Best Tent Camping near Ada, MI

If you're looking for a place to pitch your tent near Ada, look no further. You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Ada, Michigan's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Ada, MI (20)

    Camper-submitted photo from Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA
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    1. Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA

    13 Reviews
    19 Photos
    49 Saves
    Allendale, Michigan

    The Allendale/West Grand Rapids KOA is conveniently located between Grand Rapids and Grand Haven, nestled deep in the countryside of Western Michigan. Our RV sites are large enough to handle most big rigs and offer serenity and a peaceful place to vacation. If tenting is your passion, we have great secluded sites within walking distance to the bathhouse and restroom facilities. Our deluxe cabins are complete with bathroom facilities and fully-equipped kitchens for that "home away from home feel."

    If you're traveling with your family, we have plenty of activities to entertain all ages." Water Wars," hit the bullseye & set off the depth charge to soak your opponent, or perhaps a refreshing swim in our pool. Two playgrounds accommodate our younger campers, while volleyball, basketball, horseshoes & more keep everyone busy. Weekend activities include our famous glow-ride hay-wagon ride.

    We have three ponds on the campground that will keep you busy catching & releasing fish all day long. If fishing or relaxing on the water is on your list of things to do, you'll find them all within a short distance of the campground.

    In the fall, come camp and enjoy the beautiful colors of the changing trees of Western Michigan.

    Whatever your camping needs may be, we have a site for you and look forward to meeting you!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Group
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    2. Camp Clear Sky

    1 Review
    9 Photos
    12 Saves
    Lowell, Michigan

    We allow disbursed tent camping and car camping on our farm. Our disbursed camping area features deep woods and lighted trails. We have a shared outdoor kitchen area and occasionally have live music.

    One of the largest timber frame pedestrian bridges is a short walk away and connects us with the Lowell Township shopping district. Next to that is the "Marijuana Mile" located in the city of Lowell with some of the lowest prices and highest quality anywhere in the world.

    Nearby is access to the Grand River, The Flat River, the North Country Trail, The Fred Meijer Trail, The Lowell Area Trail. Its a favorite destination for hiking, bicycling, and kayaking!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Picnic Table

    $10 - $20 / night

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    4. South Channel Campground

    14 Reviews
    35 Photos
    107 Saves
    North Muskegon, Michigan

    If you're looking for campgrounds in Musekgon MI, South Channel Campground will not disappoint. Muskegon State Park is located four miles west of North Muskegon on the shore of Lake Michigan, and is one of the best Muskegon campgrounds in the area. There are over two miles of shoreline on Lake Michigan and over a mile on Muskegon Lake. The park is located near Duck Lake State Park and P.J. Hoffmaster State Park.

    A variety of local attractions make this park even more remarkable, including Michigan Adventure (amusement park), Gillette Nature Center at Hoffmaster State Park, Muskegon County Museum, Muskegon Museum of Art and the U.S.S. Silversides (World War II submarine open for tours).

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $10 - $60 / night

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      5. Sandy Pines RV Resort and Campground

      3 Reviews
      8 Saves
      Wayland, Michigan
      • Pets
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      • Group
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      6. East Lake Camping

      2 Reviews
      7 Photos
      13 Saves
      Wayland, Michigan
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents

      $48 / night

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      8. WaterTrail Ventures Paddle Respite

      4 Reviews
      21 Photos
      47 Saves
      Fennville, Michigan

      Welcome to the Historic Village of New Richmond!

      Once a bustling lumber town and center of commerce established by early settlers, New Richmond now sits idle on the Lower Kalamazoo River.

      Come adventure with us!! Our riverbend glamping site awaits your arrival!

      Located on our private river bank this is on 3 acres of land shared by 2 furnished glamping sites and a rustic group campsite. Our sight offers scenic views of sunrise on the riverbend as well as the New Richmond Swing Bridge. Now open to pedestrian traffic only, the small county park next door offers a riverside board walk full of natural flora and wildlife for morning strolls or the delight of a fisherman who likes to be 1st on the water! Kayak and Canoe Rentals are also available on sight by appointment or reserve one with your tent. Hiking trails nearby offer a great way to explore the Allegan Forest and reconnect with nature. 7 miles east of Saugatuck and 5 miles north of Fennville, our site makes a perfect escape from the nearby lakeshore district and tourist attractions. Just follow the paved road all the way to the end and enter through our private drive. ….where the pavement ends, adventure begins!

