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Best Glamping near Lake City, MI

200 Reviews

Several glamping sites around Cadillac, Michigan house unique outdoor accommodations with upscale amenities. Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park and Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort feature premium glamping accommodations with electricity, comfortable bedding, and climate control options. These sites maintain a natural wooded setting while providing luxury touches like private decks and stylish interiors. Most locations offer full bathrooms with hot showers and flush toilets nearby, allowing guests to enjoy nature without sacrificing comfort. Some properties include kitchenettes or outdoor cooking areas equipped with propane grills and food preparation spaces. According to a camper, "This campground is a small gem close to Cadillac, MI. The owners are friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Showers were hot and bathrooms were clean."

The glamping experience extends beyond comfortable accommodations with numerous recreational activities integrated into the natural surroundings. Seasonal programming at these resorts includes guided nature walks, outdoor yoga sessions, and stargazing events throughout warmer months. Most sites provide easy access to Higgins Lake, the Manistee River, and extensive trail systems for hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing. Several glamping resorts maintain private beaches or waterfront access with kayak and paddleboard rentals available. One reviewer highlighted the experience: "Very secluded in the State Forest but only a half hour from downtown Traverse City. This facility meets the recreation need of a diverse cross section of Michigan residents." Winter visitors can enjoy nearby cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing opportunities with heated glamping accommodations serving as cozy base camps.

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Best Glamping Sites Near Lake City, Michigan (38)

    1. Rvino - Camp Cadillac, LLC

    3 Reviews
    Cadillac, MI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 775-9724

    $37 - $999 / night

    "Pool and petting zoo for the kids. Small store with ice, few necessities and ice cream. Pond in the back on the small river for fishing. Quite a few seasonal campers."

    "Great little campground just on the outskirts of Cadillac. Great rates especially for full hookups."

    2. Cadillac Woods Campground

    4 Reviews
    Cadillac, MI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 825-2012

    "This campground is a small gem close to Cadillac, MI. The owners are friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Showers were hot and bathrooms were clean."

    "This campground is the perfect spot if you want to still have a camping experience and get away from RV parks. The terrain there makes for a beautiful view."

    3. Hopkins Creek State Forest Campground

    2 Reviews
    Fife Lake, MI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 775-9727

    $15 / night

    "It is way back in but you'll be so impressed by the beauty and secluded serene area, that you won't want to leave. The front area is equestrian also, if that's your thing."

    "Drive into this, you'll love it forever!"

    4. Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    3 Reviews
    Fife Lake, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 857-8000

    $25 - $55 / night

    "We rented a extra site, so nobody could rent near us, sooo nice! Very close to Manistee River and canoe/raft liveries, very fun family togetherness activity."

    "Very clean, very kind and helpful staff!"

    5. North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    16 Reviews
    Higgins Lake, MI
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 821-6125

    "We’re used to Texas parks where that would NOT fly😆 But everyone respected the quiet hours so we had no noise issues at night. Easy access to the water from everywhere thanks to groomed paths."

    "We stayed in a travel trailer on site 73 the week before the 4th of July week. The park and bathrooms were always clean, showers were clean and had good water pressure."

    6. Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park

    17 Reviews
    Mesick, MI
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 885-1199

    $30 - $45 / night

    "If you are looking for rugged, wilderness / secluded camping its probably not your place but for everyone else it's a hidden gem.  

    Nice spots both on the river show and across the road. "

    "Nice little camp store and pizza restaurant on site. Great playground, evening activities. Nice mix of electric hook up, R.V. and tent sites. Boat rentals, etc."

    7. Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort

    21 Reviews
    Traverse City, MI
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 947-2770

    $60 - $260 / night

    "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."

    "Staff was all Great. Had a well stocked camp store."

    8. South Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Roscommon, MI
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 821-6374

    "Higgins lake is beautiful. The water is less than waist deep for about 100 yards out and then drops off to about 90' deep. The water color is amazing when the sun is out."

    "There are 2 bathhouses (bathrooms with separate showers), the one bathroom was much nicer than the other. The lake is absolutely gorgeous."

    9. Veterans Memorial Park

    1 Review
    Evart, MI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 667-0100

    "There are electric at the sites and there were water supply spigots throughout the park.  They do have free wifi, but it is very weak by the river sites. "

    10. Traverse City KOA

    9 Reviews
    Buckley, MI
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 269-4562

    "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."

