Top Cabins near Buckley, MI

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Best Cabin Sites Near Buckley, MI (46)

    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse City State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse City State Park
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    1. Traverse City State Park

    49 Reviews
    93 Photos
    214 Saves

    Traverse 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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    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park

    2. Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park

    17 Reviews
    39 Photos
    113 Saves

    Northern Exposure Campground staff takes pride in our state-of-the-art RV campground. Our goal is to provide a memorable experience to campers of all ages. We are a nonprofit organization that's committed to providing our guests with clean, safe, and updated camping facilities, fun family entertainment, and a helpful and friendly staff ready to answer all your questions and assist you during your stay. Welcome to Northern Exposure Campground, thanks for staying and helping us be the best RV camping destination in Northern Michigan!

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    • Reservable
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    $30 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort
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    Camper-submitted photo from Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort

    3. Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort

    21 Reviews
    24 Photos
    87 Saves

    Big Rigs, RVs, Fifth Wheels, Pop-Up Trailers and Tents are welcomed to escape to Traverse City’s wooded retreat! With Cabin Rentals, wireless internet (please request this when making a reservation), spacious and shady sites, heated pool, a variety of activities, camp store and goodie shop, and clean bath houses, Timber Ridge has all of the bases covered.

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    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Indigo Bluffs RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indigo Bluffs RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indigo Bluffs RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indigo Bluffs RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indigo Bluffs RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Indigo Bluffs RV Park

    4. Indigo Bluffs RV Park

    22 Reviews
    168 Photos
    22 Saves

    Offering the accommodations you need for all the ways you camp; in a destination that delivers: Sleeping Bear Dunes, Lake Michigan beaches, miles of hiking/biking trails, Traverse City, and more. A place where food, art, and events are abundant in everyday life. Whether you’re looking for an enjoyable weekend, a family vacation, or planning your entire season, this is the place. Families have spent a century vacationing and building memories here; we created a place that allows you to do the same with your family and friends.

    Indigo was named after the shades of blue that dominate the surrounding landscape. Leelanau, the peninsula we are located on, is a Native American name meaning “Land of Delight”. That's all the inspiration we needed to create one of the country’s most distinctive outdoor lifestyle resorts.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse City KOA
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    5. Traverse City KOA

    8 Reviews
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    24 Saves
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
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    6. Orchard Beach State Park

    30 Reviews
    71 Photos
    177 Saves

    Michigan 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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    7. Betsie River Campsite

    17 Reviews
    22 Photos
    136 Saves

    Pop open your lawn chair and relax by the crackling fire. Most sites have room for 4 folks, a camper or tent, a boat, a dog or two and a few kiddos :D We have a tiny cafe, a small playground, a fish station, warm showers and bike/kayak rentals! Hop on the Betsie Valley trail for a 3 mile adventure to ice cream, beaches, shops...so much! We are not a big concrete pad RV park, we are a nice small family owned campsite. We try and keep it quiet and calm (but still fun!) If you are looking for the far North Electric Forest, this is not the place. What we are is a great base-camp for all your awesome Northern Michigan adventures!

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 - $85 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Coolwater on the Pine River Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Coolwater on the Pine River Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Coolwater on the Pine River Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Coolwater on the Pine River Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Coolwater on the Pine River Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Coolwater on the Pine River Campground

    8. Coolwater on the Pine River Campground

    9 Reviews
    21 Photos
    40 Saves
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    Camper-submitted photo from Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park

    9. Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park

    5 Reviews
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    25 Saves

    Michigan 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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    $27 - $90 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins
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    10. Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins

    7 Reviews
    14 Photos
    52 Saves

    We are a full service RV park and campground with accommodations to fit any taste or budget. We feature full hook-up and electric sites, wooded tent sites, and rustic family and group campsites. We also feature cabins, a bunkhouse and a 1966 Airstream Safari rental. We are located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest close to the Pine Rive, Manistee River, Tippy Dam, and the North Country & Big M Trailheads. We are a 25 minute drive from the historic towns of Cadillac & Manistee, and a 1 hour drive from Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Make Twin Oaks Campground your basecamp for adventure in Northern Michigan!

