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Best Tent Sites Near Dexter, MI (15)

    Camper-submitted photo from Appleton Lake Campground
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    1. Appleton Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
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    38 Saves

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

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    Camper-submitted photo from Island Lake Recreation Area
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    2. Island Lake Recreation Area

    4 Reviews
    8 Photos
    79 Saves

    Island Lake Recreation Area is a 4,000-acre park in Livingston County that offers an "up north" experience without leaving southeast Michigan. The terrain is a mixture of open brush land to mature hardwood forest, with some pockets of open meadows mixed in. Island Lake is the only balloon port in the state park system. Balloons usually take off in the early morning or late evening, depending on the wind and weather.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    3. Crooked Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
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    Pinckney Recreation Area is a paradise for backpackers, mountain bikers, anglers and other recreation enthusiasts. Pinckney is known for its extensive trail system and chain of excellent fishing lakes. Over forty miles of multi-use trail with remote campsites afford a backcountry experience. Pinckney is also a short drive from the Gerald E. Eddy Discovery Center in Waterloo Recreation Area.

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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    $20 - $28 / night

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    4. PINCKNEY RAILS-TO-TRAIL CAMPGROUND

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    Pinckney 'Rails-to-Trails' Campground is located adjacent to the Mike Levine Lakelands Trail State Park in beautiful Pinckney, Michigan and in the heart of the Pinckney Recreation Area. We are also located adjacent to the World-Famous Hell Survivors Paintball & Airsoft Playfield.

    If you are planning on playing at Hell Survivors or biking/walking the Lakeland Trail, there is no closer accommodations for camping out. We offer 62 Campsites, 18 RV Sites and Group Camping for up to 10 sites. All the sites are Rustic (no power or hookups). Perfect for Special Events & Outings or Parties!

    We also have Parking and Event Space available for you Special Event.

    Come Camp with us and Play Paintball, Hike or Bike the 'Lakeland Trail' or just Relax.

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    $30 - $50 / night

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      5. Wheel Inn Campground

      1 Review
      8 Saves
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      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Agawam
      Camper-submitted photo from Camp Agawam
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      6. Camp Agawam

      2 Reviews
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      52 Saves

      Camp Agawam is located in the heart of Orion Township, Michigan. The camp was previously owned and operated by the Boy Scouts of America, until 2014 at which point Orion Township took ownership. Camp Agawam offers a wide variety of opportunities for all ages. With roughly 140 acres, numerous campsites, rental facilities, walking trails, a chapel, and beautiful Tommy's Lake, this is truly a picturesque park in the middle of suburban life.

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      $20 - $30 / night

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            10. Wiregrass Lake Metropark

            3 Reviews
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            26 Saves
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            $25 / night

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          Recent Tent Reviews In Dexter

          491 Reviews of 15 Dexter Campgrounds


          • Wendy F.
            Camper-submitted photo from Lake Hudson State Recreation Area
            Oct. 14, 2024

            Lake Hudson State Recreation Area

            Spacious sites

            What an absolute gem of a state park. Almost every site is private, with a few exceptions. Nice trails, well built picnic tables, and huge fire pits. Overall a fantastic experience.

          • Christina M.
            Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Hills Family Campground
            Oct. 13, 2024

            Walnut Hills Family Campground

            I’d give 0 if I could

            This campground used to be all about family and friends.  Camping friends that became family.  40+ years camping there, generation after generation.  So many wonderful people.  But the new owner has changed that camping experience for a lot of people.  Seasonals and reoccurring weekenders.  In fact over the last 2 years he has lost over 40+ seasonal families.  Many who have been there 10,20 even 30yrs.  He has done some much needed improvements but for what he is trying to charge people it’s ridiculous.  Believe all the bad reviews.  And the good reviews, well he pays for those by offering discounts for good reviews or free Wibit passes. The so called lake that he advertises is a nasty little pond that I’m sure is swimming with ecoli .  , the Wibit is small and priced outrageously at more than $35 on most days and is riddled with holes and barely filled with air in most days. Which also makes it dangerous.  The store does not have much to offer and what they do have is priced ridiculous.  There is one bathhouse and a couple nasty outhouses.  The owner also lies so much and thinks everyone else are fools.  He doesn’t live in MI so you won’t ever see him either.  Spend your money somewhere else.  For what he is charging it is not worth it.

