Top Cabins near Manistee, MI

Looking to cabin camp near Manistee and enjoy a rustic retreat into nature? Finding a place to cabin camp near Manistee is easier than ever. Each cabin offers quick access to one or more of Manistee's most popular destinations.

Best Cabin Sites Near Manistee, MI (51)

    Camper-submitted photo from Ludington State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Ludington State Park
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    Camper-submitted photo from Ludington State Park

    1. Ludington State Park

    40 Reviews
    131 Photos
    280 Saves

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

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    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
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    2. Orchard Beach State Park

    30 Reviews
    71 Photos
    177 Saves

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

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    Camper-submitted photo from Pines - Ludington State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Pines - Ludington State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Pines - Ludington State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Pines - Ludington State Park
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    3. Pines - Ludington State Park

    15 Reviews
    56 Photos
    96 Saves
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    4. Betsie River Campsite

    17 Reviews
    22 Photos
    136 Saves

    Pop open your lawn chair and relax by the crackling fire. Most sites have room for 4 folks, a camper or tent, a boat, a dog or two and a few kiddos :D We have a tiny cafe, a small playground, a fish station, warm showers and bike/kayak rentals! Hop on the Betsie Valley trail for a 3 mile adventure to ice cream, beaches, shops...so much! We are not a big concrete pad RV park, we are a nice small family owned campsite. We try and keep it quiet and calm (but still fun!) If you are looking for the far North Electric Forest, this is not the place. What we are is a great base-camp for all your awesome Northern Michigan adventures!

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    • ADA Access

    $33 - $85 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park

    5. Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park

    17 Reviews
    39 Photos
    113 Saves

    Northern Exposure Campground staff takes pride in our state-of-the-art RV campground. Our goal is to provide a memorable experience to campers of all ages. We are a nonprofit organization that's committed to providing our guests with clean, safe, and updated camping facilities, fun family entertainment, and a helpful and friendly staff ready to answer all your questions and assist you during your stay. Welcome to Northern Exposure Campground, thanks for staying and helping us be the best RV camping destination in Northern Michigan!

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    $30 - $45 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Poncho's Pond RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Poncho's Pond RV Park
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    6. Poncho's Pond RV Park

    9 Reviews
    29 Photos
    58 Saves

    Poncho’s Pond is situated on 37 grassy acres. Our sites include city water, sewer, 30 & 50 amp electric service and television service at no extra charge. Tent sites have water & electric only. All sites have a picnic table and a fire pit. For those without a camper of their own, we offer rental Haciendas that sleep up to 8 people.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Cartier Park Campground
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    7. Cartier Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    17 Photos
    41 Saves
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    Camper-submitted photo from Kibby Creek Campground
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    8. Kibby Creek Campground

    10 Reviews
    47 Photos
    59 Saves
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    $40 - $160 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins
    Camper-submitted photo from Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins
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    9. Twin Oaks RV Campground and Cabins

    7 Reviews
    14 Photos
    52 Saves

    We are a full service RV park and campground with accommodations to fit any taste or budget. We feature full hook-up and electric sites, wooded tent sites, and rustic family and group campsites. We also feature cabins, a bunkhouse and a 1966 Airstream Safari rental. We are located in the heart of the Manistee National Forest close to the Pine Rive, Manistee River, Tippy Dam, and the North Country & Big M Trailheads. We are a 25 minute drive from the historic towns of Cadillac & Manistee, and a 1 hour drive from Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes. Make Twin Oaks Campground your basecamp for adventure in Northern Michigan!

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    $11 - $90 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    10. Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    6 Reviews
    13 Photos
    16 Saves

    Michigan Recreation Passport is required for vehicle entry into state parks and recreation areas, state boat launches, state forest campgrounds and state trail parking lots. The Michigan Recreation Passport does not cover local, county, municipal, or metropolitan parks or recreation areas. Learn more: https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79134_79210---,00.html

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Recent Cabin Reviews In Manistee

302 Reviews of 51 Manistee Campgrounds


  • Julia A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pines - Ludington State Park
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Pines - Ludington State Park

    Ludington

    Beach was big and beautiful but you had to drive to get to it unless you love walking with a bunch of beach stuff in a bathing suit. Hamlin lake is close by and is a good spot for fishing.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    Great nature - noisy neighbors

    Our site was great, easily fit a 17 foot trailer and a tent. Trails down to the water were appreciated by our kids. Neighbors are pretty close all around but that didn't matter until our last night. Several new campers rolled in at 10pm and proceeded to throw an absolute rager of a party until 4am - on Labor Day weekend. So overall a great campground but I wish there had been enforcement of quiet time or some kind of consequence for such horrible camping manners.

