Attica, Michigan provides access to camping opportunities in Oakland County at elevations between 850-1,050 feet, with spring and fall temperatures averaging 45-65°F—ideal for outdoor recreation. The area features a mix of oak-hickory forests and open meadows across gently rolling terrain, with most campgrounds located within 30 miles of Attica.
What to do
Mountain biking trails: Addison Oaks County Park offers extensive trail networks for cyclists. "Tons of trails for hiking and biking. They have kids activities on the weekends, a lake for swimming, great playgrounds and everything is really clean," notes Wendy K. in her review of Addison Oaks County Park.
Disc golf courses: Several parks in the region maintain disc golf layouts. A visitor to Addison Oaks mentions, "I enjoyed the trails, disc golf and overall wonderful Park staff! Extremely clean and well-kept."
Shoreline rock collecting: Lakeport State Park provides unique opportunities for rock hunters. "I have found the most beautiful Petoskey Stones at Lakeport. I have also found a large pudding stone. My husband brings his chair down to the water and I walk the short for hours and hours looking for rocks," writes Stephanie C. in her review of Lakeport State Park Campground.
Paddling opportunities: Several lakes in the region offer kayak and canoe rentals. "This park has a beautiful 2.5 mile trail around the lake that makes this campground great. We brought our own kayaks but they do rent boats. We saw deer and rabbit," reports Karen C.
What campers like
Wooded camping sections: At Holly Recreation Area, campers appreciate secluded sites. "Sites were spacious, we loved the national forest," writes David S. in his review of Holly State Rec Area.
Organized events: Many campgrounds host scheduled activities, especially on weekends and holidays. A visitor to Groveland Oaks notes, "It was a Boo Fest weekend. Lots of socially distanced activities for the kids and a scavenger hunt (finding clues on signs in park to solve a mystery)."
Private sites: Certain campground sections offer more seclusion. "Our spot #18 I felt was spacious and not to close to the people next to us and trees behind us. We had privacy and it was quiet," writes one camper about Otter Lake Park Campground.
Loop selection matters: Different campground sections have distinct characteristics. "We stayed in the rustic Aspen loop and it was fine for early season but come peak season, the sites lack privacy and are kind of small," notes Ashleigh M. about Holly Recreation Area. At Addison Oaks, "I've only stayed in section D with my tent. It is heavily wooded."
What you should know
Site leveling challenges: Not all campsites in the region have level pads. A visitor to Covenant Hills Camp notes, "They don't level out very well." Another camper at Groveland Oaks County Park mentions, "Our campsite was a little difficult to get into because it was on a curve and there was a seasonal camper with a Class A right across from our site which didn't allow for a lot of space to maneuver our 26 ft travel trailer."
Shower costs: Some park facilities charge for shower use. A camper at Groveland Oaks explains, "The showers cost 25 cents and we heard some people complain but we thought that the showers were immaculate and the time allowed was quite sufficient for a nice shower without wasting water."
Winter accessibility: Access varies seasonally, with some sites limiting winter services. Holly Recreation Area maintains year-round operations with different loops open seasonally. Lakeport State Park also offers year-round access, though with limited winter amenities.
Reservation timing: Popular campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. A Lakeport State Park visitor advises, "My suggestion is to book six months in advance because it is extremely hard to get into this campground on the weekends."
Tips for camping with families
Swimming areas: Beach facilities vary across parks. At Covenant Hills Camp, visitors enjoy "climbing wall, zip line, swimming, fishing alot of pike." A camper notes, "Lots of things to do...swimming, fishing, the blob much more. Clean and friendly."
Playground access: Consider proximity to play areas when selecting sites. One Holly Recreation Area camper mentions, "There were several playgrounds, bench swings, play fields and even a basketball court. The ADA sites had pavement surrounding the fire rings and space at the picnic tables for a wheel chair."
Site selection for noise levels: Family areas can be louder during peak times. A camper advises, "Good, quiet campground (unless your on a site around the playground)lots to keep the kids busy, bonus ice cream store."
Seasonal activities: Weekend programming changes throughout camping season. Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area features structured events, while Groveland Oaks offers special themed weekends: "We joined a group site and meet up every major holiday at Groveland. We feel like we went up North without the driving four hours. The park is well laid out and includes a ton of fun activities for young and old."
Tips from RVers
Hookup availability: Full hookup options exist but vary by campground. Ron E. notes about Addison Oaks County Park, "Nice quick weekend retreat campground. Cement pads, water, and electric. Loop C is spacious with some trees."
Dump station access: Some parks have unusual dump station configurations. At Lakeport State Park, "The dump station is at the north campground and to get to it, you have to enter the north campground and drive all the way through it, come back out, and then go to the dump station!"
Site sizing considerations: Larger rigs may find limitations at certain campgrounds. At Emmett KOA, a visitor notes it's suitable for "large sites, all full hookup. Plenty of onsight activities on the weekend. Large play areas, dog run, basketball court, lots of walking trails, and family friendly."
Paved site availability: Some campgrounds offer paved pads for easier setup. At Otter Lake Park, reviews indicate sites "do not have grass so it is a bit messy- may be tough for larger units to navigate around."
