Best Campgrounds near Macatawa, MI

Macatawa is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Discover secluded campsites where you can reconnect with nature. Or maybe you like to bring your family and friends along. Either way, there are Macatawa campgrounds just for you. Find the best campgrounds near Macatawa, MI. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.

Best Camping Sites Near Macatawa, Michigan (119)

    1. Beach Campground — Holland State Park

    39 Reviews
    Macatawa, MI
    0 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 399-9390

    "There are two campgrounds - Lake Macatawa & Beach. We were at the Lake Macatawa Campground. It's right across the street from Macatawa and about a 10 minute walk from a great Lake Michigan beach."

    "The Lake Macatawa campground is across the street from a small beach on the Macatawa Lake. This is a wooded campground. The sites are pretty tight as is usual for a Michigan State Park."

    2. Oak Grove Resort & Campground

    8 Reviews
    Macatawa, MI
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (616) 399-9230

    "Less than a mile to Lake Michigan and close to boat launch and Lake Macatawa."

    "Family of 5 (3 kids under 6) looking for a reasonably close place to Lake Michigan. Oak Grove was the perfect stay for us!"

    3. Dutch Treat Camping & Recreation

    8 Reviews
    Zeeland, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 772-4303

    $48 - $52 / night

    "Campsites are easy to get into with plenty of room to get situated. Close to town and fairly short drive to Lake Michigan."

    "Searching for a 1 night space on the michigan lake we had to look more around and find this wonderful campground. Just 10 minutes away to downtown Holland and only 20 minutes away of the beach."

    4. Hoffmaster State Park Campground

    55 Reviews
    Norton Shores, MI
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 798-3711

    $38 - $42 / night

    "Site 31 and any along that path back up to a little creek and trail which was just perfect for the kids to play in."

    "Great hiking trails, close to Lake Michigan"

    5. Grand Haven State Park Campground

    28 Reviews
    Grand Haven, MI
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 847-1309

    "We were right on the canal side and only 300ft away from Lake Michigan. Grand Haven State Parks has upgraded facilities so bathrooms and showering is actually pleasant."

    "We are here for Lake Michigan. The sunrises and sunsets, the water, the beach and the waves. 

    Nothing like waking up and walking to the beach, easy back and forth for lunch/dinner and snacks."

    6. Lake Macatawa Campground — Holland State Park

    6 Reviews
    Macatawa, MI
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (616) 399-9390

    "Very typical of Michigan state parks. Tight sites with a nice fire ring. Great location with a walking path to Lake Michigan. Close to downtown Holland. Nice bathrooms and clean showers."

    "This campground is close to Lake Michigan and lake Mac . Also convent access to town by car. Not my favorite sites(where are stayed) on the west end are small."

    7. WaterTrail Ventures Paddle Respite

    4 Reviews
    Fennville, MI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 547-1884

    $75 - $145 / night

    "It’s close to the river but set back far enough so that during a downpour you won’t be worrying and the drive to get to the site is quaint and peaceful. Will come back!"

    "It also has great trails for walking. It had air mattresses made up with sheets and blankets, all the firewood provided, a grill full of charcoal. A great way to enjoy the outdoors!!!"

    8. Allendale-West Grand Rapids KOA

    13 Reviews
    Allendale, MI
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 895-6601

    "We did venture out to a brewery 5-10 mins away in Allendale and Grand Haven is about 20-25 minutes away if you want to cruise out to Lake Michigan. The pool was clean and we had a lot on the pond."

    "Very easy drive to the lighthouse, too!"

    9. Ely Lake Campground

    11 Reviews
    Fennville, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 686-9088

    $18 / night

    "Lived in Michigan for most of my life and frequently visited and camped here as a youth. This is primarily a primitive campground with porto- pottys. Usually pretty clean."

    "No power motor lake but there is another lake close by that is. We take the canoe with a trolling motor and hit that as well. Pet friendly. They have horse campsites and trails."

