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Camping near Leonard, Michigan ranges from tent and RV sites to cabin rentals and yurts, with options spread across Oakland County's mix of county parks and state recreation areas within a 15-mile radius. Addison Oaks County Park and Oakland County Addison Oaks provide camping options with both tent and RV sites, as well as cabin rentals and yurts. Most developed campgrounds in the area include modern amenities such as electric hookups, drinking water, and sanitary facilities. Bald Mountain Recreation Area, located approximately 7 miles southwest of Leonard, offers cabin accommodations year-round in a more secluded setting.
Camping season in this region generally runs from late April through October, with some facilities like Holly Recreation Area and Pontiac Lake Recreation Area remaining open year-round. Most campgrounds require reservations, particularly during summer weekends and holiday periods. Water and electric hookups are common at developed sites, while more rustic options provide fewer amenities. Cellular coverage is generally reliable throughout the area, though some wooded sections may have limited reception. The terrain is primarily flat to gently rolling, making most campsites accessible without specialized vehicles. A visitor commented, "We stayed in area D in a water/electric site. It was spacious with 26 miles of bike trails and hiking. Many trails in the park are paved."
Campers consistently praise the trail systems available at most parks in the Leonard area. Mountain biking trails are particularly popular at Addison Oaks, where both paved and dirt paths accommodate various skill levels. Several visitors mentioned wildlife viewing opportunities, especially deer sightings at dusk around campgrounds. Fishing is available at most parks with lakes, though swimming access varies by location. Families appreciate the planned activities available at several campgrounds, especially during summer and holiday weekends. While sites in more developed loops offer convenience, sections with greater tree cover provide more privacy and a more natural camping experience. A recent review noted, "This is a great family campground. I've only stayed in section D with my tent. It is heavily wooded and I don't see my neighbors. Showers are hot. Lots of deer to see at dusk."
"The park has a beautiful 2.5 mile trail around the lake that makes this campground great. We brought our own kayaks but they do rent boats. We saw deer and rabbit."
"Cell phone tower is close by. We especially enjoy the intermediate level mountain bike trails. Showers are hot. Lots of deer to see at dusk."
"Group area is away from the main area. Kayak lakes are nice. Excellent hike/bike trails. Park is located just down the road from the Holly Oaks Off road park."
"I love to come here when I want a quick get away from home because it is only 30min away. The campsites are big,secluded, wooded, and clean."
from $27 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Addison Oaks is a campground that features hiking and mountain biking trails, campground, cabins, disc golf course, and a lake for boating."
"The grounds are huge with bike/hike trails, a lake and a disc golf course. Mountain biking seems to be very popular there are dirt trails off the paved hiking loop."
"This campground has a lake for swimming, water slide, arcade, boat rentals, mini golf, biking trails and fishing. Lots for kids to do... also skate park and 2 playgrounds."
"The lake has a small shallow swimming area and beach that gets very busy during the day but less traffic right before sunset."
from $28 - $48 / night
Check Availability"Only drawback is the distance from the lake. The lake is not within walking distance, you would need to drive."
"Beach is a 1.8 mile hike from the East loop in the campground but is well worth the walk."
from $20 - $80 / night
Check Availability"The trails are well maintained and well marked. There is also tons of clean, easy to access lakes within the park too. Perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding, or fishing."
"Great trails and kids friendly."
from $108 / night
Check Availability"South loop is nicely wooded & has a newer, larger restroom/shower building, not much lake view."
"Overall it was a quiet, peaceful weekend in a great location. We will definitely be back!"
from $32 - $120 / night
Check Availability"The site was a larger site (#12) tucked nicely away in a corner. Picnic Table and Nice Fire Ring onsite. Port-a-potty, dumpster near site."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"This is another great scout ing campground with cabins, rustic camping, tent sites, lakes, horses to ride, this is one HUGE camp ground for scouts to enjoy and learn.."
"The drive is short and there are plenty of amenities to keep the kiddos busy all day."
"We will definitely come back when it is warm enough to swim in the lake!"
TravelerVery nice people, Lake Huron is just a few steps away. Very clean bathrooms, Beautiful park, we ordered Jets pizza and they delivered it to our site, no wifi but thats okay with me
GuideAs usual, there's only electric at sites, but the pedestals seem fairly new, and tight. South loop is nicely wooded & has a newer, larger restroom/shower building, not much lake view. The north loop is a little less wooded, with the NW end having a little better lake views, but a pretty ancient restroom/shower facility.
Across the lake is the day use area with a beach and concession stand. (There's a small camp store in the north loop.)
ADA Only sites are asphalt paved. Some of the regular sites could be a challenge to get level on, but the rangers told me they have wood blocks for loan if you don't have enough.
Our first night & a half, we had some terrible neighbors two sites over. Constant profanities, yelling at & threatening their kids... real dirtbags. Rangers booted them from the park! Good to see them taking such positive action. I have not run into a single staff member here that wasn't pleasant.
This was our first time here. A test run, since it's only an hour from home (but feels farther). We'll be back for sure. (Especially with gas prices so high anymore.)
T-Mobile was only slow LTE at our site, but our Starlink worked perfectly at our site. Might be harder to get a clear shot in the more wooded areas of the park.
ScoutMy husband and I actually took our first camping trip in our new camper to this location, but we are novice when it comes to campgrounds. It was nice because there was always an attendant at the office to help. They gave clear and concise directions. The grounds were impeccable. Everything looked fantastic. We have even considered being seasonal here because it is so beautiful.
TravelerPretty with trees, although you do have very open views if you like more growth... weekend activities... family park, you need to be able to walk a ways to enjoy all their games, activities and beach...
