Best Campgrounds near Frankfort, MI
The small Michigan town of Frankfort has several camping options within driving distance. Manton Trails RV Park draws campers with its good-sized sites, clean bathrooms, and sometimes has live music playing on weekends. If you want something more basic, Day Group Campground is quieter and has fewer amenities. About 30 miles south, Ludington State Park has both shady and open campsites and you can walk to Lake Michigan beaches from your spot. The park has good hiking trails and fishing spots that you can use year-round. Many people staying in Frankfort take day trips to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, which is about 25 minutes away and has great views. Traverse City is close enough for a day trip if you want to check out its shops or events. Most campgrounds near Frankfort work for both tents and RVs, but it's smart to check what each place has before you go. You'll usually find water and bathrooms, though the quality varies by location. Weather changes a lot by season - summers are nice for swimming, fall has great colors for hiking, winters get pretty cold if you're brave enough to camp then, and spring is less crowded as things warm up. Frankfort makes a solid base camp whether you're staying for a weekend or longer.
