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The Cloverdale area in southwestern Michigan features several established campgrounds within the Yankee Springs Recreation Area and surrounding regions. Deep Lake Rustic Campground, while temporarily closed in 2024, typically provides rustic tent camping with access to hiking trails and fishing opportunities. Nearby options include Gun Lake Campground and Michawana Campground, which offer a mix of tent, RV, and cabin accommodations. Most campgrounds in the region provide electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire pits, with several featuring waterfront access to lakes. The area predominantly supports developed campgrounds rather than dispersed camping, with amenities ranging from basic rustic sites to full-service RV parks.
Seasonal considerations significantly impact camping experiences in this region. "This is a nice rustic campground near the NCT (North Country Trail)," noted one visitor to Deep Lake. Most campgrounds in the Cloverdale area operate year-round, though some like Welcome Woods Family Campground and Hidden Ridge RV Resort have specific operating seasons, typically April through October. Many sites require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holidays. Water access points are prevalent throughout the region, with several campgrounds offering boat launches and fishing opportunities. Vault toilets are common at rustic sites, while more developed campgrounds provide shower facilities and full hookups for RVs.
Campers report varying experiences with site privacy and noise levels at campgrounds throughout the area. "Sites were sandy, but level. Overall quiet," mentioned one camper about Deep Lake, while another noted, "Unfortunately there is no privacy at all. I felt like I was camping with everyone else there!" Most mixed-use campgrounds in the region balance RV camping with tent sites, though some specifically cater to families and groups. Michawana Campground receives consistently positive reviews for family amenities, with one camper highlighting that "They have a lake/beach for swimming, kayaks, paddle boards, and canoes to use at the lake. They also have a massive slip 'n slide, zip lining, and a rock climbing wall." Wildlife viewing opportunities, fishing, and water recreation represent common highlights throughout the region's camping areas, with several campgrounds providing direct lake access.
Best Campgrounds near Cloverdale (142)
1. Deep Lake Rustic Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area
"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)."
2. Fort Custer Recreation Area
"Fort Custer is a hidden gem in Michigan. Nobody thinks to go camping near Battle Creek, but they really should reconsider!"
"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"
3. Gun Lake Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area
"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."
4. Sharp Park Campground
"Stayed at 113 on the small lake. Narrow spot but behind is a fire pit and small dock to drop in a canoe/kayak. Bathrooms and shower was spotless."
"property, recently renovated. ( one still finishing renovations as of 4/16/22) Beach area for swimming
Two playgrounds
Field for play, basketball net, volleyball court, and state park trailers near by"
from $34 - $115 / night
Check Availability5. Michawana Campground
"We put our tent up on the hill tucked back up in the woods. Shade from the start!"
"The lake nearby is clean and they have a swimming spot for kids and adults. Boats and kayaks are free to use if the lifeguard is on duty. There is also fishing rods to use for free."
from $32 - $80 / night
Check Availability6. Hidden Ridge RV Resort, A Sun RV Resort
"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)."
from $50 - $70 / night
Check Availability7. Welcome Woods Family Campground
"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!"
"Campsites are right next to each other."
from $35 - $45 / night
Check Availability8. Barry's Resort & Mobile Home Park
from $1600 / night
Check Availability9. Jones Lake Campground
"Nice big lake with access to multiple docks. They hosted a bbq and fireworks while we were there."
from $20 / night
Check Availability10. Whispering Waters Campground
Drive Time
- 29 min from Battle Creek, MI
- 33 min from Kalamazoo, MI
- 45 min from Grand Rapids, MI
- 58 min from Lansing, MI
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Deep Lake Rustic Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area
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Gun Lake Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area
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Barry's Resort & Mobile Home Park
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Welcome Woods Family Campground
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Hidden Ridge RV Resort, A Sun RV Resort
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Fort Custer Recreation Area
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Crooked Lake Campground and RV Park
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Outdoor Adventures Kalamazoo Resort
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Dumont Lake Campground
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Camp Turkeyville RV Resort
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Woodchip Campground
Recent Reviews near Cloverdale, MI
528 Reviews of 142 Cloverdale Campgrounds
Gary G.GuideOutdoor Adventures Kalamazoo Resort
Membership? No thanks
Roads are seem to be dirt/gravel here (but most is really just crumbling asphalt), so even though most vehicles respect the 5mph speed limit (which is nice), you can still expect some dust everywhere. Oh, and some golf carts often seem to think 5mph doesn't apply to them.
Kalamazoo Speedway is only 2.5 miles away, so if there's racing at night, you're going to hear it. It's not terrible, but...
Many golf carts here, some with thumping music or ooh-gah horns going by in the evening. While before official "quiet time", it's still really annoying at 9 or 10pm. Be nice if they adopted a "your noise/music should stay on your site" idea like other places. ESPECIALLY the loud, music-blasting golf carts.
