Top Tent Camping near Adrian, MI

Looking for an adventure where you can explore Adrian and then fall asleep in your tent? Find the best information on tent camping near Adrian, including sites, reviews, and tips for getting the most out of your camping experience. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Adrian, Michigan's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Adrian, MI (19)

    Camper-submitted photo from White Oak Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from White Oak Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from White Oak Campground

    1. White Oak Campground

    10 Reviews
    17 Photos
    107 Saves

    White Oak Campground is a primitive campground. It has eight individual and two group campsites for tent camping. Only tent camping is permitted.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $20 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wiregrass Lake Metropark
    Camper-submitted photo from Wiregrass Lake Metropark
    Camper-submitted photo from Wiregrass Lake Metropark

    2. Wiregrass Lake Metropark

    3 Reviews
    3 Photos
    26 Saves
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $25 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Cannaley Treehouse Village
    Camper-submitted photo from Cannaley Treehouse Village
    Camper-submitted photo from Cannaley Treehouse Village
    Camper-submitted photo from Cannaley Treehouse Village

    3. Cannaley Treehouse Village

    1 Review
    4 Photos
    31 Saves

    The Cannaley Treehouse Village is the only public treehouse village in the country, creating an experience that is truly one-of-a-kind. Treehouse Village includes six-, four- and two-person treehouses plus three raised platforms attached to trees for tent and hammock camping. The treehouses have electricity with heat and air conditioning. There restrooms and shower facilities are nearby. A large common treehouse available for day uses, a group gathering place around a campfire, connecting boardwalks, a canopy bridge and a crow's nest complete the charming village in the trees. Treehouse Village Features A six-person treehouse A four-person treehouse (ADA accesible) Two, 2-person treehouses Three tent/hammock platforms for camping in the trees A common treehouse with seating for up to 20 people (day use only; ADA accessible) A crow’s nest A canopy walk linking the common treehouse to the crow's nest Restrooms with showers Common fire pit (wood provided)

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • Group
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      4. 6 Lakes Campground

      1 Review
      14 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      Camper-submitted photo from Appleton Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Appleton Lake Campground
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      Camper-submitted photo from Appleton Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Appleton Lake Campground
      Camper-submitted photo from Appleton Lake Campground

      5. Appleton Lake Campground

      6 Reviews
      9 Photos
      38 Saves

      Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

      6. Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

      2 Reviews
      5 Photos
      13 Saves

      Pinckney Recreation Area is a paradise for backpackers, mountain bikers, anglers and other recreation enthusiasts. Pinckney is known for its extensive trail system and chain of excellent fishing lakes. Over forty miles of multi-use trail with remote campsites afford a backcountry experience. Pinckney is also a short drive from the Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center in Waterloo Recreation Area.

      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Standard (Tent/RV)
      • Trash

      $20 - $28 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Island Lake Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Island Lake Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Island Lake Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Island Lake Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Island Lake Recreation Area
      Camper-submitted photo from Island Lake Recreation Area

      7. Island Lake Recreation Area

      4 Reviews
      8 Photos
      79 Saves

      Island Lake Recreation Area is a 4,000-acre park in Livingston County that offers an "up north" experience without leaving southeast Michigan. The terrain is a mixture of open brush land to mature hardwood forest, with some pockets of open meadows mixed in. Island Lake is the only balloon port in the state park system. Balloons usually take off in the early morning or late evening, depending on the wind and weather.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
      Camper-submitted photo from Independence Dam State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Independence Dam State Park
      Camper-submitted photo from Independence Dam State Park
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      Camper-submitted photo from Independence Dam State Park

      8. Independence Dam State Park

      4 Reviews
      26 Photos
      18 Saves
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • Tents

      $18 - $25 / night

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        Camper-submitted photo from PINCKNEY RAILS-TO-TRAIL CAMPGROUND
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        10. PINCKNEY RAILS-TO-TRAIL CAMPGROUND

        1 Review
        14 Photos
        1 Save

        Pinckney 'Rails-to-Trails' Campground is located adjacent to the Mike Levine Lakelands Trail State Park in beautiful Pinckney, Michigan and in the heart of the Pinckney Recreation Area. We are also located adjacent to the World-Famous Hell Survivors Paintball & Airsoft Playfield.

