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    Camper-submitted photo from Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground
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    1.

    Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

    11 Reviews
    28 Photos
    111 Saves
    Millersburg, Michigan

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp

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    • Phone Service
    • ADA Access
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    Sturgeon Valley Campground

    2 Reviews
    21 Photos
    12 Saves
    Wolverine, Michigan
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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
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    White Pine Canoe SF Campground

    4 Reviews
    8 Photos
    44 Saves
    Luzerne, Michigan

    White Pines Campground is a backcountry campground, with a restroom and a fire ring. This 60 acre greenspace is mostly undeveloped, offering only parking at the main entrance and a single trail through the forest. When the original 20 acres of the park were acquired in 1927, they contained one of the few remaining pure stands of white pines in the county. The park has since been managed with the goal of preserving this stand and enhancing it with plantings of new white pine seedlings.

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      Elk Hill Equestrian River Trail Campground

      1 Review
      1 Save
      Wolverine, Michigan

      Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp

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      • Picnic Table
      • Toilets
      Camper-submitted photo from Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp
      Camper-submitted photo from Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp

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      Rainbow Bend State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp

      2 Reviews
      3 Photos
      36 Saves
      Luzerne, Michigan

      This rustic campground sits along the picturesque shore of the Au Sable River. The campground offers excellent opportunities for trout fishing. Paddlers can easily access the river and use a group camping area. There are 7 sites for tent and small trailer use. Camping is limited to a 15-day maximum stay. Amenities include vault toilets and potable water from a hand-pump well. The campground is located 15 miles east of Grayling via M-72, McMasters Bridge and Conners Flat. Sites available on a first-come, first-serve basis. No reservations.

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      Camper-submitted photo from Wakeley Lake Campground — Huron Manistee National Forests
      Camper-submitted photo from Wakeley Lake Campground — Huron Manistee National Forests
      Camper-submitted photo from Wakeley Lake Campground — Huron Manistee National Forests
      Camper-submitted photo from Wakeley Lake Campground — Huron Manistee National Forests
      Camper-submitted photo from Wakeley Lake Campground — Huron Manistee National Forests
      Camper-submitted photo from Wakeley Lake Campground — Huron Manistee National Forests

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      Wakeley Lake Campground — Huron Manistee National Forests

      2 Reviews
      6 Photos
      Grayling, Michigan

      Overview

      Wakeley Lake Campground is a part of the Wakeley Lake semi-primitive non-motorized area .__The campground is made up of 5 walk-in sites near the east shore of Wakeley Lake.__

      Recreation

      Trail System: The trail system within the Wakeley Lake semi-primitive non-motorized area is 8.5 miles in total. Several loops provide hikers the ability to take a hike that suits their skill level. Trails are also open to bicycles. In the winter, the Wakeley Lake area is groomed for cross country skiing and snowshoing. Water Activities: Non-motorized boating is allowed, however, visitors must hike in with their equiptment. Wakeley Lake is also a peaceful location for other water activites such as swimming and fishing.__

      Facilities

      Trail System: The trail system within the Wakeley Lake semi-primitive non-motorized area is 8.5 miles in total. Several loops provide hikers the ability to take a hike that suits their skill level. Trails are also open to bicycles. In the winter, the Wakeley Lake area is groomed for cross country skiing and snowshoing. Water Activities: Non-motorized boating is allowed, however, visitors must hike in with their equiptment. Wakeley Lake is also a peaceful location for other water activites such as swimming and fishing.__

      Natural Features

      Visitors to the area will be treated to a forested setting that varies from tag alder and conifer swamps to upland jack and white pine mixed with oak. Wakeley Lake Campground and the Lake itself are set relatively close to the parking location in the semi-primitive nonmotorized area. The lake tapers out into a swampy marsh area along the shoreline in some areas. The 2,100 acres area is habitat for loons and eagles and visitors may view loons nesting from March 1 to July 15. Please respect wildlife and view from a distance.

      contact_info

      This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (989) 826-3252.

      Charges & Cancellations

      All reservation changes, cancellations, and refunds are managed through Recreation.gov.

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      $10 / night

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        Keystone Landing State Forest Campground

        2 Reviews
        13 Saves
        Grayling, Michigan

        Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/buy-and-apply/rec-pp

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        • Phone Service
        • ADA Access
        • Tents
        • Standard (Tent/RV)
        Camper-submitted photo from Trails Campground
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        Trails Campground

        1 Review
        6 Photos
        7 Saves
        Frederic, Michigan
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        • Electric Hookups
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        • Reservable
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          Parmalee Bridge State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp

          1 Review
          7 Saves
          Luzerne, Michigan

          Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

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          • Group
          • Standard (Tent/RV)
          • Trash
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            Wakeley Lake Area

            1 Review
            11 Saves
            Grayling, Michigan

            Recreation areas near the Wakeley Lake Area. This is the section of the Huron National Forest furthest west, and most sites are located along or north of M-72.

