Top Glamping near Mears, MI

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Mears, MI has a lot to offer. Mears is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Get the dirt on all the best camping near Mears. Browse campgrounds by amenities, site types, and more.

Best Glamping Sites Near Mears, MI (51)

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411 Reviews of 51 Mears 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.

  • Julia A.
    Camper-submitted photo from Muskegon County Pioneer County Park
    Oct. 10, 2024

    Muskegon County Pioneer County Park

    Lost lake trail

    We had one of the sites closest to the beach access which was very nice for us, but since we were there Labor Day weekend(my mistake lol) we had a lot of traffic come through our campsite. We tend to enjoy more peaceful stays with less crowding. The beach had plenty of room for everyone to spread out and was not crowded at all which made up for it. Highly recommend watching the sunset from the beach. We also loved the lost lake trail. The group camping area is shut down.

  • FThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Michigan Recreation Area
    Sep. 28, 2024

    Lake Michigan Recreation Area

    Fantastic

    Great location away from everything. Spacious sites that are spread out. We stayed in the Oak Loop. Only 5 minute easy walk to beach. Quiet. Enough cell reception to send a text but that's it. Pit toilets only in Oak and Violet loops. Flush toilets in hemlock and orchid loop. No showers, but showers available at convenience store down the street during the summer.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Mears State Park
    Sep. 22, 2024

    Mears State Park

    First time staying

    It’s a little cramped making it a bit overwhelming but the sites are nice and kept.

  • L
    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.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Newaygo State Park
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Newaygo State Park

    It was ok.

    Stayed here to get off the road on the cheap after a long drive. It was Friday but it was quiet nothing out of the ordinary. The girls at the registration helped me find a quiet spot.

  • Jim P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Val Du Lakes Resort
    Aug. 25, 2024

    Val Du Lakes Resort

    What a great place.

    I can't say enough about this place.  They where  so nice, polite and friendly.  We had some R.V. Issues and they where there to help.  The camp site was very nice.  There bathroom and shower were so clean. We will stay there again.

  • Wendy F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Muskegon County Pioneer County Park
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Muskegon County Pioneer County Park

    Beautiful park

    We loved this park and the atmosphere. So much room for all size campers, bathrooms and showers were clean and spacious. Beach access super close and plenty of roaming for our dog. Fire rings were the nicest we've seen and the park was kept clean and today, the rangers were on top of everything.

  • 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

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Newaygo State Park
    Aug. 11, 2024

    Newaygo State Park

    Nice rustic getaway

    I’ve read lots of reviews that were lukewarm about Newaygo, but we enjoyed our 3 day getaway. Ample activities in the area (hiking, disc golf, biking, swimming, kayaking, fishing, tubing and stargazing). And shopping and nice brewery in Newaygo. Most sites are large and separated from the next. The noise levels really dropped off in the evening. Will be back!!

  • Erica L.
    Camper-submitted photo from South Channel Campground
    Aug. 4, 2024

    South Channel Campground

    It was OK

    This campground was okay. Nothing super special or exciting. The restrooms were very clean and maintained. The lots themselves are not kept well. Lots of long grass, dirt and tree stumps close to the road. Made it kinda hard to park our 30’ camper without running into a stump. It was nice and close to the channel and there is a beach attached to the campground which is accessible by a dirt trail. It was good for what we needed it for.

  • Greg D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Michigan Recreation Area
    Jul. 12, 2024

    Lake Michigan Recreation Area

    Nice off grid camping

    Nice campsites with enough space between sites. Our site wasn’t level. Most sites are level and have large picnic tables and fire pits with fold away grills. Bring enough supplies for your stay unless you don’t mind a 1/2 hour drive to get resupplied in Ludington or Manistee. Mice and mosquitoes can be a nuisance in the campsite even if you’re careful about crumbs etc. We had a mouse going under our ground tarp under the tent

  • K
    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.

