Best Cabin Camping near Oxford, MI
Addison Oaks County Park and Bald Mountain Recreation Area provide cabin options within a short drive of Oxford. Rustic cabins at Bald Mountain sleep 10-15 people, featuring wood-burning stoves but lacking electricity and heat. Addison Oaks offers more modern accommodations with electric hookups, picnic tables and access to modern restrooms with hot showers. "The park offers nice holiday activities - we were last there for Halloween camping," notes one visitor about Addison Oaks, which maintains clean facilities and spacious sites. Most cabins include water access, with several positioned near lakes for fishing and kayaking opportunities.
Options range from tiny log cabins to spacious family-sized layouts. The Holly Campground (formerly Auburn Hills KOA) offers year-round cabin rentals with more amenities than state park alternatives. Metamora-Hadley Recreation Area and Proud Lake Recreation Area maintain cabin units with various comfort levels. Reservations are essential during summer months, particularly on weekends. Pet policies vary by location, with several sites accommodating dogs in designated cabins for additional fees. According to a visitor, "We stayed in one of the group sites and it was beautiful. Less tree cover than we would have liked, but it was perfect for a large group."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary significantly between locations—some provide only outdoor fire pits while others include indoor options. Firewood is available for purchase at Holly State Recreation Area, Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, and several other campgrounds near Oxford. Basic provisions can be found at camp stores in some locations, including Holly Campground and Proud Lake Recreation Area, though selection is limited. Clearwater Campground offers additional amenities including a petting zoo, beach area, and playground to complement their cabin accommodations.
