Best Glamping near Brutus, MI

Petoskey KOA houses premium glamping accommodations including cozy cabins and luxury yurts, located just north of Brutus along US-31. The glamping tents and cabins feature comfortable beds with linens, electricity, and private outdoor patios overlooking Bear Creek which runs through the property. Other glamping options around Brutus include Magnus Park Campground and Young State Park, both offering unique canvas accommodations with lake views and modern amenities. Each glamping site provides picnic tables, fire rings, and access to clean shower facilities and flush toilets. One guest shared, "The KOA campground is close to Petoskey, but outside town enough to be a bit quiet. A short drive to breweries, wineries, and dinner."

The glamping resorts around Brutus provide easy access to northern Michigan's natural attractions with the Little Traverse Wheelway and Northwestern State Trail accessible directly from several properties. Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping offers safari-style glamping with proximity to Mackinac Island ferries, while Aloha State Park provides geodesic dome accommodations near the Inland Waterway. Water activities dominate the summer season with Burt Lake State Park featuring a swimming beach and boat launches for exploring the connected waterways. According to a camper, "We enjoyed being able to access the bike trails from the campground. We also rode through the Tunnel of Trees, took the ferry with our bikes to Mackinac Island, and browsed the shops in Petoskey." Most glamping sites operate seasonally from May through October, with limited winter availability.

Best Glamping Sites Near Brutus, Michigan (36)

    1. Burt Lake State Park Campground

    21 Reviews
    Indian River, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 238-9392

    "Large, level electric sites. Very large campground in general. Since we were there in September and mid week, it was quiet. Bath house clean, but a bit outdated. Nice beach and swimming area."

    "Staff was helpful, neighbors were friendly, bathrooms were clean, and it's right on the lake! Very pet-friendly, very busy. Reserve in advance."

    2. Petoskey KOA

    16 Reviews
    Conway, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 347-0005

    "They did a great job with the trick or treating by shutting down all vehicle traffic and by having a site decorating contest. And we got second place so they gave us a nice goodie bag."

    "The staff was the friendliest we have ever come across. Within 10 minutes of someone leaving they were on the site cleaning up, making sure it was ready for the next camper."

    3. Magnus Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Petoskey, MI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 347-1027

    "The park is run by the City of Petoskey and sits on 21 acres in downtown Petoskey overlooking Lake Michigan.  "

    "It is a municipal campground so we didn't expect much but the access to the Little Traverse Wheelway and views of Lake Michigan were awesome - and full hook ups for the price was great. "

    4. Aloha State Park Campground

    15 Reviews
    Mullett Lake, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 625-2522

    $30 - $34 / night

    "There’s 3 different sections, the first 2 being older with mostly “no camping pad” electric sites, and the 3rd is newer with gravel full hookup sites. The lake is easily accessible and wonderful."

    "Fully stocked camp store with pizza and ice cream. Fishing off the inlet and Jetties were good. Not all sites have full hookups"

    5. Mackinaw City / Mackinac Island KOA

    24 Reviews
    Mackinaw City, MI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 436-5643

    "This lot (a premium lot) comes with a concrete patio with a round table with four chairs, two Adirondack chairs and a fire pit and a charcoal box grill."

    "This campground is located just out of town in Mackinaw City, MI."

    6. Tee Pee Campground

    18 Reviews
    Mackinaw City, MI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 436-5391

    $34 - $52 / night

    "The sites are decently sized and come equipped with a fire pit. The showers had decent shower heads and lots of pressure. There are some swings dow by the lake for adults and kids."

    "The perimeter sites back into a chain link fence that has a view of the woods. This is on both sides of the campground.  The bathrooms/showers were clean."

    7. Young State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Boyne City, MI
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 582-7523

    "Very friendly staff and clean park. Family friendly and pet friendly, beach was close by and clean. Reservations were very easy to make online and allows you to pick your site."

    "The facilities were clean and the grounds themselves were a pleasure to walk around. The camp store was the best stocked one I’ve seen yet."

    8. Haakwood State Forest Campground

    7 Reviews
    Wolverine, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 732-3541

    $15 - $20 / night

    "You can’t beat $15 a night, each rustic site is fairly secluded with privacy, and you’re right by Michigan’s only area to view free roaming wild elk!"

    "This campground is right on the north central bike path and I came to this here for that easy access."

    9. Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping

    9 Reviews
    Mackinaw City, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 436-5584

    $16 - $50 / night

    "Huge campground in a wonderful location. They have everything here- huge playground, pool, beach, great store, lots to do. The view of the lake from our site was spectacular."