    10. Ottawa County Fairgrounds

    2 Reviews
    Macatawa, MI
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 399-4509

    $30 / night

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Recent Reviews near Macatawa, MI

676 Reviews of 119 Macatawa Campgrounds


  • Nicole B.
    Sep. 22, 2025

    White River RV Park & Campground

    Terrible Campground/Noisy/Rude Staff

    Campsites are right on top of each other, so very little privacy. There were people outside our tent all night making noise. Staff was very rude. We left a day early.

  • v
    Sep. 10, 2025

    Markin Glen County Park

    Clean and near bike trails

    Great park. Well maintained. Very clean. Lots of bike trails, a beach area. Helpful staff!

  • Holly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground

    Beautiful and well taken care of!

    The campground was full on my visit, but that did not affect the atmosphere. It was quiet and sites are large and well spaced out. The staff did a great job keeping things clean and well stocked. My site was right next to the beach access, and it was fantastic!

  • W
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Hoffmaster State Park Campground

    We will keep coming back

    We stayed Sunday, and Monday night of Labor Day weekend for the second time this year. This place is clean! The only negative of this place is that the water is not as clear compared to a little north & south. I think it has something to do with the grand river being so close. The walk down & back to the beach is pretty strenuous if you are not used to the dunes & a hill. If you are elderly or not in shape you might go to the beach at an easier access point. Bathrooms & showers are always very clean. They have a campground host that offers free coffee in the mornings & tools you can barrow for your campsite. This is a great place for families. Well spaced sites. No alcohol allowed and pretty quiet after 11pm just the occasional person is awake. We had the site with the creek behind us so we sat our tent up facing the creek. Monday morning there was a lot of people leaving so we did get woke up pretty early w/ a lot of noise of people leaving from Labor Day but Monday night we had empty sites all around us & it was very chill Tuesday morning. I was a little worried that the workers would say something to us bc we had not packed fully by 11 but we were able to finish our breakfast and pack up quickly without them saying anything to us.

  • M
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Crockery Creek RV Park

    Rude and unprofessional

    The little owners wife racially profiled my kids friends mom,  in front of the kids!!!!!!  Ha!  She tried accusing us of sneaking in their pool.  That's hilarious,  because we paid $3700.00 for a seasonal.  The pool is actually small and it was oily and full of hair.  Being off Apple Ave,  it's  loud and hard to relax.  My husband had a tragic workplace accident,  so we weren't able to get to the camper in a few weeks.  The owner called him multiple times at once,  being aggressive with his tone,  trying to get us to pull our camper so they can rent that spot out.  They must be desperate for money.  They should try reading up on the law.  Their website lies about their amenities,  they had no fish all season and their pond was disgusting.

  • Jessica D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2025

    Covert Park Beach & Campground

    Small, lakeside, chill

    This was our first time staying at Covert Park Beach + Campground. We stayed in site 52 with our 21 ft travel trailer. The site is a good size. Tree placement made it a little tricky to back into, but nothing crazy. We stayed Sunday to Saturday, so we got to see it at its bustling weekend peak and the quiet, cozy weekday vibe. Family friendly, dog friendly and kid friendly. Dogs aren't allowed on the beach, but there's a beach a few minutes down the road (Hagar Beach) where you can bring leashed dogs. Sunset views were beautiful. Bathrooms were very clean and showers nice and hot. The two guys who were running the check-in and campground operations were super cool- they were the perfect mix of attentive and laid back. No sewer on campsites but there's a dump station when you enter/exit. Ice and firewood are abundantly available and can be delivered to your site. We loved our stay here. Tree cover is generous, and it really preserves the camping feel. Weekend crowd was fun, friendly and lots of locals. Would definitely stay again!

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    White River RV Park & Campground

    A camp that does everything right!

    There’s a great variety of campsites available with a north woods bent!Management does a fine job of cleanliness, neatness and extreme attention to detail. Two facts summarize our satisfaction with this operation: cleaning people are seen making the rounds of each and every restroom and shower house TWICE daily. The management keeps a dedicated maintenance man available and on 24 hour call! He will aid and assist everything from lock outs to rookie campers doing their first sanitation drain, to motor vehicle issues. We are on our second annual visit.

