Best Campgrounds near Dryden, MI

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Best Camping Sites Near Dryden, Michigan (69)

    1. Addison Oaks County Park

    13 Reviews
    Lakeville, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 858-1400

    "The park has a beautiful 2.5 mile trail around the lake that makes this campground great. We brought our own kayaks but they do rent boats. We saw deer and rabbit."

    "Cell phone tower is close by. We especially enjoy the intermediate level mountain bike trails. Showers are hot. Lots of deer to see at dusk."

    2. McGinnis Lake Modern Campground — Holly Recreation Area

    33 Reviews
    Ortonville, MI
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 634-8811

    $27 - $30 / night

    "Group area is away from the main area. Kayak lakes are nice. Excellent hike/bike trails. Park is located just down the road from the Holly Oaks Off road park."

    "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."

    3. Oakland County Addison Oaks

    4 Reviews
    Lakeville, MI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 693-2432

    "Addison Oaks is a campground that features hiking and mountain biking trails, campground, cabins, disc golf course, and a lake for boating."

    "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."

    4. KOA Campground Emmett

    7 Reviews
    Avoca, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 395-7042

    "The drive is short and there are plenty of amenities to keep the kiddos busy all day."

    "We will definitely come back when it is warm enough to swim in the lake!"

    5. D-bar-A Scout Ranch (Boy Scout Use Only)

    1 Review
    Metamora, MI
    7 miles
    Website

    "This is another great scout ing campground with cabins, rustic camping, tent sites, lakes, horses to ride, this is one HUGE camp ground for scouts to enjoy and learn.."

    6. Groveland Oaks County Park

    19 Reviews
    Holly, MI
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 634-9811

    $28 - $48 / night

    "This campground has a lake for swimming, water slide, arcade, boat rentals, mini golf, biking trails and fishing. Lots for kids to do... also skate park and 2 playgrounds."

    "Large campground with lots of trails and activities (although we camped in early May so many activities were not open)."

    7. Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Metamora, MI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 797-4439

    $40 / night

    "Overall it was a quiet, peaceful weekend in a great location. We will definitely be back!"

    8. Bald Mountain Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Lake Orion, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 693-6767

    "The trails are well maintained and well marked. There is also tons of clean, easy to access lakes within the park too. Perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding, or fishing."

    "Great trails and kids friendly."

    9. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

    18 Reviews
    White Lake, MI
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 666-1020

    $22 / night

    "Only drawback is the distance from the lake. The lake is not within walking distance, you would need to drive."

    "Beach is a 1.8 mile hike from the East loop in the campground but is well worth the walk."

    10. Water Tower Travel Trailer Park

    3 Reviews
    Lapeer, MI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 664-4296

    "Walking path around pond, fishing dock. $28 site, No old beaters allowed. Old clean units welcome."

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Recent Reviews near Dryden, MI

457 Reviews of 69 Dryden Campgrounds


  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Proud Lake Recreation Area

    Amazing

    You need to know that this place is so so clean! The grounds, the sites, the bathrooms and the showers are all impeccable. It is true we were there in the middle of the week, but I’ve stayed at plenty of places during the week where things have been less than desirable. Everyone was most pleasant and helpful and the view of the lake was beautiful. If the campground had been full we probably would not have been able to see the lake from our site.

  • Max
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Jellystone Park North Port Huron

    Very disappointing, bored kids in an expensive campground.

    The store staff and lifeguards were great! My disappointments:

    * 5:30 PM We were in our screened in porch when a golf car blaring rap music was cleaning out all the fire pits. Maintenance crew did not treat guests with respect.

    * Grounds teams were cleaning up sites, again loud work due to closing down.

    * Internet was completely down due to"an electrician accidentally cut the wires". They were not planning on fixing this for the season.

    * Slides were closed or not working (due to wind, though there was VERY little wind), even the lifeguards were hard pressed to give us that answer. It was obvious they did not want to run them the last week they were open.

    * Pool heater was broken and they were not going to fix it, it was too cold to swim. The pool stayed empty.

    * The mini gold course was torn up in several places. The ponds and water areas were not working. Entire course has been neglected. Golf clubs are beaten up.  My two 10 year old grandchildren were bored, we played board games.  I was so disappointed!

    The campground was closing the water sports, it was the last week open.  Earlier season may be better, though the gold course was real bad.

  • Kayla P.
    Aug. 17, 2025

    Forester Park Campground

    Such a loud place at night!

