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TravelerLeelanau State Park Campground
Great Location, Quiet Campground
Camped right on the lake. Spots are a little small, tight and rocky.
Cabin Camping near Lake Ann, MI
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Several cabin options exist within a short drive of Lake Ann, Michigan, providing accommodations at various comfort levels. Rustic Retreat offers a secluded cabin experience with electricity and basic furnishings surrounded by maple trees. Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort provides cabin rentals with more amenities including water and electric hookups. "The cabin was cute and cozy, I slept like a baby," noted one visitor about Rustic Retreat. Interlochen State Park's Duck Lake Campground features cabin options with picnic tables and fire rings, providing a more structured camping experience while maintaining rustic charm. Most cabins in the area include access to drinking water and toilet facilities, though shower availability varies by location.
Options range from tiny log cabins to spacious family-sized layouts near Lake Ann. Traverse City KOA offers standard cabin accommodations with typical KOA amenities including fire pits and picnic tables. Lake Leelanau RV Park provides waterfront cabin options open from May through October. According to one visitor, "This cabin is a joy to stay in... has electricity, and basically everything you need to have a good time." Most cabins in the region require advance reservations, especially during summer months when tourism peaks. Pet policies vary significantly between properties, with some like Rustic Retreat welcoming pets while others maintain strict no-pet policies.
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic cooking facilities typically include fire rings or grills, with some locations offering more extensive kitchen setups. Several campgrounds including Timber Ridge and Traverse City KOA maintain on-site markets for basic provisions. Northern Exposure Campground provides cabin rentals with firewood available for purchase. Campers should verify what supplies are included before arrival, as amenities vary widely between rustic and more developed cabin options. Advance grocery shopping in Traverse City is recommended for extended stays, as local options near Lake Ann itself are limited.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Lake Ann (44)
1. Green Lake Rustic South — Interlochen State Park
"July 2026, Rustic camping with large mostly level sites. The boat launch area separates the 600 (north) vs the 700 (south) sites."
"Sites had picnic table, fire-ring, electrical, and no parking pad. Restrooms & showers were clean and well maintained."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $120 / night
2. Traverse City State Park Campground
"300+ sites, pet friendly, sites for all shapes and sizes. Open year round, with heated cabins. It's a great location, just across from Traverse Bay with just across the road."
"While I typically prefer more rustic camping, this was a fantastic and easy way to enjoy Traverse City."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $45 - $100 / night
3. Indigo Bluffs RV Park
"Also they have small cabins. They offer full hookups as well as 30 & 50 amp service. Nice shower and bathroom facilities, coin laundry, pool, and camp store."
"It has a fire pit, nearby bathrooms, WiFi, and was in short driving distance to the Sleeping Bear Dunes and Traverse City."
4. Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort
"There is a camp store, turbo bikes, a variety of family activities, a pool, playground, bike park, equipment and rentals, laundry facility, cabins, cottages, and yurts for rent."
"We were searching for a super last minute campground near Traverse City for Memorial Weekend and everything within a quick drive seemed booked."
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $260 / night
5. Green Lake Rustic North — Interlochen State Park
"July 2026, Rustic camping with large mostly level sites. The boat launch area separates the 600 (north) vs the 700 (south) sites."
"If you are going to this state park camp at the green lake rustic sites! These sites are bigger and more spread out. I had a spot that was great for my hammock. Some right on the lake!"
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $120 / night
6. Duck Lake Campground — Interlochen State Park
"Typical rustic camper, so camping close to others is not my typical cup of tea, but I messed up my rustic campsite reservation by week and managed to get the last open spot for the weekend in the main"
"Very low key, quiet camping."
Check Availabilityfrom $27 - $90 / night
7. Betsie River Campsite
"Bathrooms are always clean as are the showers. There's wood and ice on the property. A great little cafet. A small general store. We have so much fun here. Tge owners are amazing."
"All sites have electric. They have lots of little cute cabins through the park as well. They have a small simple playground that my kids loved! Super close to Lake Michigan and the river."
Check Availabilityfrom $33 - $85 / night
8. Rustic Retreat
"Came up here for my anniversary getaway with my fiancé, booked for two nights and the second day had an emergency come up and had to leave!"
"This cabin is a joy to stay in. Brennin, Jamie, and their dog Rue are gracious hosts."
from $55 - $75 / night
9. Traverse City KOA Holiday
"This KOA is just south of Traverse City and very centrally located to all that makes this area so awesome! Wineries, Sleep Bear Dunes, golf courses, and of course downtown Traverse City."
