Best RV Parks & Resorts near Barton City, MI
Northern Bear Paw RV Park in Tawas City offers 57 RV sites with full hookups including 50-amp service, all available year-round. Sites accommodate big rigs with adequate space between camping spots. Thunder Bay Golf and RV Resort in Hillman provides full hookup sites on cement pads with 50-amp electric service from April through October. One camper shared that "the sites are nicely laid out with comfortable amenities" at Northern Bear Paw RV Park. Alcona Park in South Branch features full hookup options with sewer connections and electric service, though some sites have only 20-amp electrical service. Tawas River RV Park provides water and sewer hookups with 50-amp electrical connections, though visitor reviews note some maintenance issues with electrical pedestals.
Reservations are essential during summer months as many parks fill quickly, particularly on holiday weekends. Most campgrounds in the region accept pets, though specific restrictions may apply. Dump stations are available at Northern Bear Paw, Alcona Park, and Tawas RV Park, with Oscoda-Tawas KOA also offering this service. Cell service varies considerably throughout the area, with limited connectivity in more remote locations. A visitor noted that "bathrooms were nasty with fruit flies no toilet paper either" at one location, highlighting the importance of checking recent reviews before booking. Propane is not commonly available at most parks, requiring trips into nearby towns for refills. During winter months, water systems at many campgrounds are winterized, with only Northern Bear Paw remaining fully operational year-round.