    "Nice pool and friendly staff! Lots of kids though as they have a massive kids playground."

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  • A
    May. 28, 2019

    Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park

    Awesome for Families & Big Groups / All Ages

    This campground is perfect for campers of most experience and age levels.  If you are looking for rugged, wilderness / secluded camping its probably not your place but for everyone else it's a hidden gem.  

    Nice spots both on the river show and across the road.  Easy water access for very little children and non-motorized boats / Kayaks, etc.  Nicely equipped playground and evening activities at the Camp Store/Office on special weekends.  

    This campground has the cleanest restroom/shower facilities of any campground I have been too.  Also the staff is very friendly and helpful.

    One tip, fire pits do not have grill tops attached and the pit opening is pretty wide.

  • Kathie M.
    Jun. 20, 2020

    North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    Overnite stay in cabin

    One nite stay in cabin. Cabin had electricity, mini fridge, electricity and bunk beds. Only complaint was cabin was close to fairly busy road.

  • D
    Nov. 25, 2023

    Cycle Moore Campground

    Motorcyclist friendly campground

    I've been there several times.  This campground has been around a long time and is well known by motorcyclists in Michigan.  It's located behind their motorcycle repair shop.  It's not a fancy campground, but it is a bargain at $10.  The northern loop has electric outlets.  The southern loop is rustic camping (groups usually camp there).  Restrooms, showers and a pavilion.  Pay the $10 at their shop.  If the shop is closed either someone will come around or you can settle up in the morning.  Firewood available on site.  Village is 1.5 miles away to get supplies.

  • Christie L.
    Aug. 8, 2020

    North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    Nice overnite stay

    We stayed for a quick overnight and wish we could have stayed longer. If we stayed again - we’d pick site 101. Little more privacy than the rest. We stayed at 137 which backed up to the woods which was lovely. This is a very bustling and full campground with lots of groups and families. Lot’s of kids on bikes. We were surprised to see a group with a full bar right out front on their site. We’re used to Texas parks where that would NOT fly😆 But everyone respected the quiet hours so we had no noise issues at night. Easy access to the water from everywhere thanks to groomed paths. Nice long but narrow sandy beach great for the kids to swim. Busy but very fun place to camp!

  • S
    Jun. 14, 2020

    Rvino - Camp Cadillac, LLC

    Not fancy, but nice

    Really nice little campground. Not fancy, but clean and well kept. Pool and petting zoo for the kids. Small store with ice, few necessities and ice cream. Pond in the back on the small river for fishing. Quite a few seasonal campers. Anywhere from rustic to full hook up. Pet friendly. All gravel/dirt/grass sites. Most have trees. Fire pits quite small. Bathrooms very nice and updated.

  • p
    Jul. 8, 2021

    Holiday Park Campground

    Too close

    Love the park per my first review on lot 145.
    Lot 188 area very tight with campfires and neighbors septic connection near your vehicles. The hookups and fire pit layouts don’t make sense….we didn’t have a fire thought it was too close to neighbors trailer.

  • C
    Jun. 14, 2020

    Traverse City KOA

    Great family campground!!

    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. This campground is very well laid out and easy to maneuver any size rig. The front part of the campground is very well shaded, however, many sites are only a few feet away from M37, which can get noisy from the traffic. The back half of the campground is a little more open, but most sites are still partially shaded. The owners and staff are very friendly and accommodating. Fire wood and ice are available and they will deliver right to your site. As the caption says, great family campground. If you have kids, this is the place for you! With that being said, here is why I gave a four star rating.....we were asked promptly at 10pm to turn our music off, which wasn’t loud at all. Beyond our campsite it could not be heard at all. They have what they call a strict 10pm-8am quiet hours. At 7am there were at least 8-10 kids riding bikes and scooters all over the campground and nothing was said. I appreciate a them having policies and creating a place for families to make memories, but please enforce those policies for everyone. Oh, and one last thing....they are very pet friendly! I have never seen a campground with so many dogs! Ours had a blast!

  • C
    Jul. 21, 2022

    Whitewater Township Park Campground

    Perfect camping

    Great sites with electric and water. Dump on site, very clean bathrooms and helpful staff. The campground has great Elk Lake access and some sites have views of the lake. Well kept, ice and firewood for sale on site.

