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Camping areas around Vicksburg, Michigan encompass a variety of developed campgrounds within a 20-mile radius. The region includes established facilities like Fort Custer Recreation Area in Augusta and Cold Brook County Park near Climax, offering accommodation for tents, RVs, and cabins. Several campgrounds feature full hookup services and waterfront access, particularly at Markin Glen County Park and Oak Shores Resort Campground. Camping opportunities range from county-managed parks with concrete pads to more rustic settings on private properties like Buikema Farm and Stickley Family Farms.
Most campgrounds in the Vicksburg vicinity operate seasonally from April through October, with a few remaining open year-round. Reservation requirements vary by location, with county parks typically accepting advance bookings while some private campgrounds prefer direct contact. Full hookup sites with 50-amp service are available at multiple locations, though sites with water and electric-only connections are more common. Weather considerations include seasonal thunderstorms and occasional train noise at certain campgrounds. A review of Cold Brook County Park noted: "29 campsites pretty close together with old growth trees interspersed around the campground. Fishing pier and boating, playground area, and beach. Staff was great! Showers and bathrooms cleaned multiple times a day."
Recreational amenities distinguish many campgrounds in the area. Fort Custer Recreation Area provides extensive trail systems for hiking and biking, while water recreation dominates at locations like Cranberry Lake Campground and Melville 7 Lakes. Family-oriented facilities are prevalent, with playgrounds, swimming beaches, and fishing access available at most established campgrounds. According to a visitor at Markin Glen County Park, "The site are large level concrete pads with grass dividing the sites. All full hookups. The park has a lovely series of paved walking paths and a lake for swimming, and there is a trail that goes from the park right down into Kalamazoo." Proximity to Kalamazoo provides additional urban amenities within a short drive from most camping locations, making the area suitable for both recreation-focused trips and those requiring occasional access to city services.
Best Campgrounds near Vicksburg (173)
1. Fort Custer Recreation Area
"Fort Custer is a hidden gem in Michigan. Nobody thinks to go camping near Battle Creek, but they really should reconsider!"
"Another great camping experience, site 210 has an amazing trail that leads directly to the showers at one end and at the other path went directly to running water, plus only a couple of yards from a great"
from $21 - $108 / night
Check Availability2. Markin Glen County Park
"We stayed here on our way to/from Michigan Upper Peninsula. Great stopover spot. Small campground with 38 sites, all with full hookups. The bathhouse is clean and handicap accessible."
"Despite having lived near Kalamazoo for seven years, we had never visited this park previously. The site are large level concrete pads with grass dividing the sites. All full hookups."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability3. Oak Shores Resort Campground
4. Buikema Farm
from $40 / night
Check Availability5. Cold Brook County Park
"29 campsites pretty close together with old growth trees interspersed around the campground. Fishing pier and boating, playground area, and beach. No longer has primitive camping."
"Lots of neat free and inexpensive things for kids and families nearby. Check out Kzookids.com to see what’s available if you want to. A nice disk golf course, lots of fishing."
6. Kalamazoo County Expo Center
"It’s not as big as some of the expo centers in Michigan, but it does the job. If you plan to camp here they offer 220 campsites over 5 small campgrounds."
7. En Gedi River Resort & Canoe Livery
"Great find, off the beaten path. En Gedi Campground and Canoe Livery is family owned and operated. In all they have about 30 campsites and a few cabins available. "
8. Cranberry Lake Campground
"The kids and dog really enjoyed the playground, swimming in the lake and jumping off the floating pad. There were little cabins and trailers for rent but we had our own camper."
"Park near store and get great WiFi....I spent 14 days streaming, gaming and watching movies. This is campground is definitely a diamond in the sand."
9. Melville 7 Lakes
"Access to several lakes including all sports"
"Lake for boating and fishing. Has a small swimming area, playground."
from $25 / night
10. Pokagon State Park Campground
"There's 2 dump stations located in loops 3 & 4. IN THE CAMPGROUND! NEXT TO CAMPSITES!!!!"
"This site was fairly level but very close to other sites…wouldn’t recommend it."
from $20 - $480 / night
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Drive Time
- 19 min from Kalamazoo, MI
- 32 min from Battle Creek, MI
- 56 min from Elkhart, IN
- 1 hr from Niles, MI
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Recent Reviews near Vicksburg, MI
677 Reviews of 173 Vicksburg Campgrounds
Michael M.
GuidePokagon State Park Campground
Simple stop
We used Pokagon State Park as a two-night stopover on our way home from Northern Michigan, and overall, it was a good option for a short stay.
We stayed in Site 109, which was tucked away and felt fairly isolated from the rest of the campground. In early spring or late fall, I imagine the site would have a nice view of the lake, but in August the tree cover was too thick to see much of it.
The gravel pad was reasonably level, but we needed a couple inches of leveling blocks to get the RV sitting flat. There wasn’t really much of a grassy area at the site for the dogs, but we were able to walk them easily just down the road.
We brought our bicycles, which was a great way to explore the park. We rode around to the nature center, equestrian facility, and beach, and enjoyed being able to see more of the park without having to drive everywhere.
One thing that surprised us was the single dump station for the entire campground. Since none of the sites have full hookups, I would imagine the line could get ridiculously long after a busy weekend.