          • Adrienne N.
            Camper-submitted photo from Way Back In Campground
            Oct. 12, 2024

            Way Back In Campground

            Do not recommend

            We camped at Way Back campground llc in Michigan for three seasons, initially building strong friendships with the owners and their grandchildren. Our kids would eagerly await our weekly arrivals during the summers, often chatting and playing video games during the off-season. The campground initially offered family-friendly activities like hayrides and crafts.. these dwindled to events that included only our children and the owners' grandchildren, often overshadowed by drunken behavior unsuitable for kids. By the second season, that sense of community soured when the owners' friends/family began uninvited weekend parties on our campsite. Groups would show up, using our firewood and partying late into the night while our kids struggled to sleep, often leaving only after we became assertive and telling them to leave so we could go to bed. This disregard for our family's needs, compounded by other unsettling issues made it clearly evident that Way Back is not a family friendly campground. Our campsite being littered with debris from a previous burned, condemned camper on our lot, promises of cleanup that went unfulfilled for 3 seasons. Obscene drunken adult behaviors in front of children that went unaddressed, only created a growing sense of disappointment. We also faced safety concerns, such as homeless individuals using drugs and living in the campgrounds. Convicted sexual offenders and known drug addicts in the park. Hostile fighting and commotion usually provoked by and instigated by the owners. A lingering presence of inappropriate adults around children at the park. Despite our initial rapport and giving the owners multiple chances to make improvements, issues only escalated, leading us to strongly advise against this campground. (Photos from last day. The glass and Debris has been collected like that every weekend for the last 3 years)

          • Mano P.
            Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park
            Sep. 28, 2024

            Sterling State Park

            Travel Trailers

            This park will accommodate any size travel trailer? Fifth wheel camper of any kind, the pull throughs are huge. The park is enormous with lots of fishing activities. Great water, the only downfall is there's no shade. Showers and restrooms are updated and always clean.

          • Mano P.
            Camper-submitted photo from W. J. Hayes State Park
            Sep. 28, 2024

            W. J. Hayes State Park

            Travel Trailers

            If your longer than 40ft be aware most sites will not work for you here, they do have some but the wood line, privacy and nature is great. Lots of activities for the family by camp staff. Water sports and lots of trails

          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center
            Sep. 23, 2024

            Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center

            Super friendly staff

            I only stayed one night. I am a tent camper and where I was, it was only me in a fenced in area. I was right next to a cow field. The cows did not moo all night and there was no foul order. I needed no amenities so I can't vouch for that

          • Estella D.
            Camper-submitted photo from Auburn Hills-Holly KOA
            Sep. 15, 2024

            Auburn Hills-Holly KOA

            Such a disappointment

            We paid 500.00 for 5 days. At first our sights were so unleveled that we had to go In And request a site change. Looked to rent the bikes as pictured, NOPE they were toddle trikes.. very deceiving! First day kids were in the pool, looked a little dirty. 2nd day , 90 degree weather the

            Pool was green! We spoke with staff and they said they were working on it. They were putting little bags of shock in.. REALLY!  The pool ended up closing stating it was related to the weather!!! Rain 3 days prior! No refund offered, site dirty, grass not mowed, dirty unkept campers in the campground, no trash pick up! NEVER EVER AGAIN! Took a ride to other nearby sites… cost less, clean, offered more activities for kid.

          • J
            Camper-submitted photo from Holly Recreation Area
            Sep. 15, 2024

            Holly Recreation Area

            One of my favorite campsites!

            Been using this campground for at least 12 years. Bathrooms are always fairly clean and there is plenty of shade. Nice ponds to view as well.