  • Kyla T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park
    Jun. 27, 2024

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park

    Absolutely gorgeous

    Other than the storm cutting the power and running water at the campground for over a day, we had an amazing time. This was the most beautiful campground I’ve been to thus far! The trails were also amazing. :)

  • Leah M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park
    Jan. 19, 2024

    Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park

    Great Park By Water

    Great dunes covered in dune grass, beautiful water next to the pier where we can got to go fishing. Great Michigan sunsets, clean bathrooms and nice fire pits. Big lake and inlet lake available. Bait machine was so fun for me, it being my first. Showers really nice and clean. Sites close together hence the 4 not 5 stars but ppl are nice so no big deal. Camp activities for kids, all around great camp grounds.

  • 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.

  • H
    Camper-submitted photo from Brower Park Campground
    Sep. 7, 2023

    Brower Park Campground

    Home away

    This campground is a home away from home.  It’s beautifully situated in the middle of the state.  Ample boating, fishing swimming.  The facilities are great and they have a good truck on site.  We camp here at least twice a year.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from White River RV Park & Campground
    Sep. 4, 2023

    White River RV Park & Campground

    Dirty and loud

    My family and I stayed over Labor Day weekend. The sites were so dirty and dusty as everything is dirt including the roads. It is also very loud and was not regulated. The camp store was very clean and well stocked. The bathrooms were okay, not very clean but not awful. All in all, we will not be returning.

  • 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.

  • Rick G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Grand Haven State Park
    Aug. 25, 2023

    Grand Haven State Park

    Great Beach Camping

    Not our usual type of camping. But, with that said we really enjoyed our 4 night stay. Lake Michigan is a short stroll and downtown Grand Haven is a short walk. Enjoyed the Spring Lake bike trail loop that gave us a 19 mile ride from the campground. Verizon signal okay to stream. Lucked out and only had one off and on neighbor. Otherwise sites are very close and on a parking lot covered with sand here and there.

  • 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.



Guide to Mears

Camping near Mears, Michigan, offers a fantastic mix of natural beauty and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a quiet retreat, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do:

  • Hiking and biking: Explore the beautiful trails around the area. One camper mentioned, "The surrounding area is beautiful with hiking, biking, kayaking, etc." at Cedar Campground — Ludington State Park.
  • Beach access: Many campgrounds, like Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park, offer easy access to stunning beaches. A reviewer said, "Beautiful campground right on Lake Michigan. Clean facilities. Beach access."
  • Fishing: Enjoy fishing in nearby lakes. One visitor at Lake Michigan Recreation Area shared, "The sites were large and spread out with a bear pole, picnic table, and fire ring with a grate."

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A review for Silver Lake State Park Campground noted, "Nice large site with clean restrooms and friendly staff."
  • Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. A camper at Muskegon County Pioneer County Park said, "So much room for all size campers, bathrooms and showers were clean and spacious."
  • Natural beauty: The scenic views and diverse landscapes are a big hit. One visitor at Nordhouse Dunes Wilderness remarked, "The dunes are a quick walk and well worth it."

What you should know:

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. One parent at Lake Michigan Recreation Area said, "Camp activities for kids, all around great campgrounds."
  • Bring outdoor games: Keep the kids entertained with games. A reviewer at Muskegon County Pioneer County Park mentioned, "The kids love the playground."
  • Plan for meals: Make sure to bring enough food and snacks. A camper at Lake Michigan Campground at Muskegon State Park advised, "Bring enough supplies for your stay unless you don’t mind a 1/2 hour drive to get resupplied."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Silver Lake State Park Campground said, "Check your rig size against the site you are planning on reserving."
  • Be cautious of tight roads: Some campgrounds have narrow roads. A camper at South Channel Campground noted, "The grounds don’t seem manicured at all and I didn’t actually see a ranger drive through our entire stay."
  • Bring extension cords: If you need power, be prepared. A visitor at Silver Lake State Park Campground mentioned, "Ended up having to buy a $75 extension cord so we could stay here."

Camping near Mears, Michigan, has something for everyone, whether you're looking for adventure or relaxation.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Mears, MI?

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

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