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Yankee Springs Recreation Area allows pets at both Deep Lake Rustic Campground and Gun Lake Campground, with sites suitable for tent and RV campers. Deep Lake features spacious, mostly shaded sites with fire rings and picnic tables, providing a rustic camping experience with vault toilets and water pumps available. Fort Custer Recreation Area, located approximately 25 miles southwest of Delton, also welcomes pets in its diverse accommodation options including tent sites, RV spots, cabins, and yurts. Most pet-friendly campgrounds in the area require dogs to be leashed at all times when outside vehicles or camping units. Campers particularly appreciate the generous spacing between sites at Deep Lake, making it easier to manage pets without disturbing neighbors.
The North Country Trail runs through Yankee Springs Recreation Area, offering extensive pet-friendly hiking opportunities with scenic lake views. Deep Lake provides a boat launch adjacent to the campground, perfect for fishing with your pet nearby. Many campsites throughout the recreation area feature level, grassy areas ideal for setting up pet bedding or tie-outs. During summer months, campers should be aware that firewood is not available directly at Deep Lake campground but can be purchased at local convenience stores approximately three miles away. The Gun Lake area provides additional water recreation opportunities for active dogs, though swimming is not permitted at Deep Lake itself. Sites near outhouses should be avoided when camping with pets due to persistent odors that may disturb sensitive animals.
"Love going there to ride the trails or walk my dogs the lakes are awesome great beach Great fishing awesome picnic areas nice boat launch. Most campsites are big with trees in between."
"Fort Custer is a hidden gem in Michigan. Nobody thinks to go camping near Battle Creek, but they really should reconsider!"
from $21 - $108 / night
Check Availability"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)."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"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 Availability"This is also a short drive away from tons of beautiful walking paths."
"Dog friendly! I've been coming here since I was a kid. I recommend you stay at this place."
from $33 - $100 / night
Check Availability"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 Availability"They have themed weekends filled with activities for both adults and children and have a pool, pizza and ice cream, jumping pillow, clubhouse, fishing, playground, dog park, and so much more!"
"There is a pond for cat and release fishing, and a great slip and slide for the kids on a hot day. Lots of room for biking, and the Christmas in July decorations have been a lot of fun."
from $50 - $70 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Nice county park with paved roads, campsites, and walking paths. Very dog friendly. Plenty of trees for natural setting and sound buffering. Quiet and peaceful overnight stay."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"The camping spots are in a park right off the main road, however they are tucked all the way around back offering surprisingly private camping."
"The campsites are located past the playground and shelter. Just keep driving down the road that looks like an alley. There is a wonderful place set up for just a few campers. "
from $5 - $10 / night
Check Availability"Nice big lake with access to multiple docks. They hosted a bbq and fireworks while we were there."
from $20 / night
Check Availability"Dog friendly, kid friendly, quite relaxing fun tim.. cant wait to go back"
"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!"
from $35 - $45 / night
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ScoutClean and nice little park with a cool "trading post" with nice merchandise, snacks and food. They have a dog park and trails on the property with a longer bike trail that runs alongside the campground. They had a band one night and an ice cream truck come through the next. Would recommend!
LegendHolland 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. Holland SP has two campgrounds – the Lake Macatawa Unit and the Beach Campground (which is where we stayed and the focus of this review). The Beach Campground is essentially a parking lot as the sites, patios and roads are paved with little grass among them. It is nestled between dunes which adds to the scenic value and blocks the strong winds coming off of Lake Michigan. The Lake Unit campground is much larger (211 campsites) than the Beach Campground and has more of a state park feel with trees, grass, and fire pits.
Site description:
The Beach Campground has 98 RV sites of which 31 are 50 amp full hook-up and two camper cabins. Some sites towards the northern section of the park have great views of Lake Michigan but be warned that strong winds can come off the lake and really shake your RV. When we were there in early May the winds were very strong with blowing sand which made us really glad we were not near the water.