Overall, we’d stay here again, but probably only as a one- or two-night layover rather than a longer destination stay. Site 109 worked well for us because of its privacy and quiet location.
- Tom O.Guide
Pokagon State Park Campground
Lots to Do
A very large campground with lots to do. Spacious site. Charges a vehicle fee along with campground fee. Sites in loop 1 are gravel and mostly not level. Lots of noise from motor boats on the lake during the day.
- ttammy I.Scout
Pokagon State Park Campground
Stay away from loop 6
I love this state park. My kids wanted to Join us a week or to our. Site 507 and 509 were available. Do not stay there. The sewer smell was so bad we did not want to leave our trailer. If that was our first trip we would never returned
- Cassondra P.
LegendElkhart Campground
Decent Campground - Great for Rallys
We have camped every summer here for years for an annual rally that is hosted here
It’s great that we have the air conditioned rally room that our group rents for all our events and space to spend with group if it’s rainy or hot
There is a differnt experience in park depending on where you stay - if your in full sun open area in summer it’s miserable but if your in the wooded area it’s much nicer
The bathrooms are not the best - they are outdated but have hot water and work great - I prefer the bathhouse by the wooded area over the one in the big building - showers are nicer
The lots are clean and hook ups all work great
Pool is showing it’s age but still clean and kids love to swim in it
- GGrant W.Scout
Warner Camp
Really good place for kids
Everyone here was helpful and very welcoming
- Missy M.
TravelerTriPonds Family Camp Resort
Great family campground!
Great rates! Lots of stuff to keep our 2 year old granddaughter busy and entertained. Everyone is friendly. They have a little cafe and ice cream shop with yummy treats! Showers and bathrooms are kept very clean, and the pool is nice. Our granddaughters favorite is the bounce pad and the petting zoo.
- SSharon W.Scout
Waffle Farm Campground
Clean, quiet. Beautiful lake
Back in site off the lake. Level and shady
- AArthur H.Scout
Dune Lake Campground
Great little campground
Lots of wooded lots, little lake for kiddos to play in and a small playground. most sites are easy to pull into, the tall trees stop most of the wind. Mosquitos can be bad at times recommended a bug tent. Small Lake Michigan beach within a quick drive about 5-10 min. U- pick them blueberry patch’s are around when in season. Overall great stay and a good place just to relax and unwind.
Guide to Vicksburg
Vicksburg, Michigan camping areas offer a mix of county, private, and state-managed campsites within 20 miles of town. The area sits at approximately 850 feet elevation with oak-hickory forests throughout the region. Summer thunderstorms typically occur in late afternoon, with August temperatures averaging 82°F during daytime and cooling to 60°F overnight.
What to do
Hiking trails: Fort Custer Recreation Area features extensive trail systems ideal for day hikes. "We hiked on a multi-use trail that the ranger suggested. The blue trail goes around a couple lakes and was wonderful. We did miss a sign or two and ended up turning our 4 mile trip into a 6.5 mile one but there are plenty of spots to rest and enjoy the time," shares a visitor at Fort Custer Recreation Area.
Fishing opportunities: Many campsites near Vicksburg, Michigan provide access to well-stocked lakes. At Cranberry Lake Campground, a camper notes, "Great fishing, amenities available. This is one of the first places I felt gave me a bang for my buck." Most fishing areas require a Michigan fishing license, available online for $26/year for residents.
Disc golf: Local county parks offer course access included with camping fees. "Family friendly, quiet, disc golf, fishing, playground for kids," writes a reviewer about Cold Brook County Park, making it a versatile option for outdoor recreation beyond just camping.
What campers like
Swimming beaches: Several parks in the area maintain designated swimming areas. "The park has a lovely series of paved walking paths and a lake for swimming, and there is a trail that goes from the park right down into Kalamazoo," explains a camper at Markin Glen County Park.
Secluded sites: Fort Custer Recreation Area offers more private camping spots. "We've stayed at both sites listed. 161 you do have neighbors pretty close, but we just stayed at 51 and it is extremely secluded! We had an amazing time tent camping it was so quiet!" shares one happy camper.
Christian atmosphere: Some campgrounds near Vicksburg cater to those seeking faith-based camping environments. At En Gedi River Resort & Canoe Livery, a visitor explains, "This is a Christian campground and therefore has two church services, one on Saturday and one on Sunday. All are welcome though at both the campground as well as the church service."
What you should know
Train noise: Railroad proximity affects some campgrounds in the area. A camper at Markin Glen County Park notes, "One bad aspect of this campground is that it is very close to a railroad track which is pretty annoying when the train is sitting there for hours getting loaded. It seemed to happen every day or two which was pretty annoying."
Shower facilities: Coin-operated showers are common at some county parks. "Don't forget quarters for the shower house!! The lady that runs the shower house was nice enough to give me some but it is a dollar for 9 minutes which seemed to be plenty of time for a camp shower," advises a visitor at Melville 7 Lakes.
Insect conditions: The wooded settings can harbor mosquitoes, especially after rain. A camper at Fort Custer Recreation Area warns, "Lots need mowing so lots of bugs, bring insect repellent."
Frequently Asked Questions
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Vicksburg, MI is Fort Custer Recreation Area with a 4.4-star rating from 45 reviews.
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