Camping sites near Dundee, Michigan range from rustic to full-service facilities, with elevations generally below 700 feet in this flat, glaciated region. The area typically receives 32-34 inches of precipitation annually, with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F during peak camping season. Most campgrounds operate from mid-April through mid-October due to Michigan's seasonal weather patterns.
What to do
Swimming and water recreation: Wilderness Campground in Dundee features a swimming pond that's popular during hot summer days. "I'm hoping we get back this year!! Owners seemed great, campground well maintained, nice large clean lake for swimming and another area for fishing right from our site. One of my favorites because of lake view and swimming lake!" notes a visitor.
Go-karting and mini-golf: Activities for older children are plentiful at Harbortown RV Resort in Monroe. "This campground has everything! Go carts, playground, disc golf, pool, ext... Just a one night stay to visit A friend. If you have kids it is perfect! Staff was nice and very helpful," writes one camper.
Canoeing and kayaking: River Raisin Canoe Livery & Campground combines camping with water sports. A visitor explains, "They also have a playset and sandbox onsite as well as canoes/kayaks for rental." The livery provides equipment and transportation for paddling trips on the River Raisin.
Nature walks on boardwalks: Maumee Bay State Park Campground offers extensive boardwalks through wetlands. "A beautiful and extensive boardwalk constructed by the Ohio Civilian Conservation Corps is available only for foot traffic," notes a camper, making it accessible for all ages and abilities.
What campers like
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds feature designated fishing areas for all skill levels. At Wilderness Campground, a visitor mentions, "Cute catch and release pond. Great staff very friendly and helpful." Another notes the site includes "a fishing pond, little store, pavilion, basketball hoops, jumping pad for kids, playground and more for kids to do."
Clean facilities: Monroe-Toledo North KOA in Petersburg receives praise for its maintenance. "Friends and family for a Halloween themed event weekend resulted in lots of fun and good times. The kids stayed busy and made new friends while the adults hung out and had a good time! The staff did a good job running events. Bathrooms are a bit dated, but clean, and the grounds are a bit cramped/packed in, but it makes everything easy to reach quickly."
Family activities: Many campgrounds organize seasonal events. At Monroe-Toledo North KOA, campers appreciate the Halloween programming. "I've been going to this campground for years, but mainly for the Halloween camping. It's a fun time of the year to go and the kids always have a blast. Most sites decorate and some site go all out with haunted houses."
Affordability: River Raisin Canoe Livery offers basic camping at reasonable rates. A camper mentions, "I am mostly a solo camper so finding cheap spots is getting MUCH too hard. @20$ a night flat for all spots (primitive with pit toilet) this place is not too bad, however it is HUGE deal for pull thrus and rvs and groups."
What you should know
Site spacing varies significantly: Many campgrounds pack sites closely together. At Sterling State Park Campground, "Sites are nice and large paved slabs, most trees are immature offering little shade." This contrasts with tighter arrangements at other facilities.
Seasonal insects: Maumee Bay State Park experiences mayfly hatches in early summer. One camper reports, "First two nights were perfect but then the may flies hatched (in mid june) and covered everything. Good size sites, friendly staff, great beach and boat launch."
Campground rules: Some locations have strict policies about visitors. A camper at Covered Wagon Camp Resort notes, "The downside was the strict enforcement of visitors paying to come. There were zero amenities but she walked the grounds and questioned us making us pay for two friends having dinner with us."
Gate closure times: Several campgrounds close entrance gates in the evening. At River Raisin Canoe Livery, "They lock the gate at 7pm since it is their home. No drinking. This is also a kayak and canoe Livery so they have boats on site or you can bring you own and launch from their dock."
Tips for camping with families
Halloween-themed weekends: Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center and other local campgrounds offer special seasonal programming. One visitor notes, "Weekend getaway - The cons: sites are very small unless you book an 'Eagle' site. There was 7 ft from our stairs to the neighbors camper. You have to pay extra for everything including putt putt. You have to buy your golf balls. Not close to any stores if your forgot something. Gravel roads. Pros: family owned and operated, small campground kid friendly, free kid activities, everyone was very nice."
Beach access for children: Several campgrounds provide kid-friendly water access. A visitor to Wilderness Campground states, "We love camping here every year. They have a beautiful beach and camp sites right on the water. The campground is also close to a lot of restaurants and shopping."
Activity planning for weather: Summer storms can interrupt outdoor activities. Consider parks with indoor options or covered pavilions. At Wilderness Campground, campers mention that the community pavilion shows "movies at night" which provides entertainment during inclement weather.
Multiple playgrounds: Harbortown RV Resort offers various play areas throughout the property. "Nice campground- clean with many pull through sites. Nice size pool with enough lounge chairs. Sites feel a bit small but still very nice. Right next to camping is go karts, putt putt and arcade. We had a blast!"
Tips from RVers
Concrete pad availability: Harbortown RV Resort provides solid foundations. "All concrete roads and pads. Basketball court, sand volleyball, playground, dog run, batting cages and go karts within walking distance. Very friendly staff and knowledgeable of the area," notes one RVer.
Pull-through sites: Wilderness Campground accommodates larger rigs. "This is a great campground. There are a lot of things for kids to do including a swimming pond, playground, basketball, volleyball, and a catch and release fish pond. There are a couple pull through sites but most are back in and easily fit just about any rig."
Full hookup locations: Sterling State Park has complete utility connections. One camper notes, "One of my favorite things about this campground is that your spots are close together which is great for safety, however with the bushes and brush, it feels super private. My grandparents were in the site next to me in their camper and I had to walk a ways to see their spot."
Electric amperage: Most campgrounds offer 30-amp service, with select parks providing 50-amp connections for larger RVs. The campsites at Sterling State Park offer versatility, as one camper notes: "Additionally, all of the sites in this park have 30amp electric while also boasting quite a few sites with full hookup."