  • James V.
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Steamboat Park Campground

    Wonderful, well thought through campground.

    I have had a very enjoyable stay. The river location is quite nice and the grounds are very well cared for. The site(and all sites, as far as I can see) are quite level. The bathrooms are not just clean and well maintained, but the shower rooms also have a dedicated sink and toilet, which I much appreciate. The washer and dryers in the bathhouse are brand new and take credit cards. While it is near a regional airport, there is close to no air traffic and no commercial traffic I noticed. Overall, probably one of the top 5 campgrounds I have encountered, if the list was for being up to date, well thought out and well provisioned. Everything was top notch.

  • Linda C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Brookside City Park

    More expensive now

    Tents sites are now $20 and RV hookups (water and 20/30 amp) are $30. When I got to the police station they were closed for the week but a phone # was provided to call dispatcher and an officer responded promptly to help me get registered. Cash or check only.


Guide to Macatawa

Camping near Macatawa, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful beaches, wooded trails, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're pitching a tent or parking your RV, there are plenty of options to enjoy the great outdoors.

What to do:

  • Beach Access: Many campgrounds, like Hoffmaster State Park Campground, provide easy access to stunning Lake Michigan beaches. One reviewer mentioned, "Family campground with beautiful Lake MI beach."
  • Hiking Trails: Explore the miles of trails available at places like Muskegon State Park. A visitor noted, "Great dunes covered in dune grass, beautiful water next to the pier where we can go fishing."
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, check out Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park. One camper shared, "Great Michigan sunsets, clean bathrooms and nice fire pits."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Van Buren State Park Campground stated, "Bathrooms and showers are clean."
  • Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Many campgrounds cater to families. A visitor at Grand Haven State Park Campground said, "This place is always booked pretty quick so be sure to reserve your place sooner rather than later!"
  • Natural Beauty: Campers love the scenic views. One reviewer at Muskegon County Pioneer County Park mentioned, "So much room for all size campers, bathrooms and showers were clean and spacious."

What you should know:

  • Tight Campsites: Some campgrounds have close quarters. A camper at Lake Michigan Campground remarked, "Sites are pretty tight as is usual for a Michigan State Park."
  • No Alcohol Policies: Many campgrounds, like Hoffmaster State Park Campground, do not allow alcohol. One visitor noted, "No alcohol campground also, so everyone had nice tumblers walking around."
  • Limited Cell Service: Be prepared for spotty cell reception. A review for Van Buren State Park Campground mentioned, "Cell service with Verizon is very limited."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds for kids. A reviewer at Covert Park Beach & Campground said, "Our kids enjoyed the playground."
  • Plan for Noise: Some campgrounds can get loud, especially during peak season. A visitor at Van Buren State Park Campground mentioned, "Family oriented campground with 2 playgrounds-thus very noisy during the day with kids."
  • Pack Snacks: Having snacks handy can keep the little ones happy. One camper at Covert/South Haven KOA appreciated the camp store, saying, "Campstore had everything incredible ice cream and pizza that could be delivered to your site."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Size: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Lake Michigan Campground noted, "The spot we got was super hard to back our 33’ trailer into."
  • Bring a Portable Fire Pit: Some campgrounds don’t provide fire rings. A visitor at Beach Campground — Holland State Park mentioned, "Bring a portable if you want a fire."
  • Reserve Early: Popular spots fill up fast. A camper at Grand Haven State Park Campground advised, "This place is always booked pretty quick so be sure to reserve your place sooner rather than later!"

Camping near Macatawa, Michigan, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the beautiful surroundings!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Macatawa, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, Macatawa, MI offers a wide range of camping options, with 119 campgrounds and RV parks near Macatawa, MI and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Macatawa, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Macatawa, MI is Beach Campground — Holland State Park with a 3.9-star rating from 39 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Macatawa, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Macatawa, MI.