          • D
            Camper-submitted photo from Holly Recreation Area
            Aug. 26, 2024

            Holly Recreation Area

            Nice but wouldn't recommend 93

            It's a very nice campground with lots of trees and the sites are spaced out nicely in the Trillium loop. I've wouldn't pick site 93 however as the pavement is sloped and the whole site is sloped quite steeple. Also, it shares an electrical box with 95 and my camper cord was about 30 ft short.

          • D G.
            Camper-submitted photo from Holly Recreation Area
            Aug. 12, 2024

            Holly Recreation Area

            Far Away But Close To Home

            A short trip from home, this was a great weekend getaway! The camp site was spacious but tucked back in a bit (we tent camped on an RV site). The campground was quiet as well.

            We did a 7 mile loop hike and then went to Battle Alley Brewing in Holly (10 min away).

            No grate on the firepit so be aware of that.

            Would definitely come back - it’s like being up north but you’re under an hour from home.

          • Gary G.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park
            Aug. 7, 2024

            Sterling State Park

            Nothing seems enforced here

            Stayed 5 days. Had a FHU site, of which there's a lot here. That all worked fine. Almost no trees here. None of the usual painted lines on the pavement to indicate your site boundaries, which sucks. You have to guess, and hope your neighbor doesn't spread out.

            Nothing seems enforced here, and I mean nothing. Rarely saw anyone patrolling the park, never saw any staff checking sites before the next camper came in. My site had dog droppings and cigarette butts in the firepit. Neighbors had FOUR vehicles on site, two more than the rules. Witnessed endless speeding and people going the wrong way on the roads. Without exaggerating, 80% of the cars were going too fast, 75% going the wrong way. No one seems to care or enforces anything. I think the supervisor here should be fired or retrained. I camp in 4 to 8 MI state parks per summer, this is the only one where it felt like no one cares.

            They need some "wrong way" signs and "speed limit 10" signs. (15 is too high, cause 15 means 20 to people, 10 means 15... ). Then they need to care.

            At least the bathrooms were clean.

            You can get TV from Detroit or Toledo, and T-Mobile service was ok.

            Groceries and many dining options not far off.

            We're 50/50 on staying here ever again.

          • N
            Camper-submitted photo from Holly Recreation Area
            Jul. 31, 2024

            Holly Recreation Area

            Love this place!

            I love to come here when I want a quick get away from home because it is only 30min away.

            The campsites are big,secluded, wooded, and clean. The people in the check in stand are nice, friendly, and helpful as well.

            I do wish there was more public bathrooms, it’s a long walk or a quick drive to the only flushable toilets in the campground.

            Raccoons run this place! Don’t leave any food or garbage out ever or you will be robbed by a gang of raccoons who are not afraid of people.

          • Ronald B.
            Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
            Jul. 29, 2024

            Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

            Great Campground

            Great out of the way campground. It was nice and quiet. Bathrooms were clean and well kept. The gentleman that checked us in moved things around so we could all be together not on different sites well away frome each other. Would definitely go there again.

          • Rachel P.
            Camper-submitted photo from Sleepy Hollow State Park
            Jul. 15, 2024

            Sleepy Hollow State Park

            Decent

            We just got done with a 3 night stay at Sleepy Hallow. The campsite itself was great, nice a roomy while also being wooded. The bugs were pretty intense, but bug spray helped. They are working on the natural gas pipeline nearby, so there was lots of construction noise. Verizon service was basically non existent other than at the beach. The dog beach was small and full of algae.

          • Miranda J.
            Camper-submitted photo from W. J. Hayes State Park
            Jul. 15, 2024

            W. J. Hayes State Park

            Hayes State Park

            We stayed in a tent on site 32, this was a very nice campground, peaceful, with trails and ample shade. Campsites were decently sized, fire pits were big, $5 per bundle of dry wood, showers were private with hot water, and there were activities and a beach/playground for kids. Checkin/out was simple, and coffee/hot coco was provided by the campsite each morning. Will be returning to this campsite again. I suggest sites 93-96 for more private/shaded sites.