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    • Reservable
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    $11 - $90 / night

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Recent Cabin Reviews In Buckley

325 Reviews of 46 Buckley Campgrounds


  • Barry E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse City State Park
    Oct. 6, 2024

    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.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    Great nature - noisy neighbors

    Our site was great, easily fit a 17 foot trailer and a tent. Trails down to the water were appreciated by our kids. Neighbors are pretty close all around but that didn't matter until our last night. Several new campers rolled in at 10pm and proceeded to throw an absolute rager of a party until 4am - on Labor Day weekend. So overall a great campground but I wish there had been enforcement of quiet time or some kind of consequence for such horrible camping manners.

  • J B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    Great time

    The campsites are spacious and feature trails that lead directly to the Tippy Dam Backwater. There’s also convenient access for launching a boat on either the Manistee River or the backwaters side of the dam

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wild Cherry RV Resort
    Aug. 7, 2024

    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!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse City State Park
    Jun. 13, 2024

    Traverse City State Park

    Spots are small for travel trailers/RV’s.

    Well, the spots are very small and you have to park sideways. Nothing can beat the price of staying in Traverse City. If you have your own camper, the showers are nice. You’re right downtown and there’s a catwalk over the beach.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Higgins Lake State Park
    Jun. 13, 2024

    South Higgins Lake State Park

    Great campground but you cant reserve a spot

    Well, the campground is old. Everything works very well. The sites are decent size. They’re plenty of small playgrounds throughout the campground. The beach is amazing the views awesome however when it comes to booking, it’s impossible to get a spot somehow they’re already booked before they even allowed to be booked and it’s every good spot

  • Dj W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Old Log Resort and Campground
    May. 26, 2024

    Old Log Resort and Campground

    Clean, older, super friendly, with kyak rentals

    Excellent owners! Super friendly that work hard to keep the place really clean. Its been in business since 1941 I believe. 

    They have 20 sites. The ones by the river are where we stayed. (sites 4&5). They also have some little cabins. They also do kyak rentals, with drop off and you boat back to their own landing. Super convenient. 

    We stayed the weekend and fully enjoyed it. We stayed in site 5 and had the river as our front yard. Electric is provided at each site, and they do have a dump station.

    The ONLY downside I had, and I knew full well going into this and it didn't bother me, it is on M115, a fairly busy road. I know that might be a deal breaker for some, but was easily overlooked for the view we had, the kindness of the owners, and the cleanliness of the facilities and grounds. Most folks wont care, but some purists (Just know that I'm usually a boondock, REAL desolate camping kind of guy), wont like the traffic aspect. I didn't let it bother me.

    I give 5 stars because they cant do anything a bout the location, obviously, so I rated on our experience.  We had an excellent time, and will come back again.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from North Higgins Lake State Park
    Apr. 29, 2024

    North Higgins Lake State Park

    A little disappointed

    The campsites were nice and level and reasonably large. I chose a site near the bathrooms, which were quite annoyingly closed. The campground was located right next to a busy road. So, there was road noise through the night.

    I was happy I got to charge my batteries, though.

    I met a squirrel that was so spoiled by previous humans that when I accidentally dropped a bit of food on the ground, he ran right up, over my foot grabbed it and then ran about 10 feet away and ate it.

  • Bubba J.
    Camper-submitted photo from River Country Campground and Livery
    Mar. 21, 2024

    River Country Campground and Livery

    Unorganized campground

    So if you're looking for a place to relax and enjoy a nice atmosphere, and have friendly people that run the campground, don't camp here!! I've camped in this campground for 15 years. Until this past season trying to give the new owner the opportunity to make this campground awesome again but the owners are RUDE. They don't care how the campground is maintained from grass cutting(or lack of) to fire pits full to trash/litter on sites and moldy bathrooms, minimal operating toilets, power issues when hooking up to the outdated power system and to getting assigned a site that was not booked for due to over booking sites. Then there is the blatantly disrespect to the customer's who usually are supposed to be always right but the owner is straight out of New York which is loud and has rude comments about campers that they do not care for and they are not afraid of who hears it. I can go on and on about what the campground is and how campers who are there to relax and enjoy the atmosphere shouldn't have to worry about catching something from a bathroom visit. So just saying that this place is a campers beware!!

