Best Cabin Camping near Macatawa, MI

Cabin options near Macatawa, Michigan include fully furnished units with varying amenities and comfort levels. Oak Grove Resort & Campground offers cabins with electrical hookups, running water, and modern conveniences for visitors seeking comfort during their stay. Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park provides cabins equipped with mini refrigerators, microwaves, lights, and heating systems. "The cabins have three queen beds and a sofa sleeper so they can comfortably hold up to eight people," noted one visitor who appreciated the spacious accommodations. Kal-Haven Outpost features cabins with large tables inside and chairs on the porch, along with outdoor picnic tables and fire pits.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Many properties require advance booking, particularly during summer months when demand peaks. At Hoffmaster State Park, mini cabins sleep four with two sets of bunk beds and include basic amenities like electricity and heat. Campit Outdoor Resort Saugatuck and Grand Haven RV Resort & Campground both welcome pets in their cabin accommodations. A recent review mentioned, "We stayed in a Mini Cabin that sleeps 4 with 2 sets of bunk beds. Mini frig, microwave, lights, heat. Take your own fan for hot nights." Most cabin facilities operate seasonally, with peak availability from May through October.

Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic kitchen facilities typically include refrigerators and microwaves, though amenities vary by location. Some properties like TriPonds Family Camp Resort offer on-site markets for basic supplies, while others have nearby stores within a short drive. Fire rings are standard at most cabin sites, with firewood available for purchase. Art Farm Fennville provides drinking water and trash service but lacks electrical hookups in their cabins. Bathroom facilities range from private in-cabin restrooms at deluxe units to shared bathhouses with hot showers at more rustic locations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Macatawa, Michigan (49)

    1. Oak Grove Resort & Campground

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

    "Pool, hot tub, modern restrooms and showers, playground, laundry and bike rentals. I believe all the sites are full hookup, cable t.v. and wi/fi."

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

    2. Hoffmaster State Park Campground

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

    $38 - $42 / night

    "Pretty average spacing for a state park, except when a doofus parks sideways in a back-in site. (Wish the MI DNR would put a stop to that )."

    "Hoffmaster State is a beautiful campground with great views and a very cool visitor center with a live animal exhibit featuring some of Michigan’s coolest native species!"

    3. TriPonds Family Camp Resort

    11 Reviews
    Allegan, MI
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 673-4740

    "Cabins and cottages are great (book early) nice RV sites. On-site food is really good compared to most."

    "Kids enjoyed fishing, mini-golf, jump pad, & play ground. There were 2 ponds for fishing. They had a bass fishing tournament Saturday and the winner won a free ice cream, which my son loved."

    4. Art Farm Fennville

    1 Review
    Saugatuck, MI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 333-8033

    $54 - $125 / night

    "There's end of the road privacy and room to roam with a fire pit and firewood. Pop-up Farm Stand usually has seasonal offerings and smore kits."

    5. Campit Outdoor Resort Saugatuck

    2 Reviews
    Fennville, MI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 543-4300

    $10 - $395 / night

    "The amenities feel grounded not over the top…a nice pool, unique “neighborhoods” to roam and chat up new neighbors and friends, and it boasts a combination of full hookup RV sites, cabins, and tenting"

    6. Grand Haven RV Resort & Campground

    1 Review
    West Olive, MI
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 871-9953

    7. Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground

    39 Reviews
    North Muskegon, MI
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 744-3480

    "Campground Review

    Lake Michigan Campground in Muskegon State Park was a great place to pull in for the night."

    "Beautiful campground with Lake Michigan beach accessible by stairs. Deck overlooking lake also. Beautiful beach. Very shaded campground. Shower facilities clean."

    8. Kal-Haven Outpost

    9 Reviews
    South Haven, MI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (269) 206-0900

    $22 - $68 / night

    "A group of us bike from Kalamazoo to South Haven every year using the Kal-Haven trail. We usually tent camp but tried a cabin here this year."

    "There wasn’t much too it, the site included a picnic table and fire ring (like most do). We were in the tent sites."

    9. Hungry Horse Campground

    7 Reviews
    Wayland, MI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 681-9836

    "Multiple playgrounds, toddler pool and regular pool, jump pad, and lots of room to run around."

