Top Tent Camping near Boyne Falls, MI
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Best Tent Sites Near Boyne Falls, MI (39)
1. Traverse City State Park
49 Reviews•93 Photos•214 SavesTraverse City State Park is a 47-acre state park set in a more urban setting and featuring .25 miles of beautiful beach on the Grand Traverse Bay. The park is located only 3 miles from downtown Traverse City, one of the Michigan's most popular resort towns. The park was established in 1920 on about 16 acres of land after the logging industry began to wane. In 1921 and 1939, parcels were added to increase the park's land area. The original inhabitants of the land were the Ottawa branch of the Algonquin Indians.
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- Electric Hookups
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- Reservable
- ADA Access
2. Pigeon River State Forest Campground
7 Reviews•26 Photos•71 SavesMichigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html
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- Equestrian
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
3. Sturgeon Valley Campground
2 Reviews•21 Photos•12 Saves- Pets
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- Electric Hookups
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- Trash
- Picnic Table
4. Pinney Bridge
1 Review•18 SavesMichigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html
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- Picnic Table
$15 / night
5. C3 farm trust
1 Review•7 Photos•2 SavesWe host a rural very private camping spot with 3 camp sites, perfect for tent camping. And pet, firearms and cannabis friendly. Camp on a state national resident private hemp farm.
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- Market
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$25 - $35 / night
6. Sand Lakes Quiet Area Backcountry Campsites
8 Reviews•40 Photos•347 Saves- Pets
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7. Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground
12 Reviews•28 Photos•113 SavesMichigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html
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- Dispersed
8. Elk Hill Equestrian River Trail Campground
1 Review•1 SaveMichigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html
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9. Trails Campground
1 Review•6 Photos•7 Saves- Pets
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10. Stoney Creek Trail Camp
1 Review•1 SaveMichigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html
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Recent Tent Reviews In Boyne Falls
888 Reviews of 39 Boyne Falls Campgrounds
- SSydney
Traveler
Wilderness State Park Camping
Beautiful views, but goes down to a skeleton crew in the off season!
We booked site 118 for the third week in October and really enjoyed our stay! A few things to note:
- The showers and camp office were both closed when we arrived (10/23/24). I asked a park ranger and he said they typically close around the first week in October. If this is the case when you arrive too, you check in at the camp office using the phone in the yellow box which will direct you to a park employee. You will need your reservation number and license plate number ready.
- Don't forget to purchase your Michigan parks vehicle pass, which is separate from your camp reservation.
- Surprisingly, the potable water spigot near our campsite (just a short walk away) was still on! I know there was another review on here that said it was off already by mid-October, but it was on for us!
- You are a stones throw away from your parking spot, although some spots do align directly with their site most are not actually on their site, but still very close.
- Pets are not allowed on the beach during piping plover nesting season (April I believe.)
The beach front sites like ours are really really neat. You have a pretty good view of the water and your own private path right down to the beach. Keep in mind, you are likely to experience high winds. There were a couple days where our tent was getting buffeted around and starting a fire was challenging.
I know a lot of the reviews say it's a pretty loud, busy campground, which I'm sure is the case in the warmer months. When we were here it was a virtual ghost town. All the RV spots next to us were completely closed for the season and we had no neighbors at all until Friday night. When neighbors did arrive they were quiet--but that's always luck of the draw!
Site 118 is within view of the vault toilet, which supports around 6 sites so if it had been busier there would have been quite a few people coming and going in front of our site. I think if we went again while the showers and camp office were open we would maybe go for a different site slightly farther from the bathroom and with a bit more tree cover (122 looked quite nice if I remember correctly.)
We had no issues at all with wildlife.
There is a little store called Cecil's Trading Post 5 min drive away from the campground where they have an honor system for firewood--cash only, of course. The store itself was closed while we were there, but we bought firewood from them. It looked like you could maybe also get ice on the honor system.
