Best RV Parks near Glen Arbor, MI

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Best RV Sites Near Glen Arbor, MI (101)

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    1. Indigo Bluffs RV Park

    22 Reviews
    168 Photos
    22 Saves

    Offering the accommodations you need for all the ways you camp; in a destination that delivers: Sleeping Bear Dunes, Lake Michigan beaches, miles of hiking/biking trails, Traverse City, and more. A place where food, art, and events are abundant in everyday life. Whether you’re looking for an enjoyable weekend, a family vacation, or planning your entire season, this is the place. Families have spent a century vacationing and building memories here; we created a place that allows you to do the same with your family and friends.

    Indigo was named after the shades of blue that dominate the surrounding landscape. Leelanau, the peninsula we are located on, is a Native American name meaning “Land of Delight”. That's all the inspiration we needed to create one of the country’s most distinctive outdoor lifestyle resorts.

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    2. Honcho Rest Campground

    3 Reviews
    16 Photos
    61 Saves

    Honcho Rest Campground is an RV exclusive campground with cabins for non RV campers. We have 97 full hookup sites, 7 water electric hookup sites (103-110), and 6 Camping Cabins.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
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    3. Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort

    21 Reviews
    24 Photos
    87 Saves

    Big Rigs, RVs, Fifth Wheels, Pop-Up Trailers and Tents are welcomed to escape to Traverse City’s wooded retreat! With Cabin Rentals, wireless internet (please request this when making a reservation), spacious and shady sites, heated pool, a variety of activities, camp store and goodie shop, and clean bath houses, Timber Ridge has all of the bases covered.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Vista Green RV Resort

    1 Review
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    2 Saves

    When you visit Vista Green RV Resort, you’ll find a scenic and tranquil paradise that is only minutes from Traverse City. Our resort's convenient location allows you to enjoy the region's tranquility and beauty while being a short drive away from the local area attractions. Traverse City is one of the most popular and best summer vacation destinations in the entire Midwest! Known as America's Cherry Capital, it offers bayfront attractions, swimming, golf, the lakeshore, hiking, fishing, and every imaginable outdoor tour and activity to its summer visitors. It offers something fun to do for everyone, regardless of the activities you prefer. If you're an RV enthusiast and like biking, hiking, and just relaxing the day away, you're sure to fall in love with Vista Green RV Resort. Experience the popularity of RVing at our well-maintained facility. Call us and reserve your spot now!

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    • Trash
    • WiFi
    • Toilets

    $59 - $75 / night

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    5. Lake Leelanau RV Park

    4 Reviews
    22 Photos
    101 Saves

    The Lake Leelanau RV Park is the premier camping resort on Lake Leelanau! We are located on 800 feet of frontage on the pristine shores of Lake Leelanau. The lake provides 21 miles of crystal clear waters for boating, swimming, fishing, water sports, and endless fun in the sun. It is filled with many types of fish including walleye, bass, northern pike, perch, trout, and loads of pan fish. For boaters enjoyment, we have a boat launch, gas pump, and 98 boat docks available for rent. Our beach has a large, shallow, and safe swimming area perfect for children and family fun in the water. It also boasts lots of sand for castle building and the occasional sand sculpting contests.

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    • ADA Access
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    6. Wild Cherry RV Resort

    5 Reviews
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    37 Saves

    Michigan RV camping destination is surrounded by cherry orchards, vineyards, and 30 acres of woods. Bike the TART Trail, shop villages, explore Manitou Island, Historic Leland, and Suttons Bay. Area was recently voted by USA Today as the "Most Beautiful Area in the USA" Northern Michigan and Leelanau County has long been known for Cherry orchards and fast becoming the Napa Valley of the North with 24 vineyards and tasting rooms.

