Best Camping near Prudenville, MI

Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, Prudenville, MI is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that Michigan camping has to offer. Find the best campgrounds near Prudenville, MI. Read helpful reviews and tips to find the perfect camping option for you and your crew.

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505 Reviews of 219 Prudenville Campgrounds


  • Teresa  B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Tubbs Lake Resort
    Nov. 25, 2024

    Tubbs Lake Resort

    Great place for family and friends. RV and Rustic Sites as well as Cabins.

    Great place for families and friends. RV and Rustic Sites as well as Cabins.  

    General store serving ice cream and pizza.  

    Ice and Propane exchange. 

    Beer,Liquor and tobacco products.

    Play ground and covered picnic area.

    Boat launch 

    Pull up docking for store use

  • Tammy C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground
    Oct. 29, 2024

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    Hidden gem on the west side

    This campground is centrally located to everything that’s going on, on the west side of the state. Whether it’s trail riding, Traverse City Cherry festival or hanging in the town of Manton. There is always something going on. Spacious, super clean bath house and on Saturday nights listen to live music right at your campsite!

  • Chad H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Outdoor Adventures Saginaw Bay Resort
    Sep. 20, 2024

    Outdoor Adventures Saginaw Bay Resort

    Common Camp Ground we go to all the time

    Alright camp ground, it’s a members only. Few grouchy people that seem more miserable than into relaxing. It’s definitely an interesting atmosphere compared to other campgrounds. Staff are hit or miss, seems like the pleasant ones take layoff and move on. Small improvements are made year over year, which is nice.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Countryside Campground & Cabins
    Sep. 14, 2024

    Countryside Campground & Cabins

    Labor Day Weekend

    We really enjoyed our stay. We brought our travel trailer and my brother and his family stayed in a cabin. Very well run campground with plenty for all of our kids to do. We were extremely impressed with the owners and all of their assistance and personal touches. We were told they just took over ownership of the campground last year and this is their 1st season as owners. We will definitely be back!

  • Ralph E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Alcona Park
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Alcona Park

    very nice campground

    nice campground with plenty of woods and water. rustic sites could be a little more leveled off but not awfully bad. they have full, semi and rustic sites. camped here 4 times and enjoyed my time. PRO'S- great fishing, playgrounds for kids, great for riding bikes, sites are clean and many have good space for larger campers, staff is friendly and reliable. CONS- showers need more pressure, roads can get extremely dusty when it's dry, "beach" is small and rocky and on a slop which is difficult to walk on due to too many rocks in what little sand there is however the whole lakeshore is rocks so wear water shoes, while it didn't bother me, it can get a little loud at nite, after 10pm "quite time" but nothing really serious, some rustic sites could use some dirt to level them up but manageable, rustic sites, IMO, are a little expensive at $20 a night but I've camped at others that were $40! summing my review up, I enjoyed every time I camped here! caught lots of fish from walleye to crappie, even a 6.3lb small mouth bass!! very nice campground that I will continue to camp at and recommend!!

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Arrowhead Lake Camp
    Sep. 3, 2024

    Arrowhead Lake Camp

    Amazing place

    This place was fantastic. We stayed in the Lakeside cabins. Amazing views! We went kayaking, mountain biking, hiking and fishing. The wildlife is plentiful and the lake is full of fish. The staff are fantastic. If we needed anything, they were there in minutes. Always courteous and friendly. Will definitely be back

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from The Campground
    Aug. 20, 2024

    The Campground

    Fantastic Campground!

    The campground is a small, family friendly campground that has a lot of activities for both adults and kids. It is clean, has level sites and well maintained facilities.

  • Just J.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Muskegon River Canoe Camp
    Jul. 30, 2024

    Muskegon River Canoe Camp

    A quiet spot on the Muskegon River

    A great place for dispersed camping. Don't forget the bug spray! Only 20 minutes from town if you did! Great two weeks here!

  • Jen L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground
    Jul. 26, 2024

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    Great location for orv trail access

    Great campground.  Booked two nights and had to request a third it was so perfect.   We went up because it advertised orv access right from campsite.  It’s really handy to not have to trailer over to the trsilheads.  Quiet, bug spaces, huge bathhouse. We will be going back!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Vista Green RV Resort
    Jul. 23, 2024

    Vista Green RV Resort

    Large, beautiful campground

    Our site was $65.63 a night. (This was the average after receiving one night free for staying a week).

    We were in Site# 4A (premium site). We had Full hook- up with a blacktop pull-through.
    We travel towing a 14 foot trailer and were able to fit both in our pull through site along with my jeep.
    The site was easy to level.

