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    Frankenmuth Jellystone Park accommodates tent campers, RV travelers, and cabin guests seeking pet-friendly options near Montrose. Campground sites allow pets with standard leash requirements in effect throughout the property, though some reviewers note the cramped site layout can make managing dogs challenging. Most designated pet areas are located away from the main recreational facilities, including the heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Holly State Recreation Area also permits pets at the McGinnis Lake Modern Campground, offering more spacious sites with access to hiking trails suitable for dog walking. The campground's pet policies include keeping dogs leashed at all times and properly disposing of waste at designated stations. Some sites require campers to bring their own portable fire pits if planning outdoor cooking with pets nearby.

    Outdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort offers pet-friendly camping with some breed restrictions, as noted in multiple reviews. The extensive property features over 700 sites and 70+ cabins with varying degrees of shade and privacy for pets. Walking paths extend up to 3 miles, providing exercise opportunities for dogs, though the large size of the resort can make getting around with pets challenging without a golf cart. Pine Ridge RV Campground enforces strict pet policies with staff closely monitoring leash compliance. Campers should be aware that the natural gas smell mentioned in reviews may disturb sensitive pets, and ant infestations have been reported at some sites. Nearby Walnut Hills Family Campground provides pet-friendly accommodations from May through October with spacious sites allowing campers to properly exercise their dogs while maintaining appropriate distance from neighbors.

    Best Dog-Friendly Campgrounds near Montrose (77)

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      1. Pine Ridge RV Campground

      4.2(5)10mi from MontroseRVs, Tents, Glamping

      "There’s private land on either side and a dirt bike track that the neighbor owns on the north end, so if you’ve got a light afternoon napper, stay away from that end."

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      2. Frankenmuth Jellystone Park

      3.7(6)13mi from MontroseRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "We weren’t able to sit outside because of the direct sun until after 8:30pm.
      This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close."

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      3. Outdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort

      3.7(12)19mi from MontroseRVs, Tents, Cabins

      "Pools, lakes, mini golf. Designed for young families. Pet friendly but has restrictions on the type of dog."

      "We’ve been going here for many years, we love access to the plenty of pools and kayaking amenities that are included in our stay!"

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      4. Chesaning Showboat Camping

      3.5(2)11mi from MontroseRVs, Tents

      from $15 / night

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      5. Covenant Hills Camp

      4.0(8)20mi from MontroseRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Large play areas, dog run, basketball court, lots of walking trails, and family friendly."

      "The location is pretty great, off the beaten path but, within 30 minutes of major stores and conveniences. "

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      6. Church Grove Park

      4.5(2)13mi from MontroseRVs, Tents

      "Very nice prayer trail."

      from $35 / night

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      7. McGinnis Lake Campground — Holly Recreation Area

      4.4(33)31mi from MontroseRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Lots and lots of hiking available , pets allowed which is awesome, disc golfing , lakes for great kayaking and there is a wonderful beach! Something for everyone!"

      "Group area is away from the main area. Kayak lakes are nice. Excellent hike/bike trails. Park is located just down the road from the Holly Oaks Off road park."

      from $27 - $30 / night

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      8. Walnut Hills Family Campground by GatherGrounds

      3.8(15)24mi from Montrose1 siteRVs, Tents

      "We were told to pick a place relatively close by for our first RV trip. We are so glad we picked Walnut Hills Family Campground in MI."

      "We were backed up to the pond with ducks always coming around.  Very peaceful and beautiful."

      from $31 / night

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      9. Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground

      4.2(32)30mi from MontroseRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping

      "Quietly tucked into Clinton co Michigan. Sleepy is easily accessible. Its close to Lansing. There are shopping centers nearby. Country party store is closer!! Very large lake....Ovid is her name!"

      "Because we didn't get any shade from the nearby trees we had to run the ac which is unusual for us in Michigan. We were in the midst of a heat-wave though and it was much appreciated."

      from $25 - $101 / night

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      10. Holts RV Sites and Mobile Home Court

      5.0(1)13mi from MontroseRVs, Tents, Cabins, Glamping
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    • Kelly G.
      Aug. 16, 2020

      Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

      Private camping

      Very private sites. I was surprised at how well each site was hidden from the others. Restrooms can be a bit far from some sites. Nice little dog park by the beach too.

    • Despina S.
      Jul. 31, 2018

      Outdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort

      Large campground. Over 700 sites and 70+ cabins. Open year-round.

      Great opportunities for winter sports. Pools, lakes, mini golf. Designed for young families. Pet friendly but has restrictions on the type of dog.

    • Doug M.
      Jun. 15, 2019

      Clear Water Campgrounds

      Love, love, love this campground.