Mackinaw city is quick to get to and there were plenty of restaurants and attractions still open when we were there even though it was right on the cusp of the off season. If you want to drive over the bridge into the UP, it's a 4 buck toll each way for cars FYI.
We stopped at a local brewery very close to the campground called Biere de Mac, which I highly recommend--great beer, good food, big open grassy outdoor area that allows dogs, and super friendly.
Happy camping!
ViTraveler
Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground
Perfect view
Camped off of the dirt bike/hiking trail. Found access off end of Black Hwy
Barry E.
Scout
Traverse City State Park
Convenient and clean
Very nice park, walkway to the public beach, paved path behind the grounds. Modern, clean bathhouse. Not a lot of privacy between spots, big mature trees all through the grounds. Right by municipal airport with lots of flight activity.
Alex M.
Guide
Straits State Park
Amazing views of Mackinac bridge
Most sites are all grass, but well maintained. Brand new, clean bathrooms and showers. Views of the lake and bridge can't get any better.
- Ken G.Guide
Straits State Park
great view of bridge, but small campsites close together
This campground was OK. Just on the north side of the bridge. The site we had was really small and close to others. It was a short walk down to the lake and a great view of the bridge. It was pretty expensive, we paid $39 + $11 for a Michigan park pass. The place was clean and the restrooms and showers were nice.
I don't think I'd go back. There are better places to camp in the upper peninsula.
Lots of bugs.
Nicole V.Guide
Emerick Park Campground
Quaint and Close to town
Small campground with boat launch, shower house, and bathrooms. Connect’s to a park with playground and pickleball court. Easy to walk or ride your bicycle into town for ice cream. No swim beach but good fishing opportunities on the thunder river.
- KKris D.Guide
Straits State Park
Close to town but noisy
We stayed in a tight site with some not so friendly neighbors. Great views and average campground.
- Chad H.Traveler
Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping
Awesome location
We’ve stayed at Mackinac Millcreek a few times. Awesome campground, definitely need to know the campground a little bit IF you’re planning on bringing a very large RV. But if not, call the office they’ll put you in a good spot. Our first time to the campground was pretty funny, the whole camp ground was sold out. But they squeezed us in by the rally building and apologized about it being by the maintenance area. Turn out to be one of the best spots we’ve camped. There was a lot of partying, so it was perfect for us. But the rest of the campground is pretty chill.
David C.Scout
Haakwood State Forest Campground
Easy access to north central bike path
This campground is right on the north central bike path and I came to this here for that easy access. However, it is right next to the road and there is a lot of road noise during the day and early evening. It did quiet down overnight. Being next to the road also gives easy access to nearby attractions like Indian River. If you're looking for a camp site to sit around and relax during the day, this is probably not the place for you.The camp sites are spread out and many offer complete privacy. Most are shaded. The campground is only 2 miles from I 75 and is an excellent spot if you need a campsite just to stop over.
Amy D.Traveler
Barnes County Park Campground
Beautiful Lake Access
This Campground was very family-friendly. There is easy access to the beach with wide stairs. Many people enjoying rock collecting and watching the sunrise and sunset. The park was very clean and well kept with multiple bath houses.
- Amy D.Traveler
Young State Park
Unique Trails
The campground was well maintained. The sites had adequate privacy and space. I really enjoyed the trails through Cedar Forest along Lake Charlevoix. More unique experience than just hiking through the woods.
Austin C.Scout
Camp David
Wonderful, quiet location
David and Gail were so friendly and welcoming, especially for the inconvenience of a last minute stay on Labor Day weekend! I had questions during the booking process and messaged them- I had a response in minutes. We had a quiet spot and were able to get some uninterrupted sleep after a long afternoon at the beach.
There are several places nearby with beach access (the turquoise water of Lake Michigan is beautiful), and lakes under 5 minutes away for fishing. For rockhounding, check out the beaches near Old Mission Lighthouse. Should we find ourselves back on the road to the UP, we'll be sure stop back in. Thanks again for being so accommodating!