    "Super well-stocked, clean, and genuinely fun to browse. Our site was just steps away from Lake Huron, so we got to enjoy swimming right from camp, which was such a bonus."

    10. Cheboygan State Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Cheboygan, MI
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 627-2811

    $27 / night

    "All of them are great, vault toilet and hand pump for water, drive up (although the road in can be a little rough). "

    "The nice thing about Michigan State Parks is that you can make a reservation, which is nice reassurance if you’re traveling on a busy summer weekend."

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Glamping Reviews near Brutus, MI

366 Reviews of 36 Brutus Campgrounds


  • J
    Jul. 13, 2024

    Mackinaw City / Mackinac Island KOA

    Great park near Mackinac Island ferries

    Our site was $99.89 night.

    We were in Site# 98. We had Full hook- up with a gravel pull-through.
    We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep. The site was easy to level.

    Our site was not shaded with limited trees (many were shaded though). This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    This lot (a premium lot) comes with a concrete patio with a round table with four chairs, two Adirondack chairs and a fire pit and a charcoal box grill.

    It is an easy access to the campground from highway -(approximately 1 mile from highway).

    There is free WiFi. They offer Cable TV and there are many channels.

    There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.
    They sell wood for $7 a bundle.

    They pickup your garbage at your site daily.

    You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent regular bicycles and e-bikes. They do not provide golf cart rentals. There is really not a need to have a Golf cart because it is a smaller campground.

    They do have a Swimming pool. There is a Playground. They also offer Gaga ball,horseshoe, and corn hole. There is a Reading lending library and board games to borrow.

    They have a great general store. There is an electric car charging station. They sell propane.

    There is not a snack bar/restaurant on site.

    The streets are gravel so not great for riding bikes.

    There are great places to ride bikes outside of campground. From the campground, there is a nature trail that you can take your bike that leads you to the. North Western State Trail.

    They have cabins for rent and tent areas.

    They have one shower house. The shower house has individual showers. Toilets with sinks are in a shared bathroom. These are kept very clean.

    There is a laundry facility. It is a cash only facility. There are approximately 5 washers and 5 dryers. It is approximately $2.50 to wash and $1.50 to dry a load.

    They have a fenced in dog park.

    Bugs (mosquitoes/flies)did not seem to be an issue.

    There were trails to hike off of the campground.

    Some fun things to do outside of the campground are go to the beach (1 mile away); visit Mackinac Island (both major ferries will transport you for free - this KOA provides you information for Shepler’s Ferry). Both ferries offer packages that include horse drawn carriage rides, Fort Mackinac admission, Island Hotel Admission, Butterfly House admission, Mystery Town admission, and Parking options). There is a Jack Pine Lumberjack show.

  • Meaghan G.
    Jun. 3, 2021

    Tiki RV Park & Campground

    The yurt is worth the splurge!

    We decided to splurge on a yurt for our first camping trip of the summer. Well worth it! We stayed in"Kai" one of the newest yurts. It's at the end of what we came to call"the yurt village". Complete with electricity, indoor and outdoor string lights, two deck chairs, a heater, a queen sized bed, and an electric kettle with pour over coffee supplies, it was truly a treat! The bathroom and shower building is about.1 miles each way according to my fitness tracker, but it's doable. Downside: the firepit is small(about the size of a small charcoal grill) and shallow, so it's not really suitable for cooking. Bring a propane stove or some no-cook foods, or go enjoy some of the area restaurants! The site is still a diamond in the rough with cut downed wood and sawdust scattered about, and the ground is uneven. With time, though, it will probably turn out beautifully! We were there for three weeknights and rarely even heard other campers. A quiet and peaceful retreat.

  • S
    May. 5, 2021

    Little Brevort Lake North State Forest Campground

    Chill spot

    We decided to stay 5 days here after our original plan fell through. It’s a smaller secluded campground with larger sites. We arrived in the middle of the week so there were a variety of sites available. Each site has a fire pit and picnic table. Be prepared to bring enough firewood and supplies as many of the shops nearby close early.

    Pros: Little Brevort lake is a great spot for stargazing with good visibility and shooting stars. Large sites, close to Lake Michigan, quiet, secluded, great views, shaded sites, inexpensive, opportunity to listen to native wildlife.

    Cons: Sites can be close together but not clustered. Bathrooms are stocked by DNR but were FULL of flies. No individual trash cans, dumpster only. We made the mistake of buying cheap trash bags that ripped on the way to the dumpster.

