Kelly G.
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GuidePontiac Lake Recreation Area
Private camping
Very private sites. I was surprised at how well each site was hidden from the others. Restrooms can be a bit far from some sites. Nice little dog park by the beach too.
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Addison Oaks County Park campground welcomes pets throughout its tree-filled camping areas, with clean facilities and spacious sites for dogs and their owners. The park maintains several pet-friendly accommodation options including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabins where pets can stay with their families. Dogs must remain leashed at all times when outside vehicles, with a standard 6-foot leash rule enforced throughout the grounds. The sites in Loop D are heavily wooded, providing good separation between neighbors and ample shade for pets during summer months. Waste stations are positioned throughout the campground, and campers must clean up after their animals. Many visitors appreciate the large, well-maintained sites that give pets room to settle comfortably without disturbing neighboring campsites. The park prohibits leaving pets unattended at campsites.
The 2.5-mile trail around the lake provides excellent walking opportunities for dogs and their owners, with multiple access points from the campground loops. Dogs are permitted on all hiking paths but must remain leashed to protect wildlife and other visitors. The paved loop trail connects to more challenging dirt paths suitable for different activity levels, with many trails being wide enough for walking dogs comfortably alongside their owners. Deer are commonly spotted at dusk throughout the park, so keeping control of pets is essential. During summer months, early morning or evening walks are recommended to avoid hot trail surfaces that can damage paw pads. The surrounding Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area also welcomes pets, though sites there can become muddy after rain, potentially creating cleanup challenges for pet owners. Water is available at campsites with hookups, making it convenient to keep pets hydrated during warmer weather.
Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Dryden (65)
1. Addison Oaks County Park
"The beach is nice, a little small, but clean and fun (would be nice if your pets were allowed to swim also). The only real negative I have is that for each group site there is a single fire pit."
"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."
2. McGinnis Lake Campground — Holly Recreation Area
"Lots and lots of hiking available , pets allowed which is awesome, disc golfing , lakes for great kayaking and there is a wonderful beach! Something for everyone!"
"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."
from $27 - $30 / night
Check Availability3. Oakland County Addison Oaks
"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
"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)
"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
"I don’t believe the cabins are pet friendly though. It’s probably the only reason we haven’t been back. We’ll definitely go back when we have a camper."
"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."
from $28 - $48 / night
Check Availability7. Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area
"Overall it was a quiet, peaceful weekend in a great location. We will definitely be back!"
from $40 / night
Check Availability8. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area
"Nice little dog park by the beach too."
"Only drawback is the distance from the lake. The lake is not within walking distance, you would need to drive."
from $22 / night
Check Availability9. Bald Mountain Recreation Area
"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."
10. Water Tower Travel Trailer Park
"Walking path around pond, fishing dock. $28 site, No old beaters allowed. Old clean units welcome."
Drive Time
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- 1 hr 14 min from Ann Arbor, MI
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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Dryden, MI
472 Reviews of 65 Dryden Campgrounds
- Despina S.
TravelerOutdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort
Large campground. Over 700 sites and 70+ cabins. Open year-round.
Great opportunities for winter sports. Pools, lakes, mini golf. Designed for young families. Pet friendly but has restrictions on the type of dog.
- Doug M.
ScoutClear Water Campgrounds
Love, love, love this campground.
This is a quiet, friendly and family campground. The staff is very willing to help any way they can. The sites are level and spacious.
A great place for the kids! With a beach, playground and paved roads is nice but the frosting in this cake is the petting zoo. Animals from bunnies, peacocks & cats to horses, goats and of course Milton the burro, get it? Milton Burro, LOL
The store has stuff for the kids at very reasonable prices and the ice cream shop across the street is a nice walk after dinner. There's a light there for safe crossing, too.
Try this place, you'll add this to your good memories.
No credit or debit cards. Cash and checks only.
- LLisa D.
RangerClearwater Campground
Nice!
A fun little campground with a nice bunch of petting zoo type animals! The beach is clean and the lake is warm! Very nice layout with walking trail around the lake. The only complaint was not nearly enough trash cans around (like, none easy to find) and the bathrooms were nasty for our 2 day visit. Price per night for full hook up was $40 :-)
Tara T.RangerCamp Dearborn
HUGH MUNICIPAL CAMPGROUND
They offer campsites full hookups pet friendly
They offer electric only no pets they offer campsites no pets.
They have a tent only section.
They have a beach, tennis courts, children's playground,rustic cabins, they have a recreation field Kids Activities arts and crafts!!! They have 16 resort cabins, this place is HUGH
Bathrooms were dated and we arrived Monday after Labor Day so I can't judge them. They had a FULL HOUSE on Labor Day per the front gate. I was very impressed there was no garbage at campsites and picked up very well.