- rroy H.Guide
Otsego Lake State Park
Otsego camp ground
Nice state park big sites on the lake
Skip C.Traveler
Chain-O-Lakes Campground
Close to Torch Lake
Full hookup sites, cabins were nice. Many recent upgrades to the campground
- HHatcherScout
Haakwood State Forest Campground
Rustic campground
Stayed here Labor Day weekend. It was my first time staying at a State Forest campground; it has the basics like a hand pump for water, pit toilets and a dumpster. Site 12 had a spot for my hammock. Watch out for poison ivy. The only downside is that other campers don't know how to behave at night. They think karaoke and screaming at their domestic partner at 1:42 am is acceptable.
Teresa R.TravelerWilderness State Park Camping
Nice park, very big park but…..
Don’t try to arrive early and get in. They don’t allow early entry. Check in is 3 pm period. Not real friendly, not rude either. Give the trading post 5 stars super nice well stocked. Lots of fire wood bundles to choose from. Has snack propane bottles
Erica L.TravelerChain-O-Lakes Campground
Will be back!
Our time at this campground has been exceptional. The grounds are kept very clean and tidy, the camp store had what we needed, and the atmosphere is very quiet and calming. Everything on our full hookup site worked good and our site itself was level.
Our weather wasn’t very good, 66 and rainy, but we made the best of our time by going downtown Bellaire and visiting Shorts Brewing. The little town has some cute shops and is only 8 minutes from the campground.
We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to book again next year.
- RRobert T.Guide
Wild Cherry RV Resort
Quiet and peaceful
This was a great campground, quiet and peaceful in the cherry orchard area of west Michigan, near Glen Arbor and Traverse City.
Our site, #20, had an improved gravel parking area for camper with a finished concrete pad with a picnic table.
Site, and whole campground was clean and well maintained. Our site was a full hookup but had one small issue where the drain dump was slightly uphill from the camper, so we had to work with the drain hose to empty tanks.
Only other negative is that there are no trees for the majority of sites for shade cover.
This was a good spot for a two night stay as it’s close to the Sleeping Bear National Dunes and also many local wineries.
Have fun!
Rachel S.TravelerMackinaw Mill Creek Camping
Friendly environment
Very clean and very well ran and organized! Great staff will probably come back to this one
- LLauraTraveler
Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground
Rustic
Amazing rustic campground. First come first serve sites, a well with pump for water and clean vault toilets. Walk along the Ocqueoc River to the falls, walk the path through the campground or park at the site and take a short trip to the falls. Large and small sites, friendly staff.
Gary P.Scout
Whiting County Park Campground
Awesome Campground
First timers. Very pleased with our stay. Reservation system is awesome, and easy to follow. Bathhouse was clean and fresh smelling. Even with all the rain we had during the stay, the bathhouse never got overly soiled. Water has a very heavy sulphor smell, but that's the way it goes with Michigan well water. Our Tear drop camper had fresh water on-board, so we were good to go. We've stayed at Young State Park across the way. Given what I know now, Whiting Park will be our"go to" park in the future. Again, Very Pleased.
Martha L.Guide
Cheboygan State Park
Peaceful & plentiful
Cheboygan State Park is a must do for all campers! This is a hidden gem. Many of the campsites walk out to Lake Huron and there’s a perfect breeze from the water to the campsite to keep all of the bugs away. Very peaceful and the campsites are very private and quiet. Happily surprised and will be back! Very dog friendly, great hiking trails, and the beach is very sandy!
- Martha L.Guide
Magnus Park Campground
Magus Park Great location
Great location, right on the lake and awesome views. Also very convenient to North country Trail to ride or run up and down the Lakeshore on a paved path! Very close to town to walk in and see the sites. Stayed by the water treatment plant and I wouldn’t recommend the West End as you could smell the treatments. Bathrooms were clean and convenient location. Spaces were extremely close together! Many people stayed for the whole summer. It seemed like.