Campsites are plenty wide to fit your RV with slide outs and car next to it without feeling cramped. Utilities are at the very back of the site so you may need an extension for your sewer hose. All sites were level. Every site has a picnic table. There are no fire pits at individual sites but community ones are located near the beach and you are permitted to use your own fire pit if you have one.
We were able to get nearly two dozen television stations with our antenna and had no problem locking into a satellite with our roof-mounted dish. Verizon phone and hotspot worked well.
So is this park big rig-friendly? In general, yes. Our site was certainly long (and wide) enough to fit our RV and the tow car next to it. However, we did have the back five feet overhanging the sand at the back of the site. This was no problem for us because our stabilizing jacks are in between our back tires. We were also there at a time when the park was fairly empty so backing in and pulling out was no problem. The sites are all set at an angle to the main road which makes backing easier.
Campground amenities:
By far the beach is the biggest draw to the campground. The wide beach lures sunbathers out in warm weather and is popular for a walk at sunset. There is a playground, picnic area, community fire pits, dump station, boat launch and concession stand. There is one restroom/shower house that was very clean but no laundry facilities.
What we liked:
We loved that fact that this campground was so close to water and the nice paved path for walking and hiking trails in the main part of the campground. Within 50 yards from our site we could be walking along Lake Macatawa or along the sandy shores of Lake Michigan. The beach is wide and expansive and is the place to be for awesome sunsets. When we were there the beach was not crowded because it was cold and windy but it would be a great place to enjoy a good book under an umbrella. Definitely liked the fact that this was a full hook-up state park with level sites.
What we didn’t like:
The park is essentially a parking lot with little grass and trees. What really surprised us was how many cars drove through the campground that were not staying there. There apparently are no restrictions on who drives through the park so many day-use visitors came by just for a look resulting in unnecessary traffic.
Be advised there is a “no alcohol” policy in the park and campground and you have to sign a piece of paper saying you will abide by that rule. The rule states that “Possessing or consuming alcohol is prohibited in all areas of the park throughout the entire year” even inside your RV.
In order to enter the state park you must have a Michigan Recreation Passport which costs $32 for an annual non-resident OR you have to pay $11/day to enter the park even if you are camped there.
Pet:
There are plenty of places to walk dogs here and access points to water if your dog likes to swim. Unfortunately, they are not allowed on the beach but there is a long walking path and within the main part of the park are miles of hiking trails and a nice overlook. This park does not have an unleashed dog park; however, there is one within five miles at the fairgrounds.
GuideI grew up coming here and they had expanded a lot on it in the last few years. You will never be bored and it is a true resort feeling, you will forget your camping! They have themed weekends filled with activities for both adults and children and have a pool, pizza and ice cream, jumping pillow, clubhouse, fishing, playground, dog park, and so much more!
ScoutThe staff is very friendly and helpful. There are activities for young and old and everyone in between. The showers are clean and spacious. They have campsites to meet everyone's desires. Pets are welcome here with two fenced dog runs and trails to keep the owners exercised. I love this place and have made it a regular stop.
Guide29 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!
ScoutThis is always my go to campground! All natural camping with plenty of nice people! One word of advise is to bring your own tp though lol they seem to always run out on Sunday mornings lol but are back up and running by mid afternoon. No showers and just outhouses but that's REAL camping right!!!? No power motor lake but there is another lake close by that is. We take the canoe with a trolling motor and hit that as well. Pet friendly. They have horse campsites and trails. Walking trails around the lake that offer nature at it's purest! I have been coming to this lake to camp for over 40 years and I hope I have 40 more years left!!!
ScoutPet friendly. Great camp store. Clean campground. Nice beach. Beautiful!!
TravelerThis campground is great, it's only 25 minutes from Grand Haven beach. The sites are well treed and flat! Lots of the activities within the park, they have a small petting zoo, sky pad, playground. Several cottages in the park as well. Well be back.