      See ya at the river

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Tent Cabin

      $75 - $145 / night

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        10. Woods and Water RV Resort

        1 Review
        4 Photos
        14 Saves
        Newaygo, Michigan
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • ADA Access
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      Recent Tent Reviews in Ada

      662 Reviews of 20 Ada Campgrounds


      • Melissa C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Fisherman's Landing & Campground
        Nov. 21, 2024

        Fisherman's Landing & Campground

        Rude treatment of a disabled vet

        We stayed there 3 years ago and I wish I had seen this site sooner. The morning of July 4th we were woke up by people yelling at 7:15 am. Them at 8:15 someone in a riding lawn mower came within 2 ft of out pop up and woke us up again. Then a sprinkler was started and it was getting our canvas wet, so I turned it down a little. The guy on the mower yelled at me to keep my hands off of the sprinkler! My family were staying one more night so I left them our easy up. Later that evening we came back to watch the fireworks. Afterwards my husband, who is a disabled vet, could not out to our car due to neuropathy in both legs. I decided to go in to pick him up. I waited until v the gate opened and drove in. The speed limit is 10 miles per hour, which I did follow. Then a man come flying up the road and started yelling at my family! I tried to explain that my husband was having a hard time walking out to the parking lot. He cursed at us and then said we would not be allowed back to this campground. This had been the 4 th year we had stayed there over the July 4th holiday. Sad that he treated not only a disabled vet but also a 90 year old woman. Would recommend.

      • Julia A.
        Camper-submitted photo from Muskegon County Pioneer County Park
        Oct. 10, 2024

        Muskegon County Pioneer County Park

        Lost lake trail

        We had one of the sites closest to the beach access which was very nice for us, but since we were there Labor Day weekend(my mistake lol) we had a lot of traffic come through our campsite. We tend to enjoy more peaceful stays with less crowding. The beach had plenty of room for everyone to spread out and was not crowded at all which made up for it. Highly recommend watching the sunset from the beach. We also loved the lost lake trail. The group camping area is shut down.

      • Wailym C.
        Camper-submitted photo from East Lake Camping
        Sep. 9, 2024

        East Lake Camping

        Great Hospitality

        Nice and cozy little campground in the middle of beautiful rolling farmlands. First time passing through and found it conveniently located within 40 mins of Holland and Saugatuck without needing to get on the highway. The woman at check in was extremely courteous and helpful. We stayed 2 nights over the weekend. Most people here are seasonal, occupying almost all the lakefront sites. We may have seen one lakefront available for renters. Everyone was polite, friendly and quiet after quiet hours. The sites are very small, not much privacy, but well kept. There are more spacious sites available on the upper grassy loop. Well kept grounds throughout with beautiful flowers. The bathrooms were wonderful with great hot water and water pressure. Pretty lake with swimming beach and playground lovely for day use. We would stay again. We stayed with 34’ camper inner lakefront.  I did share a picture of waterfront sites, the one vacant spot is the only site available to rent right now.  The rest are seasonal.

      • CThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Newaygo State Park Campground
        Sep. 7, 2024

        Newaygo State Park Campground

        It was ok.

        Stayed here to get off the road on the cheap after a long drive. It was Friday but it was quiet nothing out of the ordinary. The girls at the registration helped me find a quiet spot.

      • Skip C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Ely Lake Campground
        Aug. 29, 2024

        Ely Lake Campground

        Hidden gem

        Been coming here since I was little, took a 25 year hiatus from camping. Went back there recently and loved it just like when I was a kid!

      • Skip C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Beach Campground — Holland State Park
        Aug. 29, 2024

        Beach Campground — Holland State Park

        Too loud and crammed in

        We stayed at the wooded campground near where u check in, it was busy, and every loud motorcycle going down the road right next to us, was pouring on the exhaust all night long. No alcohol campground also, so everyone had nice tumblers walking around

      • Jennifer S.
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        Aug. 25, 2024

        Highway to Haven Family Campground

        Interesting experience

        The staff checking us in was amazing, but that’s where it stops. Lots of highway noise. Tiny spots. And worst of all the owner is terrible, argumentative, rude and disrespectful. We were traveling with a group, my husband was moving grills and wood from our site to theirs(we were not as close to our group as we thought) and was parked literally for less than 10 mins to the side of the road…the owners site was right across- he came out without a hello or welcome but right away jumped in“You can’t park there” as we were very clearly unloading… from that point it went downhill- never told us who he was; asked if we wanted to be kicked out and quite frankly was a straight up jerk. It wasn’t until later that night that other campers told us who he was and that’s normal behavior. If that is how the owner treats his customers you can rest assured we will never be back.

