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Best Campgrounds near Byron Center, MI

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Byron Center, Michigan offers a mix of established campgrounds and RV-focused camping areas within a 30-minute drive of Grand Rapids. Woodchip Campground in Byron Center provides tent and RV camping options with full hookups, while Hungry Horse Campground in nearby Dorr features cabins and glamping opportunities alongside traditional camping sites. Several campgrounds in the area specifically cater to families, with amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds, and organized activities.

Most campgrounds in the Byron Center area operate seasonally from May through October, with limited year-round options. Steamboat Park Campground in Jenison remains open throughout the year, making it one of the few winter camping options in the region. Developed campgrounds typically offer full hookup sites for RVs, though availability can be limited during peak summer weekends. Several campgrounds require reservations, especially during holiday periods and summer months. Access to most sites is straightforward with paved or well-maintained gravel roads suitable for most vehicles. According to one visitor, "Year-round parks are so hard to find in Michigan. This one is awesome. Great spots in the trees and also back-in spots right on the river."

The Grand Rapids metro area features multiple mixed-use campgrounds accommodating various camping styles. Many campers highlight family-friendly amenities as a significant draw to the region's campgrounds. As noted in feedback on The Dyrt, "We have been camping here for 13 years. We love how kid and adult friendly it is and it's super clean!" Waterfront camping along rivers provides popular options, with sites at Steamboat Park Campground offering views of the Grand River. Public land camping is more limited near Byron Center, with most options being privately operated campgrounds. For those seeking more rustic experiences, Yankee Springs Recreation Area's campgrounds lie approximately 30 miles south of Byron Center, offering less developed camping in a more natural setting.

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Best Camping Sites Near Byron Center, Michigan (143)

    1. Woodchip Campground

    8 Reviews
    Byron Center, MI
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 878-9050

    "Sites are small and it’s tight maneuvering around but that’s standard. Loved the activities, staff was super friendly, bathrooms and pool were taken care off."

    "We love this as an easy getaway close to home. I wouldn’t call it a beautiful campground... but it is clean, and has a ton to do for kids!"

    2. Hungry Horse Campground

    7 Reviews
    Wayland, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 681-9836

    "Cute little campground in a small town in Dorr, Michigan. Lots of activities, swimming, wagon rides, jump pad, and more. Facilities were fairly clean and easily accessible."

    "Multiple playgrounds, toddler pool and regular pool, jump pad, and lots of room to run around."

    3. Steamboat Park Campground

    8 Reviews
    Jenison, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 457-4837

    $45 - $85 / night

    "Year round parks are so hard to find in Michigan. This one is awesome. Great spots in the trees and also back in spots right on the river."

    "This is a quirky little campground tucked away along a large river. It's not large, but half of the sites are directly on a wide fast moving river.  Occasionally a paddleboat goes buy with tourists. "

    4. Deep Lake Rustic Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area - TEMPORARILY CLOSED IN 2024

    25 Reviews
    Cloverdale, MI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 795-9081

    "First time in central Michigan and it was absolutely beautiful. The campground has a great location and lots of mountain bike and hiking trails."

    "This is a campground in Yankee Spring Recreational Area in Mid-Michigan. This is a nice rustic campground near the NCT(North Country Trail)."

    5. Beach Campground — Holland State Park

    40 Reviews
    Macatawa, MI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 399-9390

    "Holland State Park is popular for its expansive sandy beach along Lake Michigan and Lake Macatawa where swimming, sun bathing, fishing, and boating are popular activities. "

    "The Lake Macatawa campground is across the street from a small beach on the Macatawa Lake. This is a wooded campground. The sites are pretty tight as is usual for a Michigan State Park."

    6. Hidden Ridge RV Resort, A Sun RV Resort

    10 Reviews
    Wayland, MI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 672-9196

    $50 - $70 / night

    "Spacing was generous between locations. We had a drive-in(forward) location(#10) overlooking the small lake. There was some interstate noise but it was more of a steady hum and not an issue at all."

    "And the only trash bin we could find was at the entrance of the grounds (which was quite a distance from 241 our site)."

    7. Gun Lake Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area

    13 Reviews
    Middleville, MI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 795-9081

    "This is also a short drive away from tons of beautiful walking paths."

    "You can walk the trail to the state park beach and store. Bathrooms are clean."

    8. Dutch Treat Camping & Recreation

    8 Reviews
    Zeeland, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 772-4303

    $48 - $52 / night

    "Campsites are easy to get into with plenty of room to get situated. Close to town and fairly short drive to Lake Michigan."

    "Searching for a 1 night space on the michigan lake we had to look more around and find this wonderful campground. Just 10 minutes away to downtown Holland and only 20 minutes away of the beach."

