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Several RV parks within 30 miles of Glen Arbor accommodate various sizes and preferences. Indigo Bluffs RV Park, located along Empire Highway, offers full hookup sites with 30-amp and 50-amp electrical options. The park features both back-in and pull-through sites on level terrain with gravel pads and operates from May through October. Lake Leelanau RV Park provides water, sewer, and 50-amp electrical hookups for large rigs with concrete pads at many sites. Wild Cherry RV Resort, situated east of Glen Arbor, maintains spacious motorhome sites with full hookups and accommodates big rigs on well-maintained grounds. "The sites were quite large, well shaded and spaced a good amount apart. Wonderful location to the dunes."
Most RV parks in the region require reservations during peak summer months and fall color season. Dump stations are available at Lake Leelanau RV Park and Wild Cherry RV Resort, while Indigo Bluffs offers daily trash pickup directly at campsites. Cell service remains consistent throughout most established campgrounds. Pets are permitted at most facilities except Indigo Bluffs, which maintains strict pet policies. According to one visitor, "Some lanes are more wooded than others — the water/electric sites feel less exposed, as do those that back up to the horse field." Propane services are limited, so travelers should fill tanks before arrival. Road access to campgrounds generally accommodates large RVs, though some interior park roads may have tight turns requiring careful navigation.
"We had a great experience at the RV resort. We stayed on both sites 44 and 4 and both were very nice stamped concrete pads with full hookups. Gorgeous landscaping."
"My goal is always to find campgrounds that are in state park or national forest settings, but with all the conveniences of a private campground."
"It is beautiful, peaceful campground on Lake Leelanau which is located on the Leelanau peninsula in between West Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan in close proximity to the little town of Lake Leelanau, Suttons"
"Situated just a few miles from the village of Lake Leelanau is this truly immaculately kept, family-owned and operated RV park."
from $36 - $109 / night
Check Availability"Honcho Rest Campground is a little gem on Bass Lake in Elk Rapids, MI. The grounds are mostly well maintained and clean."
"The area was easy to back in to, bathrooms were clean and nice, well lit. It’s a quiet campground for sure, but it’s nice and dark at night to see the stars and you can get good rest here."
"All sites have picnic tables but not all have fire pits (if you have your own you are allowed to use it). "
"This was a great campground, quiet and peaceful in the cherry orchard area of west Michigan, near Glen Arbor and Traverse City."
"There is a camp store, turbo bikes, a variety of family activities, a pool, playground, bike park, equipment and rentals, laundry facility, cabins, cottages, and yurts for rent."
"My husband loved this place because most of the sites are pull-through ones. The trees keep your site blanketed in shade all day long."
from $60 - $260 / night
Check Availability"Quiet campground with friendly staff. We had an electric only site and it was very private. Facilities were extremely well maintained."
"Spacious, level sites. Great family atmosphere! Very clean and well kept. Close to every kind of recreation you can think of."
"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."
from $69 - $79 / night
Check Availability"We attend a horse show circuit near by. It is the creme de la creme of RV parks. The sites are individually owned (and leased out) and many of the owners have made their lots very nice."
"Sites are all paved with water electric and sewer, but also landscaped. Wifi is terrible but good cell coverage. There’s trash pick up at 10:00 at your site. No fire rings."
"Plenty of pull-through sites and lots of grass."
"A hidden gem near Cadillac. It’s nice and quiet and clean, bathrooms aren’t too far from campsites. Electrical hookups are provided and fire pits. We even got free firewood. Fun visit!"
from $25 - $55 / night
Check Availability"We rented a extra site, so nobody could rent near us, sooo nice! Very close to Manistee River and canoe/raft liveries, very fun family togetherness activity."
from $25 - $55 / night
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TravelerStayed in the non electric sites. Short paved driveways were nice, but if not in a tent your just in a driveway. Bathrooms were super nice, and bear proof trash and mixed recycling outside. Private outside entry showers, and a camp sink room in the shower house. Lots of trails thru out the camp to get to the shower house.
TravelerCamped right on the lake. Spots are a little small, tight and rocky.
TravelerFirst come first serve lots. Big spaces. Loops 1-3 were open in October. Nice trails all around, lake was very pretty. Can't complain for $20 a night. Outhouses were stinky but that's expected. You pay by putting cash in an envelope near the entrance and putting a tag on the site of dates you'll be there.
GuideYa got sunny and more private sites. Little lake and trails. Quick exit onto pavement between Traverse City and the dunes.
GuideI was in Ellsworth for the first day of the Antrim Paddle Festival. My campsite was on the edge of a grassy bluff overlooking a park, and Lake Ellsworth beach. Lake Ellsworth is the beginning of Northern Western Michigan's Chain of Lakes water trail. A 100-mile inland flatwater trail with 12 lakes, interconnecting rivers and only one portage, a small dam in Bellaire.
Wooden Shoe is a city campground. Campsites with electric are $35. per night, $25 for tent sites. It has a building with men and women restrooms/showers, I can only speak for the men's side which had with 2 showers, sinks, 2 stalls and a urinal which was clean and in good shape. You're given the door combination to enter.
From the bluff I had a full view of the park below which had a pavilion, sand beach and a dock with a kayak launch.
My campsite was closer to the next than I like but the campground was quiet. The campground has Wi-Fi, but I never got the password, so used my T-Mobile hotspot.
Camp host was a friendly lady.