        If you are planning on playing at Hell Survivors or biking/walking the Lakeland Trail, there is no closer accommodations for camping out. We offer 62 Campsites, 18 RV Sites and Group Camping for up to 10 sites. All the sites are Rustic (no power or hookups). Perfect for Special Events & Outings or Parties!

        We also have Parking and Event Space available for you Special Event.

        Come Camp with us and Play Paintball, Hike or Bike the 'Lakeland Trail' or just Relax.

        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Phone Service
        • Reservable
        • ADA Access
        • Tents

        $30 - $50 / night

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      Recent Tent Reviews In Adrian

      395 Reviews of 19 Adrian Campgrounds


      • Wendy F.
        Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hudson State Recreation Area
        Oct. 14, 2024

        Lake Hudson State Recreation Area

        Spacious sites

        What an absolute gem of a state park. Almost every site is private, with a few exceptions. Nice trails, well built picnic tables, and huge fire pits. Overall a fantastic experience.

      • Adrienne N.
        Camper-submitted photo from Way Back In Campground
        Oct. 12, 2024

        Way Back In Campground

        Do not recommend

        We camped at Way Back campground llc in Michigan for three seasons, initially building strong friendships with the owners and their grandchildren. Our kids would eagerly await our weekly arrivals during the summers, often chatting and playing video games during the off-season. The campground initially offered family-friendly activities like hayrides and crafts.. these dwindled to events that included only our children and the owners' grandchildren, often overshadowed by drunken behavior unsuitable for kids. By the second season, that sense of community soured when the owners' friends/family began uninvited weekend parties on our campsite. Groups would show up, using our firewood and partying late into the night while our kids struggled to sleep, often leaving only after we became assertive and telling them to leave so we could go to bed. This disregard for our family's needs, compounded by other unsettling issues made it clearly evident that Way Back is not a family friendly campground. Our campsite being littered with debris from a previous burned, condemned camper on our lot, promises of cleanup that went unfulfilled for 3 seasons. Obscene drunken adult behaviors in front of children that went unaddressed, only created a growing sense of disappointment. We also faced safety concerns, such as homeless individuals using drugs and living in the campgrounds. Convicted sexual offenders and known drug addicts in the park. Hostile fighting and commotion usually provoked by and instigated by the owners. A lingering presence of inappropriate adults around children at the park. Despite our initial rapport and giving the owners multiple chances to make improvements, issues only escalated, leading us to strongly advise against this campground. (Photos from last day. The glass and Debris has been collected like that every weekend for the last 3 years)

      • Mano P.
        Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park
        Sep. 28, 2024

        Sterling State Park

        Travel Trailers

        This park will accommodate any size travel trailer? Fifth wheel camper of any kind, the pull throughs are huge. The park is enormous with lots of fishing activities. Great water, the only downfall is there's no shade. Showers and restrooms are updated and always clean.

      • Mano P.
        Camper-submitted photo from W. J. Hayes State Park
        Sep. 28, 2024

        W. J. Hayes State Park

        Travel Trailers

        If your longer than 40ft be aware most sites will not work for you here, they do have some but the wood line, privacy and nature is great. Lots of activities for the family by camp staff. Water sports and lots of trails

      • DThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center
        Sep. 23, 2024

        Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center

        Super friendly staff

        I only stayed one night. I am a tent camper and where I was, it was only me in a fenced in area. I was right next to a cow field. The cows did not moo all night and there was no foul order. I needed no amenities so I can't vouch for that

      • Shannon G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Harrison Lake State Park
        Aug. 24, 2024

        Harrison Lake State Park

        Great site!

        Our first time at this park and got lucky with our site. The pad was a little unlevel but easy to fix. The fire ring was fantastic and had pea gravel around it so if it rained it wasn’t a muddy mess. Great site with grass for tents and no one behind us besides a cornfield. We had a sidewalk next to us to the bathroom but there were so many bathrooms we didn’t have very many people pass by. It had pretty decent shade but unfortunately a sweet gum tree nearby so watch out if you’re barefoot. The shower house was nice but no benches in the stall and only had curtains. They were very clean and the camp hosts were friendly. We are headed back in September!

