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Mitchell State Park Campground's pet-friendly sites accommodate tent, RV, and cabin campers between Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell. The campground features clean bathrooms, spacious sites with shade trees, and fire pits at each location. Pets must be leashed throughout the campground, with designated pet walking areas available. Camp Cadillac offers similar pet accommodations with full hookup options and a unique petting zoo that children enjoy while pets remain welcome throughout the grounds. ["The campground is the cleanest many visitors have experienced, with freshly washed picnic tables and lush green grass."] Cadillac Woods Campground provides additional pet-friendly campsite options with electric hookups, water access, and well-maintained sites that accommodate various camping styles including glamping.
The region's trail systems provide excellent opportunities for exercising pets, with the TART Trail accessible from some campgrounds offering 10.5 miles of pet-friendly pathways. Northern Exposure Campground features multiple access points for pets to enjoy water activities along the Manistee River. Most campgrounds enforce strict leash policies and provide waste disposal stations to maintain cleanliness. Campers report that bathrooms are typically cleaned three times daily at county parks, making longer stays comfortable for families with pets. Seasonal considerations include higher pet traffic during summer months when campgrounds reach capacity, particularly during July events. The Traverse City area offers additional pet-friendly beaches and trails within a short drive, though some beach areas restrict pet access during peak season.
"Another Great Michigan State Park. This State Park is located in Cadillac MI. I love it It is located between 2 lakes, Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell. "
"Love taking the boat and enjoying both lakes with the kiddos. Careful of Lake Cadillac and the rocks in the water."
from $45 - $120 / night
Check Availability"This campground is a small gem close to Cadillac, MI. The owners are friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Showers were hot and bathrooms were clean."
"We were driving by a different cabin place and they recommended Cadillac woods to us.We called them and they had a last minute cancellation on a Saturday!"
"Great little campground just on the outskirts of Cadillac. Great rates especially for full hookups."
"Pool and petting zoo for the kids. Small store with ice, few necessities and ice cream. Pond in the back on the small river for fishing. Quite a few seasonal campers."
from $38 - $999 / night
Check Availability"The campsite next to us was empty except for a pontoon boat and a float that were parked there."
"We asked to be away from the lake because of our young kids but the lake lots looked beautiful. We will be back."
from $30 - $45 / night
Check Availability"The 8 mile hiking loop follows the river and intersects with some off road trails."
"It's a lovely, quiet, private, in-the-middle-of-nowhere-in-the-middle-of-Michigan place on the beautiful Pine River. We listened to it burble past us all night long and it was heavenly."
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability"The sites themselves are small, ours had massive roots that made walking and setting up outside a challenge. We saw a couple of people actually moving their campers to different sites."
"Very kind operators when we were in a pickle with an RV we rented and was very flexible with our situation. Clean areas and convenient to Manton area."
"Long Lake Wexford was a great little spot. The first come - first serve sites are large an spacious. Some are tree covered and more forested while others are open, grassy and lakeside."
"The campground had a boat launch and provides easy close access to ORV trails."
"Absolutely gorgeous surroundings. Great hiking. One family had over 70 pumpkins carved and set up a trail. Impressive night walk. New owners. Like 8 days. Very accommodating."
"A few trails to walk around the property, and not far to Manistee (bakery downtown is the best in the state). Will definitely be coming back here."
ScoutNice little spot. There are lots of places to camp around each of the lakes. There is a bathroom near the first lake. Have to park in the parking lot and walk down. The first spot is about 0.5 mile down the path. Very secluded
TravelerStayed in the non electric sites. Short paved driveways were nice, but if not in a tent your just in a driveway. Bathrooms were super nice, and bear proof trash and mixed recycling outside. Private outside entry showers, and a camp sink room in the shower house. Lots of trails thru out the camp to get to the shower house.
ScoutVery rustic and remote. Bring wood or a saw there are tons of down trees but not a whole lot of places to get wood. For pit toilets they where clean and well kept. If your in need of help it comes within 45 mins (bring solar chargers) out of the way enough to not have a good cell signal (what we where looking for) but enough signal to call for help...we killed our car battery charging phones.. must check out if your into remote areas
ScoutGreat campsite. Nice spot with solid fire ring. There was also connection so we could watch football
TravelerWe came later Friday in October and every spot was occupied. It is very beautiful though. There is some places it says no camping. If you can't camp there it would be a nice place to find a secluded spot and hammock all day. Camp sites are not close to each other at all.
TravelerFirst come first serve lots. Big spaces. Loops 1-3 were open in October. Nice trails all around, lake was very pretty. Can't complain for $20 a night. Outhouses were stinky but that's expected. You pay by putting cash in an envelope near the entrance and putting a tag on the site of dates you'll be there.
GuideYa got sunny and more private sites. Little lake and trails. Quick exit onto pavement between Traverse City and the dunes.
ScoutStayed overnight and left early morning. Two other sites that I saw were occupied. I felt safe, it was beautiful and peaceful.
GuideNumerous spots along Green rd. Nice walking trails. Minimal traffic.