  • J B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Tippy Dam State Recreation Area
    Aug. 17, 2024

    Tippy Dam State Recreation Area

    Great time

    The campsites are spacious and feature trails that lead directly to the Tippy Dam Backwater. There’s also convenient access for launching a boat on either the Manistee River or the backwaters side of the dam

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    Camper-submitted photo from The Woodland Shores Resort
    Jul. 10, 2024

    The Woodland Shores Resort

    Private beach, best sunsets you’ll ever see

    It was a nice campground. Nestled in nature, quiet, clean, WiFi only at the clubhouse. Private beach with a steep paved walkway accessible across the street. Absolutely the best sunsets over Lake Michigan! Friendly staff, Pool was clean, refreshing, and hot tub as well. Game room for the kids. Various outdoor games-usual horseshoes, shuffleboard, basketball, small playground. Many, many, many speed bumps throughout. Firewood was wet. Other campers we talked to said it’s always wet, that they don’t buy it there. Spent $70 for weekend rate, I think it was $60? For weekday? Just for electric, water, no WiFi, 4 days. With all the campgrounds MI has to offer, this was a very nice campground, and would recommend it, but we personally look forward to exploring other options.

  • Kathie M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Ludington State Park
    Jul. 5, 2024

    Ludington State Park

    Winter Camping in Cedar Cabin

    Great cabin for winter camping. Electricity, heat, microwave, mini fridge. 2 sets of bunks, sleeps 5. Table with chairs. Wonderful hiking.

  • Lucas G.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pines - Ludington State Park
    Nov. 18, 2023

    Pines - Ludington State Park

    Amazing state park

    Great campground with beach access. It’s great to be in the forest, then take a quick walk over to the beach.

    Campground was busy, but very quiet. Neighbors were friendly.

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Ludington East KOA
    Aug. 29, 2023

    Ludington East KOA

    Excellent Hospitality

    Stayed on pull through site, did require some leveling as driver side was considerably lower. Delivered firewood to your site. No TMobile cell service & limited TV reception. Dropped a set of keys and they mailed them back to me at no charge.

  • Neil S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Aug. 22, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Remote, beautiful, authentic!

    This cabin is a joy to stay in. Brennin, Jamie, and their dog Rue are gracious hosts. As OG locals to traverse City, brennin and Jamie are plugged into the goings on in the area, as well as a plethora of sweet spots to check out that aren't totally overcrowded with fudgies. The cabin is big, can easily fit a family, has electricity, and basically everything you need to have a good time. Easy to get to, you can drive right up to the cabin and load in. But also, you're straight up in the middle of the woods. One of my favorite places to stay for sure!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Aug. 21, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Beautiful secluded cabin

    Stayed out here for an art retreat and loved it. Gorgeous property with a huge canopy of maple trees, lovely campfire spot and a cute cabin. Slept like a log.

  • Rick G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park
    Aug. 19, 2023

    Duck Lake Campground - Interlochen State Park

    Michigan’s Oldest State Park

    The park is beginning to look its age. Stayed 4 nights while visiting the Traverse City area. Crowded with families making use of the last couple weeks before schools return. Rained well one night and our grass less site turned nasty. Good Verizon signal and has water available at several stations around each camping loop. Great location, however, to visit Traverse City and Sleeping Bear Dunes.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Aug. 11, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Amazing location, amazing host!

    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! I let Jamie know and without asking or expecting, she refunded me and wished me luck with our situation. The cabin was cute and cozy, I slept like a baby, definitely going to come here again. Thank you so much Jamie!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Leisuretime Campground
    Aug. 8, 2023

    Leisuretime Campground

    Terrific view of the lake

    This campground appears to occupied by many of the manager's family and friends.  His campsite has a water view.  Our site was right next to the manager.  Noisiest campsite in the park.  

