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Best Tent Camping near Marshall, MI

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Tent camping near Marshall, Michigan provides several options within a 30-mile radius, with sites ranging from established campgrounds to more secluded walk-in tent sites. Camper Village Campground and Leidy Lake Campground offer tent-specific camping areas, while Wildwood Acres Campground in Jonesville (about 25 miles southeast of Marshall) operates seasonally from May through mid-September. Six Lakes Campground in Hillsdale features tent campsites with lake access and natural shade, making it popular among tent campers seeking water recreation opportunities.

Most tent campgrounds in the Marshall area provide basic amenities for primitive tent camping experiences. Wildwood Acres offers electric hookups and picnic tables but lacks shower facilities and trash service. Way Back In Campground provides walk-in tent sites with drinking water, fire rings, and access to toilets and showers. Wheel Inn Campground in Leslie operates year-round with both drive-in and walk-in tent sites, offering drinking water, fire pits, and shower facilities. Campers should note that firewood availability varies by location, with some campgrounds prohibiting outside wood due to invasive species concerns. Weather conditions in this region can change rapidly, particularly during spring and fall, requiring proper tent setup and rain protection.

The tent camping experience around Marshall features several waterfront opportunities. According to reviews, Six Lakes Campground provides "beautiful lake" access with "perfect amount of shade" at tent sites and boat access to connected waterways through small canals. For backcountry tent camping options, Pigeon River State Fish and Wildlife Area (about 40 miles south in Indiana) offers more primitive conditions with walk-in tent sites, vault toilets, and no drinking water or trash service. Campers noted the area provides "kayaking through winding rivers and lakes" with shuttle service available. Tent campers should be aware that Way Back In Campground has received negative reviews citing concerns about site cleanliness and nighttime noise levels, with one camper reporting "debris that has been collected like that every weekend."

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  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 11, 2019

    Brookside City Park

    Beautiful super small camping in town

    The campsites are located past the playground and shelter. Just keep driving down the road that looks like an alley. There is a wonderful place set up for just a few campers. 

    A couple sites are for tents only and the others are standard sites. There are a few trees by the sites but it’s mostly open area. Portable toilets are at the end of the camping area and in the playground area. The playground is a day use area for town so expect to meet some locals. 

    Driving just down the street takes you to the police station. This is where you register for the site. Town is around you and ready to explore. There are a few train tracks and industrial businesses which provide a bit of noise along with traffic. For us, the noise just slid right into the background. 

    This is a great place for a low price.

  • beth S.
    Aug. 13, 2022

    Lansing Cottonwood Campground

    Primitive Sites!

    We came to the Lansing area for a family function and stayed at one of the Primitive Sites at Cottonwood Campground. The front of the grounds did seem a bit congested and not many trees, but we had a primitive site and it was everything we wanted. We camped in hammocks and had a pretty large site with great trees that could accommodate at least three to four hammocks (siteP5). Our site had a picnic table which was very helpful to have. There are a lot of wildlife noises, owls, frogs, crickets, etc. and you can hear some of the highway traffic but the nature sounds kind of drown it out.

    Overall was a good experience and staff were friendly and the primitive sites were over half empty. We will definitely come again.

    Second night, it had rained pretty much all day. Spiders came out at alarming numbers, mostly daddy long legs and the night before, raccoons had gotten into our food storage bins by undoing the side latches on them. The next night we made sure to house trash and food items in our truck.

  • Christopher P.
    Jul. 25, 2021

    Deep Lake Rustic Campground — Yankee Springs Recreation Area - TEMPORARILY CLOSED IN 2024

    Nice rustic site

    Nice rustic campground with a beautiful lake view. Nice big fire rings. Vault toilet and water pump nearby. Some what level site but in the small side. Perfect for tent camping or a teardrop. Definitely nothing over 15'. Was able to park across from my site to maximize space.

    Gorgeous little lake town just 8 miles away has a full grocery store and restaurants.

    Campsites border the Deep Lake trail.

  • J
    Jun. 9, 2019

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Rustic campground near civilization

    This campground is part of the Waterloo State Recreation area, about 6 miles north of Chelsea MI. Sites are decent-sized, not much privacy between some sites. Only a couple of sites overlook the lake. Picnic table, fire ring, vault toilet and hand pump water. Quiet little campground.

  • Mike B.
    Sep. 5, 2018

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Rustic Campground Close to Town

    I stayed here with my kids because it was close to home and town. It makes for an easy getaway for a night or two.

    It is rustic with just vault toilets. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring.

    The lake is not good for swimming as it is very mucky and covered in Lilly pads.

    It can fill up quick because it is close to town.

    There is a Yurt for rent here as well through the Waterloo Recreation web page.

