swim beach but good fishing opportunities on the thunder river.

Site10

Month of VisitSeptember

Edwin V.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 11, 2022

Excellent

Very nice park, the side to the river is just spectacular. Restaurants close by and supermarkets. Side is clean bathrooms are clean and the Internet is great.

Site21

Month of VisitMay

Thomas S.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2021

Great place

The lot's are huge, on the ThunderBay River, no reservations, very friendly and easy to walk into a small village.

Site22

Month of VisitJune

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Frequently Asked Questions

What camping facilities are available at Emerick Park?

Emerick Park offers spacious riverfront campsites along the Thunder Bay River. Facilities include clean bathrooms, shower house, and reliable internet access. The campground features a boat launch for water access and connects to a park with a playground and pickleball court. While there's no swimming beach, the location provides good fishing opportunities. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservation system. Its proximity to town allows easy access to restaurants and supermarkets.

Are there photos available of Emerick Park campground?

Photos of Emerick Park Campground are likely available through the official Hillman, MI municipal website or county parks department. To find current images showing the riverfront campsites, boat launch, shower facilities, and nearby playground, contact the local parks department or Hillman village offices directly. Visitors can also check recreation-focused websites or social media groups dedicated to Michigan camping, where fellow campers often share their experiences and photos of this Thunder Bay River destination.

Where is Emerick Park located in Hillman, MI?

Emerick Park Campground is located in Hillman, Michigan, along the Thunder Bay River. The campground is situated within easy walking distance of the small village of Hillman, making it convenient for campers to access local amenities. Its riverside location provides scenic views and recreation opportunities, while still being close enough to town for essential services like restaurants and supermarkets.

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