Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Gregory, MI

Bruin Lake Campground in Pinckney Recreation Area welcomes pets throughout all campsites with electric hookups for tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations. The campground provides picnic tables and fire rings at pet-friendly sites, with a lakefront location that allows dogs access to water areas for cooling off during warmer months. Dogs must remain leashed at all times when outside vehicles or tents, and owners should bring waste bags as dedicated pet waste stations are limited. Campers report the staff effectively manages noise levels with a "quiet time is all the time" policy that creates a peaceful environment for pets sensitive to loud noises. Waterloo Recreation Area's Green Lake and Sugarloaf campgrounds also accommodate pets with similar policies across their tent and RV sites.

The Potawatomi Trail connecting to Blind Lake Rustic Campground offers excellent dog-friendly hiking options, though pet owners should watch for mountain bikers who travel at high speeds along shared paths. Both Pinckney and Waterloo recreation areas feature interconnected lakes ideal for dogs who enjoy swimming, with Bruin Lake connecting to several other lakes in a chain that provides multiple water access points. Site B3 at Blind Lake is particularly popular for campers with dogs, offering immediate lakefront access and beautiful views. During summer months, the lake water remains warm enough for comfortable dog swimming. Cell service is limited throughout most campgrounds in the region, so pet owners should research nearby veterinary services in advance and bring any necessary medications or supplies for their pets.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Gregory, Michigan (87)

    1. Blind Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    18 Reviews
    Gregory, MI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 426-4913

    $17 / night

    "Nice place to camp right on the lake. It's a 7 mile hike in(can also be accessed via boat), part of the Potowatomi loop trail(~18 miles) located in Waterloo-Pinckney recreation area."

    "Camp ground is located along the Potawatomi Trail in Pinckney Recreation area. Bikers head the opposite direction from hikers. The route I followed was about 8 miles in to Blind Lake."

    2. Bruin Lake Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    19 Reviews
    Gregory, MI
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 426-4913

    $27 - $46 / night

    "There is a new large playground structure and nice but short paved path for kids to bike or scooter around."

    "On Crooked Lake, it has 25 sites, two of which are right on the water; #7 is full sun, larger, and 20 is sun/shade and tucked away in the back of the campground."

    3. Bishop Lake Campground

    28 Reviews
    Brighton, MI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 229-6566

    $17 - $90 / night

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

    "Great family place with paved and dirt biking/hiking trails. Very nice beach with grass and sand. There are 2 areas of inflatables, one of them is for the little kids 48 in. and under."

    4. Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Chelsea, MI
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 475-8307

    "The lack of cover between sites gave everyone a nice view of the lake from our tents on our inland sites, which was beautiful."

    "I stayed at #6 and had a beautiful view of the lake. There is muddy lake access on that site and I paddled from there in my kayak. There is an official boat launch nearby."

    5. Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Chelsea, MI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 475-8307

    "It is usually easy to get multiple sites next to each other with reservations.
    There is a decent sandy beach here with a playground and volleyball net."

    "There is an outside vault toilet behind the cabin. Lots of trails connecting the cabin to the rest of the park. Cheap too! Only $68 per night."

    6. Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

    10 Reviews
    Pinckney, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 878-3632

    $20 - $35 / night

    "Direct connections to the Waterloo Pinckney trail system. Near Hell, Michigan and Chelsea, Michigan. Large pool in season. Priced reasonably."

    "Wow.. what a nice little getaway in Hell, Michigan area! Camp host, “Lightening” is a friendly and helpful guy who NEVER stopped working (except to chat with campers here and there)."

    7. Waterloo Portage Lake Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    12 Reviews
    Grass Lake, MI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 475-8307

    "It is a bit of a walk to get to but is handicap accessible.
    There are two bathrooms throughout the loop and one at the beach."

    "A few bathrooms are located around the campground. The spaces are generous and the majority have electricity only. The lake has a little beach with sands. Nice place."

    8. Appleton Lake Campground

    8 Reviews
    Brighton, MI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 229-6566

    "Close by but up north feel."

    "Picnic table pit ring outside toilets best site was 24 17$ dollars a night 3 parks Brighton recreational is for Rv and electric sites indoor plumbing hot showers Murry is only for weekend visits Appleton"

    9. Brighton Recreation Area

    5 Reviews
    Brighton, MI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 229-6566

    "This was our first camping experience in Michigan, so we weren’t exactly prepared. My rating takes this into consideration."

    "Large campsite with trees, lit path to the bathroom, and easy access to hiking trails and raft/boat launch."

    10. Murray Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Brighton, MI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 229-6566

    "This often overlooked campground is part of Brighton Recreation area in lower Michigan. Only 25 sites, with no electricity and vault toilets. Pump water available."

    "Small fishing lake for paddling. Mountain bike and hiking trails run through the campground. Bishop lake beach and jump island are a 5 min drive away."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Gregory, MI

537 Reviews of 87 Gregory Campgrounds


  • Ron M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2025

    Camp Sequoia

    Great people nice for short stay

    A mostly seasonal campground that can be had to find. Super amenities with huge pool and large field with dog park, baseball field, bags, basketball and sand volleyball. Many trails to walk.

  • A
    Oct. 3, 2021

    Camp Sequoia

    Quiet, Friendly Campground

    We really enjoyed our stay. The hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Delivered our firewood right to our site. Lots of shade trees, beautiful well groomed trails for walking. Even a dog park, which our Golden Retriever really enjoyed.

  • 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.

  • S
    Oct. 15, 2021

    Holiday RV Campground

    Nice Park

    Nice park for full timers. Large spots to accommodate big rigs and kids. Full hook ups. Cell service great with Verizon hotspot (22u, 20d, 38ms and AT&T cell(27d, 20u, 27ms). Playgrounds everywhere for the kids. Giant dog park and ponds. Pool was closed. Just needs more grass. Our spot was really patchy and resulted in a lot of mud.

    Great campground with polite and helpful staff. Don’t pass this one up.

  • S
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Holiday RV Campground

    Large RV Park

    Nice Park Nice park for full timers. Large spots to accommodate big rigs and kids. Full hook ups. Cell service great with Verizon hotspot(22u, 20d, 38ms and AT&T cell(27d, 20u, 27ms). Playgrounds everywhere for the kids. Giant dog park and ponds. Pool was closed. Just needs more grass. Our spot was really patchy and resulted in a lot of mud. Great campground with polite and helpful staff. Don’t pass this one up.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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 :-)


Guide to Gregory

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Gregory, Michigan, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your furry friends behind. Here are some excellent choices for a memorable camping experience with your pets.

Dog owners appreciate the variety of amenities available

  • At Bishop Lake Campground, you’ll find electric hookups, drinking water, and picnic tables, making it a comfortable stay for both you and your pet.
  • Camp Dearborn offers spacious sites with full hookups and a market nearby, ensuring you have everything you need for a fun camping trip with your dog.
  • Hell Creek Ranch & Campground features clean bathrooms and a friendly atmosphere, perfect for families traveling with pets.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include plenty of activities

Pet owners like the welcoming atmosphere and community

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Gregory, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Gregory, MI is Blind Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area with a 4.7-star rating from 18 reviews.

What is the best site to find dog-friendly camping near Gregory, MI?

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