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    7. Kampvilla RV Park

    7 Reviews
    33 Photos
    1 Save

    Family friendly campground. Large sites. Full hook up, Electric and rustic sites. 30/50 amp. Heated pool, Basket ball, volleyball, shuffleboard, playground, fishing pond. LP Gas, Wood, Ice and small store.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse Bay RV Resort

    8. Traverse Bay RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    2 Photos
    25 Saves
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    • ADA Access
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    9. Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    3 Reviews
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    17 Saves

    The Manton Trails RV Park& Campground has 146 sites, nestled on 80 acres and a campground surrounded by State land and close to the State’s Snowmobile/ORV Trail Head of the Manistee National Forest. Our bathhouse is clean, and our showers are hot. We are located 15 minutes north of Cadillac and 30 minutes SE of Traverse City. Manton Trails welcomes families, couples, and groups looking to relax, reconnect with family, and enjoy all the wonders of nature. The property also has event facilities that can be rented for group meetings, weddings, and activities. There are many canoe liveries near Manton Trails which provide an excellent nautical Manistee River experience for your family. If some of your party would prefer to stay within four walls rather than camping, they can reserve a room at the Manton Hotel located on the property.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $25 - $55 / night

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    10. Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    3 Reviews
    7 Photos

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground is located between Traverse City and Cadillac in the quaint town of Manton, Michigan. The park is spread across 80 acres in and around the Manistee River and Manistee Forest area. From the property, you can hike to the Manistee River or ride from your site to the ATV Trails and State “MISS-KAL” Trailhead. Bring your ORV, Side-by-Side, or UTV, there is plenty of trailer parking. Boat and ATV rentals are nearby. We can also store your RV, boat, or trailer for the Winter inside our massive 12,000sf storage building.

    Manton Trails offers free concerts at Manton Trails and RV Park, Hotel & Campground to guests and local residents.

    Our Musical Entertainment Schedule:

    July 1, 8, 22, 29

    August 5, 12, 19, 26

    Manton Trails has large 30’ wide campsites and 15 clean, hotel-style rooms. Our camping and lodging options, ORV direct trail access, team sports facilities and summer music entertainment make Manton Trails a great place for families, sports teams, groups and kids of all ages. Book your experience online or call (269) 857-5000 for details.

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    • Tents

    $25 - $55 / night

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Recent RV Reviews In Glen Arbor

641 Reviews of 101 Glen Arbor Campgrounds


  • Tammy C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    Hidden gem on the west side

    This campground is centrally located to everything that’s going on, on the west side of the state. Whether it’s trail riding, Traverse City Cherry festival or hanging in the town of Manton. There is always something going on. Spacious, super clean bath house and on Saturday nights listen to live music right at your campsite!

  • Barry E.
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    Oct. 6, 2024

    Traverse City State Park

    Convenient and clean

    Very nice park, walkway to the public beach, paved path behind the grounds. Modern, clean bathhouse. Not a lot of privacy between spots, big mature trees all through the grounds. Right by municipal airport with lots of flight activity.

  • Michael N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Platte River Campground — Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Platte River Campground — Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

    Beautiful area!

    The camping area is amazing. My group camped in the non electric section. Each area was set back from the road. Flat gravel pad. Small paved driveway for your car. It was peaceful. And absolutely dark at night. Perfect for star gazing. The comfort station was a short walk away. Clean bathrooms, shower areas, and a small room to wash dishes. You cannot wash dishes at your site. You must take precautions against bears. So food had to be locked in cars. We didn’t encounter bears. At the entrance is a canoe/tube business. You can float down the river to Lake Michigan.

  • Amy D.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 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.

  • L
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    Sep. 12, 2024

    Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    Great nature - noisy neighbors

    Our site was great, easily fit a 17 foot trailer and a tent. Trails down to the water were appreciated by our kids. Neighbors are pretty close all around but that didn't matter until our last night. Several new campers rolled in at 10pm and proceeded to throw an absolute rager of a party until 4am - on Labor Day weekend. So overall a great campground but I wish there had been enforcement of quiet time or some kind of consequence for such horrible camping manners.

