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  • Camper-submitted photo from Barnes County Park Campground
    September 14, 2024

    Barnes County Park Campground

    Beautiful Lake Access

    This Campground was very family-friendly. There is easy access to the beach with wide stairs. Many people enjoying rock collecting and watching the sunrise and sunset. The park was very clean and well kept with multiple bath houses.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Young State Park Campground
    September 14, 2024

    Young State Park Campground

    Unique Trails

    The campground was well maintained. The sites had adequate privacy and space. I really enjoyed the trails through Cedar Forest along Lake Charlevoix. More unique experience than just hiking through the woods.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Haakwood State Forest Campground
    September 1, 2024

    Haakwood State Forest Campground

    Rustic campground

    Stayed here Labor Day weekend. It was my first time staying at a State Forest campground; it has the basics like a hand pump for water, pit toilets and a dumpster. Site 12 had a spot for my hammock. Watch out for poison ivy. The only downside is that other campers don't know how to behave at night. They think karaoke and screaming at their domestic partner at 1:42 am is acceptable.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wilderness State Park Camping
    August 20, 2024

    Wilderness State Park Camping

    Nice park, very big park but…..

    Don’t try to arrive early and get in. They don’t allow early entry. Check in is 3 pm period. Not real friendly, not rude either. Give the trading post 5 stars super nice well stocked. Lots of fire wood bundles to choose from. Has snack propane bottles

  • Camper-submitted photo from Chain-O-Lakes Campground
    August 11, 2024

    Chain-O-Lakes Campground

    Will be back!

    Our time at this campground has been exceptional. The grounds are kept very clean and tidy, the camp store had what we needed, and the atmosphere is very quiet and calming. Everything on our full hookup site worked good and our site itself was level.

    Our weather wasn’t very good, 66 and rainy, but we made the best of our time by going downtown Bellaire and visiting Shorts Brewing. The little town has some cute shops and is only 8 minutes from the campground.

    We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to book again next year.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Wild Cherry RV Resort
    August 7, 2024

    Wild Cherry RV Resort

    Quiet and peaceful

    This was a great campground, quiet and peaceful in the cherry orchard area of west Michigan, near Glen Arbor and Traverse City.

    Our site, #20, had an improved gravel parking area for camper with a finished concrete pad with a picnic table.

    Site, and whole campground was clean and well maintained. Our site was a full hookup but had one small issue where the drain dump was slightly uphill from the camper, so we had to work with the drain hose to empty tanks.

    Only other negative is that there are no trees for the majority of sites for shade cover.

    This was a good spot for a two night stay as it’s close to the Sleeping Bear National Dunes and also many local wineries.

    Have fun!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground
    July 30, 2024

    Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

    Rustic

    Amazing rustic campground. First come first serve sites, a well with pump for water and clean vault toilets. Walk along the Ocqueoc River to the falls, walk the path through the campground or park at the site and take a short trip to the falls. Large and small sites, friendly staff.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Northwestern Michigan Fairgrounds
    July 29, 2024

    Northwestern Michigan Fairgrounds

    close to travese city and interlockin

    Quiet, large sites, like new bath house, 7th nite free, rate$35, good location for northwestern Michigan sites Water on all outside sites. interior sites share water hookups

  • Camper-submitted photo from Whiting County Park Campground
    July 27, 2024

    Whiting County Park Campground

    Awesome Campground

    First timers. Very pleased with our stay. Reservation system is awesome, and easy to follow. Bathhouse was clean and fresh smelling. Even with all the rain we had during the stay, the bathhouse never got overly soiled. Water has a very heavy sulphor smell, but that's the way it goes with Michigan well water. Our Tear drop camper had fresh water on-board, so we were good to go. We've stayed at Young State Park across the way. Given what I know now, Whiting Park will be our"go to" park in the future. Again, Very Pleased.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Cheboygan State Park Campground
    July 27, 2024

    Cheboygan State Park Campground

    Peaceful & plentiful

    Cheboygan State Park is a must do for all campers! This is a hidden gem. Many of the campsites walk out to Lake Huron and there’s a perfect breeze from the water to the campsite to keep all of the bugs away. Very peaceful and the campsites are very private and quiet. Happily surprised and will be back! Very dog friendly, great hiking trails, and the beach is very sandy!

