Best RV Parks & Resorts near Alanson, MI
Crooked River RV Park in Alanson, Michigan provides electric hookups with 50-amp service and sewer connections for motorhome travelers seeking waterfront camping. Just 15 minutes north, Indian River RV Resort offers 150 full hookup sites open from April to October with big rig friendly accommodations and both 30 and 50-amp electrical service. Petoskey RV Resort, located about 20 minutes southwest of Alanson, features upscale RV sites with full hookups in a country club-like setting from May through October. "The sites are tight, particularly the inside pull throughs. The back in sites are more spacious, though that's relative," notes one RV camper about the Mackinaw City KOA, which serves as another popular option within 30 miles of Alanson with pull-through sites that can accommodate larger rigs.
Summer reservations throughout the region fill quickly, especially for premium waterfront sites. Most RV parks in the area operate seasonally, typically closing by mid-October. Dump stations are available at Indian River RV Resort, Petoskey KOA, and Petoskey RV Resort, though Crooked River RV Park lacks this amenity. Cell service is generally reliable across the region's RV campgrounds. Gravel sites predominate at most parks, with some requiring leveling blocks on sloping terrain. Pet-friendly policies exist at nearly all RV parks near Alanson, though specific restrictions may apply. The proximity to Mackinac Island ferries makes these RV campgrounds particularly popular as base camps for exploring northern Michigan attractions during the May-October camping season.