      This is a quiet, friendly and family campground. The staff is very willing to help any way they can. The sites are level and spacious.

      A great place for the kids! With a beach, playground and paved roads is nice but the frosting in this cake is the petting zoo. Animals from bunnies, peacocks & cats to horses, goats and of course Milton the burro, get it? Milton Burro, LOL

      The store has stuff for the kids at very reasonable prices and the ice cream shop across the street is a nice walk after dinner. There's a light there for safe crossing, too.

      Try this place, you'll add this to your good memories.

      No credit or debit cards. Cash and checks only.

    • L
      Jul. 17, 2020

      Clearwater Campground

      Nice!

      A fun little campground with a nice bunch of petting zoo type animals! The beach is clean and the lake is warm! Very nice layout with walking trail around the lake. The only complaint was not nearly enough trash cans around (like, none easy to find) and the bathrooms were nasty for our 2 day visit. Price per night for full hook up was $40 :-)

    • Tara T.
      Sep. 7, 2021

      Camp Dearborn

      HUGH MUNICIPAL CAMPGROUND

      They offer campsites full hookups pet friendly

      They offer electric only no pets they offer campsites no pets.

      They have a tent only section.

      They have a beach, tennis courts, children's playground,rustic cabins, they have a recreation field Kids Activities arts and crafts!!! They have 16 resort cabins, this place is HUGH

      Bathrooms were dated and we arrived Monday after Labor Day so I can't judge them. They had a FULL HOUSE on Labor Day per the front gate. I was very impressed there was no garbage at campsites and picked up very well.

      GREAT biking trails you can catch on premise and bike over to Kensington and to the charming town of Milford

    • Noel L.
      Jun. 2, 2025

      Clearwater Campground

      Nice private campground.

      Level sites with full hookup. Catch and release fishing pond. Nice little swimming area. Nice playground. Cute little petting zoo. Stayed for a week at $320.

    • J
      Jul. 29, 2024

      Frankenmuth Jellystone Park

      Fun RV park and very close to downtown

      Our site was averaged out to $82.71 a night with the weekly rate discount.

      We were in Site# 306 (a deluxe plus RV site - be aware that some of these are back-ins and not clearly labeled on the site map - we had to change sites to a pull-thru). We had Full hook- up with a gravel pull-through.
      We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep.
      The site was easy to level.

      Our site was not shaded with zero trees. We weren’t able to sit outside because of the direct sun until after 8:30pm.
      This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

      The deluxe plus lot comes without a concrete patio but with a picnic table and fire ring. They do sell firewood and will deliver to your site.

      There is free WiFi. They do not offer Cable TV but there are quite a few channel options.

      There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.

      They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster.

      You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent pedal bikes. They do not provide golf cart rentals.

      They do have a heated indoor and heated outdoor Swimming pool and one hot tub.

      There is a Playground. They also offer Gaga ball, basketball sport court, and volleyball courts. There is a Game room for kids. They have a Putt putt course and Jumping pad.

      They have a great general store. There is a separate Activity Center for kids.
      There are tons of scheduled activities for kids like wagon rides, arts & crafts, scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, etc. Activities are scheduled all day from 9am to 8pm.

      There is a snack bar on site from 4pm-9:30pm where you can get hot dogs, brats, pretzels, nachos, ice cream, etc.

      The streets are mostly paved and good for riding bikes.

      This is an RV park with cabins to rent also. Tent camping is also allowed.

      They have two shower houses. The shower house has the typical stalls. There is a great area to hang clothes and store your toiletries in the shower stall. These are kept very clean.

      There is a laundry facility. It is a cash only facility, but they have a change machine in the arcade room. There are approximately 4washers and 4 dryers. It is approximately $2.75 to wash and $0.75 to dry a load.

      They do not have a fenced in dog park. There are areas to walk dogs though.

      Flies were an issue and bug spray was needed.

      There were no trails to hike off of the campground.

      Some fun things to do outside of the campground are Frankenmuth FunShips (chocolate & wine tasting), the Golden Ticket Trolley, the Bavarian Belle (popcorn & sodas) River Place Shops, wineries, and Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland store. This RV park is less than a mile to downtown/River Place Shops where there is tons of shopping.

    • Maggie M.
      Aug. 4, 2018

      McGinnis Lake Campground — Holly Recreation Area

      Everything to do

      Holly Rec is huge and there is so much you can do. Camping is pretty secluded. Lots and lots of hiking available , pets allowed which is awesome, disc golfing , lakes for great kayaking and there is a wonderful beach! Something for everyone! you can get away here , and take a much needed break from real life.