Calling this a "resort" is kind of a stretch. The "lakes" (more like ponds) are in need of weed control. Sites along the main lake are often muddy, sinking campers into it. There's one playground there. A small beach, pool (was freezing on the Mem Day weekend), a mini-golf that needs some TLC and a somewhat pricey camp store. Not much different than your average, most basic KOA, except KOA doesn't require a $17K lifetime membership.
They say there's trails you can walk, but I didn't see a single sign or map indicating where these were. Pointless without that.
Stayed Memorial Day weekend. Roads could really, really use a grading or repaving. Lots of bumps, holes and dips. Makes it somewhat dangerous for evening bike rides. The idiots staying in site 158 with their kids singing (bad) karaoke was super annoying. Staffsecurity should have told them to turn it down no matter the time. (two nights, from about 8:30pm until 10:45pm.). I thought they had a rule about this? Their security car went by at least twice during this unwanted show, so why didn't they say something? I tried to call about it, but got no answer.
The mini golf is a nice touch... it'd just be nice to see it maintained a lot better. It's pretty rough.
This is a membership-only place. We had a promotional stay, but I have to say, I really didn't see enough value to want to buy in. Even if it was just a regular campground, we weren't all that impressed enough that we'd make a special trip just to stay here. I'd rate it as "ok", but there was no real "wow factor" here for us.
I have to say the woman they assigned to us for the tour and sales meeting was very nice, pleasant, and no annoying hard sell. But then they send in the closer, and there's where the flurries of offers and discounts start, but once you get the discounts, you lose other options that you'd probably want. Is Outdoor Adventures worth it? Not to us, sorry to say. We like to camp all over, not just at a handful of specific campgrounds under the Outdoor Adventures umbrella.
To Outdoor Adventures... you should really arrange it so campers can try out two or three of your campgrounds FIRST before trying to sell them. No way we'd join after only seeing/staying in one. Especially just Kalamazoo.
BTW, their rental cabins (especially the largest ones) were really nice. I'll give them that.
That's my honest review of the place as we found it.
Mike J.
TravelerSteamboat Park Campground
Great spot!
A hidden gem with a lot of history. A paddle wheel boat on the Grand river?! Nice and secluded yet close to town and easy access to the highway
- vvalerieTraveler
Lake Macatawa Campground — Holland State Park
Nice park. Lots are fairly spacious
Lots of great biking in the area. Beach is nearby. Hiking trails as well.
Derek J.TravelerBeach Campground — Holland State Park
Good clean and accessible
Campground is good clean and accessible. The sites are like diagonal parking spots. So we suggest you jump out real quick and oriente yourself with your spot before pulling in. There are spots with sewer and water for $60 and spots with just electric for $45 as of May 2026. Bathhouse and restrooms were clean and accessible with baby changing stations in both men's and women's bathrooms. You do have to check in at the first campground. So make sure to listen and follow directions to that campground first. The sign isn't huge, so keep your eyes peeled.
Gerard E.
RangerLake Macatawa Campground — Holland State Park
Summer of 24
8-24 thru 8-27-24
Check in, seamless, no line at 3:15pm on a Saturday. Water fill stations at the double dump station. Water is city water and not well water.
Site 46, just large enough for 21’ Apex Nano and truck. 30a and 20a electric. Protection read open circuit but no problem w power. Mostly dirt, flat except for the pine roots T-Mobile 5Gvc 3 bars Lots of pine trees and a fair amount of sun.
Restrooms and showers are new, individual shower rooms separate from the shitters.
A very small and tight campground. More of an urban setting. Close to the beach and town. Good trails for walking.
- DDaniel D.
ScoutDouble RR Ranch RV Resort
Plenty to do here
Kayak/canoe, tubing, horseback riding, golf. They have plenty do do here but they just seem to float along. This is not a camp ground that uplifts there game to make it better and be a rising star. No full hook up site other than seasonal. Campstore is very limited, but good for the kids. Alway enjoy staying here but just think they could be more. They do put on a good fireworks on July 4th
Adam and Suzanne B.GuideSteamboat Park Campground
Great in-town
Nice concrete pads and patios— FHU. Right on the Grand River. Close to Millennium Park and easy to get downtown. Best bathrooms—- clean, individual, large. Bathrooms cleaned 2x daily.
- MMichael B.Traveler
Markin Glen County Park
Quiet hiden find
We stumbled across this park and it’s now one of our favorites. It’s a county park. Very small, only about 50 sites. All have full hookups and concrete pads. There’s a fire ring and picnic table. This park is all transient travelers, no seasonal dwellers. So not a lot of golf carts everywhere. There are paved trails and a beach in the park. The Kalamazoo Nature Center is only a couple miles away for many more miles of beautiful trails. Downtown Kalamazoo is about 10 minutes if you need an urban fix. It is a bit off the main roads but still not hard to get to, even with a larger rig. No road noise. Bathrooms were dated but clean. No issues for us with cell service or Starlink. Sites are reasonably spaced. There are a few pull through but most are angled back in. Tree coverage varies by site. Pet friendly but have to be leashed of course. Overall quiet vibe. Granted we were there toward end of season so it will be busier in summer but we would recommend this gem to anyone
Guide to Cloverdale
Camping sites near Cloverdale, Michigan occupy the rolling hills of Barry County, where the average elevation ranges from 800-1000 feet. The region experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures typically reaching highs in the 80s and winter lows in the teens. Many campgrounds in the area are positioned near small inland lakes with sandy bottoms, providing opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and swimming without the crowded conditions of larger Michigan tourist destinations.