  • Austin C.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 10, 2024

    Camp David

    Wonderful, quiet location

    David and Gail were so friendly and welcoming, especially for the inconvenience of a last minute stay on Labor Day weekend! I had questions during the booking process and messaged them- I had a response in minutes. We had a quiet spot and were able to get some uninterrupted sleep after a long afternoon at the beach. 

    There are several places nearby with beach access (the turquoise water of Lake Michigan is beautiful), and lakes under 5 minutes away for fishing. For rockhounding, check out the beaches near Old Mission Lighthouse. Should we find ourselves back on the road to the UP, we'll be sure stop back in. Thanks again for being so accommodating!

  • J
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    Aug. 20, 2024

    The Campground

    Fantastic Campground!

    The campground is a small, family friendly campground that has a lot of activities for both adults and kids. It is clean, has level sites and well maintained facilities.

  • J B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    Great time

    The campsites are spacious and feature trails that lead directly to the Tippy Dam Backwater. There’s also convenient access for launching a boat on either the Manistee River or the backwaters side of the dam

  • Erica L.
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    Aug. 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.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Wild Cherry RV Resort
    Aug. 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!

  • L
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    Jul. 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

  • Jen L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    Great location for orv trail access

    Great campground.  Booked two nights and had to request a third it was so perfect.   We went up because it advertised orv access right from campsite.  It’s really handy to not have to trailer over to the trsilheads.  Quiet, bug spaces, huge bathhouse. We will be going back!

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    Jul. 25, 2024

    Grass Lake State Forest Campground

    Updated Info

    Updating this information. We live 3 miles from this camp. All MI State Forest Campgrounds are nor $20/night.

    There is not a RV dump or hookup of any kind in this campground. One could easily bring a 30 ft trailer but sites this size are limited.

    This camp is on the Betsie River and the Grass Lake Flooding. There is a gravel/sand ramp to launch smaller fishing boats. Great area to kayak and float tube. 1000's of acres of State Forest surrounding this spot with miles of trails for atv, cars, trucks and horses. There are no horst facilities at this camp.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Vista Green RV Resort
    Jul. 23, 2024

    Vista Green RV Resort

    Large, beautiful campground

    Our site was $65.63 a night. (This was the average after receiving one night free for staying a week).

    We were in Site# 4A (premium site). We had Full hook- up with a blacktop 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. This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    The lot comes with a concrete patio with picnic table. There was not a fire ring since only propane fires are allowed.

    There is free WiFi. They do not offer Cable TV but there are many local channels.

    There is an adult pub-style game room with poker tables, a large tv, a table shuffle board, air hockey game, foosball table, and board games. There is a community catering kitchen located in their activities center.

    They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster. This can be a long distance for some.

    You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent golf carts. It is beneficial to have a golf cart to get around since it is a large campground. We have our own e-bikes which helped.

    They do have a large heated Swimming pool and an adults only hot tub. There is a fitness center.

    They have quite a few ponds throughout the campground.

    There is not a Playground. They offer pickleball courts.

    There is not a general store nor snack bar/restaurant on site.

    The streets are paved and good for riding bikes.

    This is solely an RV park. They do not have any cabins to rent or any tent areas.

    The showers are located in the activity center. These are typical stalls. There is a great area to hang clothes and store your toiletries in the shower stall. These are kept very clean.

    There is a laundry facility. There are approximately 4 washers and 4 dryers. They allow you to use cash or an app. It is approximately $2.25 to wash and $2 to dry a load.

    They do not have a fenced in dog park. There are areas to walk dogs though.

    Bugs/gnats were a small issue and bug spray was needed.

    There is supposedly a mowed trail to hike off of the campground (about 3 miles) but I was unable to locate it.