  • Camper-submitted photo from Magnus Park Campground
    July 27, 2024

    Magnus Park Campground

    Magus Park Great location

    Great location, right on the lake and awesome views. Also very convenient to North country Trail to ride or run up and down the Lakeshore on a paved path! Very close to town to walk in and see the sites. Stayed by the water treatment plant and I wouldn’t recommend the West End as you could smell the treatments. Bathrooms were clean and convenient location. Spaces were extremely close together! Many people stayed for the whole summer. It seemed like.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp
    July 21, 2024

    Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp

    Quite, Spacious sites

    Most campgrounds we have been to had lots of road noise but not this one! We stayed for 2 nights/3days and this campground was quite.

    The vault toilets were well stocked with toilet paper, although one had a hornets nest inside and the other was extremely smelly.

    Access to the river was good and the sites were a decent size with privacy in between.

    We enjoyed walking some of the nearby trails

  • Camper-submitted photo from Hartwick Pines State Park Campground
    July 15, 2024

    Hartwick Pines State Park Campground

    Hartwick Pines State Park Campground

    Very nice and well maintained campground. Bath house facilities were very clean, and campsites were fairly spaced, giving decent privacy. There are some activities in the area related to the park. All in all a very nice State Park campground.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Mackinaw City / Mackinac Island KOA
    July 13, 2024

    Mackinaw City / Mackinac Island KOA

    Great park near Mackinac Island ferries

    Our site was $99.89 night.

    We were in Site# 98. We had Full hook- up with a gravel pull-through.
    We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep. The site was easy to level.

    Our site was not shaded with limited trees (many were shaded though). This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    This lot (a premium lot) comes with a concrete patio with a round table with four chairs, two Adirondack chairs and a fire pit and a charcoal box grill.

    It is an easy access to the campground from highway -(approximately 1 mile from highway).

    There is free WiFi. They offer Cable TV and there are many channels.

    There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.
    They sell wood for $7 a bundle.

    They pickup your garbage at your site daily.

    You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent regular bicycles and e-bikes. They do not provide golf cart rentals. There is really not a need to have a Golf cart because it is a smaller campground.

    They do have a Swimming pool. There is a Playground. They also offer Gaga ball,horseshoe, and corn hole. There is a Reading lending library and board games to borrow.

    They have a great general store. There is an electric car charging station. They sell propane.

    There is not a snack bar/restaurant on site.

    The streets are gravel so not great for riding bikes.

    There are great places to ride bikes outside of campground. From the campground, there is a nature trail that you can take your bike that leads you to the. North Western State Trail.

    They have cabins for rent and tent areas.

    They have one shower house. The shower house has individual showers. Toilets with sinks are in a shared bathroom. These are kept very clean.

    There is a laundry facility. It is a cash only facility. There are approximately 5 washers and 5 dryers. It is approximately $2.50 to wash and $1.50 to dry a load.

    They have a fenced in dog park.

    Bugs (mosquitoes/flies)did not seem to be an issue.

    There were trails to hike off of the campground.

    Some fun things to do outside of the campground are go to the beach (1 mile away); visit Mackinac Island (both major ferries will transport you for free - this KOA provides you information for Shepler’s Ferry). Both ferries offer packages that include horse drawn carriage rides, Fort Mackinac admission, Island Hotel Admission, Butterfly House admission, Mystery Town admission, and Parking options). There is a Jack Pine Lumberjack show.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Otsego Lake State Park Campground
    July 12, 2024

    Otsego Lake State Park Campground

    Nice surprise

    First time camping here. Site 72 had a nice view if the make. Very nice park. Bathrooms s d dhowers ckean for really need to be upgraded. They have a ni. ce dog beach bit no real wslking trails as it is only 64 acres. Very nice beach! Already booked our next trip there.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Young State Park Campground
    July 1, 2024