    "Cute little campground in a small town in Dorr, Michigan. Lots of activities, swimming, wagon rides, jump pad, and more. Facilities were fairly clean and easily accessible."

    10. Allegan State Game Area

    2 Reviews
    Fennville, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (616) 673-0378
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Cabin Reviews near Macatawa, MI

360 Reviews of 49 Macatawa Campgrounds


  • R. B.
    Jun. 25, 2018

    Kal-Haven Outpost

    Great place to bike to, spacious cabins, amazing staff

    A group of us bike from Kalamazoo to South Haven every year using the Kal-Haven trail. We usually tent camp but tried a cabin here this year. It was the perfect option as the campground is right off the trail. They provide linens and have basic supplies (including firewood that they will deliver to your cabin) right at the general store. We also met a group that had hiked in to the primative sites and were using the trail to train for the Appalachian Trail. Everything is well-made and maintained, and the staff is friendly and helpful (they even let us check-in early when we biked in ahead of schedule). Highly recommend for those looking for a place close to the trail and to South Haven. The cabins have three queen beds and a sofa sleeper so they can comfortably hold up to eight people (we had five in our group and I never felt crowded). There's a large table inside and two chairs on the porch. There's also a large picnic table outside, a fire pit, and a grill. They are hoping to expand and add cabins sized for couples in the near future.

  • a R.
    May. 20, 2025

    Muskegon KOA

    Love this KOA!

    Sadly, we just left the KOA Muskegon campground this morning after a relaxing and peaceful three-day stay. While travelling home, plans are already being made for another camping vacay at this KOA. The staff were all friendly and helpful, creating a family-like atmosphere. The cabins were clean, updated, and the beds were quite comfortable. Our deluxe cabin bathroom and kitchenette were also stocked with amenities, making the stay comfortable and effortless. Outside our temporary home was our own gas grill, patio table with seating, fire ring, and Adirondack chairs. How nice it was for meals on the deck and campfires in the evenings! Every morning we looked forward to the 3/4 mile hiking trail around the lake... which was gorgeous. Although, we personally don't fish, we enjoyed watching other guests fishing from the shore and various docks regularly. There is also a fun area of the campground that includes playground equipment, basketball, volleyball, a jumping pad that looks like a blast, and they were setting up some interesting looking mining activity. We did spend time on their community patio overlooking a fabulous greenspace, fire pit, swim beach, and the lake. I could've spent all day on the patio with the relaxing patio lights, flowering planters, and comfortable Adirondack chairs. The camp store is again clean, updated, and well-stocked, but I was also impressed that the prices were reasonable, which is not always the case in these type of"convenience" situations. Overall, cherished camping memories were made this past weekend, and we are anxious to return in the near future for more! Thank you KOA Muskegon staff!

  • Jennie R.
    Aug. 14, 2018

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground

    Ranger Review: Snapbuds at Muskegon State Park Lake Michigan Campground

    Campground Review

    Lake Michigan Campground in Muskegon State Park was a great place to pull in for the night. We had ice cream for supper at the adjacent ice cream shop (where they advertised a free cone with your firewood purchase). We pulled in and settled into our cabin with enough time to enjoy sunset over Lake Michigan from the stairs and overlooks along the beach. The campground is well kept and has a nice shady canopy. The sites are fairly large, but there are no shrubs or structures to provide privacy from neighbors. We reserved a camping cabin and found it clean and functional with power, 4 beds (bunks), mini fridge and microwave. The showers were good sized with plenty of hot water, but being beach style, there was a lot of bug access. Expect to shower with some insects. I was a frustrated birder - I could hear the birds but couldn’t pick them out visually since they were all up so high with no low cover. All in all I would say this is a great campground for beach access, better in the cabins or an RV than in a tent since there isn’t much privacy.

