Best Cabin Camping near Charlotte, MI

Cabins near Charlotte, Michigan range from rustic wooden structures to fully furnished vacation rentals. Fort Custer Recreation Area and Michawana Campground offer cabin accommodations with varying amenities, including electric hookups and access to shared bathrooms. A recent review noted, "The bathrooms and showers are huge and well taken care of." Most cabins provide basic furniture and sleeping platforms, though specifics vary by location. Waterloo Recreation Area and Pinckney Recreation Area feature cabins that provide shelter from Michigan's variable weather conditions while still offering an outdoor experience.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Some properties like Rockeys Campground operate seasonally (May to October), while others such as Waterloo Portage Lake and Bruin Lake Campground offer year-round cabin access. Pet policies differ by location, with most allowing pets but requiring leashes in common areas. According to one visitor at Michawana Campground, "This is a family campground and my kids loved the playground!" Advance reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for weekend stays during summer months when family-sized cabins book quickly.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely—some locations provide only outdoor fire rings with grills while others offer indoor kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. On-site camp stores at locations like Tyler Creek and Welcome Woods Family Campground stock basic provisions, firewood, and camping supplies. Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern offers cabins with more amenities than their rustic counterparts, providing electricity and better proximity to modern shower facilities. When booking, confirm the specific amenities included to ensure appropriate packing for the stay.

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Best Cabin Sites Near Charlotte, Michigan (41)

    1. Fort Custer Recreation Area

    43 Reviews
    Augusta, MI
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 731-4200

    "Another great camping experience, site 210 has an amazing trail that leads directly to the showers at one end and at the other path went directly to running water, plus only a couple of yards from a great"

    "This meant a longer walk to the restrooms and showers. On the other hand, we were right across from an access trail to the blue hiking trail. Each site has a picnic table and fire pit."

    2. Rockeys Campground

    1 Review
    Albion, MI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (517) 857-2200

    "Rockey’s is clean and have nice showers and bathrooms. They store us anything you would need - even worms. Rockey’s is on a chain of 5 lakes and has some of the best fishing!"

    3. Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    Ovid, MI
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 447-2757

    $25 - $101 / night

    "Many options to choose from in terms of camping, from rustic, tent to fully functional cabin lodging."

    "Walk-in site F was literally the perfect campsite."

    4. Welcome Woods Family Campground

    6 Reviews
    Hastings, MI
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 945-2803

    $35 - $45 / night

    "Close to home but feels “up north”. They offer both rustic and water and electric sites. This is a family campground and my kids loved the playground!"

    "Playgrounds, Lake, dump station, well stocked store, some shaded sites, clean bathrooms by the store, pit toilets throughout the campground."

    5. Michawana Campground

    6 Reviews
    Cloverdale, MI
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 623-3035

    $32 - $80 / night

    "Campground is clean and kept up and all sites have water and electrical. Not all have full hookups though so make sure you are booking full hookup if you need it."

    "We put our tent up on the hill tucked back up in the woods. Shade from the start!"

    6. Waterloo Portage Lake Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    12 Reviews
    Grass Lake, MI
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 475-8307

    "Picnic tables,fire ring, primitive tent sites available!"

    "Nice campground with lots of sites, after the weekend we had half the place to our selfs, nice big clean lake that also offers row boat rental."

    7. Tyler Creek

    8 Reviews
    Freeport, MI
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 868-6751

    $28 - $50 / night

    "Weekend golf cart rentals for 90 bucks which is a steal!"

    "Recently, I inherited a pop up camper and chose this place to be my first location to try it out. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Our site was nice with electric and water hookups."

    8. Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    19 Reviews
    Gregory, MI
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 426-4913

    $27 - $46 / night

    "This is a small rustic campground within the Pinckney Recreation Area."

    "The lake was very warm and the swimming area had a nice depth gradient to satisfy good and not-so-good swimmers. The water was clean and the texture of the lake floor was comfortable for wading."

    9. Bertha Brock County Park

    6 Reviews
    Ionia, MI
    32 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 522-7275

    $15 / night

    "Relatively close to town if you need to purchase food or other gear. Bugs (mosquitoes) can get pretty bad, bring lots of bug spray!"

    "Nestled right outside the city of ionia. To enter the park you cross a historic bridge. There is dispersed camping. Out house bathrooms."

    10. Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Chelsea, MI
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 475-8307

    "We stayed in the Southfork Rustic Cabin at the end of Feb and it was lovely much needed get away. The cabin was semi modern (solar lighting) but only a wood stove for heat."

    "This is a nice place to camp if you dont mind the bigger parks. There is electrical on each site and is mostly a place for campers and RVs. There are fire pits and picnic tables at each site."

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  • Kate K.
    Aug. 22, 2019

    Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    A Wonderful Winter Getaway

    We stayed in the Southfork Rustic Cabin at the end of Feb and it was lovely much needed get away. The cabin was semi modern (solar lighting) but only a wood stove for heat. Small kitchen unit with table for eating. You had to hike in about a quarter mile to get there, and it sleeps four people with two bunk beds. There is an outside vault toilet behind the cabin. Lots of trails connecting the cabin to the rest of the park. Cheap too! Only $68 per night.