"Tents, RVs, and Cabins! Camper’s choice! This place is the perfect spot to camp to get away yet stay close to Home (if you live nearby!). Its great for a traveler as well."
Check Availabilityfrom $60 - $120 / night
10. Lively Acres Campground
"They offer 40x50 sites, fire pits, and a picnic table. Potable water hydrants and porta-johns are available! Check them out and come back here to leave them some love."
"There were no plumbed toilets or showers. The planted trees and shrubs are young, so there is no shade or privacy between sites yet."
Check Availabilityfrom $35 - $60 / night
Drive Time
- 20 min from Traverse City, MI
- 2 hrs 8 min from Midland, MI
- 2 hrs 13 min from Muskegon, MI
- 4 hrs 40 min from Green Bay, WI
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Cabin Reviews near Lake Ann, MI
356 Reviews of 44 Lake Ann Campgrounds
- Kathie M.
LegendLeelanau State Park Campground
Beautiful Lake Michigan front campground
My all time favorite small, Lake Michigan front campground. Rustic (except mini cabins which have electricity). No showers, but there is potable water. Beautiful lake front sites as well as some in trees. Beautiful lighthouse, playground (including horseshoes) and picnic area. Phenomenal hiking trails south of campground-one trail leads directly to a pristine remote beach. Dogs are allowed on trails w/ leash(but not on beach mid April thru August due to Piping Plover nesting). Campground is quiet and serene. My all time favorite. Only downside is if you are in the cabins or on South sites you can hear road noise during day. Not horrible but irritating.
Carly A.
ScoutLeelanau State Park Campground
Favorite Michigan Campground
Love this campground. I’ve stayed in the same site 3 times now. It’s the perfect blend of rustic, private but close enough to town. Bathrooms are always clean.
The raccoons are present and bold this year though. This is a first in my experiences here.
- AAnne D.Scout
Lake Leelanau RV Park
Beautiful campground
Would definitely stay here again. Our site is close to the beach. Clean and right on the lake.
- BBlair W.Scout
East Jordan Tourist Park
Family friendly
It is a pretty nice camp ground. The spaces are small and neighbors are really close. But we are close to water spirt rentals. Nice beach on beautiful Lake Charlevoix. Playground is big and fun for kiddos. The shower rooms are dated and old, but seem clean. We will be back for sure. The pros outweigh the cons
Kristy W.
GuideOrchard Beach State Park Campground
Lk Michigan sunsets included
Ideal location to explore Manistee county, just north of city. The trolley bus offers rides to town and back. New bath house, updated facilities and most sites include electric. Nice hiking trails across the road, the outer loop is a 2mile walk. Just north of here are the largest sequoia trees east of the Mississippi River. Park offers Hammocks for daytime use over looking the Lk Michigan bluffline. Pet friendly.
- Kristy W.Guide
Duck Lake Campground — Interlochen State Park
Michigan's 1st State Park
Interlochen SP is one of my favs. Very low key, quiet camping. The bath houses are clean and well kept, rangers are helpful and you're so close to Traverse City for day trips or seasonal outdoor concerts across the road at World Class Interlochen Center for the Arts. Great CG for fishing, swimming & boating on Duck Lake. I would have given them a 5 if there were someplace to fish from shore. enjoy
Katie S.ScoutTimber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort
Do not Recommend
I have been a returning guest at Timber Ridge RV& Recreation Resort for two years, and until now, I genuinely believed this campground would become my family’s yearly vacation spot. We enjoyed the amenities, the convenience of the on‑site store, and the community atmosphere. My husband and I even brought additional guests with us and encouraged others to stay here. The Halloween activities were especially memorable for my grandkids, and for a long time, Timber Ridge felt like a second home. Unfortunately, my recent experience with their strict cancellation policy has changed my view of the park entirely. Timber Ridge enforces a non‑refundable policy for any reservation canceled within 30 days of arrival, regardless of circumstances. This policy is applied exactly as written, with no flexibility. Even when cancellations are caused by unavoidable life events— such as work obligations or family emergencies— Timber Ridge does not offer partial refunds, reduced fees, credits, or reasonable compromises. In 2022, management exercised discretion and issued me a partial refund with a$25 processing fee, even though that cancellation was also inside the 30‑day window. That experience made me believe Timber Ridge valued loyalty and understood that life can be unpredictable. However, they have now stated that this past accommodation does not set any precedent, and they no longer consider similar situations eligible for exceptions. Their current stance reflects a strictly business‑first approach, with no meaningful consideration for returning guests or individual circumstances. I also attempted to negotiate a fair compromise that would benefit both myself and the business— including partial credit, a reduced refund, or a courtesy reschedule. My attempt at negotiation was ignored entirely, and their reply treated the suggestion as though it were inappropriate. Their emails included snide, dismissive remarks that reframed my words, minimized my reservation history, and implied I had mischaracterized my experience. This tone made it clear that customer‑focused problem‑solving is no longer part of their approach. The FAQ mentions the possibility of a one‑time courtesy reschedule, but Timber Ridge clarified that this is optional and not guaranteed. In my case, no reschedule, credit, or refund was offered. While I understand the need for clear policies, the rigid enforcement of this one— without empathy, discretion, or any willingness to work with guests— significantly impacts the guest experience. Policies that prioritize revenue protection over customer satisfaction can discourage repeat visitors and undermine the sense of community that many families value in a long‑term camping destination. Based on this experience, I will be seeking other accommodations in the future. I hope Timber Ridge considers how strictly applying this policy affects guests who previously viewed the resort as a second home.
