Best Glamping near Osseo, MI

Harrison Lake State Park Campground in Fayette offers luxury glamping in modern yurts with double beds, providing a comfortable alternative to traditional camping. The spacious yurt accommodations include mini-fridges and climate control features that make them suitable for year-round stays. These elevated camping experiences are complemented by clean shower facilities and well-maintained bathrooms throughout the property. One guest shared, "We rented a yurt as a local weekend escape. Our kids loved the yurt. It was nice with a little mini fridge and 4 double beds." The park's boutique camping options are designed for visitors seeking outdoor experiences without sacrificing comfort, featuring picnic tables, electric hookups, and reservable sites that enhance the upscale outdoor experience.

Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern in Chelsea provides a range of upscale outdoor accommodation options, including glamping cabins and yurt rentals situated near water recreation opportunities. The property features both boat-in and drive-in access, making it accessible for various transportation preferences. A swimming beach within walking distance offers refreshing water activities during summer months, while nearby hiking trails provide opportunities for nature exploration. According to a camper, "It's a nice family campground with lots to do. The lake is good for fishing, marginal for swimming." Visitors appreciate the park's balance of natural surroundings and modern amenities, with some sites offering lake views and others nestled among trees for more privacy. The glamping facilities remain open from May to October, making them ideal for warm-weather getaways.

Best Glamping Sites Near Osseo, Michigan (23)

    1. Harrison Lake State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Fayette, OH
    19 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 237-2593

    "The hosts are terrific: the campsites and fire pits are immediately cleaned, the hosts checked us in remotely (saved us a trip to the office), provided tips for getting quality firewood, cleaned the bathrooms"

    "It was nice with a little mini fridge and 4 double beds. Campground showers and bathrooms are clean."

    2. Pokagon State Park Campground

    48 Reviews
    Angola, IN
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 833-2012

    $19 - $480 / night

    "Sites are in a well wooded area situated on 5 different loops (1 non-electric, 4 electric)."

    "There's a few trails and swimming and boating in the lake in the summer. The campground is standard and has a bathhouse and fire pits at each site (both electric and non-electric)."

    3. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ at Barton Lake

    14 Reviews
    Fremont, IN
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 833-1114

    "Yogi Bear JellyStone Park at Barton Lake is located in Fremont, In and to me was noisy, crowded and stressful."

    "They have a lake, several pools, including an indoor pool for late in the season. We got rained out for most of the weekend but will be back during the summer."

    4. Sauder Village Campground

    8 Reviews
    Archbold, OH
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 590-9755

    $30 - $54 / night

    "VERY clean, nice bathrooms with showers. Ice and Wood easily available. We stayed with four kiddos in a tent spot across from a cool plash pad, a little lake to fish in and close to running water."

    "Really enjoyed this campground for the short amount of time we were in the area visiting family The park and facilities were very clean, sites were well-spaced, there is a nice walking/biking trail, and"

    5. Lighthouse Village RV Resort

    1 Review
    Litchfield, MI
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (517) 568-4343

    "The views while walking along Lake Huron are beautiful. The campground is clean. My only “con” is that full hookups are scarce and don’t have the perfect angle and view of the W/E sites."

    7. Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday

    11 Reviews
    Angola, IN
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (260) 665-5353

    "I will say DONT rent a 4 person bike unless you’re incredibly fit, it is no leisurely stroll 😂 Also, watch out for some of the patio sites, some have a fire pit that would sit directly under an awning"

    "This place was fantastic.. we arrived late to find an envelope with our name on it with all of our info inside.. the site was perfect with everything we would need already there.. chairs, table, and even"

    8. Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    14 Reviews
    Chelsea, MI
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (734) 475-8307

    "There is electrical on each site and is mostly a place for campers and RVs. There are fire pits and picnic tables at each site."

    "The cabin was semi modern (solar lighting) but only a wood stove for heat. Small kitchen unit with table for eating."

    9. Potawatomi Rec Area

    1 Review
    Coldwater, MI
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (517) 278-4289

    "We rented a kayak on site to explore the relatively small waterways. Lots of hiking and mountain biking trails."

    10. Sunny's Shady Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Fayette, OH
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (419) 337-3101

    "something happening here sure it’s a camp ground but it more has that small town in summer vibe from the common activities to the golf cart parade of sight seeing it has all the amenities you’d want for trash"

    "The beach was clean and they had 5 fishing lakes. They also have a store and a food truck on the premises. Please know that out of the 500 sites available they are mainly seasonal campers."

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Glamping Reviews near Osseo, MI

202 Reviews of 23 Osseo Campgrounds


  • Amanda K.
    Aug. 1, 2020

    Sauder Village Campground

    Fun with Kids

    This was a great campground. VERY clean, nice bathrooms with showers. Ice and Wood easily available. We stayed with four kiddos in a tent spot across from a cool plash pad, a little lake to fish in and close to running water. Only reason this campground doesn’t get five stars is because of noisy trucks/highway noise, and a freight train which drives often at night. There is also a farm near the tenting spots with a rooster. Not the best place for sleeping, but would totally go back!