    Some fun things to do outside of the campground are the shops (Front Street) & water activities in Traverse City, the local wineries/vineyards, and the DNR Outdoor Shooting range (5 miles away & free to the public). We ate at Yankee Boy where all of the locals hangout. Excellent food (no alcohol served).

  • Nicole V.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Dubonnet State Forest Campground
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Lake Dubonnet State Forest Campground

    Nice but camp host needed

    Large campground composed or 5 loops. Many have a trail leading to the water. Hiking and biking paths within the campground along with a nice boat ramp. Trash on sites and dirty outhouses along with lots of generators and after hour noise was a downside.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Kampvilla RV Park
    Jul. 10, 2024

    Kampvilla RV Park

    Loved it so much, we reserved for another extended stay in a few months, during our stay!

    Our first time camping with the rig. Owners went above and beyond to assist with our set up. We also had to adjust our dates and they were very accommodating. Their assistance consisted of offering us an extra hose extension, another part for the sewer connection, and assisted with making sure Everything was working correctly before they left. Very clean campground, friendly, polite people all around, great pool and real nice “event” room. Nice clean (2) bathhouses, and one family bathhouse, also very nice. Horseshoes and shuffle board, big sandy playground for children. We only wish there were trails to walk on. But it’s close to Benzie, Frankfort, Manistee, Portage Lake. Dollar Tree nearly across the street in case you forgot anything. Northern Natural Cider house and Winery close by, plus Iron Fish Distillery! Kampvilla is the place to be! It will be our yearly destination. We began our season and will ‘near our end’ of season there!

  • Liz E.
    Camper-submitted photo from Mountain Valley Lodge & Campground
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Mountain Valley Lodge & Campground

    Great Campground, huge sites!

    We just stayed here for 6 nights. Owners were welcoming and kind upon check in. The campground was very well maintained with a good amount of trees giving good shade outside.

    Sites are large well maintained.
    We stayed across the street from the bath house and the pool. Pool was chemically checked several times a day and it was so nice.

    Our kids loved the pool and the space to ride bikes.

    Will definitely be booking here again.

    Reasonable rates for the site and generous wood costs as well. They drive around almost nightly and will sell you wood right at your site if you're there. $10 for a wheel barrow full and they stack it for you!

    Highly recommend this campground.

  • Joshua C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Empire Township Campground
    Jul. 7, 2024

    Empire Township Campground

    Great for tent camping!

    We have come to this campground every year since 2020 for a week with our travel trailer. We got lucky to find and opening at an electric site in their schedule and once you're in, you can reserve the same site on the same week the following year. We've had family members stay in tent sites nearby and they loved it.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Green Lake Rustic South- Interlochen State Park
    Jul. 5, 2024

    Green Lake Rustic South- Interlochen State Park

    Nice boating

    Green Lake Rustic- clean campground. Some sites are small, and you are on top of your "neighbors." Vault style toilets that get quite smelly. The boat ramp to Green Lake is well maintained. The parking lot is a bit small but doable. Good pan and bass fishing. The local grocery store is close, as well as a dollar store, mini golf, ice cream, and restaurants (if that's your thing).

  • M
    Camper-submitted photo from Whitewater Township Park Campground
    Jun. 25, 2024

    Whitewater Township Park Campground

    Great Location with Potential but...

    I was disappointed in the campground after having high expectations from previous reviews.  Sites were fine, good size and maybe could have been some planting between sites.  My concern was that there was only one bathroom, for the entire campground.  They were filthy, cleaned once daily which was considerably less than other campgrounds.  There was a sanitary pad discarded behind a toilet for over 24 hours. Possibly this is the norm, and guests were more disgusting than usual.  The scenic overlook deck was littered with toilet paper where someone had taken to using this area as their own restroom.  The grass and trails weren't mowed and the park attendant said they were changing mowing services, I understand that.  The water hose used to clean tanks had been cut off or fallen off, and when this was showed to a worker, they said they'd tell the manager.  What day, no one knows because he got in his car and left for the night.  The next day it was not fixed.

