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The Michigan glamping scene in Beulah and surrounding areas boasts distinctive accommodations at sites like Camp Squid Off The Grid and Turtle Lake Campground. Glampers can enjoy yurts nestled among trees and unique glamping structures with comfortable bedding, private space, and thoughtful amenities that elevate the outdoor experience beyond traditional camping. One visitor highlighted that "Kendra and her team have created a unique glamping experience in northern Michigan with thoughtfully designed spaces that are comfortable and fun." Camp Squid features a complimentary morning coffee station and plans to expand their accommodations for winter stays, while other area glamping options provide electric hookups, hot showers, and easy access to natural attractions. The sites balance rustic charm with modern conveniences, offering clean facilities and comfortable sleeping arrangements.
Northern Michigan's natural beauty creates the perfect backdrop for glamping adventures near Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan. Visitors enjoy hiking trails, water activities, and exploration of nearby attractions including Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, just a short drive from most glamping locations. A guest noted that "they have thoughtfully designed spaces that are comfortable and fun. There is so much to explore in the local area." Paved bike paths connect some glamping sites to charming lakeside towns like Frankfort, where guests can enjoy restaurants, ice cream shops, and marina walks. Most glamping accommodations in the Beulah area operate seasonally from May through October, though Camp Squid is developing more year-round options. The combination of comfortable accommodations and access to Michigan's northern forests, lakes, and dunes makes this region particularly appealing for luxury camping experiences.
"All sites have electric. They have lots of little cute cabins through the park as well. They have a small simple playground that my kids loved! Super close to Lake Michigan and the river."
"Location is close to so many great towns and attractions: Glen Arbor/Sleeping Bear Dunes, many Lake Michigan beaches, kayaking/canoeing/tubing river trips, great fishing if that's your thing."
from $33 - $85 / night
Check Availability"Family friendly, there is fishing and canoeing, fire pits and swimming in the lake. They have a camp for horses too."
"Turtle Lake is a perfect mix of campers! Very family friendly, but spaced out well enough for privacy. They have a nice beach area and areas to fish. All sites provide a good amount of shade."
"Kendra and her team have created a unique glamping experience in northern Michigan. They have thoughtfully designed spaces that are comfortable and fun."
"Stayed here for a few night whilst visiting friends at Crystal Lake. The Camp Squid team were at hand to solve and issues."
from $135 - $499 / night
Check Availability"Pretty standard Michigan State Park campground. Nice staff. Park maintenance is currently building a wood fence to keep folks away from steep bluff edge. Views of Lake Michigan fairly limited."
"This is a clean and beautiful campground nestled on the shores of Lake Michigan however due to high water levels there is no longer beach access. You need to drive to the beach."
from $39 - $120 / night
Check Availability"If you are looking for rugged, wilderness / secluded camping its probably not your place but for everyone else it's a hidden gem. Nice spots both on the river show and across the road. "
"Nice little camp store and pizza restaurant on site. Great playground, evening activities. Nice mix of electric hook up, R.V. and tent sites. Boat rentals, etc."
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Typical rustic camper, so camping close to others is not my typical cup of tea, but I messed up my rustic campsite reservation by week and managed to get the last open spot for the weekend in the main"
"Just spent 5 nights at site 185 that borders along the north trail. Had an issue with noise one night but a ranger took care of it. Buildings were clean and staff was very nice."
from $27 - $90 / night
Check Availability"little tricky to get to but if you have a vehicle good for two tracking you shoukd be fine. we stayed at the 5th spot we seen because it is an active location. spots were occupied and a few cars drove"
"Trails and a sizeable lake made it even better. Great location and only about 15 minutes from Sleeping Bear dunes."
"Campground has lake access on silver lake, very nice. Rented a pontoon boat from an outside company and spent the day on the beautiful lake. Staff is friendly and helpful."
"Was able to check in early...because campers had checked out early and they had time to check the site...very clean...close to all the great sites around Traverse City...the only thing was where our site"
"This KOA is just south of Traverse City and very centrally located to all that makes this area so awesome! Wineries, Sleep Bear Dunes, golf courses, and of course downtown Traverse City."
"Nice pool and friendly staff! Lots of kids though as they have a massive kids playground."
from $60 - $120 / night
Check Availability"There is a camp store, turbo bikes, a variety of family activities, a pool, playground, bike park, equipment and rentals, laundry facility, cabins, cottages, and yurts for rent."
"Staff was all Great. Had a well stocked camp store."
from $60 - $260 / night
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LegendWinter camped in Pines Mini Cabin. Bunk beds with one a double- sleeps 5 total. Heat, electricity, mini fridge, microwave, table and 4 chairs. Well built and very clean. Outside fire pit and BBQ grill for summer. Awesome trails for hiking, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing. Lots of phenomenal snow this year!