      • Gary G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park
        Aug. 7, 2024

        Sterling State Park

        Nothing seems enforced here

        Stayed 5 days. Had a FHU site, of which there's a lot here. That all worked fine. Almost no trees here. None of the usual painted lines on the pavement to indicate your site boundaries, which sucks. You have to guess, and hope your neighbor doesn't spread out.

        Nothing seems enforced here, and I mean nothing. Rarely saw anyone patrolling the park, never saw any staff checking sites before the next camper came in. My site had dog droppings and cigarette butts in the firepit. Neighbors had FOUR vehicles on site, two more than the rules. Witnessed endless speeding and people going the wrong way on the roads. Without exaggerating, 80% of the cars were going too fast, 75% going the wrong way. No one seems to care or enforces anything. I think the supervisor here should be fired or retrained. I camp in 4 to 8 MI state parks per summer, this is the only one where it felt like no one cares.

        They need some "wrong way" signs and "speed limit 10" signs. (15 is too high, cause 15 means 20 to people, 10 means 15... ). Then they need to care.

        At least the bathrooms were clean.

        You can get TV from Detroit or Toledo, and T-Mobile service was ok.

        Groceries and many dining options not far off.

        We're 50/50 on staying here ever again.

      • JThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA
        Aug. 5, 2024

        Toledo East-Stony Ridge KOA

        Small basic campground near Toledo

        Our site was $59.95 a night.

        We were in Site# 504. We had Full hook- up with a gravel pull-through.
        We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep. The site was easy to level. We were charged $25 additional for my jeep since we were towing the trailer. We also were charged $10 because we arrived at 1:25 PM and check-in is at 2 PM. The park was close to empty so arriving early was not an inconvenience. We drove ourselves to our spot (no escort).

        Our site was shaded with lots of trees. This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

        The lot comes with a concrete patio with picnic table and fire ring. They sell wood for $6 a bundle.

        There is free WiFi, although not strong. They offer Cable TV and there are many channels.

        There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.

        They pickup your garbage at your site daily before noon.

        You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They do not provide golf cart rentals. There is really not a need to have a Golf cart because it is a smaller campground.

        They do have a Swimming pool but it is currently closed due to maintenance (although it just looked closed- no signs of maintenance being done).

        There is a Playground. They also offer horseshoes, corn hole, giant jinga.

        They have a basic general store. There are not scheduled activities for kids.

        There is not a snack bar/restaurant on site.

        The streets are gravel so not great for riding bikes. This is an RV park with tent camping and cabins to rent.

        They have one shower house. The shower house has individual bathrooms with your own sink, shower, toilet. These are kept very clean.

        There is a laundry facility. It is a cash only facility, but they have a change machine. There are approximately 4 washers and 4 dryers. It is approximately $2.50 to wash and $2.50 to dry a load.

        They have a small fenced in dog park.

        There isn’t tons to doin the actual city of Perryville. But Toledo is a 20 minute drive.

      • Ronald B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
        Jul. 29, 2024

        Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

        Great Campground

        Great out of the way campground. It was nice and quiet. Bathrooms were clean and well kept. The gentleman that checked us in moved things around so we could all be together not on different sites well away frome each other. Would definitely go there again.

      • Tony T.
        Camper-submitted photo from Harrison Lake State Park
        Jul. 22, 2024

        Harrison Lake State Park

        Great Campground

        The sites in the tent-only section were well sized and shady. We were on the lake side and were able to get some nice views of Harrison Lake. There were families on either side of us with little kids who were well behaved, albeit a little noisy (i.e a really young child was screaming for about 2 minutes straight non-stop at 9 am until finally the parents said something). Bathroom facilities (single occupancy with shower) were about a 3 minute walk and were clean. Good stay!

      • Randall K.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Blue Heron Ohio Turnpike RV Lot
        Jul. 18, 2024

        Blue Heron Ohio Turnpike RV Lot

        Perfect overnighter

        Simplicity at its finest. Highway stop is open 24 hrs so you have food and bathrooms all night. Everything is bright, nice and clean and feels very safe. Free overnight stay allowed and for extra $20 you can get electricity (rows of hookups in the back of the parking lot). There was at least 10 other campers there. And no need to travel far to get back on the highway. Can’t be beat.