  • Shelly B.
    Sep. 23, 2020

    Pine Meadows

    Ever want your own vacation property? You can have it here!

    My 1st experience with Tentrr convinced me that this is the way to have my own private oasis! Upon arrival at Pine Meadows, we followed the short red bark path through the trees to our cabin tent, which was next to a lovely meadow and near a small pond. Heidi, the property owner briefly stopped by to welcome us and assure us that she was available by text for any needs we might have- yet, Heidi said the property was ours for the duration, and we wouldn’t see her unless necessary. Wow! This was such a cool experience! We felt like we had our own personal pond, meadow, and cabin tent! The cabin tent comfortably sleeps three in regular mattresses. I believe there is a cot available. Nearby is a large tent that will sleep four more people. A picnic table and Adirondack chairs are next to the firepit. Heidi has many yard games available, such as cornhole and badminton, making this a great location for families. There is a spot among the pine trees with a large fairy display and little hide-aways for kids. Honesty, I can’t wait to bring my grandchildren to this! The nearby town, Interlochen, is minutes away and has a grocery store, a few restaurants, and a nationally famous music camp. Within driving distance is Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, which National Geographic rated as one of the best 21 beaches in the world. My hubby and I camp a lot, and in addition to the positives mentioned above, we truly LOVED NOT HAVING AN OVERLOADED CAR! We didn’t need to pack a tent, bedding(we paid the extra$10 for their bedding- totally worth it!); nor did we need a tent and chairs! We actually had room in the car this trip! Yes, Tentrr costs more than a regular campsite; however, you get the privacy and convenience of Glamping! Totally, worth it!

Guide to Lake City

Glamping options near Lake City, Michigan provide sheltered accommodations in the Huron-Manistee National Forests region where summer temperatures average 75-85°F with nighttime lows of 55-60°F. The area's sandy soil and mixed hardwood forests create well-drained campsites even after rain. Most glamping facilities operate from May through October, with some premium options offering extended seasons through November.

What to do

Kayaking adventures: Access the Manistee River directly from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park for paddling excursions. "Great place to take a camper with family. The campground offers clean facilities, general store, rentals for the lake, and camp events like movie night. With sites right on the water remember to bring your kayak!" reports Dalton B.

Trail exploration: Hike the extensive network of trails at Hopkins Creek State Forest Campground. "Hopkins is your dream camp site. Follow the winding road all the way until it ends. It is way back in but you'll be so impressed by the beauty and secluded serene area, that you won't want to leave," explains Jeri.

Seasonal festivals: Visit during fall for harvest festivals at South Higgins Lake State Park. "One of my favorite parks in Michigan. Beautiful beaches and always a fun week during Harvest Fest!" notes Edmund P. Many glamping sites coordinate transportation to these events for guests without vehicles.

What campers like

Private waterfront access: Rvino - Camp Cadillac offers direct water access. "Large sights, very easy to navigate!! Cabins look very well maintained, pool and play area for kids. Trails for walks with the dogs out away from the camp," says Steve L. Waterfront sites book 4-6 months in advance during peak season.

Family-friendly amenities: Travelers appreciate the recreational facilities at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort. "We had a chilly Memorial Day weekend but were very impressed with the campground. Great mix of activities for the kids. Big park but felt small, no problems with traffic and golf carts like we have experienced at other 'resort' style campgrounds," shares Chris M.

Clean, updated facilities: Modern bathrooms matter to glampers. "This campground is a small gem close to Cadillac, MI. The owners are friendly and go out of their way to make you feel welcome. Showers were hot and bathrooms were clean. A well stocked thoughtful camp store had those last minute forgotten items," says Erika W. about Cadillac Woods Campground.

What you should know

Reservation timing: Book South Higgins Lake State Park Campground well in advance for summer stays. "Getting a site here during the summer can be very difficult. You will want one of the sites closer to the lake. If you want one of these sites, you will need to be ready to book the site 6 months in advance," advises Stu E.

Cell service variations: Coverage can be spotty in forested areas. "Don't expect to make phone calls, the cell service (AT&T) was very spotty," notes Amy D. about North Higgins Lake State Park. Verizon typically offers the most consistent coverage in the region.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Lake City, MI is Rvino - Camp Cadillac, LLC with a 4.7-star rating from 3 reviews.

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