RangerWe were directed here after learning the state park was closed. I was hesitant about this campground at first, but it was an excellent stay! The staff were absolutely wonderful. We came on bicycles and they let us stay only one night even though the typical minimum stay is 2 nights. The manager even gave us a few dollar discount for our site.
It was a particularly difficult day of biking and I was in a bad mood when we arrived, but after securing a site and talking to the manager, I was smiling and laughing the rest of the night. The employees are kind folks who care about the quality of your stay.
They have a big camp shop, excellent ice cream, flush toilets, free showers, and coin laundry! Wifi throughout the campground allowed us to watch tv from inside our tent. There was an electric hook up at our site with a drinking water spout too!
The tent sites are right off the river with docks to fish from and launch your boat from. One of the wonderful things about this campground was that because it is privately owned, it was very reasonably priced. It was significantly cheaper than the state parks. Of course, you are trading off beach access for price, but with a Lake Michigan beach under three miles away, it is worth it. Overall, it was a lovely stay and by far my favorite campground in Michigan for the price.
TravelerPark had vacancy when I called late Friday afternoon for Saturday. So if you want to stay in the Ludington area but can't get into the State Park, this is good. Just about 2 miles from the State Park beaches and less than 2 miles into downtown. There is a designated paved trail that runs right through the campground. You can easily ride bikes downtown where there is a large variety of restaurants and/or brewery. The whole downtown area is very cool with city parks/beaches/marina/shops. Office staff was very friendly and professional. We camped in the "rustic" section, meaning no electric or running water on site. Bathroom was relatively clean and near our site. Crowd was not too rowdy and pretty chill. Lots of kids ;-) and dogs ;-(. Best features are location (at nothing, but near everything). Worst features mentioned by others - there is no fence between the campground and the busy road, road noise, the cemetery does not bother us. Ludington State Park has MANY excellent opportunities hiking, biking, watercraft, beach bumming. Highly recommend the State Park....but it is very hard to get into in the summer. Stay here instead and you'll be half way between the State Park and Downtown.
TravelerThis campground is perfect for campers of most experience and age levels. If you are looking for rugged, wilderness / secluded camping its probably not your place but for everyone else it's a hidden gem.
Nice spots both on the river show and across the road. Easy water access for very little children and non-motorized boats / Kayaks, etc. Nicely equipped playground and evening activities at the Camp Store/Office on special weekends.
This campground has the cleanest restroom/shower facilities of any campground I have been too. Also the staff is very friendly and helpful.
One tip, fire pits do not have grill tops attached and the pit opening is pretty wide.
GuideLudington offers both modern campsites and backcountry hike-in sites. We opt for the hike-in sites because they're very spacious and private, with easy access to Lake Michigan. There are 10 backcountry sites, which share two pit toilets and a water pump. Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table, and the park offers firewood delivery daily so you don't have to hike with it. If you need showers or flush toilets they are a 1 mile hike away in the main campground. The hike to the sites is very easy as it's also the sand path to the Big Sable Lighthouse. Crossing the path and going over a small sand dune will land you right on the beach. These sites are very popular because they're so great, so I would highly recommend reserving 6 months in advance for any summer weekends.
TravelerI've been there several times. This campground has been around a long time and is well known by motorcyclists in Michigan. It's located behind their motorcycle repair shop. It's not a fancy campground, but it is a bargain at $10. The northern loop has electric outlets. The southern loop is rustic camping (groups usually camp there). Restrooms, showers and a pavilion. Pay the $10 at their shop. If the shop is closed either someone will come around or you can settle up in the morning. Firewood available on site. Village is 1.5 miles away to get supplies.
RangerThis is not my normal kind of camping but I will pleasantly surprised at how much I liked this place. Sites are close together. All sites have electric. They have lots of little cute cabins through the park as well. They have a small simple playground that my kids loved! Super close to Lake Michigan and the river. We had fun exploring the area. Bathrooms were clean and had hot water. I loved that we could buy a good breakfast right on site at the little cafe they have. The campground had an old fashioned feel if that makes sense. Very quiet and does not seem to attract the party crowd. I thought rates were very reasonable. We took a day trip to Empire and the Point Bestie Lighthouse.
LegendThis gem of a state park is phenomenal. Camped here in cabins three times over two winters. Cabins with bunks (will sleep 5 total), mini fridge, electricity and heat. Outside pit toilet. Hiking trails are some of the best. Beautiful lighthouse, dunes, beach, inland lake (Hamlin Lake), river and Lake Michigan. Very quiet and snow-covered in winter. Gets very busy in summer. So many activities for all ages. Kayak rentals in summer. Great fishing. Guided snowshoe tours and lamp light snowshoe hikes in winter are awesome. Camp store. Several playgrounds. Beautiful new beach house.