- AAaron T.Traveler
Leelanau State Park Campground
Perfect beachfront campsite
I loved everything about this campsite. It had its own view and access to the beach. In fact, it was so close you could hear the waves throughout the night. I sat outside on a clear night and gazed at the stars for I don’t know how long. It was so peaceful. I highly recommend one of the sites along the water, but the other campsites looked very nice too.
Yes, sites are close, but I didn’t have a problem with lack of privacy.
At site 25, there is not a lot of cover during the day, so it can get quite hot if there’s no other shelter.
Guide to Lake Ann
Cabin camping near Lake Ann, Michigan offers direct access to the Leelanau Peninsula's rolling terrain at 860 feet of elevation. The area features dense maple forests and proximity to both inland lakes and Lake Michigan shorelines. Seasonal variations affect cabin availability, with peak occupancy from June through August when temperatures average 75-80°F during daytime hours.
What to do
Bike trail access: Betsie River Campsite connects directly to paved regional bike paths. "It's right on a bike path and it's less than a 3 mile walk/bike ride to downtown Frankfort and the lakeshore, which has a ton of things to do," notes Chris W. at Betsie River Campsite.
Kayaking options: Water access from Northern Exposure Campground provides direct river entry points. "Easy water access for very little children and non-motorized boats/Kayaks," states Anne G. from Northern Exposure Campground, which maintains riverside cabin sites approximately 30 minutes from Lake Ann.
Winery visits: The Lake Ann region connects to Traverse City's wine country. "Close to all that makes this area so awesome! Wineries, Sleep Bear Dunes, golf courses, and of course downtown Traverse City," reports Chris R., who stayed at Traverse City KOA, which offers standard cabin accommodations.
What campers like
Lake access: Duck Lake Campground at Interlochen State Park features water access for swimming. "The beach here is ideal for children, staying very shallow out to the buoy markers for the swimming area," reports Edward C. from Duck Lake Campground, where cabin options include access to the lake within walking distance.
Private settings: Rustic Retreat offers secluded cabin options. "Gorgeous property with a huge canopy of maple trees, lovely campfire spot and a cute cabin. Slept like a log," says Andrea D. who stayed at Rustic Retreat in a cabin surrounded by maple forest.
Central location: Many cabin sites serve as bases for regional exploration. "We picked this area because there is so much to do around here," explains Aaron C. from Lake Leelanau RV Park, where waterfront cabin options remain available from May through October.
What you should know
Site differences: Space between cabins varies significantly between properties. "Sites are small and pretty close together, but shaded with electric at site (134) and centrally located bathhouse with hot water and well kept," reports Colleen S. about Traverse City State Park Campground.
Reservation timing: Peak summer cabin rentals require advance planning. "We could only reserve 3 nights in a row then move to a second site for the last night," notes Aaron C. about Lake Leelanau RV Park, highlighting reservation challenges during summer months.
Noise levels: Sound conditions vary considerably between cabin locations. "Busy with all of those sites (which were full when I was there), thus noisy. The noise was increased by the very busy highway 31 in front and the airport and railroad behind," explains Annie C. regarding Traverse City State Park Campground.
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