    Which brings me to the point that while there were three people in the guard house, no one was really doing much.  No one drove around checking on things, no one walked a common path to see discarded trash, etc.  The on duty person left at 8PM.  This is all a management issue, not the campground itself. 

    I have camped at local/municipally owned campgrounds in Michigan before and was very happy, and gladly went with this campground but was disappointed.

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Billings RV Park & Campground
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Lake Billings RV Park & Campground

    It was decent

    They have a really nice area whether it’s fishing or swimming, playground or just plain camping, etc. the only negative thing is the tent camping spots DO NOT have PLUGS which was really irritating because tent camping you’re definitely gonna need an outlet.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Traverse City State Park
    Jun. 13, 2024

    Traverse City State Park

    Spots are small for travel trailers/RV’s.

    Well, the spots are very small and you have to park sideways. Nothing can beat the price of staying in Traverse City. If you have your own camper, the showers are nice. You’re right downtown and there’s a catwalk over the beach.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    Friendly, clean and well maintained

    This is a great little campground. Clean and well maintained. We used it as a base camp for canoeing on the Manistee River and it served us well. Plenty of pull-through sites and lots of grass.



Guide to Glen Arbor

Camping near Glen Arbor, Michigan, offers a fantastic mix of natural beauty and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

What to do:

  • Explore Sleeping Bear Dunes: This stunning national lakeshore is a must-see. One camper mentioned, “The only thing I don't like are the pit toilets, but it's the tradeoff for no electricity or running water,” highlighting the rustic charm of the area.
  • Hiking Trails: There are numerous trails for all skill levels. A visitor at Platte River Campground noted, “Amazing rangers with tons of info! Also worth checking out the fish hatchery on the Platte.”
  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds, like D.H. Day Group Campground, provide easy access to beautiful beaches. One reviewer said, “Quiet park, quiet beaches, beautiful views.”

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Traverse City State Park Campground remarked, “It’s nice to have well-maintained showers to feel fresh after.”
  • Friendly Staff: Many campgrounds have helpful staff. A camper at Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park shared, “Staff was friendly. Campground was quiet and everyone who was around us was super nice and friendly.”
  • Scenic Views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. One reviewer at Leelanau State Park Campground said, “Beautiful location and beautiful views.”

What you should know:

  • Site Privacy: Some campgrounds have sites that are close together. A visitor at Betsie River Campsite mentioned, “Sites look level but it's deceiving. Very few trees.”
  • Noise Levels: Campgrounds near busy roads or airports can be noisy. A camper at Keith J. Charters Traverse City State Park noted, “It’s close to the airport and 4 lane road. There are cars passing by frequently.”
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like D.H. Day Group Campground, do not have electric hookups or showers, which might not suit everyone.

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose Campgrounds with Activities: Look for places with amenities for kids. A family at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort said, “Great family fun. Kids have fun.”
  • Plan for Privacy: When booking, try to select sites that offer more space. A camper at Barnes County Park Campground advised, “I would advise to book a spot early because the bad spots are all in a line.”
  • Pack for the Beach: Bring beach gear if you’re near the water. A visitor at Leelanau State Park Campground mentioned, “Bring some water shoes to enjoy the rock beaches.”

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Traverse City State Park Campground noted, “The spots are very small and you have to park sideways.”
  • Look for Full Hookups: If you need amenities, choose campgrounds with full hookups. A camper at Indigo Bluffs RV Park said, “This campground is absolutely beautiful! Tons of trees, large sites, well maintained.”
  • Be Prepared for Bugs: Bring bug spray, especially in wooded areas. A visitor at Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park mentioned, “The bathrooms and showers were extremely clean and were cleaned daily.”

Camping near Glen Arbor, Michigan, is a great way to enjoy nature and create lasting memories. Whether you’re in a tent or an RV, there’s something for everyone!

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