Glamping in New Boston, Michigan offers easy access to the Huron River watershed with elevations ranging from 580-720 feet above sea level. The region experiences distinct seasonal changes with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F, ideal for water recreation on the numerous interconnected lakes. Local campgrounds typically operate from April through October, though several sites now provide year-round accommodations with varying levels of winter services.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Bishop Lake Campground provides excellent fishing access with multiple lakes connected by waterways. "Nice walking trails. Our favorite was the lake for kayaking," notes one visitor who enjoyed the waterfront activities.
Biking trails: The Potawatomi Trail near Blind Lake Rustic Campground offers challenging terrain for mountain bikers. "The trails available here are where I learned to mountain bike, they're not the easiest but they are not so challenging that you won't have fun," explains one regular visitor.
Beach activities: Sterling State Park Campground features multiple swimming options. "This campground has easy access to the beach on Lake Erie. The park also has several public access areas and beaches. Hiking and biking trails are also present," reports Edward C., highlighting the diverse water recreation options.
Mini-golf and go-karts: Just outside the camping areas, entertainment options include family activities. "Right next door to putt putt go karts batting cages and arcade - this was pricey but fun," mentions a Harbortown visitor, pointing out the supplementary recreation options.
What campers like
Lake views: Many campsites offer waterfront positioning with direct lake access. "My favorite aspect of this campground is that they had a community garden that you were welcome to pick from. We got tomatoes, Swiss chard, peppers, broccoli, and more," shares a visitor about their experience at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park.
Clean facilities: Modern bathrooms and shower houses rate highly among campers. "Very clean with many pull through sites. Nice size pool with enough lounge chairs. Sites feel a bit small but still very nice," notes a reviewer at Harbortown RV Resort.
Privacy between sites: Despite proximity to neighbors, many sites offer good separation. "One of my favorite things about this campground is that your spots are close together which is great for safety, however with the bushes and brush, it feels super private," explains a camper at Maumee Bay State Park Campground.
Seasonal activities: Campgrounds offer special events throughout camping season. "Went mothers day weekend and had a great time. Mother's day activities were great and were free!" shares a Harbortown visitor about the special programming.
What you should know
Site differences: Campgrounds offer varying levels of shade and privacy. "Sites are nice and large paved slabs, most trees are immature offering little shade. Beach is kept fairly clean and raked often," notes Nicole A. about Sterling State Park.
Bug situations: Certain times bring insect challenges. "First two nights were perfect but then the may flies hatched (in mid June) and covered everything. Good size sites, friendly staff, great beach and boat launch," warns a Sterling State Park visitor about seasonal considerations.
Reservation requirements: Most sites require advance booking, especially for peak times. "I arrived for a 2 week stay in the area on 11/12. I discovered this campground was closed for the season," cautions a Wayne County Fairgrounds visitor, highlighting the importance of checking seasonal operations.
Traffic noise: Proximity to highways affects some campgrounds. "Another big issue is how close it is to the expressway which is noisy and there are trains that go by during the night. There must be a few crossings near by because they blew the horn for 5+ minutes at 4:30am," shares a Harbortown camper.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: Camp Dearborn provides multiple water recreation choices. "Lots of beach area and water to fish or swim. Activities almost every night. Paddle boats, mini golf, golf, and more," reports Ryan S., highlighting the family-friendly amenities.
Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play equipment for children. "They have activities for both children and adults, two beautiful beaches, a pool, tennis courts, and now a zip line," explains a Camp Dearborn visitor about the comprehensive family activities.
Halloween festivities: Seasonal camping includes special events. "Lights is fun activities for the kids for halloween. Lots of rules to follow, but the place has a nice atmosphere overall," shares a Camp Dearborn camper about the fall programming.
Kid-friendly terrain: Flat trails work well for family biking. "It is also an amazing place to ride bikes, everything is flat and there are also plenty of bike paths," explains a camper about the terrain suitable for children.
Tips from RVers
Site dimensions: Most parks accommodate larger rigs with designated areas. "This park will accommodate any size travel trailer, fifth wheel camper of any kind, the pull throughs are huge. The park is enormous with lots of fishing activities," advises Mano P. about Sterling State Park.
Hookup options: Different sites offer varying utility connections. "Full hook ups are available, as are partial h/I'd and tent spaces. The spots are pretty close together and very few have trees/shade," notes David J. about his RV experience.
Pad types: RV sites feature different surfaces depending on location. "All concrete roads and pads. Basketball court, sand volleyball, playground, dog run, batting cages and go karts within walking distance," shares Bill B. about the Harbortown RV infrastructure.
Accessibility considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging terrain for larger vehicles. "There is a severe hill from the back part of the loop towards the lake - at one point I was worried an improperly locked down camper would roll straight through our tents!" warns a visitor about site positioning.