  • Ryan M.
    Oct. 9, 2019

    Blind Lake Rustic Campground — Pinckney Recreation Area

    Rustic, beautiful views

    We got lucky with our site right on the water and the temperature was nice and cool so we did not have to deal with any bugs. We hiked right in and setup camp. This place only allows camping for one night as it's considered a pass-through campground. There is a decently clean outhouse(it appears to be cleaned daily by DNR staff), and each site has its own fire pit. The views are wonderful and the surrounding sites appeared to be enjoying themselves as well. Our site, B6, was equipped with a table, bench, and a fire pit. From what I could tell no other sites had a bench; fire pit and table only. We found another place to park which allowed us to cut down on our hike time because I was not about that 4 miles+ life. Our hike was maybe 15, 20 minutes tops. If staying on the water is not your jam, there were places at a higher elevation to try. There is also a fresh water pump. No electricity. You must hunt for the wood you want to burn in the pit. No ground fires. A great time!

  • D
    Jul. 5, 2016

    Pokagon State Park Campground

    Pokagon State Park

    Pokagon State Park has an excellent state park campground. Sites are in a well wooded area situated on 5 different loops (1 non-electric, 4 electric). Many sites are flat (good for tent camping) while others are slightly rolling hills (helps breakup the sites a bit). There is a lot to do in the park including many trails, horse riding (horse stable on site), and lake swimming on a nicely improved beach. Only cons are no full hook up and the fire rings/grills could be improved.

  • Rebekah J.
    Aug. 13, 2023

    Green Lake Rustic Campground — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Great Site

    We stayed the weekend at greenlake rustic, the access road into the Campground is a nice 1/2 ish mile in.  We were on sites 5 and 3. Both sites seemed larger then most suburban house lots. Site 5 had a decent view of the lake, Site 3 had odd fire pit placement under 2 trees. Even though the sites were large they didn't have much for privacy in between sites.

    Overall, it was a quiet stay. The freeway is on the other side of the lake, but it didn't bother us. At night it was like white noise.

    The Campground has a small boat dock, no swimming area. We checked out half moon lake, wasn't really impressed, was told sugarloaf but its only for sugarloaf campers.  We were then directed to Portage lake beach, which was a larger beach but it was really silty.

    Green lakes vault toilets had nice motion sensor lights in them. The hand pump took a long time to get going.

    We went on both east and west sides of the waterloo-pickney trail, located off the Campground access road. I believe it was the west trail after Cassidy road we experienced some steep inclines.

    We also were able to see some awesome stars at night

    FYI sugarloaf and portage both have firewood for sale $6.

  • Jessica L.
    Jul. 28, 2016

    Pokagon State Park Campground

    One of Indiana's original parks.

    Pokagon was one of the first Indiana state parks, so there's some history here! One of my favorite memories is the toboggan run, which FYI, is seasonal. It's a ton of fun for the whole family. Also, in the winter, there's sledding, ice fishing and cross country skiing. There's a few trails and swimming and boating in the lake in the summer. The campground is standard and has a bathhouse and fire pits at each site (both electric and non-electric). There's a nice Inn as well, if you need a non campgroud place to stay in the winter. It's a great easy trip, even from Chicago. So, come winter or summer!

  • Hillary W.
    Sep. 9, 2020

    Harrison Lake State Park Campground

    Exceptionally clean campsites, helpful hosts, variety of activities, super clean private bathrooms/showers

    The hosts are terrific: the campsites and fire pits are immediately cleaned, the hosts checked us in remotely (saved us a trip to the office), provided tips for getting quality firewood, cleaned the bathrooms regularly even during a busy holiday weekend.

    The campsites are a bit small, but fortunately the other campers were friendly and helpful. Some of the non-electric sites were used by RVs running generators all day and night, so that was a bummer for those of us hoping non-electric would mean more quiet.

    The bathrooms were scrupulously clean and always available without a line.

    Three minor complaints: vault toilets instead of bathrooms in the non-electric area, only one gray water dump on the entire south side of the lake, the park lacks much in the way of hiking (but does have boating, fishing, etc.)

  • Sherrie W.
    May. 22, 2020

    Harrison Lake State Park Campground

    Nice park for Northwest Ohio

    We rented a yurt as a local weekend escape. Our kids loved the yurt. It was nice with a little mini fridge and 4 double beds. Campground showers and bathrooms are clean. It is one of the only state parks in northwest Ohio, a beautiful little spot nestled in farmland of Ohio. The lake is nice for swimming and there are bike rentals which was fun as well. We did not use it, but there is a dog beach as well. Sites are crowed and close together.

  • Mike B.
    Sep. 5, 2018

    Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern — Waterloo Recreation Area

    Great Family Campground

    This is a nice place to camp if you dont mind the bigger parks. There is electrical on each site and is mostly a place for campers and RVs. There are fire pits and picnic tables at each site. It is usually easy to get multiple sites next to each other with reservations.