Mitchell State Park Campground spans the narrow stretch of land between Lake Cadillac and Lake Mitchell, with most sites within 300 feet of water access. The park features 221 modern campsites with electric service on relatively level ground at 1,290 feet elevation. Northern Michigan's weather patterns create distinct camping seasons, with summer highs averaging 75-85°F while spring and fall bring cooler temperatures and fewer crowds.
Fishing opportunities: Mitchell State Park Campground connects two prime fishing lakes. "Great park right in town. Love taking the boat and enjoying both lakes with the kiddos. Careful of Lake Cadillac and the rocks in the water," notes Edmund P., highlighting the perch and walleye fishing potential.
Canal exploration: The canal linking Lake Mitchell and Lake Cadillac offers paddlers and anglers a unique water passage. Mary T. explains, "I love that you can access both lakes by the Canal. They have so much to do there. When we were there one year we had cardboard boat races."
Walking trails: Several campgrounds connect to extensive trail networks. "You can walk to a few fast food and regular restaurants. In fact there is a walking trail right there and you can walk downtown Cadillac and enjoy their great waterfront also," shares a Mitchell State Park camper.
River activities: Northern Exposure Campground provides direct Manistee River access. "Great sites right on the water! The campground offers clean facilities, general store, rentals for the lake, and camp events like movie night. With sites right on the water remember to bring your kayak!" advises Dalton B.
Riverfront camping: Silver Creek State Forest Campground offers prime river spots. "The best part is how close you are to the Pine River. Nice bridges to cast a line and access to an EXCELLENT hike," says Bill W., who recommends the Lincoln Bridge trail loop.
Space between sites: Many campers appreciate roomier campsites at certain locations. "The sites are big and with a lot of trees. Again only electricity but with the great bathrooms that really is enough. I like that the sites are big and have shade also have a ton of things for the kids to do," notes Mary T. about Mitchell State Park.
Renovated facilities: Campgrounds with updated bathrooms receive consistently higher ratings. Bret J. mentions that Cadillac Woods Campground has "new owners here and they're making improvements! Bathrooms are redone and in great shape and clean. The sites are small, but yet nice."
Family activities: Camp Cadillac offers unique amenities that campers appreciate. "Great little campground just on the outskirts of Cadillac. Great rates especially for full hookups... they had a petting zoo (goats) and a store with a little game room in it," explains Macy M.
Site selection matters: Campsite quality varies significantly within each campground. Kelly G. advises about Mitchell State Park: "We usually get really decent sites when we go to Cadillac (there are a few really nice ones) but there are some there that are just a ridiculous size. That was ours this time."
Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience road noise or crowds during peak times. "Stopped here for a night…very crowded and loud with the road. Not very relaxing but good for a quick stop through," reports Erin B. about Mitchell State Park.
Seasonal fluctuations: Most campgrounds near Cadillac operate seasonally, typically April through October. Coolwater on the Pine River notes "The weekends seem to be a little heavy on the partying. The weekdays are super quiet. Definitely a vibe here for everyone."
Water access variations: Lake Billings RV Park offers swimming options, with one camper noting: "They have a very nice swimming/play area for small children. Great WiFi connection."
Kid-friendly amenities: Coolwater on the Pine River caters to family groups. One camper shared, "We have been staying here since 2010 and usually book a larger lot with a big group. We try to make annual trips on the pine river and this has been our place to stay each time."
First-time camping spot: Northern Exposure Campground works well for camping beginners. Anne G. explains, "Great site for first time campers or when you want to just get away quickly without having to take lots of equipment and supplies. Nice little camp store and pizza restaurant on site. Great playground, evening activities."
Swimming options: Lakes and rivers offer various swimming experiences. "I hate camping, but this campground I'll go to. Water and electric hook up at all the sites, cabins available, their own little lake and boat launch, there's Kid's EVERYWHERE! It's absolutely perfect for the entire camping spectrum," reports Danielle S. about Northern Exposure.
Site privacy considerations: For families wanting more seclusion, Beth G. recommends Northern Exposure: "We asked to be away from the lake because of our young kids but the lake lots looked beautiful. We will be back."
Pull-through availability: RVers appreciate accessible sites at Cadillac Woods. Curtis S. notes, "The pull through sites were great for the two 28' fifth wheels and 30 ft bumper pull in our group. There are a lot of trees but the new owners have worked hard to make sure the sites are cleared enough to park in."
Navigation challenges: Tree placement affects RV parking at some campgrounds. At Camp Cadillac, Macy M. explains, "We originally had a site next to the pool, but quickly realized our TT would not fit due to the trees. The front desk quickly changed our site and we were good to go."
Utility options: Full hookup availability varies by campground. Steve L. observed at Camp Cadillac: "Large sights, very easy to navigate!! Cabins look very well maintained, pool and play area for kids. Trails for walks with the dogs out away from the camp."
Mitchell State Park Campground stands out as one of the more pet friendly camping options near Cadillac, Michigan, though several other nearby campgrounds also welcome pets with proper leashing.
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