      • Wendy F.
        Camper-submitted photo from Muskegon County Pioneer County Park
        Aug. 22, 2024

        Muskegon County Pioneer County Park

        Beautiful park

        We loved this park and the atmosphere. So much room for all size campers, bathrooms and showers were clean and spacious. Beach access super close and plenty of roaming for our dog. Fire rings were the nicest we've seen and the park was kept clean and today, the rangers were on top of everything.

      • V
        Camper-submitted photo from Muskegon River Campground
        Aug. 20, 2024

        Muskegon River Campground

        Quiet and Personable

        Very small campground with a quiet time at 10:00 am. The host and staff were beyond helpful and friendly. Only complaint - bathrooms were a good hike away from the tent/RV spots

      • PThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Camp Clear Sky
        Aug. 14, 2024

        Camp Clear Sky

        Charming campsite near Grand Rapids.

        Enjoyed our stay!

        Outdoor kitchen with running water and flush toilet were unexpected amenities. 

        Not to mention the chickens keeping us company!

        Will definitely stay there again when we’re in the area!

      • MThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Newaygo State Park Campground
        Aug. 11, 2024

        Newaygo State Park Campground

        Nice rustic getaway

        I’ve read lots of reviews that were lukewarm about Newaygo, but we enjoyed our 3 day getaway. Ample activities in the area (hiking, disc golf, biking, swimming, kayaking, fishing, tubing and stargazing). And shopping and nice brewery in Newaygo. Most sites are large and separated from the next. The noise levels really dropped off in the evening. Will be back!!

      • Rachel P.
        Camper-submitted photo from Fort Custer Recreation Area
        Aug. 5, 2024

        Fort Custer Recreation Area

        Well Wooded but Buggy

        We just camped at the park this weekend, which was the opening weekend after the rebuild of the bath houses and some other improvements. First, we loved how wooded and beautiful the campground was. The spots were nice and secluded, and the whole place was very beautiful. There were a few things that we didn't enjoy. First, it was EXTREMELY buggy. If you weren't covered in Deep Woods bug spray the whole time, you were getting bit. Second, I don't feel that there were enough showers. There were 5 showers in each bathhouse, making 10 showers total for the entire campground. I found myself waiting in a line every time I wanted a shower. Lastly, I wish there was a walking trail that was more accessible from the campground itself.

      • Erica L.
        Camper-submitted photo from South Channel Campground
        Aug. 4, 2024

        South Channel Campground

        It was OK

        This campground was okay. Nothing super special or exciting. The restrooms were very clean and maintained. The lots themselves are not kept well. Lots of long grass, dirt and tree stumps close to the road. Made it kinda hard to park our 30’ camper without running into a stump. It was nice and close to the channel and there is a beach attached to the campground which is accessible by a dirt trail. It was good for what we needed it for.

      • Raphael C.
        Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Park Campground
        Aug. 1, 2024

        Pioneer Park Campground

        Disappointed

        I wanted to give this place a 5 star rating but unfortunately I’ve had a bad experience at this one. my first time camping with a group of friends at this campground we reserved 3 spots all close together to accommodate such a huge group having camped there for a little over 24hours was told by the park ranger to move my tent over to my side of the plot since my tent was crossing my groups plot boarder by a little bit in the middle of rain with 2 kids(under 5)in the tent to keep dry from the rain. park ranger couldn’t be lenient enough to wait for the rain to subside.knowing the park ranger usually make frequent rounds around the park they could have told me sooner if it was problem but they waited until it started to rain to tell me to move.

      • Rovi
        Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Park Campground
        Aug. 1, 2024

        Pioneer Park Campground

        Campers beware

        I had a deeply disappointing experience at this campground. Despite driving six hours to get there and booking three sites, which were more than enough space for sharing, my friend and his family were forced to move their tent because it was slightly over the boundary—just a foot inside our site. This happened in the middle of the rain, with kids inside the tent, and despite our explanations, a ranger and three staff members insisted they move. Meanwhile, a nearby camper was allowed to stay despite having two tents and one camper on one site, which is against the rules. This discrepancy made us feel racially targeted and left a sour taste in our mouths. To top it off, the bathroom facilities were dirty, which only added to the negative experience. The lack of empathy and fairness was truly disheartening.