    The manager was nice and accommodating.  However their site generated a lot of noise well past quiet hours.  Our site was level and had a terrific view of the lake.  After seeing the restrooms and showers we chose to use our trailer only.  Most sites were level and shaded.  Dirt pads.  Water and electric only.  Additional fee for dumping.  Fire wood was reasonably priced.

    We did not have internet nor cell service (Verizon/T-Mobile).  Few amenities

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Vacation Station RV Resort
    Aug. 7, 2023

    Vacation Station RV Resort

    Clean, fun and modern

    We had a great time. The park is SUPER clean and well-maintained. Lots of things to do in the park and being in Ludington, lots to do in the area. All sites are level concrete slabs and full service. Grass is trimmed around the pads, they have sprinklers that water the grass at night. We would definitely stay here again and recommend this campground.

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Dunes Harbor Family Camp
    Jul. 31, 2023

    Dunes Harbor Family Camp

    Great family camping

    We were on a waitlist and did not expect to get in but received a call a week later that there was a cancellation. All staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The grounds are very well maintained. Tons of activities for kids. We were lucky to get a shaded spot but several are pretty exposed. Can’t recommend Dunes Harbor enough if you’re looking for a resort/family style campground.

  • Brian L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cartier Park Campground
    Jul. 24, 2023

    Cartier Park Campground

    Good alternative to Ludington State Park

    Park had vacancy when I called late Friday afternoon for Saturday.  So if you want to stay in the Ludington area but can't get into the State Park, this is good.  Just about 2 miles from the State Park beaches and less than 2 miles into downtown.  There is a designated paved trail that runs right through the campground.  You can easily ride bikes downtown where there is a large variety of restaurants and/or brewery.  The whole downtown area is very cool with city parks/beaches/marina/shops.  Office staff was very friendly and professional.  We camped in the "rustic" section, meaning no electric or running water on site.  Bathroom was relatively clean and near our site.  Crowd was not too rowdy and pretty chill.  Lots of kids ;-)  and dogs ;-(.  Best features are location (at nothing, but near everything).  Worst features mentioned by others - there is no fence between the campground and the busy road, road noise, the cemetery does not bother us.  Ludington State Park has MANY excellent opportunities hiking, biking, watercraft, beach bumming.  Highly recommend the State Park....but it is very hard to get into in the summer.  Stay here instead and you'll be half way between the State Park and Downtown.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
    Jul. 22, 2023

    Orchard Beach State Park

    Good stay!

    Our family and I stayed in campsite B at Orchard Beach, it is a new rustic campsite and it is on top of a hill. It was clean and spacious. The bathroom is a pretty distant walk so prepare for that. But the bathrooms and showers are clean. You will need some good tent stakes as the ground is hard clay. We would absolutely stay again.

  • Jamie S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rustic Retreat
    Jul. 15, 2023

    Rustic Retreat

    Relaxing and beautiful

    We stayed in this cabin for an entire summer and it was dreamy, so happy to share with others now.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Cartier Park Campground
    Jul. 14, 2023

    Cartier Park Campground

    Street noice and creeped out wife!

    It is a nice spot to quick stop and sleep. It’s is nice and close to town. However right next to the cemetery, so if you have superstitions and are weirded out by post death. Our spot was butted up to the road too which was busy most of the night.

  • Hike O.
    Camper-submitted photo from Orchard Beach State Park
    Jul. 10, 2023

    Orchard Beach State Park

    Forget beach access, this is a great campground

    People are complaining that there is no beach access anymore at this campground. That's correct. Because of erosion you can no longer access the beach from the campground. But a short drive up the road leads to a wonderful local beach. A short drive south gets you into Manistee with a great river walk and restaurants and brew pubs. The best part about about this campground is the availability of sites because people no longer come because they can't waddle 100 yards and put their feet in the sand. The campground is quiet, clean, and right on the water with fabulous sunsets. If you love to camp, and aren't looking for a beach vacation, you will love this park!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground
    Jun. 24, 2023

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    First time in our camper

    We thought this would be a good place for our first trip in our new to us 5th wheel! We have a 28.6ft 5th wheel and had not problem getting in and parked! Management did an awesome job of spreading out guests until they were full! Lots of things for the kids, basketball, volly ball, a beach area, pond with fishing….. so much more. Very clean, very kind and helpful staff!

