3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several cabin camping options exist within an hour's drive of Mount Clemens, Michigan, offering various comfort levels from rustic to modern. Addison Oaks County Park provides cabins with electricity and wood-burning stoves but no running water, suitable for groups of 10-15 people. Bald Mountain Recreation Area offers year-round rustic cabins popular with hunters and scout troops, featuring wood-burning stoves but no electricity. Oakland County parks maintain clean, well-maintained cabin facilities with nearby hiking trails and recreational amenities. "The cabins sleep about 10-15 people if I remember correctly. They are rustic, so they don't have electricity or heat but there is a large wood burning stove," noted one visitor about Bald Mountain's accommodations.
Cabin styles vary from primitive structures to more comfortable options with modest amenities. KOA campgrounds in Emmett and Port Huron offer furnished cabin rentals with electricity, making them suitable for families seeking a camping experience with basic comforts. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area and Proud Lake Recreation Area provide state park cabins available year-round. Most locations require advance reservations, especially during summer months from May through October. Pet policies differ by location, with most KOA cabins allowing pets for an additional fee, while state park cabins have stricter limitations. According to one camper, "We love coming to Addison Oaks. It is a quick drive from home but a great little get away spot."
Most cabins include basic furnishings but require visitors to bring their own bedding, pillows, towels and cooking supplies. Kitchen facilities range from none in rustic cabins to basic countertops and refrigerators in more developed units. Firewood is available for purchase at most locations, with wood-burning stoves or outdoor fire rings common for cooking and heating. While primitive cabins have no running water, developed cabins typically provide access to nearby shower houses and restroom facilities. Campers should plan to bring drinking water for rustic cabins, and all locations recommend bringing flashlights, extra batteries, and appropriate seasonal clothing.
"Less tree cover than we would have liked, you're basically in a giant grassy field, but it was perfect for a large group. we did have to share a pavilion with a group of older campers (celebrating a 90th"
"Always a great local retreat away from our hectic daily life. Don’t have to travel far to find some nature. Most sites generously sized, hookups available, clean restrooms."
"Addison Oaks is a campground that features hiking and mountain biking trails, campground, cabins, disc golf course, and a lake for boating."
"Nice park, family friendly, very clean and maintained. Bike and boat rental, children’s playground and activities. Hiking and biking trails. RC airport. When in this area this its the place to stay."
"The trails are well maintained and well marked. There is also tons of clean, easy to access lakes within the park too. Perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding, or fishing."
"Great trails and kids friendly."
from $108 / night
"Park is clean. Beach is a 1.8 mile hike from the East loop in the campground but is well worth the walk."
"The East campground is more open and had 3 small cabins that can be rented. The West camping is more wooded and isolated."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $20 - $80 / night
"Tent sites are relatively well spaced out and clean. Fire rings and picnic tables at each site. Modern bathrooms and shower rooms are available."
"Pretty park with several well marked trails. 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."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $27 - $86 / night
"First time out with the camper and we wanted to stay close to home so we found a campground right outside the city. You couldn't tell how close we were because there were so many trees in the area."
"I had no clue what to expect when booking so close to a few major cities in Michigan. I love feeling secluded while camping and was nervous this would feel like parking lot camping."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $32 - $286 / night
"It was a bit noisy at night, it’s to be expected with children and the generation we live in today. Overall a great experience! Hope to return soon to enjoy the activities."
"Playground for the kids, tons of activities on the weekend. Fishing is great! Beach is big and clean."
"lots of trees, cabins, tents and campers welcome. Many shower houses/bathrooms. Jumping pillow, tons of scheduled activities, equipment rentals, trails nearby."
"Tons to for kids, multiple pools including a zero entry, jumping pillow, ice cream stores, old west town hayrides, train rides($), multiple parks, and next to small water park."
"I don’t believe the cabins are pet friendly though. It’s probably the only reason we haven’t been back. We’ll definitely go back when we have a camper."
"This campground has a lake for swimming, water slide, arcade, boat rentals, mini golf, biking trails and fishing. Lots for kids to do... also skate park and 2 playgrounds."
from $28 - $48 / night
"Both sections have access to the beach, but the northern section is closer to the beach. The Northern section also has a camp store, which I have never seen at a state of Michigan campground."
"Lakeport is one of the hidden gems in Michigan. We all have heard that you can find Petoskey Stones in Northern Michigan, well.... look no further!!!!!"
from $21 - $120 / night
TravelerI came, desperate and exhausted...I saw, an opportunity for an extended stay...I conquered, my inexperience was met with warmth and accommodating camp attendants and camp neighbors. And God was with me the entire journey from Virginia to this Blessed Ground in Michigan. Seems forever had I longed for so much Peace and Quiet. Forever grateful am I. 😇🥰
ScoutThe lake is very weedy. But silver lake or Bishop lakes are close.
TravelerWe had a great stay! Didn’t enjoy any of the activities but heard they were a blast. We enjoyed the texted alerts on activities. This was our second trip with our new rv, just chilled and enjoyed. It was a bit noisy at night, it’s to be expected with children and the generation we live in today. Overall a great experience! Hope to return soon to enjoy the activities.
TravelerI was pleasantly surprised by this state park. I prefer camping that is more secluded and the pictures on the DNR site appeared very close together.
The North loop of the campground was very noisy and crowded. However, the South loop had more of the rustic vibe I prefer. The sites were spacious and while there weren’t trees in between each site, there were trees lining between each row that backed up to each other.
The beach is a bit rocky so beach shoes are recommended. The rocks are well worth the seclusion on the south side of the beach.
I will definitely be back to this campground!
TravelerIts huge! It has everything a family could want!