  • Alexandra M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse City State Park
    Oct. 16, 2023

    Traverse City State Park

    Convenient Location

    We were camping in mid-October. It was chilly out and raining, but the bathrooms there were still nice! It has a good location in Traverse City, but unfortunately the park isn’t connected to the bay. There is a walk over bridge, so you don’t have to cross the road! But the park is right next to a busy road and near an airport, so it was a little noisy. Inside the camper it wasn’t too noisy from cars though. If a person is looking to be in Traverse City to camp just be near the city then this would be a great place to be, but if you’re looking for quiet, nature, and easy access to swimming then it’s not my #1 choice.

  • Eric W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Leelanau state park
    Sep. 18, 2023

    Leelanau state park

    Chillin by the lake

    What an awesome campground.. not a bad spot here.. next time we come,we will not get one on the lake,the ones on the other side of the road.provide trees for hammocks and trees for emergency tarping situations.. great place

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort
    Sep. 5, 2023

    Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort

    Highly Rcommend

    We stayed here for the first time over Labor Day weekend. The campground great with a lot of amenities for young and old alike. We will definitely be going back, and would recommend this campground to anyone.

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Ludington East KOA
    Aug. 29, 2023

    Ludington East KOA

    Excellent Hospitality

    Stayed on pull through site, did require some leveling as driver side was considerably lower. Delivered firewood to your site. No TMobile cell service & limited TV reception. Dropped a set of keys and they mailed them back to me at no charge.

  • Neil S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Aug. 22, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Remote, beautiful, authentic!

    This cabin is a joy to stay in. Brennin, Jamie, and their dog Rue are gracious hosts. As OG locals to traverse City, brennin and Jamie are plugged into the goings on in the area, as well as a plethora of sweet spots to check out that aren't totally overcrowded with fudgies. The cabin is big, can easily fit a family, has electricity, and basically everything you need to have a good time. Easy to get to, you can drive right up to the cabin and load in. But also, you're straight up in the middle of the woods. One of my favorite places to stay for sure!

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Aug. 21, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Beautiful secluded cabin

    Stayed out here for an art retreat and loved it. Gorgeous property with a huge canopy of maple trees, lovely campfire spot and a cute cabin. Slept like a log.

  • Rick G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park

    Michigan’s Oldest State Park

    The park is beginning to look its age. Stayed 4 nights while visiting the Traverse City area. Crowded with families making use of the last couple weeks before schools return. Rained well one night and our grass less site turned nasty. Good Verizon signal and has water available at several stations around each camping loop. Great location, however, to visit Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from North Higgins Lake State Park
    Aug. 17, 2023

    North Higgins Lake State Park

    Beautiful Campground!

    Campground was beautiful and had many trails to walk & bike. We had a nice time walking down to the beach and walking the trails. Beach was very nice and had kayaks and paddle boards available to rent. Campground was pretty quiet at night (we did stay during the week though) & bathrooms were clean. The lake is amazing and would definitely go back!

  • Alma L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Higgins Lake State Park
    Aug. 17, 2023

    South Higgins Lake State Park

    Crowded but didn’t feel crowded

    First time there. Compared to other state parks in other states this was very packed with mainly RV’s. The lake is pretty but goes from waist high to bottomless blue with lots of boats speeding past. So expect to swim with eyes in the back of your head. Despite this, it had a chill and relaxing vibe. No bugs when we were there. Nice shop near the day use area with rentals. For what it was and the number of people, it’s nice. It’s not wilderness but it is rural.

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Aug. 11, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Amazing location, amazing host!

    Came up here for my anniversary getaway with my fiancé, booked for two nights and the second day had an emergency come up and had to leave! I let Jamie know and without asking or expecting, she refunded me and wished me luck with our situation. The cabin was cute and cozy, I slept like a baby, definitely going to come here again. Thank you so much Jamie!

