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No horse corrals are available at the campgrounds near Naubinway, Michigan, based on the provided data. Newberry Campground, located 37 miles northeast of Naubinway, allows pets but does not have dedicated horse facilities. The campground features electric and water hookups, a heated pool, and sites that accommodate RVs and tents. Sites are somewhat close together but the location provides a central base for exploring Upper Peninsula attractions. The campground is open from May 23 to October 15 and offers full amenities including showers, toilets, and sanitary dump stations.
Tahquamenon Falls State Park's Rivermouth Modern Campground, situated 60 miles northeast of Naubinway near Paradise, offers modern camping facilities but does not permit pets, which includes horses. The campground provides electric hookups and water access along the Tahquamenon River near Lake Superior. Campsites are generally spacious with trees providing privacy between sites. The bathrooms and showers are consistently well-maintained. For horse owners seeking equestrian trails, alternative destinations would need to be considered, as none of the reviewed campgrounds in the immediate Naubinway area feature horse-specific amenities or trail access points for riders.
"The staff was very friendly and they actually had campsites that were more private then almost all the Michigan state parks we have stayed at."
"Easy drive to the falls, nice clean grounds, and right next to ATV trails"
"This has and will remain my favorite campground in Michigan."
"Located just outside of the town of Paradise on the Upper Peninsula of Michigan."
from $20 - $23 / night
Check Availability"Watch the sunset from your tent on top of a 40 foot over lake MI."
"I have absolutely nothing but positive things to say. I am more one to frequent rustic and secluded campgrounds."
"This campground is very close to trailhead. Well maintained, decent wifi. Don't expect any Verizon cell coverage here. Sites are nice and large, staff is friendly and the bar has good food"
from $33 - $55 / night
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GuideThis has and will remain my favorite campground in Michigan. Easy access to the Tahquamenon River, bathrooms are always clean and showers all work very well, sites are generally private due to surrounding trees, and the overall campground is small relative to most modern campgrounds.
LegendThis beautiful state park is a stunner during the fall colors! Located just outside of the town of Paradise on the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It has all the amenities of a state park such as: spacious camp sites with plenty of room for larger RV’s, fire rings, picnic tables, super clean bathrooms and showers, nature programs, a playground, and a camp store. The campsites vary from rustic to those equipped with electricity to camper cabins, depending on your needs.
There are miles of hiking trails, gorgeous waterfalls, fishing boat rentals, paddling/canoeing opportunities, large picnic areas for groups and more. In the winter, they offer snowmobiling and cross country skiing.
Camp site fees vary, but keep in mind that non-residents pay an additional $9 per day for use of Michigan State Parks.
GuideWe stayed in site 38, in the Lower Falls- Portage campground. It's an open area which is shaded. We had 30 amp and access to drinking water on site. Verizon was able to bring in 3G, at best. Bathroom/Showers were about 200 feet from our site. They were extremely clean, even though it was rainy and muddy. As for the rain, our site didn't have standing water, but it was mainly dirt, which was a challenge not to track in our rig. Bring a rug or at least a mat! Nice big fire pits. There is a guy that drives through the park frequently, selling firewood for $5 a bundle. From our campground, it was a short hike, down to the lower falls, store and restaurant. if you make the loop around the lower falls, it's about 3 miles and half of it is through some amazing woods. You can also hike to the Upper falls, that's about a 4 mile hike, one way. But as a reward, there is a Brewery, restaurant, store, big deck with fireplace, at the entrance of the Upper falls. If you truly want to camp to get away from TV, Internet, phones and the daily grind, this place might be for you.
GuideWe stayed here on the very last night they were open this season. The staff was very friendly and they actually had campsites that were more private then almost all the Michigan state parks we have stayed at. It was a bit pricey for camping $40 for a pop up truck camper with only electric and water.
They have hot showers that were clean and looked taken care of. They have a playground, playroom and a pool. None of this was open during our visit but I imagine in the summer it is all going strong and the kids have a blast. My one complaint was it is pretty close to the road and during a heavy tourist season it could probably be pretty loud.
LegendWhat amazing waterfalls there are in Upper Michigan! There are a couple camping areas and after some research we chose to stay in the Upper Falls campground (which seemed less busy than the Lower Falls). Our site was large right near the creek, which was scenic, but I think attracted more mosquitos unfortunately. This campground is very near to a restaurant and a little store. The hike between the lower and upper falls was nice and we enjoyed it a lot!
GuideThe Tahquamenon Falls State Park is gorgeous! The campground that we visited was the one by the river mouth. The campground is well maintained, the toilets and baths - clean. The camp sites are situated in the middle of a river bend and the area is very picturesque. The town of Paradise is close nearby and one can find almost anything in the very well stocked stores. The river has a couple of waterfalls upstream from the Rivermouth Campground - the Lower and Upper Tahquamenon Falls. Other sites of interest nearby are the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at Whitefish Point, the Point Iroquois Light at Bay Mills on Whitefish Bay. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Mackinac Island are also fairly close (a couple of hours away driving distance) in case you need to enrich your experience. The area is also pierced by the North Country Trail. A very refreshing hike for us was the hike between the Upper and Lower Falls. A nice reward at the end of the trail is a small brewery with some interesting beer selection. The whole area is very beautiful and despite the gloomy weather it was a memorable experience.
GuideThe campground is nestled in the trees along the Tahquamenon River near the rivermouth of Lake Superior. The campsite was on the end of the loop with the walking path along the river.
There is river access along the back of the campground for fishing or enjoying the beautiful wetlands.
The campground is about a 20-30 minute drive to the main Tahquamenon Falls State Park.