GREAT biking trails you can catch on premise and bike over to Kensington and to the charming town of Milford
- KKeith K.Traveler
Port Huron KOA
Commercialized
If you like this type of camping then this theme park camping is for you. It's right in town with sparse trees and very small sites. Make sure to mark the max allowed occupancy to be camping because, if you don't, you will be charged extra cash for your child to spend the day with you while spending money on their amenities. They do have a little amusement park right next door so that can help entertain the young ones for a while and we did appreciate the dog park. It's not a horrible place as we did enjoy ourselves the first visit there. The campsite we had was in the back, between 2 cabins, and that one was actually a decent size. The 2nd trip was a bummer as we were reprimanded for having my girlfriends daughter show up and have breakfast with us. Which, by the way, we bought from the and she shopped in their souvenir store and purchased items. We had to pay another $5 so we could spend that extra money at their campground. Other than that, enjoy.
- Mary O.Traveler
Bishop Lake Campground — Brighton Recreation Area
Fun with family and pets!
Nice lakes for swimming and can take your pet as well! Big playground and nice bathrooms
Noel L.GuideClearwater Campground
Nice private campground.
Level sites with full hookup. Catch and release fishing pond. Nice little swimming area. Nice playground. Cute little petting zoo. Stayed for a week at $320.
- Maggie M.Guide
McGinnis Lake Campground — Holly Recreation Area
Everything to do
Holly Rec is huge and there is so much you can do. Camping is pretty secluded. Lots and lots of hiking available , pets allowed which is awesome, disc golfing , lakes for great kayaking and there is a wonderful beach! Something for everyone! you can get away here , and take a much needed break from real life.
Guide to Dryden
Addison Oaks County Park offers several campground loops with varying terrain within a 30-minute drive from Dryden, Michigan. The Oakland County park system maintains this 1,140-acre recreational area at elevations ranging between 1,000-1,100 feet. Loop C features cement pads with water and electrical hookups, making it accessible for various camping setups throughout the late April to October camping season.
What to do
Disc golf course access: At Addison Oaks County Park, the 18-hole course provides recreation beyond hiking. "I enjoyed the trails, disc golf and overall wonderful Park staff! Extremely clean and well-kept," notes Joe S.
Lake activities and boating: Holly Recreation Area maintains multiple lakes with boat rentals available. "The lakes are nice and there are tone of options of things to do and places to explore. Ideal for families and people who like to camp but aren't into the 'rustic' part," explains Kate K.
Mountain biking trails: Pontiac Lake Recreation Area maintains extensive trail systems specifically designed for mountain bikes. "Extensive mountain biking trails and the lake is open to boating, kayaking, and other water sports. Park offers lots of private sites!" reports Mary H.
What campers like
Spacious camping areas: Oakland County Addison Oaks offers well-separated campsites in certain loops. "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," shares Richard T.
Paved trail system: The Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area provides accessible paved paths alongside more challenging options. "We camped here in our Coleman Lantern over Labor Day Weekend 2023. It was busy but everyone was respectful of one another," notes Mandy B.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Pontiac Lake Recreation Area offers chances to observe native wildlife. "Nice hike to the lake. Large sites and great biking area," reports Wendy K.
What you should know
Seasonal activities timing: At Groveland Oaks County Park, not all amenities operate year-round. "The campground has a large beach, boat rentals, bike paths plus a BMX area and several playgrounds. Most of the activities (IE beach and rentals) open Memorial Day," explains Carol W.
Site differences between loops: Different camping loops offer varying experiences at Holly Recreation Area. "Sites were spacious, we loved the national forest," mentions David S.
Weather considerations: Metamora-Hadley becomes muddy during rainy periods. "The park is extremely sandy so be prepared. Overall it was a quiet, peaceful weekend in a great location," states Mandy B.
Tips for camping with families
Weekend activities: Holly Recreation Area offers structured programming on weekends. "It was a Boo Fest weekend. Lots of socially distanced activities for the kids and a scavenger hunt (finding clues on signs in park to solve a mystery). There 26 miles of bike trails and hiking," shares Tim & Nancy C.
Playground options: Multiple play areas are available at Groveland Oaks County Park. "Great campground, so much to do, especially for families with smaller children," notes Anna H.
Beach and swimming access: KOA Campground Emmett maintains water recreation areas suitable for children. "Beach is big and clean. This is our favorite campground! On the smaller side but perfect for our small family. Playground for the kids, tons of activities on the weekend," explains Chelsea.
Tips from RVers
Hookup locations: At Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, electrical connections may require preparation. "If you are hoping to hook up to electrical, bring extension cords; some hook ups are exceptionally far away from the designated RV parking pad," advises Mary H.
Site selection for larger rigs: Groveland Oaks County Park accommodates large RVs but requires planning. "We travel in a 42 ft motorhome and suggest if you are traveling in a large rig, drive through the park to find an appropriate site," recommends Carol W.
Site privacy considerations: Pet friendly camping near Dryden offers varying degrees of seclusion. "This campground is my FAVORITE in Oakland County. The sites aren't super far away from each other but there are trees between sites so from most of the sites you can't really see your neighbors," explains Sarah P.
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