For more info on water trail: https://www.paddleantrim.com
LegendMy all time favorite small, Lake Michigan front campground. Rustic (except mini cabins which have electricity). No showers, but there is potable water. Beautiful lake front sites as well as some in trees. Beautiful lighthouse, playground (including horseshoes) and picnic area. Phenomenal hiking trails south of campground-one trail leads directly to a pristine remote beach. Dogs are allowed on trails w/ leash(but not on beach mid April thru August due to Piping Plover nesting). Campground is quiet and serene. My all time favorite. Only downside is if you are in the cabins or on South sites you can hear road noise during day. Not horrible but irritating.
ScoutEach site seems to be cased in with beautiful trees and the atmosphere is relaxing. Bsthrooms are clean but be sure to bring quaters to take showers.
GuideThis is a beautiful park, with waterfront sites as well as wooded areas. Vault toilets, and pump for water, quiet and great rock beach.
GuideNice on the river easy access. Shady sites not on top each other. Barred owl not even dark
RV camping near Glen Arbor, Michigan offers convenient access to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore while providing modern amenities for motorhome travelers. The region sits at approximately 600 feet above sea level with distinct seasonal patterns - summer temperatures average in the mid-70s with higher humidity, while fall brings cooler temperatures and stunning color displays. Cell service remains strongest along M-22 and M-72 corridors with variable coverage in more remote camping areas.
Canoeing nearby rivers: Manton Trails RV Park provides convenient access to the Manistee River for paddling enthusiasts. "Very close to Manistee River and canoe/raft liveries, very fun family togetherness activity," notes one visitor from Manton Trails RV Park.
Winery visits: Multiple vineyards within 15-20 minutes of Wild Cherry RV Resort offer tastings and tours. "The park is on the Leelanau Peninsula which is one of Michigan's most well-known and revered wine region and there are three wineries within a couple of miles (one is just across the street from the entrance)," reports a camper.
Golfing options: Vista Green RV Resort provides access to nearby courses. "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)," mentions one visitor who explored the area.
Local music events: Several campgrounds host entertainment during peak season. According to a Manton Trails visitor, "Our first time there was 4th of July weekend, they have a large building for events...over the weekend they had a concert! Live band and food truck...free to all campers and their friends!"
Clean, modern facilities: Bathhouse quality matters to many RV campers. "These are kept very clean," reports a Vista Green visitor, while another at Kampvilla Park notes "Very clean bathrooms, a pool, park to play and close proximity to lots of things to do."
Spacious sites: Many campers appreciate room to spread out. At Wild Cherry RV Resort, "Sites are either pull-in (which we had) or back-in. There are no pull-thrus. Set back in a wooded area are a scattering of rustic tent sites, rental cabins and yurts with potable water, grills, fire pits, and picnic tables."
Recreational amenities: On-site activities enhance the camping experience. Timber Ridge offers "a small pond/beach, pool, jumping pillow, dodgeball, bike trails, ATV trails, crafts, parades, etc. It's great for the active family, particularly those with elementary & middle school age kids."
Proximity to attractions: Location matters for Indigo Bluffs RV Park visitors. "This is one of my favorite campgrounds and it's located in our favorite vacation destination! The location is close to many nearby attractions, M22, outdoor adventures, beaches, lake, boating rentals, rivers, restaurants, wineries, quaint lakeside towns."
Reservation requirements: Early booking is essential, particularly for peak season. "Because they are such a popular place to stay during the show (July - mid August), they sites book up a year in advance," warns a Traverse Bay RV Resort visitor.
Campground rules: Pet policies vary significantly between parks. At Traverse Bay RV Resort, "You are limited to 2 dogs, and they are very strict about leashes and picking up poop. But, that keeps the place looking nice."
Seasonal considerations: Most RV parks operate from May through October with limited availability in shoulder seasons. "We visited Wild Cherry RV Resort on the recommendation of some friends and found the park to be nicely maintained, sites were well-spaced, and we LOVED the area."
Bathroom facilities: Not all campgrounds offer full bathhouse services. As noted at Wild Cherry, "While most RV campgrounds have centralized bathrooms with flush toilets, sinks, and showers, this one is lacking those amenities."
Activities for children: Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort offers extensive recreation options. "We really enjoyed this campground! There was a lot for the kids to do and we never really left the campground the 2 weekend we camped here. The pool is clean. Kids loved the activities they had scheduled."
Playground options: Kampvilla Park provides child-friendly amenities. "There are all the toys to play in sand, basketballs, volleyballs and such sitting out for all the kids to play with. The indoor pavilion area is great for rainy days."
Swimming areas: Several campgrounds feature pools or water access. "There is a tiny beach, fun for an afternoon dip with the kids," notes a visitor to Lake Leelanau RV Park.
Family-friendly scheduling: Plan around peak activity times. "The campground is a great stepping off point for exploring Leelanau (wine, Sleeping Bear Dunes, small lakeside towns). There is a wonderful creek to kayak in at nearby Cedar and a little town with ice cream, cafe and coffee shop."
Site selection: Consider the type of setup for your specific needs. At Indigo Bluffs, "The spaces are tight unless you get into the back rows set back sites. This is a terrific way to solve the tight spacing."
Internet connectivity: Cell service varies between providers. According to Manton Trails visitors, "Internet worked well using our hotspots, but, like all campgrounds, if you like being 'in the woods;' internet is always a challenge. Most of our group had AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint, the best service seemed to be Verizon in the morning and Sprint at night."
Level sites: Many travelers note the importance of properly leveled pads. Kampvilla visitors report, "To start we are tent campers and this is an RV park…it has great spots for tents! Just electric hookup or primitive (even nicer spots)."
Local dining options: Explore nearby restaurants when taking a break from camp cooking. "We ate at Yankee Boy where all of the locals hangout. Excellent food (no alcohol served)," recommends a Vista Green camper who explored the area.
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