Fishing enthusiasts and RV travelers find electric hookups and open terrain at Vanderbilt County Park & Campground, a county-managed facility operating from mid-April through November. The drive-in campground provides standard amenities including restrooms, picnic tables, and trash service, with campfires permitted throughout the grounds.
Pet owners can bring their animals to this Fairgrove location, which sits within the broader county park system. The $15 nightly rate covers electric hookups for RVs, while the open layout provides straightforward site access. Nearby options include Sunset Bay Marina/RV to the northeast and Finn Road Park to the west for additional camping choices in the area.
Description
Vanderbilt County Park & Campground, Tuscola's hidden gem on the Saginaw Bay shoreline, sits among the shady, rustic shoreline of the bay along M-25 between Quanicassee and Unionville. The park offers close to 18-acres of rich natural scenic beauty available for day use or overnight camping. Featuring playground and volleyball equipment, picnic areas, grills, rustic restrooms and fire rings; along with improved and rustic campsites, it's only a short drive north from Frankenmuth or east of the Tri-cities (Saginaw, Bay City and Midland). Plus, it's within a couple hours drive from metro Detroit and the greater Lansing area. Marina launches, shopping, dining and unique area attractions are nearby as well. The park is open year round.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsVanderbilt County Park & Campground is located in Michigan near Essexville
Directions
On shoreline of Saginaw Bay just outside of Quanicassee at M-25 and Bath Road.
Coordinates
43.59438238 N
83.65856497 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/4/26
VerizonNo Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 7/4/26
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 14 min from Bay City, MI
- 33 min from Midland, MI
- 34 min from Saginaw, MI
- 56 min from Flint, MI