        Oh and Mario’s pizza in the plaza has an off the menu gluten free pizza and it was pretty tasty! I was happily surprised!

        FYI - you need cash to pay for the electric at a machine and then you get a ticket to display in the dash. The machine didn’t take cards.

      • Miranda J.
        Camper-submitted photo from W. J. Hayes State Park
        Jul. 15, 2024

        W. J. Hayes State Park

        Hayes State Park

        We stayed in a tent on site 32, this was a very nice campground, peaceful, with trails and ample shade. Campsites were decently sized, fire pits were big, $5 per bundle of dry wood, showers were private with hot water, and there were activities and a beach/playground for kids. Checkin/out was simple, and coffee/hot coco was provided by the campsite each morning. Will be returning to this campsite again. I suggest sites 93-96 for more private/shaded sites.

      • Wendy F.
        Camper-submitted photo from Hideaway RV Park
        Jul. 15, 2024

        Hideaway RV Park

        Great 1st camping experience

        This was our 1st ever camping trip and it was a delight. Pull thru spot, super easy to get to, full hookup. Spots had plenty of room, some had grass others had concrete. Quiet, very chill RV park, small beach on a pond for fishing playground for kids and plenty of room for our small dog. Linda (owner) was amazing, very helpful and easy to use venmo for payment and for firewood use. Overall a great experience , would definitely visit again. Plenty to do around town, lakes everywhere just have to choose which one to go to.

      • Gary G.The Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Bruin Lake - Pinckney SRA
        Jul. 12, 2024

        Bruin Lake - Pinckney SRA

        Great staff, good hosts, not bad

        Camped here thru the 4th of July weekend. The staff kept noise and other stupidity tamped down. They say quiet time is all the time, and I love that.

        Typical MI state park, sites are electric (30a and/or 50a) only.

        No real beach, but there is a swimming area. Picked up Detroit TV stations easily, good for the rainy mornings we had.

        With T-Mobile, Internet service was practically non-existent. Phone calls & texts worked. The camper across from us said it was the same for Verizon.

        One section is mostly paved & ADA sites, the "upper" section is grassy and/or dirt. Both restroom/shower buildings were fine, I just wish they had posted times when they'll be closed for cleaning.

        All in all, we'd have no problem returning here.

      • Kyla T.
        Camper-submitted photo from Twin Pines Campground & Canoe Livery
        Jun. 27, 2024

        Twin Pines Campground & Canoe Livery

        Quaint, pretty, and fun!

        I visited this campground last summer! It was a smaller campground, but very woodsy (just how I like it)! They have kayak/canoeing, a playground area for the kids, and good site sizes. The only thing that wasn’t pleasant was the beach area (too small and muddy), and the fact that my boyfriend’s mother had to pull off leeches various different times after being in the water!

      • Kelsey S.
        Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park
        Jun. 15, 2024

        Sterling State Park

        Great spot!

        Wonderful views from site 117. We booked the last spot of the night. It was an easy pull through with water, electric, and sewer hookup. You are right across from some good walking trails and walking distance to the beach. Lots of electric scooters, dogs, and bikes around.

      • l
        Camper-submitted photo from Mary Jane Thurston State Park
        Jun. 14, 2024

        Mary Jane Thurston State Park

        Good spot.

        We had spot 8 and it was a good spot. It was a pull through spot that could fit a pretty large RV we will be staying here again if it is close on our travels. Highly recommend

      • Mitchell S.
        Camper-submitted photo from Marble Springs Campground
        Jun. 4, 2024

        Marble Springs Campground

        More rules then posted refused to update rules.

        Fishing but is catch and release. It is not posted any where in the rules or at the fishing spots. Nore was I told this be fore being warned about it. Cancled season and went to where I could catch and eat.

      • CThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Maumee Bay State Park Campground
        May. 16, 2024

        Maumee Bay State Park Campground

        Clean Facilities / Great Location

        Sites are large, level, and grassy with vegetation barriers between sites with mowed buddy site access at back of each site. Shower houses are limited but modern and clean. Sunday morning’s line at the dump station can get very backed up!