  • Laura H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2020

    Twin Mills Camping Resort

    Beautiful Wooded Campground

    Twin Mills is a really beautiful and quiet RV Campground, with tall trees in Northern Indiana. We frequent this location when getting RV Repairs and visiting Elkhart, the birth place of most RVs.

    There are cabins and tent sites and a large lake access point with a beach area. The playgrounds seemed to be in good shape and the dumpsters were centrally located.

    The park has a gate entrance for security.

    There is a large pool area and basketball court.

    There are several sections in the park, some more wooded and narrow sites, some are more spread out.

    Cellular: T-Mobile had good signal strength and bandwidth, AT&T was not as good but still doable.

    Most of the sites are full hook up, some have 30amp and some have 50amp.

    Amenities: Pool Clubhouse Basketball Volleyball Picnic tables Fire rings Trash Playground Lake access Beach area Dock Cabins Tent sites

  • Kate K.
    Aug. 22, 2019

    Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    A Wonderful Winter Getaway

    We stayed in the Southfork Rustic Cabin at the end of Feb and it was lovely much needed get away. The cabin was semi modern (solar lighting) but only a wood stove for heat. Small kitchen unit with table for eating. You had to hike in about a quarter mile to get there, and it sleeps four people with two bunk beds. There is an outside vault toilet behind the cabin. Lots of trails connecting the cabin to the rest of the park. Cheap too! Only $68 per night.

Guide to Marshall

Tent camping opportunities around Marshall, Michigan extend through several neighboring counties, with most sites located within a 25-mile radius. The region sits at elevations between 900-1,100 feet above sea level, creating mild summer camping conditions with average temperatures ranging from 60-85°F. Campgrounds in this area typically operate from mid-April through October, with some sites extending into November depending on weather conditions.

What to do

Water recreation access: Wheel Inn Campground provides tent campers with nearby fishing opportunities and boat launches on surrounding lakes. One camper notes the grounds are "very clean and nice" with staff that "don't bother you."

Wildlife viewing: Circle B RV Park offers nature trails with wildlife viewing opportunities in addition to developed amenities. According to a visitor, it's a "great campground, very well maintained, lots to do, great atmosphere."

River kayaking: The Pigeon River State Fish and Wildlife Area features boat-in camping sites and water trails ideal for kayakers. A visitor describes "kayak through winding rivers and lakes in Northern Indiana" with "shuttle service [that] is convenient and not overly expensive."

What campers like

Shaded lake sites: Campers appreciate the 6 Lakes Campground's waterfront tent sites that feature natural tree cover. A review notes the campground "has a boat access, with a beautiful lake" and mentions sites have the "perfect amount of shade."

Clean facilities: At Wheel Inn Campground, the regularly maintained facilities receive positive feedback from tent campers staying in both drive-in and walk-in sites. One camper simply states the grounds are "very clean and nice."

Connected waterways: 6 Lakes Campground offers canoe and kayak access through small canals connecting different sections of the lake system. According to a visitor, "you can go through little canals to get to other parts of the lake."

What you should know

Campground confusion: Some listed campgrounds in the Marshall area may have changed names or closed. A visitor to what was listed as Green Acres Campground reported: "I didn't stay here, but there is no 'Green Acres Campground'. There is another campground, 'En Gedi'."

Mixed reviews: Some campgrounds receive inconsistent feedback about management and site quality. Way Back In Campground received criticism from a former seasonal camper who noted issues with "obscene drunken adult behaviors" and safety concerns such as "homeless individuals using drugs and living in the campgrounds."

Limited availability: Several tent campgrounds in the Marshall area have limited site numbers, particularly for walk-in tent sites, which may require reservations 2-3 weeks in advance during summer weekends.

Tips for camping with families

Check campground policies: Way Back In Campground has received mixed reviews regarding family-friendliness. A long-term camper warns it is "not a family friendly campground" despite initially offering "family-friendly activities like hayrides and crafts."

Consider year-round options: Families seeking camping opportunities beyond the typical summer season can utilize Wheel Inn Campground, which operates "All year" according to its listing information.

Verify amenities: Campground amenities vary widely across the Marshall area. While some sites like Circle B offer abundant recreational facilities described as having "lots to do," others provide minimal amenities or may lack the advertised facilities.

Tips from RVers

Size restrictions: Many tent-focused campgrounds in the Marshall area have limited accommodation for larger RVs. Only Wheel Inn Campground specifically lists "big-rig-friendly" among its features.

Seasonal availability: RV campers should note that some campgrounds like Wildwood Acres operate on limited seasonal schedules, being open only from "May 1 to September 15."

Hook-up variations: Electric and water hookups are inconsistently available across tent campgrounds in the Marshall region, with some sites providing these amenities while others offer more primitive camping experiences.

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