    There is a decent sandy beach here with a playground and volleyball net. Also in the park are some small dirt trails for hiking and biking. There are enough loops here to go for walks as well.

    Most of the sites are in the sun, but there are a few sites with more shade and tree cover.

  • Ashley G.
    Jul. 5, 2021

    Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday

    A 5 star stay

    Love this campground! Events every weekend and some fun for everyone. I will say DONT rent a 4 person bike unless you’re incredibly fit, it is no leisurely stroll 😂 Also, watch out for some of the patio sites, some have a fire pit that would sit directly under an awning. Our patio site though had the pit far out from site and we loved it, the grill even had propane in it to use!


Guide to Osseo

Waterloo Recreation Area serves as the primary public camping hub near Osseo, Michigan, offering over 400 campsites across multiple campgrounds. Located in Michigan's Lower Peninsula, this 20,000-acre wilderness features 11 lakes and elevations ranging from 800 to 1,100 feet. The camping season typically runs May through October with limited winter accommodations available at select sites.

What to do

Water activities: Lake access at Harrison Lake State Park Campground provides no-wake boating perfect for kayaking. "The lake is nice for swimming and there are bike rentals which was fun as well. We did not use it, but there is a dog beach as well," notes a visitor who found this recreation area ideal for water-based activities.

Hiking trails: Pokagon State Park offers extensive trail networks for day hikes. According to one camper, "Visited April 4, more people than I thought, but found a spot to be by myself." The park maintains year-round trail access with varying difficulty levels suitable for most hiking abilities.

Historical exploration: Sauder Village Campground combines camping with educational opportunities. "The historical village is an easy 10 minute stroll and worth visiting!" shares one reviewer. The living history museum features demonstrations of blacksmithing, farming techniques, and 19th century crafts, making it a worthwhile excursion during your glamping stay near Osseo.

What campers like

Clean facilities: Most campgrounds maintain well-kept restrooms and shower facilities. At Pokagon State Park Campground, campers appreciate that "The bathroom and shower facilities were clean and updated. We will definitely be camping there again!" This commitment to cleanliness extends across most glamping options in the Osseo area.

Spacious sites: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park offers room for larger camping setups. "We brought down 2 30' campers and we had 4 adults 3 children and two dogs and stay right next to the craft barn," reports one camper, highlighting the ample space available at popular glamping destinations near Osseo.

Lake fishing: Multiple parks provide fishing opportunities for anglers. One visitor to Angola/Hogback Lake KOA Holiday noted, "Entire campground was clean and well maintained. This campground also sits on the shores of Hogback Lake which is an all sports lake." The region's lakes support diverse fish populations suitable for casual and serious fishing.

What you should know

Reservation timing: Peak season requires advance planning, especially for luxury accommodations. According to a visitor at Waterloo Sugarloaf Modern, "The camp sites were nice, there was a nice swimming area in crystal clear water and a beautiful bathhouse." This popularity means reservations should be made 3-6 months in advance.

Site proximity: Many campgrounds feature closely-spaced sites with limited privacy. "The South Campground has smaller sites that were much more closely packed together. There are non-electric sites that are a bit deeper but still quite narrow so your neighbors may be right there when you look around," reports a Harrison Lake camper.

Seasonal pests: Insect activity can be significant during summer months. One camper observed, "My only complaint, and the reason that I'll have a hard time talking my wife into going back was the mosquitoes were pretty bad the evening that we were there." Bug spray with DEET is recommended for glamping near Osseo between June and September.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with dedicated play spaces. "The fenced in splash pad was our main draw. However the hotel is awesome and campers are allowed usage of their pool and game room," shares a visitor to Sauder Village Campground, highlighting facilities that keep children entertained.

Safety considerations: Some campgrounds have specific hazards to watch for. At Harrison Lake, one camper warned, "This seemed to be a popular campground for families—especially little kids on bikes, so be extra cautious when driving around or even riding your own bike because the kids seemed to have no concept of safely riding around."

Activity planning: Many sites offer structured recreation options. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, "It's a great place to swim, ride bikes, do crafts, play bingo, and a wide variety of fun activities for the whole family! It's a little pricey but TOTALLY worth it!!" This type of organized programming can help maintain family engagement throughout your glamping stay.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: Choose sites based on specific needs rather than just availability. At Harrison Lake, "The North Campground has larger sites spaced a bit apart to afford you some privacy (or at least as much as you can expect at a state park campground)," notes one RVer, highlighting the importance of researching specific loop characteristics.

Hookup variations: Water and electric options differ significantly between campgrounds. A camper at Waterloo Sugarloaf reported, "Absolutely love this place. Only downfall is no water hookups on site," illustrating the need to verify utility connections when booking luxury glamping options near Osseo, Michigan.

Road noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience traffic disruption. "Road noise was terrible. So many open spaces and we're assigned a highway space," reported one Angola/Hogback Lake KOA visitor, suggesting RVers request interior sites when making reservations for more peaceful glamping experiences.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Osseo, MI is Harrison Lake State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 18 reviews.

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