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Whispering Surf Campground at Bass Lake
    Jun. 16, 2023

    Whispering Surf Campground at Bass Lake

    Absolutely Amazing!!

    This was my first time ever tent camping! Normally I am a car camping person, but I decided to give a good old tent a try. I loved it!! This campground was absolutely amazing for me and my 2 best friends. As 3 women sleeping in a tent in the woods, we felt very very safe. The staff does drive by checks on everyone throughout the day and this not only helped us develop a relationship with the staff but also made us feel very safe. The campground was very well taken care of and clean. My friends and I enjoyed renting kayaks from the campground and paddling along bass lake. The staff was really the best part. Everyone we met was so happy, helpful, and really made our stay amazing. They would even bring your firewood to your campsite for you! The campsite store was so helpful and had everything we needed! Thank you to to the staff for making our trip calm and safe. We will definitely be back soon! I also highly recommend checking out Pentwater!

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Pats RV Park
    May. 12, 2023

    Pats RV Park

    Would not stay here Would not stay here

    This review is not based upon a stay at this campground. It’s based on the disappointing interaction I had on the phone with them. We had planned to stop at a state park and fill up our camper’s water tank on our way to a different campground . However, when we arrived, we discovered that the park was closed. I did a Google search to see if there was any place nearby that we might be able to fill up. I called Pats and asked if we could simply stop in and fill up our water tank and that we were more than willing to pay for it. They told me no, they had never done that before, and they were not willing to accommodate us since we were not staying there, I was floored—I was fully expecting for them to say, “sure, no problem”. I explained our situation and asked if they could please be considerate and let us come in but they flat out refused. I think this is ridiculously unkind and I will surely never stay there. I called a KOA next, and they were more than accommodating and did not charge us anything  even though we were willing to pay. I ended up buying quite a few items from their camp store too!



Guide to Manistee

Camping near Manistee, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this area has something for you.

What to do

  • Explore the Dunes: The nearby Silver Lake State Park Campground is perfect for those who love sand dunes. One visitor mentioned, "The location is awesome due to its proximity to the Silver Lake Off Road Vehicle Area, Lake Michigan, and the Little Sable Point Lighthouse."
  • Hiking Trails: Check out the trails at Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness. A reviewer said, "The dunes are a quick walk and well worth it. There is a trail from the campground right down to the beach."
  • Fishing and Boating: At Green Lake Rustic South — Interlochen State Park, you can enjoy fishing and boating. One camper noted, "Good pan and bass fishing. The local grocery store is close, as well as a dollar store, mini golf, ice cream, and restaurants."

What campers like

What you should know

  • Noise Levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to traffic or nearby roads. A visitor at Traverse City State Park Campground noted, "The park isn’t connected to the bay... it’s close to an airport and near a busy road, so it was a little noisy."
  • Site Privacy: Privacy can vary between campgrounds. A camper at D.H. Day Group Campground mentioned, "Most sites are not real great for privacy."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may lack certain amenities. A visitor at Orchard Beach State Park Campground pointed out, "No beach access anymore at this campground."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose Family-Friendly Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and activities for kids. One camper at Silver Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Great playground, right next to the beach."
  • Plan for Bathroom Breaks: Some campgrounds have bathrooms that are a bit of a walk. A visitor at Orchard Beach State Park Campground noted, "The bathroom is a pretty distant walk so prepare for that."
  • Pack Snacks and Drinks: Having snacks on hand can keep the kids happy. A camper at Traverse City State Park Campground mentioned, "If you’re looking for quiet, nature, and easy access to swimming then it’s not my #1 choice."

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A visitor at Silver Lake State Park Campground said, "Check your rig size against the site you are planning on reserving."
  • Be Prepared for Tight Spaces: Some campgrounds have closely packed sites. A camper at Indigo Bluffs RV Park noted, "We had a lovely, shaded, level, spacious site."
  • Bring Extra Supplies: Stock up on essentials before heading out. A visitor at Lake Michigan Recreation Area mentioned, "Bring enough supplies for your stay unless you don’t mind a 1/2 hour drive to get resupplied."

Camping near Manistee, Michigan, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a memorable outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Manistee, MI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Manistee, MI is Ludington State Park with a 4.5-star rating from 40 reviews.

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