Gills an B.Scout
Sand Lakes Quiet Area Backcountry Campsites
Everything that it said it was
To many people and yelling kids but breath taking for sure
Dan H.GuideStraits State Park
Nice, no views from upper campground
Somewhere I read there might be lake views from the upper campground... Not with leaves on the trees. Follow the signs down a 500 foot trail to the surveyors lookout to see the bridge. Nice and wooded. You can hear the bridge and interstate traffic. Nice restrooms, showers. I will try lower campground next time.
Rebekah J.Guide
Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp
Quite, Spacious sites
Most campgrounds we have been to had lots of road noise but not this one! We stayed for 2 nights/3days and this campground was quite.
The vault toilets were well stocked with toilet paper, although one had a hornets nest inside and the other was extremely smelly.
Access to the river was good and the sites were a decent size with privacy in between.
We enjoyed walking some of the nearby trails
- DDrew M.Scout
Petoskey State Park
Fun!
Great spot very close to the lake and downtown Petoskey. Best of both worlds.
Guide to Boyne Falls
Camping near Boyne Falls, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for you.
What to do:
- Explore the beaches: Many campgrounds, like Fisherman's Island State Park Campground, have sandy beaches perfect for swimming and relaxing. One camper mentioned, "The beach is sandy with plenty of cool rocks for rock hunting."
- Hiking and biking: Trails abound in the area. A visitor at Young State Park Campground said, "There are lots of hiking and biking trails," making it a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts.
- Fishing and kayaking: Many lakes in the region are ideal for fishing and kayaking. A review from Burt Lake State Park Campground highlights, "Bring your kayaks, boats, and fishing gear."
What campers like:
- Secluded sites: Campers appreciate the privacy at places like Leelanau State Park Campground. One happy camper noted, "Most sites are fairly secluded, and the campground was quiet."
- Clean facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are a big plus. A visitor at Hartwick Pines State Park Campground said, "Bathrooms and showers are of best of any other parks."
- Beautiful views: Campgrounds with stunning scenery are a hit. A camper at Otsego Lake State Park Campground shared, "Our site was perfect with gorgeous views of the sunrise/set over the water."
What you should know:
- Noise from factories: Some campgrounds, like Fisherman's Island State Park Campground, are near industrial areas. One reviewer mentioned, "I can't believe not one single person mentioned this in their reviews" regarding the nearby concrete factory.
- Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A visitor at Magnus Park Campground pointed out, "The campground is laid out in typical RV park fashion with zero privacy between sites."
- Booking in advance: Popular spots can fill up quickly. A camper at Barnes County Park Campground advised, "I would advise to book a spot early."
Tips for camping with families:
- Kid-friendly beaches: Look for campgrounds with shallow swimming areas. A family at Burt Lake State Park Campground enjoyed, "Has a beautiful sand beach with a shallower swim area for younger kids."
- Activities for all ages: Choose campgrounds with playgrounds and recreational areas. A visitor at Otsego Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "There is a playground area that also has a small baseball field."
- Plan for downtime: Bring games and books for relaxing moments. A camper at Young State Park Campground said, "The beach is long and sandy," perfect for unwinding.
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Some sites can be tight. A reviewer at Petoskey KOA noted, "The sites are all basically on top of each other, very little room to maneuver."
- Look for full hookups: If you need them, make sure to choose campgrounds that offer full hookups. A camper at Burt Lake State Park Campground appreciated, "Large, level electric sites."
- Explore nearby attractions: Many campgrounds are close to local attractions. A visitor at Petoskey KOA enjoyed, "We also rode through the Tunnel of Trees."
Camping near Boyne Falls, Michigan, has its perks and quirks. With the right planning, you can enjoy a fantastic outdoor experience!
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