  • Robert M.
    Aug. 3, 2020

    Black Lake State Forest Upper ORV Campground

    Terrible camping experience

    I just saw a review from another camper who experienced the same as me; generators everywhere, no peace and quiet, no rangers to tell people to turn down their music, no one to police the crazy orv drivers who treated the 10 mph roads as race tracks.  Do not go here if you're looking for a nice time.  This campground is horrible, loud, dirty, and not managed.  It’s full of drunk yahoos who use it as a cheap place to stay in northern Michigan.

  • A
    Aug. 14, 2018

    Mackinaw City / Mackinac Island KOA

    Great Campground in a beautiful place

    This campground is located just out of town in Mackinaw City, MI. The location of the campground is within 5 minutes of downtown Mackinaw, within 1-2 miles of a beach and about 10-15 minute drive of St. Ignace. The campground pretty small and quiet. We camped in a small back in site with water and electric hook-ups. There is one bathroom and shower facility but it looks like they are building another. The bathroom was clean and constantly maintained. The staff was friendly, and helpful. They offer trash pick up each morning and ice delivery. There is a small campground store with some basic essentials. There is some construction going on, but we haven’t heard any equipment and the area is fenced off with a privacy fence so we haven’t seen the construction either. Overall this campground is very nice.

  • Nicole D.
    Sep. 11, 2021

    Brevoort Lake Campground

    Clean, Quiet Campground

    We choose this campground for its close-ish proximity to St. Ignace and the Labor Day Bridge Walk. There are modern toilets, and even though the facilities are very dated they are possibly the cleanest I've ever come across at a campground. There are kayak, SUP and Canoe rentals on site, as well as ice and wood for sale. There is potable water and a dump station. (The water is far enough from the dump to feel safe enough to fill our tanks.). Very quiet after 10pm, the quiet hours seemed very enforced, there was not a single generator going overnight. A nice mix of FCFS sites and reservable ones, and there were at least some vacancies even though it was a holiday weekend.

  • Brittany R.
    Aug. 19, 2019

    Brevoort Lake Campground

    Clean Fun Campsite

    Pros: This camp site was amazing! Very family friendly with plenty of activities. You are able to rent water equipment, play mini golf and swim around the lake. You are able to buy bagged ice ($2.50) and firewood about 6-7 pieces ($5.00) on site.

    Plus, Our 3 dogs came with and had a great time!

    Cons: Quiet hours were well followed. I felt we had to whisper around the fire, to feel like we weren’t disturbing anyone. It was very family based so got pretty quiet around 8:00 PM. Also, Campsites are pretty close together!

    Altogether the camp site is great, I wouldn’t go again but enjoyed it!

  • A
    Jun. 24, 2019

    Hoeft State Park Campground

    Clean ,breathtakingly beautiful and peaceful

    Make reservations early! This is a beautiful state park with the best of pure Michigan woods and Lake Huron sandy dunes and beaches . Very family and pet friendly but also quiet and peaceful for couples who just wanna get away . Only drawback is low signal cell service but hey getting off the grid is what’s its all about. Unplug and recharge yourself.  Electric hook up availability  20/30 amp . Hiking and biking paths , a cute play ground , sandy beach with volleyball area all walking distance from campsites!  Friendly staff , we love this park !

  • Lee D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jan. 18, 2025

    Roberts Landing Campground

    Feels neglected

    We looked forward to our stay at this campground so close to Mackinaw City. We arrived just before 5 pm behind another camper. Walter was having difficulty handling both of our check-ins: he couldn’t find the other camper’s reservation (apparently not a one-off) and then his computer kept freezing while processing ours. The process to get both of us checked in took almost 30 minutes. 

    The advertised group gathering gazebo seemed to have been taken over by the office; I saw no other covered gazebo. And the fire pit was horrible! It spewed toxic smoke the entire time we were checking in (I had to keep stepping outside). As Becky’s review mentioned, there was junk surrounding the “office” and close by area. 

    The RV sites did not have any separation/privacy between them. We had reserved a water/electric site but in the end, chose one of the tent sites that faced the lake. We didn’t even see a number indicating what site it was– it was mostly a large grassy area. 

    The mosquitos were horrible (I realize this is not the fault of the campground although the grass was a bit tall). 

    Although I’ve seen worse, the restrooms were just passable. The floor was wet. At least there was soap and paper towels. Did not use the shower so cannot comment on that.

    The best part of this campground is the view of Lake Huron. As advertised, there is a (far-off) view of the Mackinaw Bridge from the beach, but you have to look through the wall of mosquitoes. 

    It’s my understanding this is a city-run campground and if that is correct, we expected better. In order for me to give this more than two stars, it would have to:

    • cost less ($50 was way too much money to pay for this campground),

    • have a more efficient check-in system, and

    • be cleaned up of all the junk lying around. 