    Ranger Review:

    As a Ranger for The Dyrt, I get products to review occasionally. On this trip I had a chance to try out Snapbuds, an earbud detangling system. We received the snapbuds before we left Colorado and used the enclosed guide to get them set up on my earbuds - it was a snap! The instructions say they can’t be repositioned once in place, so we were cautious about setting them up right the first time. I don’t use my earbuds often on road trips since I’m the only driver and I like to listen for birds on a walk - but after a few long days in the car with my kids choosing the playlists, this mamma was super excited to whip my earbuds out! I had them shoved in the back of my purse where we’d been rummaging around for various things over the course of the trip, so they had every opportunity to be a tangled mess - but they came out in a neat little wad and unraveled easily to take me away from the teens fighting over beds. I was pleased with how neat they stayed. My one word of caution is that the magnets really like to stick together, and if you create slack while wearing your earbuds (by bending to pick up a perfect rock or acorn, for instance) they have a tendency to find one another and shorten your cord, potentially dislodging your earbud when you straighten back up.

  • Amy K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 26, 2018

    Ed H. Henning Park

    Nice campground, very convenient for river trips.

    We stay here at least once a year and do an annual river trip with a bunch friends. It's a nice campground with a small park, pond, full bathrooms, group sites, and even a couple small cabins. It's great for river trips since we go upstream and can float all the way into camp and no worry about driving. We make a run the next morning for coffee and to pick up the vehicles left at the launch.

  • Kathie M.
    Jun. 20, 2022

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground

    Very nice campground with easy stair access to Lake MI

    Beautiful campground with Lake Michigan beach accessible by stairs. Deck overlooking lake also. Beautiful beach. Very shaded campground. Shower facilities clean. Stayed in Mini cabin that sleeps 4 with 2 sets of bunk beds. Mini frig, microwave, lights, heat. Take your own fan for hot nights. Alcohol is not allowed

  • Kathie M.
    Jan. 2, 2022

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground

    Campground within walking distance to Lake MI beach

    Stayed in Mini Cabin #16 over New Years. Hoped to try Luge at the adventure park but no snow and temps too warm prior to our trip. Cabin sleeps 4 in 2 bunk beds. Mini frig, microwave and table with chairs. Electricity and heat. Great choice for winter camping. Sites look really close together for summer camping. I did not like the road being so close for road noise. Kids swing set needs updated. Pit ADA toilet very clean. Phenomenal lake overlook and steps to beautiful beach.

  • Olivia S.
    Jul. 20, 2020

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp Resort-South Haven, MI

    This is my top pick for South Haven

    Although this campground has great amenities, a pool, clean showers, and good sites/cabins, it is hard to book. If you know you are going to come to this area and camp, you need to book it a while in advance. I have used a pop-up and there was good space between campers. When I tent camped, we had a great spot near the cafe, the showers are amazing over there, they are more secluded. Our tent spot had electric, water, picnic table and fire ring. We camped on the grass and there is gravel to park your car. This campground is a perfect place to stay when visiting surrounding towns and going to the beach.

    Don’t forget to go to Sherman’s!!

    There was a forecast or rain, don’t mind the tarp

  • R V.
    Jun. 21, 2019

    Oak Grove Resort & Campground

    Great RV Resort close to Lake Michigan

    Clean family friendly RV Resort. Pool, hot tub, modern restrooms and showers, playground, laundry and bike rentals. I believe all the sites are full hookup, cable t.v. and wi/fi. Less than a mile to Lake Michigan and close to boat launch and Lake Macatawa.

  • N
    Jul. 20, 2016

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park Campground

    Muskegon State Park - Lake Michigan Campground

    This was our second time Camping at Muskegon State Park. The first time we camped at the Channel Campground (not so great), and this time we camped at the Lake Michigan Campground. This campground was easily the better of the two. Tons of tall trees, HUGE campsites with electrical hookups, picnic tables, and fire-rings. I believe you're allowed to have up to 6 people per-site, and you would have no problem fitting everyone. There were clean restrooms and private showers. There are steps that lead straight from the campground to a small beach right on Lake Michigan. Firewood & ice are sold at the campground office, and there's also a small privately owned ice-cream shop at the north end of the campground that sells wood & ice.

    There's a boat ramp right down the road at Snug Harbor, and the fishing is great. It's also just a short drive to a canoe/kayak launch on the Muskegon river. The downtown area is about a 20-25 minute drive around the lake, but it has some cool military museums including a WW2 submarine and a transport ship that was used in D-Day. Also, two pretty solid breweries.

    Although we were there in the summer, this campground is right across the street from Muskegon's Winter Sports Park. The park has cross-country skiing trails, a permanent luge track, a roller-luge track, and i think an ice skating track through the woods. We're looking forward to taking a winter trip up here to give everything a try!