      • John M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Park Campground
        Aug. 1, 2024

        Pioneer Park Campground

        Get a new park ranger

        Terrible staff and communication.! Worse part is a power hungry ranger telling us to move our tent 2 inches away from our PAID campsite. What was worse is he told us when it was pouring outside while his kids was inside. Will not come to this campsite because of the ranger! Edit: we later found out that there was another campsite down the road that had 2 tents and 1 camper on 1 plot and they said nothing

      • Cathy M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Pioneer Park Campground
        Aug. 1, 2024

        Pioneer Park Campground

        NOT BIG FAMILY FRIENDLY

        We stayed for 2 nights drove 4 hours just to go here with our friends and family. We respectfully rented 3 sites for a group or 11 so we have enough spaces for our tents and be together. On the 2nd day it was pouring rain the ranger told us we are too close to each others campsite. Although we are together and paid we still had to move our tents just an inch away from each other in the rain he couldn’t even wait for us to wait for the rain to stop but no we had to move the whole set up in the rain. Worse experience at a campsite. I understand rules and policy but we were harming no one. DONT COME HERE IF YOU HAVE A BIG GROUP. Definitely not family friendly. It completely ruins the experience for people when big groups come.

      • Kathie M.
        Camper-submitted photo from Hoffmaster State Park Campground
        Jul. 26, 2024

        Hoffmaster State Park Campground

        Family campground on Lake Mi

        Family campground with beautiful Lake MI beach. Sites very close together with no privacy. Bathhouse clean;showers hot. Site 80 is listed as full shade but does get morning sun.

      • GThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Markin Glen County Park
        Jul. 18, 2024

        Markin Glen County Park

        Great place hidden away

        Visited here some years back. It was a great place for us with the family. The lake was wonderful. Meeting up with some friends was easy here. They have a nice park area to go with the lake and campground.

      • galina M.
        Camper-submitted photo from School Section Lake Veteran's Park Campground
        Jul. 15, 2024

        School Section Lake Veteran's Park Campground

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      • Kasey J.
        Camper-submitted photo from Mecosta Pines Campground
        Jul. 11, 2024

        Mecosta Pines Campground

        Super Kid Friendly

        We initially booked a site by the river, but once we saw the sites next to the playground, we knew we had to switch for our sanity and so our toddler could play. They were very accommodating with us and so friendly. There was so much for our 2 year old and 10 year old to do. We will definitely be back!

      • RThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA
        Jul. 11, 2024

        Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA

        Loved it

        Certainly! Here’s an enhanced review for the Allendale KOA:


        I recently stayed at the Allendale KOA and had an exceptional experience. The campground is spacious, with large sites that provided plenty of room for our setup. The clean restrooms and full-service showers were a highlight, offering a comfortable and convenient experience after a long day of outdoor activities.

        The staff at Allendale KOA were incredibly friendly and welcoming, ensuring that we felt right at home from the moment we arrived. The well-stocked camp store was a great convenience, providing everything we needed without having to leave the campground. We were particularly impressed by the massive bundles of wood available for just six bucks, making our evening campfires both affordable and enjoyable.

        Families will especially appreciate the large field and play area, which offered ample space for our kids to run around and enjoy themselves. It was wonderful to have such a safe and enjoyable environment for them to play in.

        Overall, our stay at the Allendale KOA was fantastic. The combination of excellent facilities, friendly staff, and family-friendly amenities made it a perfect choice for our trip. We will definitely be returning and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great camping experience!


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        Camper-submitted photo from Ionia State Recreation Area — Ionia Recreation Area
        Jul. 5, 2024

        Ionia State Recreation Area — Ionia Recreation Area

        Walk In

        First let me say the rustic area is walk-in only. I was unaware of this until we arrived. Luckily our site was in the front and not a terrible walk. 3 sites in the middle, grouped together, would be nice for a group to book together. Rustic side is right next to the boat ramp. Inside of the state park is a nice beach for swimming, with concessions. A lot of fishing spots, even if you are bank fishing. Check in window is in the back of the park. Wood and ice available.


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      Guide to Ada

      Tent camping near Ada, Michigan offers a delightful escape into nature, with a variety of campgrounds that cater to outdoor enthusiasts looking for a peaceful retreat.

      Tips for tent camping near Ada

      • Camp Clear Sky provides a charming atmosphere with amenities like drinking water and picnic tables, making it a great choice for families.
      • Silver Creek County Park is perfect for those who enjoy equestrian activities, featuring miles of riding trails alongside tent camping options.
      • East Lake Camping offers a cozy setting with a swimming beach and playground, ideal for families looking to enjoy some fun in the sun.

      Tent campers appreciate these amenities

      Some prices for tent camping range from $0 to $40

      • Camp Clear Sky has a reasonable fee structure, making it accessible for budget-conscious campers.
      • The Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA offers a variety of pricing options, ensuring there's something for everyone.
      • East Lake Camping provides affordable rates, especially for those looking to enjoy a weekend getaway without breaking the bank.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Ada, MI?

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Ada, MI is Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA with a 4-star rating from 13 reviews.

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