White River RV Park and Campground provides riverside camping options 30 miles from Hesperia, Michigan, offering full hookup campsites on level sites along the White River. Campgrounds in the region balance natural settings with modern conveniences. Most RV sites near Hesperia maintain river access for recreation while offering essential services for motorhomes and travel trailers.
What to do
Kayaking on White River: White River RV Park & Campground offers river access with options to bring your own boat or rent from nearby outfitters. "We brought our kayaks and just brought one vehicle up the river to the start point to put in and got out right at the campground," shares Cassondra P., highlighting the convenience of on-site river access.
Golfing and go-karts: Hill & Hollow Campground & RV Park features AJ's Family Fun Center with mini-golf, go-karts and arcade games within walking distance of campsites. A camper noted, "There is an AJ's fun center there that has mini-golf, go carts and games," making it ideal for families seeking additional entertainment beyond traditional camping.
Swimming pools: Several campgrounds maintain heated pools for swimming when weather permits. "There are three heated pool on the property – two outdoor and one indoor with and two spas," reports one Poncho's Pond visitor, while another camper at Hill & Hollow mentioned their "wonderful pool" as a key amenity during summer stays.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Consistently mentioned across reviews is the exceptional cleanliness of bathrooms and common areas. One visitor to Poncho's Pond RV Park observed, "There are two laundry rooms and three bathrooms that are very modern and clean," while another noted the campground is "very well-maintained with nicely mowed grass."
Level concrete sites: Many campgrounds offer paved parking areas for easier RV setup. "Clean sites, we stayed in an area that had mature trees for shade, but the new area is open. Cement parking. About 10' of grass between spots," reports a visitor to Vacation Station RV Resort, appreciating both the hardscaping and site spacing.
River recreation: White River RV Park receives praise for its location alongside the river, allowing for water activities. As Dave P. explains, "There's a great variety of campsites available with a north woods bent! Management does a fine job of cleanliness, neatness and extreme attention to detail."
What you should know
Seasonal operations: Most campgrounds open from April or May through October, with specific dates varying by location. Hill & Hollow operates May 1 to October 31, while Vacation Station RV Resort maintains an April 15 to October 31 season, requiring advance planning for spring and fall camping.
Site privacy varies: Reviews indicate significant differences in site spacing and privacy. At White River RV Park, one dissatisfied camper reported, "Campsites are right on top of each other, so very little privacy," while others at different campgrounds appreciated more spacious accommodations.
Service attentiveness: Staff responsiveness differs between properties. White River RV Park received praise from Dave P. who noted, "The management keeps a dedicated maintenance man available and on 24 hour call! He will aid and assist everything from lock outs to rookie campers doing their first sanitation drain, to motor vehicle issues."
Tips for camping with families
Pool activities: Woods and Water RV Resort offers a swimming area with water slides that appeals to children. "Great staff! Sites are spacious. Easy to back into. Very quite! Wonderful little swim area with water slide. Wonderful trails for hiking. Lots of activities," shares Amie R., highlighting the family-friendly amenities.
Beach proximity: Several campgrounds provide convenient access to Lake Michigan beaches. Melissa M. notes that Hill & Hollow Campground is "2 minutes to Lake Michigan beaches" and "The playground on the beach is perfect for younger kids," making it ideal for families wanting both campground amenities and beach time.
Organized activities: Availability of planned events varies seasonally. One Poncho's Pond visitor explained, "We stay during their Halloween weekend. They had all kinds of activities going on including haunted hayrides, trick-or-treating, and site decorating contest," showing the special programming some campgrounds offer for family entertainment.
Tips from RVers
Dump station timing: Several RVers mention avoiding Sunday morning dump station lines. "Reasonable checkout and check in times. In at 3 PM out by 1 PM," notes Ricky M. about River Ridge RV Resort, suggesting mid-day departures help avoid the morning rush at dump stations.
Seasonal RV options: Many campgrounds offer seasonal RV sites for those wanting longer stays. "This is a very nice RV resort where you can be a transit RVer or be a season RVer," explains one River Ridge visitor, highlighting options for both short visits and extended seasonal camping at RV sites near Hesperia.
Full hookup availability: Most campgrounds provide complete hookups including water, electric and sewer connections. "All 257 sites are full hook-up (with cable), level, and have paved patios and for a $2 up charge you can get a paved site," explains a Poncho's Pond RV Park visitor, detailing the comprehensive site services.