  • a
    Camper-submitted photo from Leisuretime Campground
    Aug. 8, 2023

    Leisuretime Campground

    Terrific view of the lake

    This campground appears to occupied by many of the manager's family and friends.  His campsite has a water view.  Our site was right next to the manager.  Noisiest campsite in the park.  

    The manager was nice and accommodating.  However their site generated a lot of noise well past quiet hours.  Our site was level and had a terrific view of the lake.  After seeing the restrooms and showers we chose to use our trailer only.  Most sites were level and shaded.  Dirt pads.  Water and electric only.  Additional fee for dumping.  Fire wood was reasonably priced.

    We did not have internet nor cell service (Verizon/T-Mobile).  Few amenities

  • NThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort
    Aug. 1, 2023

    Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort

    Incredible Experience - Especially for Family & Kids

    We stayed here in our little offroad teardrop camper which looked like David & Goliath when contrasted against the massive 5th wheels surrounding us. This did not prevent us from enjoying the lake, the park, the pool, bike riding, fly fishing, etc. It felt like endless things to do, whereas in most campgrounds the trouble is finding something to do. You can easily argue that the owners treat this as a true resort and the cleanliness, and friendliness clearly shows. Would 100% go back and probably will next year.

    The Boardman river is only 10 minutes away and support incredible fly fishing.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
    Jul. 22, 2023

    Orchard Beach State Park

    Good stay!

    Our family and I stayed in campsite B at Orchard Beach, it is a new rustic campsite and it is on top of a hill. It was clean and spacious. The bathroom is a pretty distant walk so prepare for that. But the bathrooms and showers are clean. You will need some good tent stakes as the ground is hard clay. We would absolutely stay again.

  • Jamie S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Jul. 15, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Relaxing and beautiful

    We stayed in this cabin for an entire summer and it was dreamy, so happy to share with others now.

  • Hike O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
    Jul. 10, 2023

    Orchard Beach State Park

    Forget beach access, this is a great campground

    People are complaining that there is no beach access anymore at this campground. That's correct. Because of erosion you can no longer access the beach from the campground. But a short drive up the road leads to a wonderful local beach. A short drive south gets you into Manistee with a great river walk and restaurants and brew pubs. The best part about about this campground is the availability of sites because people no longer come because they can't waddle 100 yards and put their feet in the sand. The campground is quiet, clean, and right on the water with fabulous sunsets. If you love to camp, and aren't looking for a beach vacation, you will love this park!



Guide to Buckley

Camping near Buckley, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventurous getaway, there are plenty of campgrounds to explore.

What to do:

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate the cleanliness of the restrooms and showers. A reviewer at Traverse City State Park Campground noted, "The bathrooms there were still nice!"
  • Secluded Sites: Many enjoy the privacy offered at campgrounds like Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness. One camper remarked, "The campsites were big and beneath mature trees for max shade and privacy."
  • Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds often have a welcoming vibe. A visitor at Cedar Campground — Ludington State Park mentioned, "Folks were very friendly and helpful to us newbies."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Fisherman's Island State Park Campground, lack modern amenities. A camper warned, "It made loud noises all day and night," referring to the nearby concrete factory.
  • Reservations Recommended: Popular spots like D.H. Day Group Campground can fill up quickly. One visitor said, "Went at the end of August and lucked out to get one spot for a tent."
  • Wildlife: Be prepared for wildlife encounters. A camper at Lake Michigan Recreation Area noted, "Mice and mosquitoes can be a nuisance in the campsite."

Tips for camping with families:

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Some sites can be small. A reviewer at Traverse City State Park Campground noted, "The spots are very small and you have to park sideways."
  • Electric Hookups: If you need power, look for campgrounds with electric hookups like Platte River Campground. A camper mentioned, "Sites had good fire rings and picnic tables."
  • Be Prepared for Noise: Some campgrounds, like Lake Michigan Recreation Area, can be near busy roads. A visitor shared, "The park is right next to a busy road and near an airport, so it was a little noisy."

Camping near Buckley, Michigan, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

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    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Buckley, MI is Traverse City State Park with a 3.9-star rating from 49 reviews.

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