LegendWe stayed in site # 29 at the River mouth Campground. It is a beautiful campground and was quiet most of the time. Our site had water & electric, a picnic table & a nice fire pit. The bathrooms were behind our camper they were nice not that we use them. We drove to the other part of the park I like this campground much better. The other part of the campground is close to the falls & they are beautiful. Root beer falls they call it due to the color of the water. There are many view points you can get very close to the falls.
There isn't much else around but there is whitefish point with the Shipwreck Museum. It's amazing all the shipwrecks, lives lost & stories behind it all. This was well worth the drive to it. The Edmond Fitzgerald display is there with the bell from the ship, they replaced it with a bell that has all the names of the crew on it. There is a lighthouse there & several buildings you can go in, really enjoyed it.
We kayaked the river , went under a small bridge into Lake Superior then turned around it was getting windy. Nice day on the water.
GuideReviews can be so subjective, an employees bad day, the crowed at the campground etc.....
Let's start with the campground on its own merits removing all people involved.
Bathrooms - Centrally located and exceptionally clean and modern with very nice individual shower stalls.
Campground sites - Sites ranged from normal size to no chance for privacy whatsoever. We stayed in site 3, it seemed to be one of the sites with a bit more room.
Ok we arrived at what turned out to be a few minutes before the office closed. The guy working the office seemed to be in a hurry to leave and did not really give us much info on the campground, he just highlighted the available sites and sent me on my way. When we got back to the office, less than ten minutes later, he was gone and it was locked up. So I used the phone service and called my site in.
As I was doing this another state park employee walks up to the office, I inquire about wood, he says it is not available any longer because the cash drawer is closed out already. I was like can you put $5 on the counter and do it in the morning? No He tells me I need to drive to town and find wood, but does not tell me where to get it from.
I was a bit surprised because we had been camping at state parks in Michigan for a week and had nothing but amazing and super helpful park employees at every park.
So we drove to town and finally found someone who had wood in stock.
When we got back to the campground we set up camp, settled in and took the dog for a walk. Headed back to our campsite to get a fire going and relaxed for a bit enjoying the fire. After we settled in for the nite, things got loud, people yelling, dogs barking, it was one of the noisiest campgrounds I have ever been in. I am not sure how late into the night it went but it seemed like there were a lot of campsites that got together to party.
So other then the time around the campfire the stay here really was not our cup of tea so we moved on the next day and most likely will not return to this campground.
Camping near Naubinway, Michigan provides access to both Lake Michigan shorelines and inland forest experiences within the eastern Upper Peninsula. The area sits within the Hiawatha National Forest at approximately 600 feet elevation and experiences significant seasonal variations with summer temperatures averaging 75°F and winter lows frequently below freezing. Most campgrounds in the region are operational from May through October due to heavy snowfall during winter months.
Trail riding access: While there aren't horse-specific facilities at most campgrounds, the area offers extensive ORV and hiking trails through the Hiawatha National Forest. Jack Pine Lodge and Campground provides "direct trail access from the property, and they provide a free ORV hand washing station and air for tires," according to camper Erika P.
Dark sky viewing: The region offers exceptional stargazing opportunities away from city lights. A camper at St. James Township Campground noted, "Beaver Island is a designated dark sky area and I've seen the aurora multiple times."
Water activities: The rivermouth areas provide excellent paddling opportunities. Cody S. mentions at Tahquamenon Falls State Park, "There is river access along the back of the campground for fishing or enjoying the beautiful wetlands."
Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer good site separation. At Newberry Campground, one reviewer noted, "They actually had campsites that were more private then almost all the Michigan state parks we have stayed at."
Clean facilities: The region's campgrounds maintain good standards. Bryan T. observed at Tahquamenon Falls State Park, "The bathrooms and showers where very clean. Each campsite seemed large enough to stay away from your neighbors."
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful setting. Hannah P. described her experience at Jack Pine Lodge and Campground: "Clean and quiet camping, friendly workers. We were the only tenters but didn't stop us! Great place to bring a friendly dog."
Limited equestrian camping: The immediate Naubinway area lacks dedicated horse corrals or equestrian-specific campgrounds. Riders seeking horse-friendly trails should consider facilities further south in the Lower Peninsula or in western sections of the UP.
Seasonal bugs: The UP is known for intense insect activity. At Jack Pine Lodge and Campground, Lora H. warned, "This year, the gnats were just about unbearable, but no fault of the campground (welcome to the UP)."
Limited connectivity: Cell service can be spotty. Chris M. noted about Jack Pine Lodge, "WiFi is great, friendly people. Orv trails right on site super nice if you ride," which is valuable since several reviewers mention no Verizon coverage in the area.
Pool access: Some campgrounds offer swimming facilities. At Newberry Campground, Hannah mentioned, "There's a playground a pool for kids. Large wooded sites and friendly staff."
Indoor recreation options: For rainy days, seek campgrounds with indoor facilities. Kelli V. notes Newberry Campground "had a little game room and store" which provides alternatives during inclement weather.
Avoid peak season crowds: Some areas become congested during summer. Emma W. warned about Tahquamenon Falls State Park: "It was super crowded everywhere we went, and while we got lucky and got a site that backed into the woods, the firepit and table were right next to the people next to us!"
Full hookup availability: Many campgrounds offer complete services. Chris M. reported that Jack Pine Lodge and Campground has "nice and large" sites, while Simone N. added they "only have about two or three dozen sites but all are full hook ups."
Water fill stations: Not all campgrounds offer water hookups at each site. One RVer at Tahquamenon Falls State Park noted, "There is a water fill station on the way into the campground," which is crucial information for RV campers planning water usage.
Site spacing considerations: Some campgrounds have tight spacing between units. Cherry observed at Newberry Campground, "Campsites are a bit close to each other but otherwise very nice," which is important for larger RVs to consider when booking.
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