          • Wendy F.
            Camper-submitted photo from Hideaway RV Park
            Jul. 15, 2024

            Hideaway RV Park

            Great 1st camping experience

            This was our 1st ever camping trip and it was a delight. Pull thru spot, super easy to get to, full hookup. Spots had plenty of room, some had grass others had concrete. Quiet, very chill RV park, small beach on a pond for fishing playground for kids and plenty of room for our small dog. Linda (owner) was amazing, very helpful and easy to use venmo for payment and for firewood use. Overall a great experience , would definitely visit again. Plenty to do around town, lakes everywhere just have to choose which one to go to.

          • Kimberly W.
            Camper-submitted photo from Hide Away Park Campground
            Jul. 14, 2024

            Hide Away Park Campground

            THANK YOU FOR REVIEWING

            Thank you to EVERYONE who takes time to REVIEW! ….WHEW!! This year seems every place is FULL or Closed for repairs or High polluted numbers. many are struggling finding someplace to go, and People do READ REVIEWS, and this “ OLD HAG”

            Really needs a class in “ consumer relations “ I have been in retail for 30 plus years and THE CUSTOMER IS ALWAYS RIGHT, there is NO. “ what did you do to deserve to be treated THAT way? GOOD LUCK finding a NEW JOB when you don’t have one because THIS joint gets shut down do ton Bankruptcy….. hahahaha… you may think you’re smart NOW, but when you get served a dose of you’re OWN medicine out in the REAL WORLD.. well, I’d  give anything to see that…

            Making people’s lives miserable who just want to have a good time? How fucking miserable are YOU?

          • Gary G.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Bruin Lake - Pinckney SRA
            Jul. 12, 2024

            Bruin Lake - Pinckney SRA

            Great staff, good hosts, not bad

            Camped here thru the 4th of July weekend. The staff kept noise and other stupidity tamped down. They say quiet time is all the time, and I love that.

            Typical MI state park, sites are electric (30a and/or 50a) only.

            No real beach, but there is a swimming area. Picked up Detroit TV stations easily, good for the rainy mornings we had.

            With T-Mobile, Internet service was practically non-existent. Phone calls & texts worked. The camper across from us said it was the same for Verizon.

            One section is mostly paved & ADA sites, the "upper" section is grassy and/or dirt. Both restroom/shower buildings were fine, I just wish they had posted times when they'll be closed for cleaning.

            All in all, we'd have no problem returning here.

          • C
            Camper-submitted photo from Hide Away Park Campground
            Jul. 8, 2024

            Hide Away Park Campground

            Never come here!!

            First off I can’t even give it a zero star!!! But was going here for 5 years and definitely will be the Last!! Seems office has new rules now you can’t roll your 12 by 15 carpet mats out NOMORE but a 3 by 5 mat!! Who wants that little shit if you have furbabies coming in and out of your camper? Just a lot more dirt on your inside space!!Abssolety NO SERVICE!! You gotta stand in one spot just to hold a conversation on you phone!! No WiFi to check your Home ring camera!! No WiFi even if you try and USE YOUR OWN HOT SPOT!! So not even a fire stick 😩Most off lady in the office very unprofessional!! Ask her for a discount and she got the nerve to say I DONT GOT TIME FIR THIS!!! Excuse me miss grouchy, costumers are always to be satisfied!!! You got time to take our $$$$ at least have a POSITIVE ADDITUDE !!!! This probably why your campground was so EMPTY This year but best luck to you in the future!!! NEVER AGAIN!!

          • Kyla T.
            Camper-submitted photo from Twin Pines Campground & Canoe Livery
            Jun. 27, 2024

            Twin Pines Campground & Canoe Livery

            Quaint, pretty, and fun!

            I visited this campground last summer! It was a smaller campground, but very woodsy (just how I like it)! They have kayak/canoeing, a playground area for the kids, and good site sizes. The only thing that wasn’t pleasant was the beach area (too small and muddy), and the fact that my boyfriend’s mother had to pull off leeches various different times after being in the water!

          • RThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Oakland County Addison Oaks
            Jun. 21, 2024

            Oakland County Addison Oaks

            Excellent camping

            This is the second time staying in these campgrounds in two weeks. Both times stayed in the more wilderness area D with lots of trees and sites for tents or back-in trailers. The grounds are huge with bike/hike trails, a lake and a disc golf course. Mountain biking seems to be very popular there are dirt trails off the paved hiking loop. Sites have electricity and water and are well spaced out.

          • RThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Groveland Oaks County Park
            Jun. 21, 2024

            Groveland Oaks County Park

            Tent camping at Groveland Oaks County Park

            This park and campgrounds are very manicured with tons of RV, trailer and tent sites. The lake has a small shallow swimming area and beach that gets very busy during the day but less traffic right before sunset. There are lots of family activities like mini golf, kids bike courses and playgrounds. It’s a very large open family camping area. The staff are very nice and very busy making sure the grounds are perfectly maintained. I camped in the area F on the outer perimeter just down way of the beach area. I had plenty of room for my tent, awning and to park my SUV. The was electrical and water (non potable) at the site. During the weekdays I only had a few neighbors further down in tents or travel trailers. On Thursday almost all sites filled up with travel trailers. A park employee told me they would be fully booked for the next two weeks. Very nice camping, quiet. Holly Oaks Offroad park is across the street and Holly Recreation area is adjacent. Lots of great towns nearby like Fenton.

          • Chef T.
            Camper-submitted photo from Auburn Hills-Holly KOA
            Jun. 15, 2024

            Auburn Hills-Holly KOA

            The Holly Campground in Holly, MI, Formerly KOA endorsed

            I rarely write reviews good or bad on any business ever, but this one is a BEWARE situation and I feel that fellow campers/RVer’s need to be aware of the campground!!!!

            It has been many years since we were last at this campground. I booked a sight online for a week, thankfully it was only a week! We arrived at the campground, setup our 5th wheel, attempted to set up the WiFi, only to find they have WiFi in the store but no WiFi was available for our site. I contacted the office, spoke with the owner, she said “I will send someone out there to check the “repeater” maybe something is wrong with it because we should have WiFi”, never sent anyone that we were aware of and never called me to confirm wether or not we had the WiFi working. I drove up to the store and this nice young man informed me that the further away from the store you will not get WiFi. I told him that I spoke with the owner yesterday and she said that she was sending someone out to check the repeater and we NEVER heard back from her. He proceeded to call the owner on his cell phone, of which I could hear her talking, he said bring your computer up to the store and login, then take it back to the campsite and you should be able to login”, so I went back to the campsite grabbed my ipad, then back to the store. I was able to login to the WiFi. Went back to our site, no WiFi. This is a problem for me, not having WiFi, not only for work purposes but also TV services. I called the store, same young man told me that you do not have WiFi, you will need to come up to the store for services. I said that was unexceptionable, we were told we would have WiFi, it is also advertised online and in your brochure. He said “I can’t help you, you do not have WiFi on your site”. I let it go until the next day. 

            The campground is NOT well kept. The grass/weeds was a foot long throughout the campground, it clearly had not been mowed in a few weeks. My husband took the dogs out on our site to go potty, he came back in only to find he had ticks on him and the dogs. Most likely because the grass hadn’t been mowed. After being lied to about the wifi and now the ticks, we decided that we would need to find another campground. We are 44’ long with an 8’ deck and being a Friday we knew we had some challenges ahead of us to find another campground, but we did, thank God!

            I drove up to the office and informed them of our displeasure and that we are checking out. I said we will pay for the 2 nights we have stayed here but we would like to be refunded the balance of what we prepaid (almost $400.00 dollars), and a refund for $20.00, $10.00 for each gate key we were charged. The young man called the owner on his cell phone, she said she will not refund the money. I said to the young man that was unexceptable, and I want my money back. He said he can’t refund our money. I told him I will get my money back one way or another, and that I will warn everyone about the “real” situation of this campground, his response was “ok, have a good day”, and I left. 