LegendGreat cabin for winter camping. Electricity, heat, microwave, mini fridge. 2 sets of bunks, sleeps 5. Table with chairs. Wonderful hiking.
Glamping in Beulah, Michigan offers visitors access to the inland waters of Crystal Lake, which spans 9,711 acres with a maximum depth of 165 feet. The region sits at approximately 600 feet above sea level, creating unique microclimates that extend the camping season from late April through mid-October. Most luxury camping options in the area provide convenient access to the 27-mile Betsie Valley Trail connecting nearby communities.
Kayaking on Betsie River: Visitors staying at Betsie River Campsite can explore the waterway directly from camp. "Betsie river runs behind the campground. Wildlife is present in area. Beautiful," notes Nancy C., highlighting the natural surroundings.
Bike the paved trails: Access local towns without driving. "There is a paved trail that runs by the campground, and it's less than a 3 mile walk/bike ride to downtown Frankfort and the lakeshore, which has a ton of things to do," explains Chris W. about the convenience of local paths.
Visit nearby Traverse City: The area's largest town is within easy reach of several campgrounds. "25 min south of Traverse city. Nice sites, some have patios and chairs with bonfires," mentions Corrie about Traverse City KOA, making it a practical base for exploring the region.
Fish at Turtle Lake: The namesake reptiles aren't the only attraction at this water body. "The lake is great for kayaking or small fishing boats. Office staff super nice," writes Stacey R., though she cautions that "when my kids went fishing, they pulled up large snapping turtles both times."
Clean bathroom facilities: Many glamping options prioritize sanitation. At Turtle Lake Campground, "The shower stalls were individual and clean, the area was filled with campers and RVs and everyone was SO friendly," according to Lindsey G., who adds this was her first camping trip in years.
Morning breakfast options: Some campgrounds offer convenient meal services. "The camp store and little outdoor cafe are great and serve a delicious breakfast," notes Debra O. about Betsie River Campsite, providing an alternative to camp cooking.
Multiple accommodation types: At Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort, Chris M. points out they have "just enough cabins, cottages, and yurts for our non-camping family to tag along!" This variety allows mixed groups with different comfort preferences to stay together.
Dog-friendly atmosphere: Pet owners appreciate accommodations that welcome four-legged companions. Lindsey G. observed that Turtle Lake Campground "was filled with dog lovers," making it comfortable for those traveling with pets.
Weather variations: Northern Michigan temperatures can fluctuate significantly. Chris M. mentioned having "a chilly Memorial Day weekend" at Timber Ridge, indicating that even late spring can require warm clothing.
Site levelness challenges: Several campgrounds have terrain issues. At Orchard Beach State Park Campground, Jonathan B. notes you should "be prepared to deal with sloping ground" when setting up camp.
Beach access limitations: Water levels can affect shoreline access. According to Richard E., at Orchard Beach, "Due to erosion, the stairs to the beach have been closed which forces campers to conglomerate even more closely together."
Budget options available: Not all camping requires a significant investment. David M. describes Cycle Moore Campground as "not a fancy campground, but it is a bargain at $10. The northern loop has electric outlets," providing an economical alternative to luxury glamping sites.
Look for designated play areas: Some campgrounds offer dedicated kids' spaces. Ann D. appreciates that Turtle Lake Campground "provides a bit more of a grassy setting and offers a nice playground. The bathrooms were redone and are very nice!"
Consider beach safety features: Shallow swimming areas benefit younger children. At Duck Lake Campground, Edward C. points out that "The beach here is ideal for children, staying very shallow out to the bouy markers for the swimming area."
Research campground noise levels: Family-oriented sites can be lively. At Northern Exposure Campground, Danielle S. enthusiastically notes there are "Kid's EVERYWHERE! 🥰 Its absolutely perfect for the entire camping spectrum," which might not appeal to those seeking quiet.
Check for family activities: Scheduled events keep kids engaged. Allison H. describes Timber Ridge as having "no shortage of activities here: a small pond/beach, pool, jumping pillow, dodgeball, bike trails, ATV trails, crafts, parades, etc. It's great for the active family, particularly those with elementary & middle school age kids."
Site size considerations: Many glamping areas have tight spacing. At Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park, Macy M. recommends: "I think next time we will get one of the lake front sites. The view is amazing."
Electric service details: Power availability varies significantly. At Betsie River Campsite, Kristine E. notes "Water hookup at each site, some sites only have 20 amp service," which may be insufficient for larger RVs with multiple systems.
Seasonal booking timing: The most popular sites fill quickly. Holiday Park Campground visitor George W. advises, "If you make plans, book early," particularly for premium waterfront locations.
Maneuverability challenges: Trees can complicate parking. Edward C. observed at Duck Lake Campground that "some sites can be difficult to maneuver into because of the trees," requiring careful consideration when reserving a spot for larger rigs.
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