  • Melissa M.
    Jul. 29, 2020

    Gateway Park Campground

    Kid friendly

    They have a lot for the kids here:

    Pool 3ft-5ft Air pillow Large playground ( very clean ) Half basketball court Sand Volleyball net Rec room (small amount of games) Crafts on weekends Corn hole boards -2 sets by pillow Horse shoe pits - 2 sets by pillow

    Store: ice cream- coffee options- candy- fire wood

    Boat and golf cart rental options

    Cement slabs with all the hook ups. Some lots have shade, mosts are not All spots have picnic tables and fire pits by the road

    Office girls are very friendly and helpful Everything was clean and well kept Pool area was not the best but in this heat all you need is water :)

  • Nathan V.
    Sep. 9, 2018

    Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground

    Beautiful Park

    Rangers working the area are very friendly. Many options to choose from in terms of camping, from rustic, tent to fully functional cabin lodging. The park is very large, so it is always good to have a vehicle able to drive to the trails and beach. Campsites are decent sized, can fit probably 3 four person tents per site, which includes a concrete firepit and picnic table. In the north campsites there is a lot of tree covering, and there are a lot of walnut trees that were shedding a lot this time of the year. Bathrooms are well spaced between the campsites you, and have showers along with some vending machines outside of them. Spigots are scattered throughout and are very accessible. Be sure to bring at least 100 feet of extension chord if you want electricity, because the power ports are not as accessible from some areas. Overall very pleasant campground.

  • debe K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 1, 2021

    Cold Brook County Park

    Nice little county park!

    29 campsites pretty close together with old growth trees interspersed around the campground. Fishing pier and boating, playground area, and beach. No longer has primitive camping. Some hiking trails...short. is next to a busy road, so traffic all night. Staff was great! Showers and bathrooms cleaned multiple times a day. Pet friendly. Would stay here again!

  • Wailym C.
    Sep. 9, 2024

    East Lake Camping

    Great Hospitality

    Nice and cozy little campground in the middle of beautiful rolling farmlands. First time passing through and found it conveniently located within 40 mins of Holland and Saugatuck without needing to get on the highway. The woman at check in was extremely courteous and helpful. We stayed 2 nights over the weekend. Most people here are seasonal, occupying almost all the lakefront sites. We may have seen one lakefront available for renters. Everyone was polite, friendly and quiet after quiet hours. The sites are very small, not much privacy, but well kept. There are more spacious sites available on the upper grassy loop. Well kept grounds throughout with beautiful flowers. The bathrooms were wonderful with great hot water and water pressure. Pretty lake with swimming beach and playground lovely for day use. We would stay again. We stayed with 34’ camper inner lakefront.  I did share a picture of waterfront sites, the one vacant spot is the only site available to rent right now.  The rest are seasonal.

  • Sarah B.
    Aug. 12, 2023

    Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground

    Absolutely great time!

    Walk-in site F was literally the perfect campsite. Fully secluded (except a few curious hikers who stopped in around lunchtime), easy 1 mile walk from parking lot, can kayak right up to it on the calm lake, hammock posts, picnic table, fire pit, gorgeous night sky views. A+ and 10/10

  • K
    Aug. 11, 2018

    Waffle Farm Campground

    Great campground. Clean. Great people. Stocked camp store. Entertainment.

    Pet friendly. Great camp store. Clean campground. Nice beach. Beautiful!!

  • Emma W.
    Jun. 16, 2019

    W. J. Hayes State Park Campground

    Great state park in the Irish Hills

    Hayes State Park is a great little spot in the Irish Hills. It rained the whole time we were there (boo!) but we tried to make the best of it. Our site was the perfect spot for two tents and a hammock, and I loved the fire pit and table being next to the driveway. There’s electric at every site, and a paved driveway for RVs. One thing is that the sites in the east loop, while a little more spaced out than the west loop, are still real close together. If there had been someone in the spot to our left, it would’ve felt really cramped. The ranger office was nice, clean, and had lots of information ready! Firewood and ice are available there as well for reasonable prices. The bathroom building was right in the center of our loop, and had warm showers that were great after a day of cold mist. They aren’t the cleanest, but with how many people were there it was well kept and stocked. This is obviously a campground geared towards families, with tons to do from the beach, to volleyball courts and horseshoes. The main attraction is of course Wamplers Lake, and you can rent kayaks, pedal boats and canoes to go explore around the lake. Overall, this is a great campsite if you are a family, or attending an event at MIS right down the road. If you enjoy more secluded campsites, this isn’t the spot for you.

  • Mike B.
    Sep. 5, 2018

    Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Great Family Campground

    This is a nice place to camp if you dont mind the bigger parks. There is electrical on each site and is mostly a place for campers and RVs. There are fire pits and picnic tables at each site. It is usually easy to get multiple sites next to each other with reservations.

    There is a decent sandy beach here with a playground and volleyball net. Also in the park are some small dirt trails for hiking and biking. There are enough loops here to go for walks as well.

    Most of the sites are in the sun, but there are a few sites with more shade and tree cover.


Guide to Charlotte

Cabin camping near Charlotte, Michigan offers a perfect blend of nature and comfort, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors without sacrificing the amenities of home.

Explore the Scenic Lakes and Outdoor Activities

  • Enjoy fishing and boating at Rockeys Campground, which is situated on a chain of five lakes, making it ideal for water enthusiasts.
  • Fort Custer Recreation Area provides access to extensive hiking and biking trails, perfect for those looking to explore the natural beauty of the area.
  • Experience the tranquility of Maple River Campground, where you can set up your cabin right by the river for a peaceful retreat.

Cabin Amenities for a Comfortable Stay

  • At Tyler Creek, cabins come equipped with electric hookups and water access, ensuring a comfortable stay amidst nature.
  • Michawana Campground offers spacious cabins with access to a clean lake, perfect for swimming and fishing.
  • Enjoy the family-friendly environment at Welcome Woods Family Campground, where cabins are well-maintained and provide easy access to playgrounds and recreational activities.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Charlotte, MI is Fort Custer Recreation Area with a 4.3-star rating from 43 reviews.

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