    Guide to Montrose

    Camping areas around Montrose, Michigan sit in the central region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, where the terrain consists mostly of flat to gently rolling landscapes with elevations between 700-800 feet. The camping season typically runs from May through October, with summer temperatures averaging 70-85°F. Most campgrounds in this region feature a mix of wooded and open sites with proximity to lakes or rivers for water activities.

    What to do

    Hiking trails: 3+ miles of walking paths at Outdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort provide exercise opportunities for both campers and their dogs. The extensive property makes getting around challenging without transportation. As one visitor notes: "The grounds were well maintained for a rustic campground but, bathrooms and meeting buildings were adequately upgraded and offered pleasant amenities, such as a game room, large gym and decent air conditioning."

    Beach and water activities: Swimming and fishing available at Wolverine Campground on the north shore of Holloway Reservoir. The lake offers boating and water sports, though water depth is limited. "The lake was beautiful and very busy with lots of boats. It's a reasonable campground," reports one camper, while another mentions it's "great for walleye fishing, even if it's a tad shallow."

    Winter sports: Year-round outdoor options for seasonal visitors at several locations. Some campgrounds remain open during winter months, offering alternative recreation. "Great opportunities for winter sports. Pools, lakes, mini golf. Designed for young families," notes one visitor about Outdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort.

    What campers like

    Privacy between sites: Variable site spacing across the region's campgrounds. Holly State Recreation Area offers more secluded options. "Actually feels like camping with all the trees, not lined up in a farmer's field. Lots of trails and great beach with a dog friendly area," explains one camper. Another adds: "We stayed in the Maple loop which had several semi-private sites screened from neighbors by trees. I think site #1 was one of the roomiest and prettiest."

    Well-maintained facilities: Clean restrooms and showers at most established campgrounds. Regular maintenance makes for comfortable stays, especially during peak season. According to one visitor at Covenant Hills Camp: "The grounds were well maintained for a rustic campground but, bathrooms and meeting buildings were adequately upgraded and offered pleasant amenities."

    Variety of camping options: Everything from tent sites to cabins available at many locations. "We used multiple different styles of cabins and a few RV sites, as well as various buildings for activities. All in all, it was an incredible time and I highly recommend it," shares one Covenant Hills Camp visitor.

    What you should know

    Pet policies vary widely: Some dog-friendly campgrounds near Montrose have breed restrictions. Walnut Hills Family Campground welcomes pets but requires leashing at all times. "The sites are moderate size. Campfire pits are not secure to ground, are just rings, they are above ground," notes one camper. Most campgrounds have designated pet areas and waste disposal stations.

    Limited connectivity: Minimal WiFi or cell service at most rural locations. One visitor to Wolverine Campground reports: "There is no internet or WiFi access. The camping spaces are VERY close together so it is very cramped." Plan accordingly if you need to stay connected.

    Site reservations recommended: Holiday weekends fill quickly at popular locations. Some campgrounds allow same-day reservations, but availability is limited, especially between Memorial Day and Labor Day. As one camper at Sleepy Hollow noted: "Plan to book the day of six months before because otherwise you will not get a site."

    Tips for camping with families

    Playground access: Multiple play areas available for children of different ages. Sleepy Hollow State Park offers a beach and playground, though they require some travel from campsites. "There is a beach and playground, but it is quite the walk from the campground. Plan to drive or bike ride if you have trouble walking long distances," advises one regular visitor.

    Organized activities: Scheduled events for kids at several family-focused campgrounds. "They do have a heated indoor and heated outdoor Swimming pool and one hot tub. There is a Playground. They also offer Gaga ball, basketball sport court, and volleyball courts. There is a Game room for kids," reports a visitor to Frankenmuth Jellystone Park.

    Swimming options: Both natural and pool swimming available depending on location. Look for campgrounds with multiple water features. "Nice park with beach, boat/canoe rentals, large sites, helpful management," says one Walnut Hills visitor, while another adds: "We loved that the area was grassy and not all dirt. The campground had big sites, nice bathrooms, and a great pond to swim in."

    Tips from RVers

    Hookup access: Extension cords often needed for electrical connections. At several campgrounds, power posts serve multiple sites but may be positioned far from individual camping spots. "If you're in a camper, make sure you have an extension cord. The power is quite a ways away," advises a visitor to Wolverine Campground.

    Site leveling challenges: Variable terrain across campgrounds affects setup ease. Some areas require significant adjustment to level RVs. "Nice pull through sites, some are tight, but none are impossible," notes one visitor to Pine Ridge RV Campground, while another mentions: "Some camp sites are squished up to others. Other camp sites have plenty of room."

    Fire pit variations: Not all sites include fire rings or they may be unusual designs. "The fire pits are VERY DEEP, which means you have to be right up on it to see or feel the flame 2 feet below ground level," explains one Wolverine Campground visitor. Check in advance if outdoor cooking is planned.

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