Cabin options near Hudson, Michigan range from rustic to modern accommodations within an hour's drive. The region features glacial lakes with sandy beaches where cabin rentals provide year-round access to outdoor recreation. Many cabin sites offer electrical hookups with varying degrees of privacy and lake access.
What to do
Stargazing at dark sky preserve: Lake Hudson Recreation Area features exceptional night sky viewing opportunities. "Lake Hudson is a dark sky preserve full of trees, nature and a beautiful lake," notes one camper who appreciated the natural setting. Another visitor specifically came for astronomical events: "I was here on 8/11/18 to 8/12/18. I laid out on a cot by the beach area to watch the sky."
Fishing from lakefront sites: Several camping cabins near Hudson allow direct water access for anglers. At Lake Hudson Recreation Area, "There are only a few waterfront sites and they are very hard to get. Great for fishing, wildlife viewing and swimming," according to one reviewer. Some sites even feature private lake access where campers can moor fishing boats.
Winter recreation: Unlike many seasonal facilities, several cabin sites remain open year-round. At W. J. Hayes State Park Campground, visitors can experience all four seasons with access to winter activities on Wamplers Lake. The park offers "access to Round lake and Wamplers lake" with "a decent beach and park" for warm-weather activities.
What campers like
Private, wooded sites: Many cabin campers appreciate the secluded setting at certain locations. "Each site is separated from the next by young forest, so it lends to a very private and secluded atmosphere," writes one visitor to Lake Hudson. Another camper at Pokagon State Park Campground notes the "trails, beaches, boats, horses... so many things to do."
Family activities: Beyond basic accommodations, families appreciate organized events. At Indian Creek Camp & Conference Center, "Kids love it and a great time to bond w others!" One visitor mentioned unique attractions: "We enjoyed visiting the llamas...Yes, they have llamas! And we even got to use the zip line which was a lot of fun."
Budget-friendly options: Cabin camping provides economical alternatives to hotels. "The rate is reasonable at $20/night, but you also have to purchase a Michigan state park passport for each car that enters," notes one Lake Hudson visitor. Sites are "lakeside, privacy & low priced" according to another camper who appreciated the value.
What you should know
Bathroom facilities vary significantly: Cabins near Hudson have widely differing bathroom options. At Lake Hudson, "The facilities are rustic. The facilities are port a potty type with wooden walls and cement floor. No showers. A hand pump well for water." Alternatively, Harrison Lake State Park Campground offers "modern toilets and showers" with "campground showers and bathrooms [that] are clean."
Electrical considerations: Most cabin sites provide electricity, but setup varies. "Extension or long electrical cords may be needed, as boxes are at back end and halfway to next site over," advises one Lake Hudson visitor. Another notes the campground has "30 amp electrical boxes if you want to plug something in."
Seasonal availability changes: Winter cabin access differs by location. At Lake Hudson, November visitors found "only the die hard, hunters and fishermen are here." Conversely, summer weekends book quickly: "It is very well sought after, and I tried it earlier in October, but weekends are full."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Apple Creek Campground & RV Park offers "plenty of activities for the kids including an ice cream sundae bar ($3/person), foam party, hat ride, candy bingo, basketball court, putt-putt." Another reviewer appreciated how "owners care about the camping experience and provide activities on the weekend for the kids."
Water recreation options: Families enjoy swimming areas at most cabin locations. Harrison Lake State Park has "a lake to cool off in that's not too far from the south loop sites" and offers "bike rentals which was fun as well. We did not use it, but there is a dog beach as well."
Pack entertainment for rustic sites: Some cabin locations have limited structured activities. At Lake Hudson, families should bring their own entertainment as one camper noted, "We had a beautiful fire and dutch oven dinner." Another mentioned, "We were worried about mosquitos but we only saw one."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger units: RVers should research specific cabins for size compatibility. At Gateway Park Campground, "The sites are all paved with plenty of space and with grass and shade." However, at other parks like W.J. Hayes, "If your longer than 40ft be aware most sites will not work for you here, they do have some but the wood line, privacy and nature is great."
Water and electrical hookup logistics: RVers staying in cabins should verify utility arrangements. "Our camper is self contained so this campground was a test of just how well all the systems work," notes one Lake Hudson visitor who discovered there was "only 1 hand pump that I saw for all the campers to get water from."
Dump station availability: Not all cabin campgrounds provide on-site waste disposal. "They don't sell firewood there but a short drive gets you deal from the local farmer, the campground has no dump station so we had to drive to the next State campground, about a 30 minute drive," advises one Lake Hudson camper.