    Young State Park Campground

    Favorite state park

    I love this state park. It is located right on beautiful lake charlevoix. The campground doesn't have any road noise. The beach is long and sandy and there are lots of hiking and biking trails.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Otsego Lake State Park Campground
    July 1, 2024

    Otsego Lake State Park Campground

    State Park in Gaylord

    The park has a small sandy beach the swim area is sandy. The playground needs some updating. A lot of the sites back up to the busy road and you can hear road traffic noise all day and night.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek Resort
    July 1, 2024

    Beaver Creek Resort

    Rv resort in Gaylord

    Campground across the road from Otsego Lake. The campground has lots to do for kids but the sites are small and the trees are small.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Waterways Campground
    July 1, 2024

    Waterways Campground

    Beautiful campground in Cheboygan

    This is a great campground if you like to bring your boat along too. We were able to tie our boat up and use it all weekend. The campground is beautiful with an awesome dog park as well.

  • Camper-submitted photo from Gaylord KOA
    July 1, 2024

    Gaylord KOA

    KOA Campground right outside Gaylord

    This is so great koa with no road noise. The trees are mature and beautiful. This is a great laid back, family campground. The sites are bigger than other campgrounds in the area.



Guide to Elmira

Camping near Elmira, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and unique experiences. Whether you're looking for a rustic getaway or a family-friendly spot, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking and biking: The area has great trails for both activities. Many campers enjoy the scenic routes, with one visitor noting, "We enjoyed being able to access the bike trails from the campground" at Petoskey KOA.
  • Beach time: Spend your days at the beach! Campers at Burt Lake State Park Campground rave about it: "There is a fabulous beach with a big swimming area."
  • Rock hunting: If you’re into geology, check out the beaches for Petoskey stones. One happy camper at Fisherman's Island State Park Campground mentioned, "The beach is sandy with plenty of cool rocks for rock hunting."

What campers like:

  • Secluded sites: Many campers appreciate the privacy offered at various campgrounds. A visitor at Leelanau State Park Campground said, "Most sites are fairly secluded, and the campground was quiet."
  • Clean facilities: Clean bathrooms and showers are a big plus. One reviewer at Hartwick Pines State Park Campground noted, "Bathrooms and showers are of best of any other parks."
  • Friendly atmosphere: Campgrounds like Young State Park Campground are known for their welcoming vibe. A camper shared, "Very friendly staff and clean park."

What you should know:

  • Noise from factories: Some campgrounds are near industrial areas. A camper at Fisherman's Island State Park Campground mentioned, "People complain of the concrete factory but I hardly noticed it."
  • Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have full amenities. A visitor at Otsego Lake State Park Campground pointed out, "The bathrooms are horribly outdated."
  • Crowded sites: Some campgrounds can feel tight, especially during peak season. A reviewer at Burt Lake State Park Campground said, "When the campground is full, you are quite close to your neighbors."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose spacious sites: Look for campgrounds with larger sites for more room to play. A family at Barnes County Park Campground mentioned, "The sites are pretty close together in some locations."
  • Kid-friendly activities: Check out local attractions. One camper at Petoskey State Park Campground said, "The beach is awesome! Will be back to spend more than one night."
  • Plan for meals: Bring easy-to-cook meals or snacks. A visitor at Magnus Park Campground noted, "The campground had a pool and laundry room," making it easier to manage family needs.

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Petoskey KOA mentioned, "The sites are all basically on top of each other, very little room to maneuver."
  • Look for full hookups: Many RVers prefer campgrounds with full hookups. A visitor at Otsego Lake State Park Campground appreciated the amenities: "There is a beach area and even a dog beach section."
  • Plan for peak times: Book early during busy seasons. A camper at Young State Park Campground said, "Reservations were very easy to make online and allows you to pick your site."

Exploring the elmira, mi campgrounds can lead to memorable adventures, whether you're camping with family or enjoying a solo retreat.

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