Guide to Macatawa

Camping cabins near Macatawa, Michigan provide access to Lake Michigan's eastern shoreline at an elevation of approximately 600 feet above sea level. The region experiences distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during peak cabin rental season from May through September. Most cabin facilities in this area are within 15-20 miles of Macatawa, situated among the coastal dunes and wooded landscapes characteristic of western Michigan.

What to do

Beach access from campsites: At Hoffmaster State Park, trails connect campsites to Lake Michigan beaches. "Beautiful campground with Lake Michigan beach accessible by stairs. Deck overlooking lake also. Beautiful beach. Very shaded campground," notes one visitor at Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park.

Biking on local trails: The Kal-Haven trail offers direct access for cyclists staying at nearby campgrounds. A camper at Kal-Haven Outpost shared, "This was a nice campground right on the Kal Haven Trail - about 4 miles from South Haven. There were some very nice woods with paths leading to the Kal Haven and around the campground."

Winter recreation options: Some cabins remain open year-round for cold weather activities. "Across the road is the Winter complex, sledding, skating, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, and luge course. Our kids had a blast here, they have tons of bonfire pits as well," reports a winter visitor to Muskegon State Park.

What campers like

Privacy levels between sites: Site spacing varies significantly between campgrounds. At TriPonds Family Camp Resort, campers appreciate that "the roads around the campground are paved and great for bike riding, skateboarding, scooters, or just taking a walk. All the extra space throughout the campground they used as walking trails."

Clean facilities: Bathroom cleanliness receives frequent positive comments. One reviewer at Hungry Horse Campground praised, "We have been camping here for 13 years. We love how kid and adult friendly it is and it's super clean! The lots are well spaced and we have never had a bad time here! Even when it rains!"

On-site amenities: Many cabin campgrounds offer recreation facilities. "Nice smaller sized family friendly campground. Enjoyed having activities to do, the jump pillow and pool!" mentioned a visitor to Hungry Horse Campground.

What you should know

Booking windows: Reservations for cabins typically open 6-12 months in advance, with most bookings filling 3-4 months ahead for summer weekends. A visitor to Oak Grove Resort & Campground noted, "I talked to a ranger about coming back later this year, and he told me it is best to book months ahead for weekends because they fill up at the beginning of summer."

Alcohol policies: Rules vary by campground. Oak Grove Resort specifies: "This is a family resort and it is drug and alcohol free," while some state parks also restrict alcohol during peak season.

Winter cabin preparedness: Cabins open in colder months require additional planning. One visitor shared, "Stayed in Mini Cabin that sleeps 4 with 2 bunk beds. Mini frig, microwave, lights, heat. Great choice for winter camping."

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly features: Several campgrounds offer specialized recreation for children. At TriPonds Family Camp Resort, "There is a lot to do to keep kids busy. We were there one year and had no issues with our site but last year it rained all weekend and our site was super muddy! If it's not rainy it's a super fun campground!"

Activity schedules: Most family-oriented cabin sites provide organized events. As noted by one parent at Hungry Horse Campground, "They typically offer planned activities throughout the week such as wagon rides, meet and greets, and ice cream socials."

Weather contingencies: Rain can impact ground conditions significantly. A TriPonds visitor recommended, "Big thing to remember for Michigan state parks is no alcohol even in the campground," adding useful context about regulations that affect family stays.

Tips from RVers

Pull-through availability: Some cabin areas include RV-accessible sites. A camper at Kal-Haven Outpost explained, "The RV camping is in a circle in the center of the campground near the bathhouse with cabins and tent camping on the perimeter."

Site conditions: Soil composition affects usability during wet weather. "The sites and the roads in the campground are all dirt so while we were there it was exceptionally dusty. I could imagine that when they have a lot of rain, it is exceptionally muddy," observed one RV camper.

Off-season options: Year-round cabins provide alternatives when RV camping is impractical. According to a winter visitor, "Campground was nice in the winter our spot was plowed out and had a reserved cone at it, the bathrooms are closed and water is off but the outhouse is open."

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Macatawa, MI is Oak Grove Resort & Campground with a 4.9-star rating from 8 reviews.

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