            If you are interested in staying at this campground, I highly suggest you take a ride and go see it for yourself. They are very expensive, overpriced for the campground conditions and amenities , and services that are stated online and in the brochure are not accurate! If you want to save yourself the headache, disappointment and loss of your hard earned money, STAY AWAY FROM THIS CAMPGROUND!!!

          • Kelsey S.
            Camper-submitted photo from Sterling State Park
            Jun. 15, 2024

            Sterling State Park

            Great spot!

            Wonderful views from site 117. We booked the last spot of the night. It was an easy pull through with water, electric, and sewer hookup. You are right across from some good walking trails and walking distance to the beach. Lots of electric scooters, dogs, and bikes around.

          • JThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Groveland Oaks County Park
            Jun. 13, 2024

            Groveland Oaks County Park

            Park is nice but open to the public…

            The spaces are nice and open. The playgrounds are new. There’s and arcade and beach. The downfall is that ots open to the public. This is our 4th year coming here and its now a common occurrence for stranger danger. If you’re an adult with no kids, you’ll have a great time!



          Guide to Dexter

          Camping near Dexter, Michigan, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

          What to do:

          • Biking and Hiking: Many campgrounds, like Maumee Bay State Park Campground, have extensive paved bike paths. One camper noted, "There are miles of paved bike paths throughout the campsite and a short ride to the lake."
          • Fishing and Swimming: At Harrison Lake State Park Campground, you can enjoy fishing and swimming. A visitor mentioned, "Lake life is where it’s at, plenty to do on/in the water!"
          • Wildlife Watching: Campgrounds like Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground are great for spotting wildlife. One reviewer said, "The park itself offered coffee & donuts every morning for a dollar. Very sweet!"

          What campers like:

          • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. A visitor at McGinnis Lake Modern Campground remarked, "The bathrooms were clean and the camp hosts were friendly."
          • Spacious Campsites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A camper at Bishop Lake Campground shared, "The campsites are big, secluded, wooded, and clean."
          • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Campgrounds like Groveland Oaks County Park are popular with families. One reviewer noted, "There’s lots for kids to do... always helpful and patrolled."

          What you should know:

          • Bug Awareness: Be prepared for bugs, especially during warmer months. A camper at Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground mentioned, "The bugs were pretty intense, but bug spray helped."
          • Limited Cell Service: Some campgrounds have spotty cell service. A visitor at Pinckney State Recreation Area noted, "With T-Mobile, Internet service was practically non-existent."
          • Reservations Recommended: Many campgrounds fill up quickly, especially on weekends. A camper at Harrison Lake State Park Campground said, "Almost all shaded spots taken when we arrived."

          Tips for camping with families:

          • Plan for Activities: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly amenities. A visitor at Groveland Oaks County Park mentioned, "There are lots of family activities like mini golf, kids bike courses, and playgrounds."
          • Choose Shady Spots: Opt for campsites that offer shade to keep kids cool. A camper at Harrison Lake State Park Campground noted, "The sites in the tent-only section were well sized and shady."
          • Bring Entertainment: Pack games or outdoor toys to keep kids engaged. One family at Bishop Lake Campground found, "There is so much to do. Wonderful amenities."

          Tips from RVers:

          • Check Site Conditions: Make sure to check the site conditions before booking. A camper at Holly Recreation Area advised, "Any site above 80ish is very hilly and may be difficult to level an RV."
          • Fill Up Before Heading In: Some campgrounds have dump stations far from the sites. A visitor at Sterling State Park Campground mentioned, "The dump station is at the first buildings. So fill up before you head down to the campground."
          • Watch for Wildlife: Be cautious of wildlife around your RV. A camper at Holly Recreation Area warned, "Raccoons run this place! Don’t leave any food or garbage out ever or you will be robbed by a gang of raccoons."

          Camping near Dexter, Michigan, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!

          Frequently Asked Questions

          • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Dexter, MI?

            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Dexter, MI is Appleton Lake Campground with a 3.8-star rating from 6 reviews.

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