    If we would not have lost all our money, we would have ditched and looked elsewhere. We didn’t even cook in our van, opting instead to eat in town. We were up and out early the next morning.


Guide to Brutus

Camping near Brutus, Michigan offers year-round options with seasonal considerations that vary dramatically between summer and winter months. The area sits along Michigan's Inland Waterway, a 38-mile chain of lakes and rivers connecting Crooked Lake to Lake Huron. Summer temperatures typically range from 65-80°F while winters drop to 15-30°F with significant snowfall averaging 120 inches annually.

What to do

Biking the trail system: Access the Little Traverse Wheelway directly from Petoskey KOA where the paved path provides connections to surrounding communities. "Cycling dream trails," notes camper Geri Lynn P. who enjoyed the extensive network that includes the 23.5-mile path from Harbor Springs to Charlevoix.

Visit Mackinac Island: From Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping, take advantage of the complimentary shuttle to ferry services. "We took a scenic walk over to the bridge view side of the campground and were blown away by the views of the Mackinac Bridge," shares Chelsea & Wes J., adding that "you buy your ferry tickets to Mackinaw Island at the camp store and it's 10 minutes to get there with boats leaving every 30 minutes."

Fishing opportunities: The interconnected waterways provide excellent fishing spots particularly around Haakwood State Forest Campground. "Right on the sturgeon river you get away from the main camps of Burt lake and mullet lake. An easy drive to wolverine and a couple hour float back to camp or drive to Indian River and go to the lakes," explains Chris M.

What campers like

Private, spacious sites: At Aloha State Park, campers appreciate the generous spacing between sites. "Great camp ground, spacious sites," mentions Peggy K., while Deb M. adds, "There's LOTS of sites at this state park. There's 3 different sections, the first 2 being older with mostly 'no camping pad' electric sites, and the 3rd is newer with gravel full hookup sites."

Sunset views: Many campgrounds feature premium spots for sunset viewing. "Build a fire in one of the many fire pits on the lake shore and watch the spectacular sun set and the bridge light up!" recommends Joe O. about his experience at Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping. The waterfront sites provide natural theaters for evening light shows.

Yurt camping options: Beyond traditional tent and RV sites, yurt camping near Brutus, Michigan has become increasingly popular. Young State Park Campground offers alternative accommodations with Lake Charlevoix access. "The park covers 560 acres which encompasses a campground, hiking trails, a large beach area with concessions, boat launch, picnic area, playground, baseball diamond, basketball courts, and fishing pier," notes one visitor.

What you should know

Seasonal operation limits: Most yurt and cabin facilities near Brutus operate from May through October. "Open 5/3/2020 - 10/14/2020" is the typical season for Petoskey KOA, with similar timeframes at other parks.

Road quality concerns: Some access roads require careful driving. "Not a huge fan of the gravel road entry," mentions Edmund P. about Cheboygan State Park Campground, while other campers noted "driving over a washboard" to reach swimming areas.

Varying amenities by site type: Even within the same campground, amenities can differ dramatically. "There is no water or sewer hook up. The lot lines are strange, they run on an angle. Bring extension cords for the electric service," warns Brenda M. about certain sites at Burt Lake State Park.

Tips for camping with families

Beach activities: Choose campgrounds with child-friendly water access. "Nice, clean bathrooms with showers, sites had electric hookups, camp area had potable water and black water dump," reports Therese S., adding that her family enjoyed the "lovely campground right on the water and sandy beach."

Playground facilities: Several campgrounds feature play equipment for children. "There is a small playground for the kids. There was also a nice heated pool for them to swim in," writes Glynnis A. about the family-friendly amenities at Mackinaw City KOA.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Consider nearby wildlife viewing areas as educational activities. "You're right by Michigan's only area to view free roaming wild elk!" shares Ryan L T. about staying at Haakwood State Forest Campground, though he notes, "We went and tried, but unfortunately didn't see any elk. I think it was mostly due to my 7 and 10 year old talking too much."

Tips from RVers

Site selection advice: For larger rigs, carefully research site options. "Very well ran and organized! Great staff," says Rachel S. about Mackinaw Mill Creek Camping, while Chad H. advises, "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."

Extension cord requirements: Several campers mentioned electrical box placement issues. "Had to share the electric box in the adjacent site. Bring a long cord," advises Neil T. about Cheboygan State Park, an important consideration for RV setup.

Early reservations essential: Popular RV sites fill quickly, especially waterfront locations. "We chose to stay on the Lake View (Mackinaw Bridge not visible). For our families these were the best sites because they are on the water with beach sand," shares Bryan R., highlighting the importance of planning ahead for premium spots.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Brutus, MI is Burt Lake State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 21 reviews.

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