      • Gary G.
        Camper-submitted photo from Waterloo State Recreation Area Portage Lake
        May. 3, 2024

        Waterloo State Recreation Area Portage Lake

        Vicious dogs not on 6-foot leash as required

        The 6-foot leash rules are very clearly stated. There are many campers whose dogs remain the exception and don't abide by the rules. My leashed dod has been threatened by vicious larger unleashed dogs as I walk my dog more than once this month. So the camp host or ranger should , after warning the offending campers once, call the county animal control. This situation is way out of control.

      • fThe Dyrt PRO User
        Camper-submitted photo from Kimpels Hickory Acres
        Mar. 8, 2024

        Kimpels Hickory Acres

        Decent place, will try again

        There is a Waterpark, pool, and hot tub at this campground you can access for an additional price. I camped in a tent next to the cabin that my sister rented so I'm not sure about the tent sites that are available. There are ALOT of full time campers here so I was under the impression that a good site will be hard to find here, but the bathrooms were good and there were things to do so I will try this place out again.

      • Kim B.
        Camper-submitted photo from Fish Lake Family Resort
        Oct. 30, 2023

        Fish Lake Family Resort

        A real family campground with a friendly community.

        The owner was wonderful, friendly, and responsive! 

        The site was good for an overnight stay.

        It seems most sites were seasonal and those folks were very friendly.

        We would definitely stay again when going through the area.

        Lots of things happening...and even though we were just a one-night stay, passing through, we were invited to take part in everything going on.  We felt very welcome.



      Guide to Adrian

      Camping near Adrian, Michigan, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor lovers. From serene lakes to well-maintained campgrounds, there’s something for everyone looking to escape into nature.

      What to do:

      • Hiking Trails: Explore the scenic trails at Pokagon State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, “They have good hiking trails, nice refreshing waters, good food options at certain places.”
      • Fishing and Swimming: At Maumee Bay State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and swimming. A camper shared, “Nice park very clean. Nice bike trails and large campsites.”
      • Disc Golf: If you’re into disc golf, check out Proud Lake Recreation Area. One visitor noted, “Stayed here for the DGLO Disc Golf tournament. Had a great time.”

      What campers like:

      • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and shower facilities. A review from Harrison Lake State Park Campground stated, “The shower house was nice but no benches in the stall and only had curtains. They were very clean and the camp hosts were friendly.”
      • Spacious Campsites: Many enjoy the roomy campsites at Bishop Lake Campground. One camper said, “The sites were spacious, flat, and fairly private.”
      • Wildlife: Campers at Maumee Bay State Park Campground love the wildlife. A visitor remarked, “Wonderful views from site 117. Lots of electric scooters, dogs, and bikes around.”

      What you should know:

      • Mayflies: Be prepared for mayflies at certain times of the year, especially at Maumee Bay State Park Campground. One camper warned, “There are sooooo many mayflies around - flying, landing on you & your gear.”
      • Site Selection: Some sites can be tricky for larger rigs. A review from Pokagon State Park Campground advised, “Check the site descriptions carefully & to be doubly sure, call the office & ask.”
      • Limited Amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A visitor at Bruin Lake Campground mentioned, “No real beach, but there is a swimming area.”

      Tips for camping with families:

      • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. One parent at Harrison Lake State Park Campground noted, “Lots of young children running around.”
      • Safety First: Always keep an eye on kids near water. A camper at Sterling State Park Campground mentioned, “Good size sites, friendly staff, great beach and boat launch.”
      • Plan for Bugs: Bring bug spray, especially in warmer months. A visitor at Harrison Lake State Park Campground said, “Mosquitoes were crazy no matter the bug protectants used.”

      Tips from RVers:

      • Check Hookups: Make sure to verify the availability of electric and water hookups. A review from Pontiac Lake Recreation Area stated, “No water or sewer at site but fill and dump available in park.”
      • Road Conditions: Be aware of road conditions leading to campsites. A camper at Bishop Lake Campground mentioned, “The roads are narrow & you may be driving off the road for a big rig.”
      • Respect Quiet Hours: Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours. A visitor at Bruin Lake Campground appreciated, “The staff kept noise and other stupidity tamped down.”

      Camping around Adrian, Michigan, has its perks and quirks. Whether you’re in an RV or tent, there’s a spot waiting for you!

      Frequently Asked Questions

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

        According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Adrian, MI is White Oak Campground with a 4.7-star rating from 10 reviews.

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