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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Grand Blanc, MI

505 Reviews

McGinnis Lake Modern Campground and Groveland Oaks County Park offer pet-friendly camping options near Grand Blanc, Michigan. Both campgrounds welcome pets with designated sites that accommodate tents, RVs, and cabins. Seven Lakes State Park Campground also permits dogs throughout its grounds with standard leash requirements. The Holly Campground allows pets but receives mixed reviews regarding maintenance and cleanliness. Most sites require pets to be leashed at all times outside of designated pet areas. Water and electric hookups are available at most pet-friendly sites, with several locations offering full hookups including sewer connections. Campgrounds typically limit pets to 2-3 per site and may require proof of current vaccinations. The grounds at some locations may not be regularly maintained, with visitors reporting tall grass and occasional ticks during summer months.

Hiking trails throughout the Holly Recreation Area provide excellent exercise opportunities for dogs, with several miles of pet-accessible paths. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area features additional pet-friendly trails with varied terrain suitable for all activity levels. Most campgrounds provide basic waste disposal stations, though campers should bring their own waste bags as supplies can be limited. The lake access at Groveland Oaks County Park gets busy during peak summer months but offers quieter swimming opportunities for dogs during evening hours. Water and electric hookups are standard at most pet-friendly sites, with several locations offering full hookups including sewer connections. Shower and bathroom facilities remain accessible to campers with pets, though dogs are not permitted inside these buildings. Clear Water Campgrounds receives positive reviews for pet cleanliness and maintenance standards.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Grand Blanc, Michigan (74)

    1. McGinnis Lake Modern Campground — Holly Recreation Area

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

    $27 - $30 / night

    "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."

    2. Groveland Oaks County Park

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

    $28 - $48 / night

    "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."

    3. The Holly Campground

    15 Reviews
    Holly, MI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 634-0803

    "Dog area was like a barren wasteland but I still appreciated it. Clean bathrooms."

    "Three kids, two adults and two dogs. Lots of amenities, friendly staff. Not a single problem, and the kids had so much fun."

    4. Seven Lakes State Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Holly, MI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 634-7271

    "There are over 20 sites, about half of which are located lake side (not directly on the lake, but there are little paths that lead you there and you can somewhat see the water from these sites.)"

    "Wish there was a few additional water filling points and that the dumpsters were all located near the camp entrance/exit. But really nothing to complain about. "

    5. Outdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort

    10 Reviews
    Davison, MI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 871-9953

    "Pools, lakes, mini golf. Designed for young families. Pet friendly but has restrictions on the type of dog."

    "We’ve been going here for many years, we love access to the plenty of pools and kayaking amenities that are included in our stay!"

    6. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

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

    $22 / night

    "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."

    7. Wolverine Campground

    10 Reviews
    Columbiaville, MI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 793-6613

    $35 - $45 / night

    "Tis campground is located on the north shore of Holloway reservoir it is open from end of may to first of September. It has a beach boat launch ne the lake is great for walleye."

    "Lake is supposed to be great for walleye fishing, even if it a tad shallow. Campground is well maintained with picnic tables, and fire rings."

    8. Walnut Hills Family Campground by GatherGrounds

    15 Reviews
    Cohoctah, MI
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 634-9782

    $31 / night

    "We were told to pick a place relatively close by for our first RV trip. We are so glad we picked Walnut Hills Family Campground in MI."

    "We were backed up to the pond with ducks always coming around.  Very peaceful and beautiful."

    9. Clear Water Campgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Ortonville, MI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 627-3820

    "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?"

    10. Clearwater Campground

    2 Reviews
    Ortonville, MI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 627-3820

    "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."

    "Cute little petting zoo. Stayed for a week at $320."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Grand Blanc, MI

505 Reviews of 74 Grand Blanc Campgrounds

  • Kelly G.
    Aug. 16, 2020

    Pontiac 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.

  • T
    Nov. 13, 2023

    Camp Agawam

    Great retreat for Canadians

    I come down to Detroit from Windsor every year to camp in Michigan with friends and this year we went to this very nice campsite in Orion Twp and I loved it. This was the first year we started our trip in Toronto, thanks to a solar company at https://www.solarpowertoronto.com/ who installed solar panels on our RV. We were able to camp from Toronto to Orion Twp and had a great time. Will be doing the same next year.

  • Despina S.
    Jul. 31, 2018

    Outdoor 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.
    Jun. 15, 2019

    Clear 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.

  • L
    Jul. 17, 2020

    Clearwater 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.
    Sep. 7, 2021

    Camp 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

  • Mary O.
    Oct. 3, 2019

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Fun with family and pets!

    Nice lakes for swimming and can take your pet as well!  Big playground and nice bathrooms

  • Noel L.
    Jun. 2, 2025

    Clearwater 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.

  • J
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Frankenmuth Jellystone Park

    Fun RV park and very close to downtown

    Our site was averaged out to $82.71 a night with the weekly rate discount.

    We were in Site# 306 (a deluxe plus RV site - be aware that some of these are back-ins and not clearly labeled on the site map - we had to change sites to a pull-thru). 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 zero trees. We weren’t able to sit outside because of the direct sun until after 8:30pm.
    This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    The deluxe plus lot comes without a concrete patio but with a picnic table and fire ring. They do sell firewood and will deliver to your site.

    There is free WiFi. They do not offer Cable TV but there are quite a few channel options.

    There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.

    They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster.

    You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent pedal bikes. They do not provide golf cart rentals.

    They do have a heated indoor and heated outdoor Swimming pool and one hot tub.

    There is a Playground. They also offer Gaga ball, basketball sport court, and volleyball courts. There is a Game room for kids. They have a Putt putt course and Jumping pad.

    They have a great general store. There is a separate Activity Center for kids.
    There are tons of scheduled activities for kids like wagon rides, arts & crafts, scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, etc. Activities are scheduled all day from 9am to 8pm.

    There is a snack bar on site from 4pm-9:30pm where you can get hot dogs, brats, pretzels, nachos, ice cream, etc.

    The streets are mostly paved and good for riding bikes.

    This is an RV park with cabins to rent also. Tent camping is also allowed.

    They have two shower houses. The shower house has the 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. It is a cash only facility, but they have a change machine in the arcade room. There are approximately 4washers and 4 dryers. It is approximately $2.75 to wash and $0.75 to dry a load.

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

    Flies were an issue and bug spray was needed.

    There were no trails to hike off of the campground.

    Some fun things to do outside of the campground are Frankenmuth FunShips (chocolate & wine tasting), the Golden Ticket Trolley, the Bavarian Belle (popcorn & sodas) River Place Shops, wineries, and Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland store. This RV park is less than a mile to downtown/River Place Shops where there is tons of shopping.

Guide to Grand Blanc

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Grand Blanc, Michigan, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your furry friends behind. Here are some excellent campgrounds that welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

Pet-friendly campgrounds include fun activities for all

  • At Camp Dearborn, families can enjoy a variety of activities, including swimming and playgrounds, while pets are welcome to join in the fun.
  • Walnut Hills Family Campground provides a lively atmosphere with children's activities and a river for kayaking, ensuring a memorable experience for both pets and their owners.
  • Seven Lakes State Park Campground features beautiful lakes and trails, making it an ideal spot for outdoor adventures with your dog.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Grand Blanc, MI is McGinnis Lake Modern Campground — Holly Recreation Area with a 4.4-star rating from 33 reviews.

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