ScoutHusband and wife owners that are extremely rude Husband has the attitude of I own this here water wife is the mother of all Karen's. You usually pay to swim here but they ruined that and took that away cause they own that there water merica can't wait for the new owners!!!
TravelerWe booked this spot and stayed for 4 nights. Large and spacious. Our spot backed up on a hill and the electric hookup was at the back of the spot as opposed to the side like most other campgrounds. You will either need a longer electrical cord or if you can back your RV up far enough to reach you will need something to put under your steps to make them touch the ground. By no means a negative thing, just make sure you are prepared!
GuideThis Fairgrounds Campground has several combinations of hookups. There were plenty of available sites when I booked Site 93.
This site is on neatly mowed grass and it has water and electric connections. There are no picnic tables or fire rings. There are no trees or other vegetation to separate sites
The bathrooms are modern with showers that have plenty of hot water. The bathrooms were very clean.
Bookings online are easy. We arrived after closing and my documents were taped to the office windows with directions to my site.
We used our Starlink Mini and it worked well on a nearly cloudless day with unobstructed access to the sky.
I would definitely stay here again.
ScoutGary is one of the nicest people…campground very clean nice and quiet just a hop and a skip to the downtown area
GuideClean and well maintained, but no early check-ins before 3pm and no drones.
The beach is minimal and on the other side of a major road.
Camping spots near Leonard, Michigan offer diverse terrain with primarily flat to gently rolling landscapes. The area contains several lakes and ponds within recreation areas, with sandy soil throughout much of the region. Campgrounds typically sit at elevations between 980-1,050 feet, with oak and maple forests providing variable shade coverage across campsites.
Mountain biking trails: 26 miles of paths at Addison Oaks County Park provide options for riders of different abilities. "We love it here. Good sites I have stayed in both area B and C. Great hiking trails easy access. Friendly staff," noted Gary E. The trail system includes both paved and dirt sections.
Disc golf: 18-hole course available at Bald Mountain Recreation Area offers a challenging layout through wooded terrain. "I absolutely adore Bald Mountain Recreation area! The trails are well maintained and well marked. There is also tons of clean, easy to access lakes within the park too," a visitor shared.
Swimming: Beach access with designated areas at most recreation areas. The Pontiac Lake Recreation Area beach sits 1.8 miles from the campground. "The beach is a 1.8 mile hike from the East loop in the campground but is well worth the walk. Trail is not stroller/wagon friendly," explains Mary H.
Secluded sites: Loop D at Addison Oaks provides more privacy. "This is the second time staying in these campgrounds in two weeks. Both times stayed in the more wilderness area D with lots of trees and sites for tents or back-in trailers," Richard T. commented. These areas feature denser tree coverage for a more remote feel.
Modern facilities: Clean restrooms rank high in camper satisfaction. At Holly Recreation Area, "The bathrooms were clean. There were several playgrounds, bench swings, play fields and even a basketball court. The ADA sites had pavement surrounding the fire rings and space at the picnic tables for a wheel chair," Jennifer H. observed.
Wildlife viewing: Dawn and dusk offer best opportunities for seeing native animals. "We've state at this campground on and off for roughly 3 weeks staying mostly at the Cedar cabin but we also tent camped as well. We love the trails and the wildlife and the kids loved the parks," Stephanie H. remarked about her Holly Recreation Area visit.
Reservation requirements: Book early for summer weekends, especially at Pontiac Lake Recreation Area where sites fill quickly from June through August. "Clean campground and well maintained. Two different loops to choose from for camping. Only drawback is the distance from the lake. The lake is not within walking distance, you would need to drive," notes Renee R.
Seasonal considerations: Mosquitoes are prevalent from late May through September. "There are tons of mosquitoes and ticks, so make sure you bring bug spray. Also make sure that all food and garbage is secure at night, the raccoons have no fear," advises Kristina J.
Terrain variation: Sandy soil predominates in many campgrounds. "The park is extremely sandy so be prepared. Overall it was a quiet, peaceful weekend in a great location," Mandy B. mentioned about Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area.
Activity planning: Weekend programs offer structured entertainment for children. At Groveland Oaks County Park, "We joined a group site and meet up every major holiday at Groveland. We feel like we went up North without the driving four hours. The park is well laid out and includes a ton of fun activities for young and old," Mike N. shared.
Site selection: Loop C spaces typically provide more room for family setups. "Nice quick weekend retreat campground. Cement pads, water, and electric. Loop C is spacious with some trees," Ron E. commented about Addison Oaks.
Water activities: Boat rentals available at many parks from Memorial Day through Labor Day. "This campground has a lake for swimming, water slide, arcade, boat rentals, mini golf, biking trails and fishing. Lots for kids to do... also skate park and 2 playgrounds," Debbie H. reported about her Groveland Oaks experience.
Hookup locations: Extension cords needed at some sites where electrical connections are distant. "If you are hoping to hook up to electrical, bring extension cords; some hook ups are exceptionally far away from the designated RV parking pad," Mary H. advised about Oakland County Addison Oaks.
Site leveling: Prepare for uneven terrain in some campgrounds. "Nice park, family friendly, very clean and maintained. Bike and boat rental, children's playground and activities. Hiking and biking trails," tim O. noted. Many sites require blocks for proper leveling.
Loop selection: Site accessibility varies between camping areas. "The grounds are huge with bike/hike trails, a lake and a disc golf course. Mountain biking seems to be very popular there are dirt trails off the paved hiking loop. Sites have electricity and water and are well spaced out," Richard T. observed.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Leonard, MI is Addison Oaks County Park with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.
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