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          Recent Tent Reviews In Johannesburg

          665 Reviews of 43 Johannesburg Campgrounds


          • Camper-submitted photo from Alpena County Fairground
            September 7, 2024

            Alpena County Fairground

            Better than expected

            Alpena Fairground camp sites are conveniently located right off Route 23 within minutes of local attractions and historic sites.  The RV / trailer sites were spacious enough with water views of the Alpena wildlife sanctuary and Thunder Bay River. The sunset views are lovely. We launched our kayaks right from our site and paddled around the sanctuary.  Be aware, you cannot access Thunder Bay and Lake Huron from here.  Access is blocked off at 9th street dam.  If you want to head into Thunder Bay it’s best to just drive down and launch in at marina.  And if you head down River you will have to paddle upstream to get back, not fun in high winds. Camping is quiet, only a few other campers there.  Be mindful the fairgrounds hosts events during the year.  The circus stopped to perform during our three days there but we didn’t hear a sound or notice anyone around.  The restrooms and showers were clean enough, located near fairground entrance.  Holly the caretaker was courteous to answer my questions over the phone before arrival and during check in. Her home office is located near entrance, it’s a small rancher house.  Water and dump available as well near entrance.  Overall a nice quiet stay.  The should invest in new fire rings.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Alcona Park
            September 5, 2024

            Alcona Park

            very nice campground

            nice campground with plenty of woods and water. rustic sites could be a little more leveled off but not awfully bad. they have full, semi and rustic sites. camped here 4 times and enjoyed my time. PRO'S- great fishing, playgrounds for kids, great for riding bikes, sites are clean and many have good space for larger campers, staff is friendly and reliable. CONS- showers need more pressure, roads can get extremely dusty when it's dry, "beach" is small and rocky and on a slop which is difficult to walk on due to too many rocks in what little sand there is however the whole lakeshore is rocks so wear water shoes, while it didn't bother me, it can get a little loud at nite, after 10pm "quite time" but nothing really serious, some rustic sites could use some dirt to level them up but manageable, rustic sites, IMO, are a little expensive at $20 a night but I've camped at others that were $40! summing my review up, I enjoyed every time I camped here! caught lots of fish from walleye to crappie, even a 6.3lb small mouth bass!! very nice campground that I will continue to camp at and recommend!!

          • Camper-submitted photo from Haakwood State Forest Campground
            September 1, 2024

            Haakwood State Forest Campground

            Rustic campground

            Stayed here Labor Day weekend. It was my first time staying at a State Forest campground; it has the basics like a hand pump for water, pit toilets and a dumpster. Site 12 had a spot for my hammock. Watch out for poison ivy. The only downside is that other campers don't know how to behave at night. They think karaoke and screaming at their domestic partner at 1:42 am is acceptable.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Chain-O-Lakes Campground
            August 11, 2024

            Chain-O-Lakes Campground

            Will be back!

            Our time at this campground has been exceptional. The grounds are kept very clean and tidy, the camp store had what we needed, and the atmosphere is very quiet and calming. Everything on our full hookup site worked good and our site itself was level.

            Our weather wasn’t very good, 66 and rainy, but we made the best of our time by going downtown Bellaire and visiting Shorts Brewing. The little town has some cute shops and is only 8 minutes from the campground.

            We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to book again next year.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Hoeft State Park Campground
            August 5, 2024

            Hoeft State Park Campground

            Great overnight on Lake Huron

            I enjoyed this campsite. Maybe it was because of it being a Sunday night, but it didn’t feel very crowded and was fairly quiet. It’s close to the water (just a short walk over the dunes so you can’t actually see the lake from your site.) I had electric and the bathrooms had showers, though they definitely could use an update. The only thing that could have made this place better was if they allowed dogs on the beach! I was traveling alone and would have loved to have walked the beach with my pup.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground
            July 30, 2024

            Ocqueoc Falls State Forest Campground

            Rustic

            Amazing rustic campground. First come first serve sites, a well with pump for water and clean vault toilets. Walk along the Ocqueoc River to the falls, walk the path through the campground or park at the site and take a short trip to the falls. Large and small sites, friendly staff.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Whiting County Park Campground
            July 27, 2024

            Whiting County Park Campground

            Awesome Campground

            First timers. Very pleased with our stay. Reservation system is awesome, and easy to follow. Bathhouse was clean and fresh smelling. Even with all the rain we had during the stay, the bathhouse never got overly soiled. Water has a very heavy sulphor smell, but that's the way it goes with Michigan well water. Our Tear drop camper had fresh water on-board, so we were good to go. We've stayed at Young State Park across the way. Given what I know now, Whiting Park will be our"go to" park in the future. Again, Very Pleased.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Cheboygan State Park Campground
            July 27, 2024

            Cheboygan State Park Campground

            Peaceful & plentiful

            Cheboygan State Park is a must do for all campers! This is a hidden gem. Many of the campsites walk out to Lake Huron and there’s a perfect breeze from the water to the campsite to keep all of the bugs away. Very peaceful and the campsites are very private and quiet. Happily surprised and will be back! Very dog friendly, great hiking trails, and the beach is very sandy!