LegendVery nice family campground with a lot of things for kids to do. Fishing pond has a lot of bass. My son has caught one every time we’ve been here. Catch and release only. They also have a pool, jump pad, playground, climbing wall, mini golf and petting zoo. We stayed on their Halloween weekend and it was packed full of activities for the kids. Many people in the campground decorated their sites Halloween themed. Very cool. We will be back.
Fort Custer Recreation Area spans over 3,000 acres with diverse camping options approximately 25 miles southwest of Delton. The terrain features rolling hills formed by glacial activity with elevation ranging from 850-950 feet. Campgrounds near Delton typically open from April through October with seasonal closures affecting Deep Lake Rustic Campground, which is temporarily closed for the 2024 season.
Kayaking and fishing: Water access at Sharp Park Campground makes it easy to enjoy time on the lake. "This campground is right on the lake with a sandy beach area for swimming and also has canoe/kayaks/paddleboat to rent," notes Jessica in her review.
Mountain biking: Fort Custer offers extensive trail systems for riders of all skill levels. One camper shared their experience: "We camped and rode at Fort Custer. We've been here 2x before and this has now officially become a favorite. We loved our site as it's close to the trails for riding."
Hiking on varied terrain: Welcome Woods Family Campground provides access to natural trails. A recent visitor mentioned, "Had an amazing time! Friendly owners, great hiking trails, great lake access, and good prices in the convenience store at the front of the park as well."
Spacious, private sites: Deep Lake Rustic Campground offers well-separated camping spots. 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: Campers frequently mention the upkeep at campgrounds like Markin Glen County Park. A reviewer stated: "Great park. Well maintained. Very clean. Lots of bike trails, a beach area. Helpful staff!"
Pet exercise areas: Many campgrounds accommodate dogs with room to move. At Gun Lake Campground, a camper reported: "Found a good spot that has lots of room. Dog friendly! I've been coming here since I was a kid. I recommend you stay at this place."
Seasonal limitations: Some campgrounds have restricted access certain times of year. A visitor to Deep Lake noted: "Disappointed that it was not open year round but the trails are still open. There's a beautiful lake to fish and kayak. Tons of hiking trails!!"
Site selection matters: At Michawana Campground, careful site choice impacts experience. "We put our tent up on the hill tucked back up in the woods. Shade from the start!" reported one visitor.
Road noise varies: Some campgrounds experience traffic sounds while others remain quieter. At Brookside City Park, a camper mentioned: "Noise level is moderate to high - road noise & construction, and relatively loud water treatment."
Local services: Supplies may require driving. At Sharp Park Campground, owners "delivered firewood to our campsite!" While at Hidden Ridge RV Resort, a visitor noted "the closest gas station is 15 miles. Not really any fast food restaurants either."
Kid-friendly activities: Camp Michawana provides extensive recreation options. One visitor enthusiastically reported: "This campsite is perfect for children! 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."
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play equipment. At Welcome Woods, a camper mentioned, "This is a family campground and my kids loved the playground!"
Dog-friendly trails: For families with pets, several locations offer suitable hiking. One family at Fort Custer shared: "We hiked on a multi-use trail that the ranger suggested. The blue trail goes around a couple lakes and was wonderful."
Hookup details: At Fort Custer Recreation Area, utilities are limited. "Sites have electrical service only. Must use the dump station," advised one RVer.
Site spacing: Consider how close neighboring campers will be. At Hidden Ridge RV Resort, a visitor noted: "All sites are good size sites with a cement pad and very green grass."
Pull-through availability: Some parks offer easier access. At Markin Glen, a camper mentioned: "Some sites are pull-throughs. Tent camping is allowed, but most campers have RVs."
Off-season camping: Consider visiting during quieter periods. One camper at Fort Custer observed: "When we arrived on a Tuesday there were less than ten other RV's in the campground but it filled for the Columbus Day weekend."
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