    9. TriPonds Family Camp Resort

    11 Reviews
    Allegan, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 673-4740

    "The roads around the campground are paved and great for bike riding, skateboarding, scooters, or just taking a walk. They deliver firewood to your site, which is a plus."

    "Not so big that you couldn’t walk it on a little family hike. Has a pool and a little beach area. Stopped here on our road trip last year and plan to stop there again in June.."

    10. Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA

    13 Reviews
    Allendale, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 895-6601

    "We did venture out to a brewery 5-10 mins away in Allendale and Grand Haven is about 20-25 minutes away if you want to cruise out to Lake Michigan. The pool was clean and we had a lot on the pond."

    "Very easy drive to the lighthouse, too!"

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  • G
    Sep. 24, 2025

    Beach Campground — Holland State Park

    Entry policy needs revising

    Got to campground at 13:00, checked to see if my reserved site was vacant (it was vacant) then went to check in. Attendant told couldn’t check in until 15:00. Had to park in marina parking lot.  Went back to check in and there was a line out to the street (safety issue).  It then took us 1/2 hr to check in then had to wait another 1/2hr in line for water. Got to site at 16:15.  Something has to change. Was told this was a Holland State Park decision because other state parks don’t do this.  Horrible, horrible policy

  • v
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Markin Glen County Park

    Clean and near bike trails

    Great park. Well maintained. Very clean. Lots of bike trails, a beach area. Helpful staff!

  • Joel K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 8, 2025

    Fort Custer Recreation Area

    MTB camp and bike (again)

    We camped and rode (again) at Fort Custer.  We've been here 2x before (once in a cabin and once in tents) and this has now officially become a favorite. 

    We loved our site (so don't book this one) as it's close to the trails for riding.  The campground was almost to capacity, but still some open sites.

    All in all this was a great trip, and we even visited Belle's brewery on our way home.

  • Holly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground

    Beautiful and well taken care of!

    The campground was full on my visit, but that did not affect the atmosphere. It was quiet and sites are large and well spaced out. The staff did a great job keeping things clean and well stocked. My site was right next to the beach access, and it was fantastic!

  • W
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Hoffmaster State Park Campground

    We will keep coming back

    We stayed Sunday, and Monday night of Labor Day weekend for the second time this year. This place is clean! The only negative of this place is that the water is not as clear compared to a little north & south. I think it has something to do with the grand river being so close. The walk down & back to the beach is pretty strenuous if you are not used to the dunes & a hill. If you are elderly or not in shape you might go to the beach at an easier access point. Bathrooms & showers are always very clean. They have a campground host that offers free coffee in the mornings & tools you can barrow for your campsite. This is a great place for families. Well spaced sites. No alcohol allowed and pretty quiet after 11pm just the occasional person is awake. We had the site with the creek behind us so we sat our tent up facing the creek. Monday morning there was a lot of people leaving so we did get woke up pretty early w/ a lot of noise of people leaving from Labor Day but Monday night we had empty sites all around us & it was very chill Tuesday morning. I was a little worried that the workers would say something to us bc we had not packed fully by 11 but we were able to finish our breakfast and pack up quickly without them saying anything to us.

  • M
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Crockery Creek RV Park

    Rude and unprofessional

    The little owners wife racially profiled my kids friends mom,  in front of the kids!!!!!!  Ha!  She tried accusing us of sneaking in their pool.  That's hilarious,  because we paid $3700.00 for a seasonal.  The pool is actually small and it was oily and full of hair.  Being off Apple Ave,  it's  loud and hard to relax.  My husband had a tragic workplace accident,  so we weren't able to get to the camper in a few weeks.  The owner called him multiple times at once,  being aggressive with his tone,  trying to get us to pull our camper so they can rent that spot out.  They must be desperate for money.  They should try reading up on the law.  Their website lies about their amenities,  they had no fish all season and their pond was disgusting.

  • Jessica D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Covert Park Beach & Campground

    Small, lakeside, chill

    This was our first time staying at Covert Park Beach + Campground. We stayed in site 52 with our 21 ft travel trailer. The site is a good size. Tree placement made it a little tricky to back into, but nothing crazy. We stayed Sunday to Saturday, so we got to see it at its bustling weekend peak and the quiet, cozy weekday vibe. Family friendly, dog friendly and kid friendly. Dogs aren't allowed on the beach, but there's a beach a few minutes down the road (Hagar Beach) where you can bring leashed dogs. Sunset views were beautiful. Bathrooms were very clean and showers nice and hot. The two guys who were running the check-in and campground operations were super cool- they were the perfect mix of attentive and laid back. No sewer on campsites but there's a dump station when you enter/exit. Ice and firewood are abundantly available and can be delivered to your site. We loved our stay here. Tree cover is generous, and it really preserves the camping feel. Weekend crowd was fun, friendly and lots of locals. Would definitely stay again!

