Several RV campgrounds surround Jonesville, Michigan, situated in Hillsdale County at an elevation of about 1,050 feet. The region features rolling countryside with numerous small lakes and streams typical of southern Michigan's glacial landscape. Most campgrounds in the area operate with limited winter availability, with the camping season generally running from mid-April through late October.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing access on their properties. At Hideaway RV Park, campers can enjoy "a small beach on a pond for fishing" according to Wendy F., who described her first camping experience there as "a delight." The surrounding area has "lakes everywhere just have to choose which one to go to."
Hiking trails: Some Jonesville area campgrounds feature walking paths on their properties. Apple Creek Campground & RV Park has "nice walking/hiking trails connected right to the property" as noted by Robyn H. These trails provide convenient access to nature without leaving the campground.
Agricultural tourism: The countryside around Jonesville RV parks features numerous farms and agricultural attractions. One reviewer at Holiday RV Campground noted the "campground is surrounded by farming/country side. Close to nice small towns and Ann Arbor," making it ideal for those who enjoy rural drives and farm stands.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many RV parks near Jonesville offer larger-than-average camping sites. Curt described Hideaway RV Park as "a diamond in the rough. Very spacious sites, all of which are full hookups for a very reasonable price." Similarly, William D. noted that Apple Creek Campground offers "pretty spacious sites" with a "friendly atmosphere."
Pool facilities: Several campgrounds feature swimming pools for summer recreation. Denise F. mentioned that Holiday RV Campground has "a very new pool" among its amenities. At Apple Creek, Ryan M. noted there were "plenty of activities for the kids including... a swimming pool" among other recreational options.
Shade coverage: Tree cover varies significantly between campgrounds and even within the same facility. At Holiday RV Campground, Denise F. observed that "newer areas have no trees. Older sites have plenty of shade." Apple Creek gets high marks in this category, with one reviewer noting it "has lots of trees (shady sites)."
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Most RV parks around Jonesville close during winter months. Harbor Cove RV Resort operates from "May 1 to Oct 31" according to their listing information. Moscow Maples RV Park runs a similar schedule from "May 1 - Oct 15" while Heartland Woods operates from "May 15 to October 31."
Cell service reliability: Mobile coverage varies by carrier throughout the region. At Holiday RV Campground, Sean N. reported "Cell service great with Verizon hotspot (22u, 20d, 38ms) and AT&T cell (27d, 20u, 27ms)" - providing specific metrics on the connectivity quality.
Site conditions: Ground surfaces at campsites can become problematic in wet weather. Sean N. noted at Holiday RV Campground that it "just needs more grass. Our spot was really patchy and resulted in a lot of mud." At Apple Creek, Ryan M. mentioned their group camping area was "circular and surrounded by trees which helped to keep it cool."
Tips for camping with families
Playground options: Family-friendly campgrounds typically offer multiple play areas. Holiday RV Campground features "playgrounds everywhere for the kids" according to Sean N. Ryan M. noted that Apple Creek Campground offers "plenty of activities for the kids including... basketball court, putt-putt (although it appeared to be outdated)."
Weekend activities: Some RV parks organize special events for children. William D. praised Apple Creek's "great owners that care about the camping experience and provide activities on the weekend for the kids." Ryan M. elaborated that these included "an ice cream sundae bar ($3/person), foam party, hay ride, candy bingo."
Swimming amenities: Pools provide essential summer recreation for families camping near Jonesville. Robyn H. mentioned that Apple Creek "is a well kept campground that has lots of trees (shady sites) and some nice amenities for kids. There is a pool and a volleyball area as well as a playground."
Tips from RVers
Power reliability: Electrical service interruptions occasionally occur at campgrounds. Robyn H. noted that at Apple Creek, "A worker approached my husband to let him know that our site would have power cut for up to 3 hours for maintenance" without prior notice, which affected their stay planning.
RV site selection: Different sections within the same campground often have varying characteristics. At Moscow Maples RV Park, Brenda L. found "the sites were grassy and mostly level. Trees added shade throughout." She also noted it's "a smaller campground with some full timers or seasonal campers."
Big rig accommodation: Most RV parks near Jonesville can handle larger recreational vehicles. Sean N. mentioned that Holiday RV Campground has "large spots to accommodate big rigs" with "full hook ups." Jennifer C. described Hideaway as "small yet mostly quiet local camp" that's "good for short getaways without a ton of kids and loud neighbors."