    This is such a nice park and we really do love it, however due to quiet time not being followed, we are going to find a new one next year. Two years in a row we have not been able to sleep more than a couple of hours. This year a large group next to us had flood lights shining on our tent until 3 in the morning both nights along with loud music. No one was available to enforce the quiet hours and the lack of sleep ruined our trip. We love everything else about this place and they keep it very clean.

  • Ethan R.
    Aug. 13, 2025

    McGinnis Lake Modern Campground — Holly Recreation Area

    In the woods

    Nice campground. Paved sites. Some are pretty secluded. Downside is that the campground and stuff to do, are far apart. Bring a bike or drive. Beach is nice. Has a water park on the lake.

  • Joe S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 9, 2025

    Port Huron KOA

    Lots of amenities

    Plenty of friendly staff. The site offers a lot of activities including pools, put put golf and play areas for the kids. The grounds are well kept. It’s very busy. Golf carts are a bit of a pain. Lots of private ones but also rentals and they’re everywhere. WiFi is slow but stable. You probably won’t be able to watch Netflix. AT&T service is terrible. Our friends have T-Mobile and it is very fast for them.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 26, 2025

    Camp Dearborn

    Great for all ages!

    Lots of beach area and water to fish or swim. Activities almost every night. Paddle boats, mini golf, golf, and more. Pull behind sites were easy to access. Staff are very helpful and responsive. There is a dump station on site.

  • tThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Oakland County Addison Oaks

    County Campground

    Nice park, family friendly, very clean and maintained. Bike and boat rental, children’s playground and activities. Hiking and biking trails. RC airport. When in this area this its the place to stay. If I lived in this area it would be a destination. Price is right!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 20, 2025

    Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

    Clean & convenient

    Had a nice stay here. The campground was full but quiet. The bathrooms and showers were nice and clean with hot water. Site 71 wasn’t the most private but still nice. The spots are all pretty private due to trees and vegetation. Nice fire pit. Water hookup and dump on site.


Guide to Dryden

Camping near Dryden, Michigan, offers a great mix of outdoor fun and relaxation. With several campgrounds nearby, you can find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Pinckney State Recreation Area. One camper mentioned, "The beach was a very nice place to spend the day. The lake was very warm and the swimming area had a nice depth gradient to satisfy good and not-so-good swimmers."
  • Fishing: Head to Algonac State Park Campground for some great fishing opportunities. A visitor shared, "I have not camped here but had a family member use the campground while visiting the area. They spoke very highly of it. They have a large camper and stayed for a few nights."
  • Disc Golf: If you enjoy disc golf, check out Proud Lake Recreation Area. One reviewer noted, "Stayed here for the DGLO Disc Golf tournament. Had a great time. Clean campground, and activities to do."

What campers like:

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Lakeport State Park Campground, may have fewer amenities. A visitor noted, "You get electric, period. Dump station available, potable water available there, as well as various spigots within the park."
  • Wildlife: Be cautious of raccoons at McGinnis Lake Modern Campground — Holly Recreation Area. One camper warned, "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."
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect busier crowds during weekends at places like Groveland Oaks County Park. A reviewer mentioned, "Gets crowded, especially during weekends."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Activities for Kids: Look for campgrounds with family-friendly activities, like Groveland Oaks County Park. One family shared, "There’s and arcade and beach. The downfall is that it’s open to the public."
  • Safety First: Keep an eye on your kids, especially in crowded areas. A camper at Lakeport State Park Campground mentioned, "If you're looking for a peaceful state park near the beach, this is NOT IT."
  • Plan for Bathrooms: Some campgrounds may have limited bathroom facilities. A visitor at Pinckney State Recreation Area noted, "The only downside was that there were only pit toilets."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Make sure to check the leveling of your site, especially at Algonac State Park Campground. One RVer mentioned, "Leveling would be more of the challenge."
  • Electric Hookups: Look for campgrounds with electric hookups, like Pontiac Lake Recreation Area. A camper noted, "Our Verizon WiFi coverage was good as was our TMobile."
  • Road Conditions: Be aware of road conditions at campgrounds like Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area. A visitor shared, "So many ruts that I was deeply concerned for the undercarriage of both my truck and camper."

Camping near Dryden, Michigan, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a fun family getaway.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular campground near Dryden, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Dryden, MI is Addison Oaks County Park with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.