  • James V.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Steamboat Park Campground

    Wonderful, well thought through campground.

    I have had a very enjoyable stay. The river location is quite nice and the grounds are very well cared for. The site(and all sites, as far as I can see) are quite level. The bathrooms are not just clean and well maintained, but the shower rooms also have a dedicated sink and toilet, which I much appreciate. The washer and dryers in the bathhouse are brand new and take credit cards. While it is near a regional airport, there is close to no air traffic and no commercial traffic I noticed. Overall, probably one of the top 5 campgrounds I have encountered, if the list was for being up to date, well thought out and well provisioned. Everything was top notch.

Guide to Byron Center

Camping near Byron Center, Michigan, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With beautiful parks and campgrounds nearby, you can enjoy nature while making lasting memories with family and friends.

What to do:

  • Hiking and Biking: Explore the trails at Hoffmaster State Park Campground. "Miles of trails if you are into hiking," says a long-time visitor. The park is perfect for both hiking and biking enthusiasts.
  • Beach Access: Spend a day at the beach! Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground offers stunning views and easy access to the water. One camper noted, "Beautiful campground right on Lake Michigan. Clean facilities. Beach access."
  • Fishing and Water Sports: Head to Fort Custer Recreation Area for fishing and kayaking. A visitor shared, "Great dunes covered in dune grass, beautiful water next to the pier where we can go fishing."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. At Van Buren State Park Campground, one reviewer mentioned, "Camp is clean and quiet. Bathrooms and showers are clean."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds, like Grand Haven State Park Campground, are great for families. A camper said, "This place is always booked pretty quick so be sure to reserve your place sooner rather than later!"
  • Secluded Sites: Campers enjoy the privacy offered at places like Newaygo State Park Campground. One visitor noted, "Nicely designed campground with privacy between sites."

What you should know:

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can get noisy, especially during peak season. A camper at Van Buren State Park Campground mentioned, "There were children screaming and running around everywhere."
  • Tight Campsites: Many campgrounds have close quarters. At Grand Haven State Park Campground, a visitor remarked, "The sites are VERY tight."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Lake Michigan Campground, lack certain amenities like showers. A reviewer said, "There’s one restroom/shower house for the whole campground."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Plan for Activities: Choose campgrounds with plenty of activities for kids. Covert Park Beach & Campground has a playground and beach access. One parent shared, "Our kids enjoyed the playground and we made use of the grills by the picnic shelter."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks on hand can keep everyone happy. A camper at Fort Custer Recreation Area mentioned, "Firewood was easily accessible on site."
  • Bring Games: Keep the kids entertained with outdoor games. A visitor at Hoffmaster State Park Campground noted, "Great tree-covered sites. Bathrooms nice."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campsite. A camper at Newaygo State Park Campground said, "Most sites are large and separated from the next."
  • Be Prepared for Bugs: Some areas can be buggy, so bring repellent. A visitor at Fort Custer Recreation Area warned, "It was EXTREMELY buggy."
  • Use Online Reservations: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, so reserve your spot ahead of time. A camper at Lake Michigan Campground advised, "This is a tough park to get into in the warm months."

Camping near Byron Center, Michigan, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for family fun or a peaceful getaway.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the closest campgrounds to Byron Center for weekend getaways?

For weekend getaways from Byron Center, consider Dutch Treat Camping & Recreation, a family-run campground offering both full hookups and rustic camping options. It features fishing, a swimming pool, and a gagaball pit that kids love. Another excellent option is Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA in Allendale, approximately 20 minutes away. For those willing to drive a bit further (30-45 minutes), the Holland area offers beach access via Lake Macatawa Campground, which provides walking paths to Lake Michigan and is close to downtown Holland.

Are there any extended stay camping options available in Byron Center, Michigan?

Extended stay camping near Byron Center is available at Hidden Ridge RV Resort in Hopkins, which offers longer-term accommodations with full hookups and big-rig friendly sites. For those seeking a more rustic extended stay experience, TriPonds Family Camp Resort near Allegan provides seasonal options with boat access. Many nearby campgrounds adjust their policies for longer stays during the off-season (typically fall through spring), offering weekly and monthly rates. Contact campgrounds directly for specific extended stay policies, as availability and rates vary seasonally.

Where are the campgrounds located in Byron Center, MI?

While Byron Center itself doesn't have campgrounds within its immediate boundaries, nearby options include Hungry Horse Campground in Dorr (about 10 miles south) and Steamboat Park Campground in Jenison (approximately 8 miles west). These locations provide convenient camping access for Byron Center residents and visitors. Both offer water hookups and restroom facilities, with Hungry Horse featuring both drive-in and walk-in access options. Byron Center's central location in Kent County makes it a good starting point for exploring numerous camping options within a short driving distance.

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