          • Camper-submitted photo from Magnus Park Campground
            July 27, 2024

            Magnus Park Campground

            Magus Park Great location

            Great location, right on the lake and awesome views. Also very convenient to North country Trail to ride or run up and down the Lakeshore on a paved path! Very close to town to walk in and see the sites. Stayed by the water treatment plant and I wouldn’t recommend the West End as you could smell the treatments. Bathrooms were clean and convenient location. Spaces were extremely close together! Many people stayed for the whole summer. It seemed like.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp
            July 21, 2024

            Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp

            Quite, Spacious sites

            Most campgrounds we have been to had lots of road noise but not this one! We stayed for 2 nights/3days and this campground was quite.

            The vault toilets were well stocked with toilet paper, although one had a hornets nest inside and the other was extremely smelly.

            Access to the river was good and the sites were a decent size with privacy in between.

            We enjoyed walking some of the nearby trails

          • Camper-submitted photo from Hartwick Pines State Park Campground
            July 15, 2024

            Hartwick Pines State Park Campground

            Hartwick Pines State Park Campground

            Very nice and well maintained campground. Bath house facilities were very clean, and campsites were fairly spaced, giving decent privacy. There are some activities in the area related to the park. All in all a very nice State Park campground.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Otsego Lake State Park Campground
            July 12, 2024

            Otsego Lake State Park Campground

            Nice surprise

            First time camping here. Site 72 had a nice view if the make. Very nice park. Bathrooms s d dhowers ckean for really need to be upgraded. They have a ni. ce dog beach bit no real wslking trails as it is only 64 acres. Very nice beach! Already booked our next trip there.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Young State Park Campground
            July 1, 2024

            Young State Park Campground

            Favorite state park

            I love this state park. It is located right on beautiful lake charlevoix. The campground doesn't have any road noise. The beach is long and sandy and there are lots of hiking and biking trails.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Otsego Lake State Park Campground
            July 1, 2024

            Otsego Lake State Park Campground

            State Park in Gaylord

            The park has a small sandy beach the swim area is sandy. The playground needs some updating. A lot of the sites back up to the busy road and you can hear road traffic noise all day and night.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek Resort
            July 1, 2024

            Beaver Creek Resort

            Rv resort in Gaylord

            Campground across the road from Otsego Lake. The campground has lots to do for kids but the sites are small and the trees are small.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Waterways Campground
            July 1, 2024

            Waterways Campground

            Beautiful campground in Cheboygan

            This is a great campground if you like to bring your boat along too. We were able to tie our boat up and use it all weekend. The campground is beautiful with an awesome dog park as well.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Gaylord KOA
            July 1, 2024

            Gaylord KOA

            KOA Campground right outside Gaylord

            This is so great koa with no road noise. The trees are mature and beautiful. This is a great laid back, family campground. The sites are bigger than other campgrounds in the area.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Jackson Lake State Forest Campground
            June 29, 2024

            Jackson Lake State Forest Campground

            Quiet private camping on a small but charming lake

            Large wooded sites- many with lake access. Clean and stocked outhouses. Small lake but opportunities for fishing and swimming. Some road noise is noticeable.

          • Camper-submitted photo from Whitewater Township Park Campground
            June 25, 2024

            Whitewater Township Park Campground

            Great Location with Potential but...

            I was disappointed in the campground after having high expectations from previous reviews.  Sites were fine, good size and maybe could have been some planting between sites.  My concern was that there was only one bathroom, for the entire campground.  They were filthy, cleaned once daily which was considerably less than other campgrounds.  There was a sanitary pad discarded behind a toilet for over 24 hours. Possibly this is the norm, and guests were more disgusting than usual.  The scenic overlook deck was littered with toilet paper where someone had taken to using this area as their own restroom.  The grass and trails weren't mowed and the park attendant said they were changing mowing services, I understand that.  The water hose used to clean tanks had been cut off or fallen off, and when this was showed to a worker, they said they'd tell the manager.  What day, no one knows because he got in his car and left for the night.  The next day it was not fixed.

            Which brings me to the point that while there were three people in the guard house, no one was really doing much.  No one drove around checking on things, no one walked a common path to see discarded trash, etc.  The on duty person left at 8PM.  This is all a management issue, not the campground itself. 

            I have camped at local/municipally owned campgrounds in Michigan before and was very happy, and gladly went with this campground but was disappointed.

          • Camper-submitted photo from South Higgins Lake State Park Campground
            June 13, 2024

            South Higgins Lake State Park Campground

            Great campground but you cant reserve a spot

            Well, the campground is old. Everything works very well. The sites are decent size. They’re plenty of small playgrounds throughout the campground. The beach is amazing the views awesome however when it comes to booking, it’s impossible to get a spot somehow they’re already booked before they even allowed to be booked and it’s every good spot



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