What to do
Hiking trails: The North Country Trail runs through the Deep Lake Rustic Campground area, offering miles of scenic hiking. "You are just a short drive away from Yankee Springs and Gun Lake with the huge beach, plus you are basically right on the NCT and have access to miles of hiking and biking trails," notes one visitor about Deep Lake.
Mountain biking: The trail system in the Fort Custer Recreation Area offers varied terrain for mountain biking enthusiasts. "Lots of trails for hiking, horses and mountain bikes. Roads quiet and could easily ride your road bike to nearby bike paths," shares one camper. Another mentions, "We camped and rode at Fort Custer. We've been here 2x before and this has now officially become a favorite."
Fishing: Many lakes in the area provide good fishing opportunities. At Sharp Park Campground, anglers can rent equipment if they didn't bring their own. "Sharp Park offers canoe, kayak, fishing boat, and paddleboat rentals as well as fishing pole rentals with night crawlers available for purchase in the store," according to one review.
What campers like
Lake access: Michawana Campground receives high marks for its lake amenities. "The lake nearby is clean and they have a swimming spot for kids and adults. Boats and kayaks are free to use if the lifeguard is on duty. There is also fishing rods to use for free," explains one visitor.
Privacy levels: Site privacy varies significantly between campgrounds. At Deep Lake, one camper noted, "If you want seclusion away from the parking lot atmosphere down the road at Yankee Springs this is your place. There is much more space at each campsite and lots of old growth trees."
Clean facilities: Sharp Park Campground stands out for its well-maintained amenities. "Clean, updated bathrooms with hot showers. The campground is right on the lake with a sandy beach area for swimming and also has canoe/kayaks/paddleboat to rent," reports one camper, while another notes, "Showers are hot, bathrooms immaculate, grounds clean and taken care of."
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds in the area require advance booking, particularly during summer months. At Hidden Ridge RV Resort, a popular destination, availability can be limited. "We camped at Hidden Ridge RV Resort in a Motorhome," said one visitor, who advised, "This is a very large RV park and spread out in different areas."
Seasonal operations: Many campgrounds operate on limited schedules. Welcome Woods Family Campground runs from May 1 to October 15, while Hidden Ridge RV Resort operates from April 1 to October 30, making advance planning essential during shoulder seasons.
Bathroom facilities: Bathroom quality varies significantly between campgrounds. Fort Custer Recreation Area campers report "a longer walk to the restrooms and showers" from certain sites. At other campgrounds like Welcome Woods, visitors note "the bathroom and showers are a pretty far walk so plan on driving or riding bikes. They do have outhouses closer to the sites, which were clean and did not smell."
Tips for camping with families
Water activities: Welcome Woods Family Campground provides multiple water recreation options. "They offer both rustic and water and electric sites. This is a family campground and my kids loved the playground! They also have a dock you can rent space and keep your boat in the lake," says one visitor.
Playground access: Many campgrounds feature dedicated play areas for children. At Sharp Park Campground, one camper highlighted "two playgrounds, a basketball hoop and gaga pit which our kids thoroughly enjoyed."
Special amenities: Michawana Campground offers unique activities beyond standard camping. "They have a massive slip 'n slide, zip lining, and a rock climbing wall. The bath houses are huge and well taken care of," explains one family who visited with children.
Tips from RVers
Site surfaces: At Gun Lake Campground, RV campers should be prepared for varied terrain. "Sites are setup somewhat close to each other but its not too terrible," notes one RVer, while another warns, "be careful what campsite you get though because flooding was a problem last time I was there. We got 2-4" of rain overnight."
Hookup availability: Electric-only hookups are common at many campgrounds in the area. Fort Custer State Park offers "sites with electrical service only. Must use the dump station," advises one RVer.
Road conditions: When navigating to some campgrounds, RVers report challenges with directions. At Deep Lake, one visitor shared, "Drove through this place and ended up not booking. Sites seem very small. Place seems run down- it really looks like a place for seasonal campers."
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Cloverdale, MI?
What camping is available near Cloverdale, MI?
According to TheDyrt.com, Cloverdale, MI offers a wide range of camping options, with 142 campgrounds and RV parks near Cloverdale, MI and 1 free dispersed camping spot.
Which is the most popular campground near Cloverdale, MI?
Which is the most popular campground near Cloverdale, MI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Cloverdale, MI is Deep Lake Rustic Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area with a 4.1-star rating from 25 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cloverdale, MI?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Cloverdale, MI?
According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Cloverdale, MI.
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