GuideAs usual, there's only electric at sites, but the pedestals seem fairly new, and tight. South loop is nicely wooded & has a newer, larger restroom/shower building, not much lake view. The north loop is a little less wooded, with the NW end having a little better lake views, but a pretty ancient restroom/shower facility.
Across the lake is the day use area with a beach and concession stand. (There's a small camp store in the north loop.)
ADA Only sites are asphalt paved. Some of the regular sites could be a challenge to get level on, but the rangers told me they have wood blocks for loan if you don't have enough.
Our first night & a half, we had some terrible neighbors two sites over. Constant profanities, yelling at & threatening their kids... real dirtbags. Rangers booted them from the park! Good to see them taking such positive action. I have not run into a single staff member here that wasn't pleasant.
This was our first time here. A test run, since it's only an hour from home (but feels farther). We'll be back for sure. (Especially with gas prices so high anymore.)
T-Mobile was only slow LTE at our site, but our Starlink worked perfectly at our site. Might be harder to get a clear shot in the more wooded areas of the park.
ScoutMy husband and I actually took our first camping trip in our new camper to this location, but we are novice when it comes to campgrounds. It was nice because there was always an attendant at the office to help. They gave clear and concise directions. The grounds were impeccable. Everything looked fantastic. We have even considered being seasonal here because it is so beautiful.
TravelerPretty with trees, although you do have very open views if you like more growth... weekend activities... family park, you need to be able to walk a ways to enjoy all their games, activities and beach...
TravelerWe booked this spot and stayed for 4 nights. Large and spacious. Our spot backed up on a hill and the electric hookup was at the back of the spot as opposed to the side like most other campgrounds. You will either need a longer electrical cord or if you can back your RV up far enough to reach you will need something to put under your steps to make them touch the ground. By no means a negative thing, just make sure you are prepared!
Cabin camping near Mount Clemens, Michigan offers options within a 45-mile radius that range from basic shelters to furnished retreats. Located in southeastern Michigan where the Clinton River meets Lake St. Clair, this area experiences four distinct seasons with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F and winter temperatures often dipping below freezing. Campers should note that seasonal weather significantly impacts cabin availability, with many locations limiting operations from April through October.
Explore mountain biking trails: Bald Mountain Recreation Area features well-maintained and marked trails popular for mountain biking and hiking. "The trails are well maintained and well marked. There is also tons of clean, easy to access lakes within the park too. Perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding, or fishing," notes a visitor to Bald Mountain Recreation Area.
Visit nearby lakes: Most cabin areas provide access to lakes for fishing, kayaking and other water activities. "We stayed in one of the group sites and it was beautiful. The beach is nice, a little small, but clean and fun," reports a visitor at Addison Oaks County Park.
Try disc golf: Several parks offer disc golf courses as recreational options. "I enjoyed the trails, disc golf and overall wonderful Park staff! Extremely clean and well-kept," according to one visitor at Addison Oaks County Park.
Seasonal activities: Many parks offer special events throughout the year. At Proud Lake Recreation Area, campers appreciate the holiday programming: "Proud lake is very nice...we've been going to halloween camping for the past 2 years, decorate your site and the kids get dressed up an go trick or treating in camp, theres a costume contest and hay rides, fun family atmosphere."
Privacy levels: Cabin locations vary in seclusion, with some offering more private settings. "We stayed in site #18 I felt was spacious and not to close to the people next to us and trees behind us. We had privacy and it was quiet," mentions a visitor to Oakland County Addison Oaks.
Proximity to nature: Many cabins are situated in wooded areas with wildlife viewing opportunities. A camper at Oakland County Addison Oaks shares: "The grounds are huge with bike/hike trails, a lake and a disc golf course. Mountain biking seems to be very popular there are dirt trails off the paved hiking loop."
Reservation timing: Most cabin sites require advance booking, especially for weekends and summer months. Weekday availability is typically better than weekends.
Variable cabin furnishings: Cabin amenities differ significantly between locations. "The sites are very close together and you can see all of your neighbors. It's what we like to call 'parking lot campgrounds,'" cautions one visitor about certain sections of Lakeport State Park.
Weather considerations: The region experiences significant seasonal changes. A Lakeport State Park visitor advises: "This beach is mostly rocks and I have to say that I have found the most Petoskey stones and pudding stones." Bring water shoes for rocky shorelines.
Beach access: Several parks offer swimming areas with varying amenities. "The beach is nice, a little small, but clean and fun," notes a camper at Addison Oaks, though they mention it "would be nice if your pets were allowed to swim also."
Playground facilities: Most family-oriented sites include playground equipment. A visitor to Pontiac Lake Recreation Area shares: "Park is clean. Beach is a 1.8 mile hike from the East loop in the campground but is well worth the walk. (Trail is not stroller/wagon friendly)."
Activity planning: Consider parks with scheduled children's programs. "They have kids activities on the weekends, a lake for swimming, great playgrounds and everything is really clean," mentions an Addison Oaks visitor.
Hookup locations: Some sites have unusual electrical hookup placements. At Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, a visitor warns: "If you are hoping to hook up to electrical, bring extension cords; some hook ups are exceptionally far away from the designated RV parking pad."
Site selection: Choose sites based on privacy needs and access to amenities. "We stayed in area A in a water/electric site. It was a Boo Fest weekend. Lots of socially distanced activities for the kids and a scavenger hunt," recommends a visitor to Addison Oaks County Park.
Loop differences: Many parks have distinct camping areas with different characteristics. "There are two sections to this campground. The northern section seems to be the louder section and the southern section seems to be the more laid back quiet section," advises a Lakeport State Park visitor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Mount Clemens, MI?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Mount Clemens, MI is Addison Oaks County Park with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.
What is the best site to find cabin camping near Mount Clemens, MI?
TheDyrt.com has all 28 cabin camping locations near Mount Clemens, MI, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