    Our site was not shaded with limited trees. This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.

    The lot comes with a concrete patio with picnic table. There was not a fire ring since only propane fires are allowed.

    There is free WiFi. They do not offer Cable TV but there are many local channels.

    There is an adult pub-style game room with poker tables, a large tv, a table shuffle board, air hockey game, foosball table, and board games. There is a community catering kitchen located in their activities center.

    They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster. This can be a long distance for some.

    You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent golf carts. It is beneficial to have a golf cart to get around since it is a large campground. We have our own e-bikes which helped.

    They do have a large heated Swimming pool and an adults only hot tub. There is a fitness center.

    They have quite a few ponds throughout the campground.

    There is not a Playground. They offer pickleball courts.

    There is not a general store nor snack bar/restaurant on site.

    The streets are paved and good for riding bikes.

    This is solely an RV park. They do not have any cabins to rent or any tent areas.

    The showers are located in the activity center. These are typical stalls. There is a great area to hang clothes and store your toiletries in the shower stall. These are kept very clean.

    There is a laundry facility. There are approximately 4 washers and 4 dryers. They allow you to use cash or an app. It is approximately $2.25 to wash and $2 to dry a load.

    They do not have a fenced in dog park. There are areas to walk dogs though.

    Bugs/gnats were a small issue and bug spray was needed.

    There is supposedly a mowed trail to hike off of the campground (about 3 miles) but I was unable to locate it.

    Some fun things to do outside of the campground are the shops (Front Street) & water activities in Traverse City, the local wineries/vineyards, and the DNR Outdoor Shooting range (5 miles away & free to the public). We ate at Yankee Boy where all of the locals hangout. Excellent food (no alcohol served).

  • Rebekah J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp
    Jul. 21, 2024

    Canoe Harbor State Forest Campground & Canoe Camp

    Quite, Spacious sites

    Most campgrounds we have been to had lots of road noise but not this one! We stayed for 2 nights/3days and this campground was quite.

    The vault toilets were well stocked with toilet paper, although one had a hornets nest inside and the other was extremely smelly.

    Access to the river was good and the sites were a decent size with privacy in between.

    We enjoyed walking some of the nearby trails

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Hartwick Pines State Park Campground
    Jul. 15, 2024

    Hartwick Pines State Park Campground

    Hartwick Pines State Park Campground

    Very nice and well maintained campground. Bath house facilities were very clean, and campsites were fairly spaced, giving decent privacy. There are some activities in the area related to the park. All in all a very nice State Park campground.

  • B
    Camper-submitted photo from Otsego Lake State Park Campground
    Jul. 12, 2024

    Otsego Lake State Park Campground

    Nice surprise

    First time camping here. Site 72 had a nice view if the make. Very nice park. Bathrooms s d dhowers ckean for really need to be upgraded. They have a ni. ce dog beach bit no real wslking trails as it is only 64 acres. Very nice beach! Already booked our next trip there.

  • Lydia T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Otsego Lake State Park Campground
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Otsego Lake State Park Campground

    State Park in Gaylord

    The park has a small sandy beach the swim area is sandy. The playground needs some updating. A lot of the sites back up to the busy road and you can hear road traffic noise all day and night.

  • Lydia T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Beaver Creek Resort
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Beaver Creek Resort

    Rv resort in Gaylord

    Campground across the road from Otsego Lake. The campground has lots to do for kids but the sites are small and the trees are small.

  • Lydia T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Gaylord KOA
    Jul. 1, 2024

    Gaylord KOA

    KOA Campground right outside Gaylord

    This is so great koa with no road noise. The trees are mature and beautiful. This is a great laid back, family campground. The sites are bigger than other campgrounds in the area.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Maple Grove Campground
    Jun. 27, 2024

    Maple Grove Campground

    Will return in the future

    Ted and Jen have been doing improvements to maple grove camp ground, they have gotten new fire rings last year and got the road grated, this year there in the process of getting better internet out there which will be great for the whole camp ground and they leveled the camp sites out the best they could , the city of lake is always on top of mowing the field and play area, they always try to help their campers as much as they can. very quiet camp ground will always come back they are doing a better job then Ron and Deb ever did!

  • D
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Billings RV Park & Campground
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Lake Billings RV Park & Campground

    It was decent

    They have a really nice area whether it’s fishing or swimming, playground or just plain camping, etc. the only negative thing is the tent camping spots DO NOT have PLUGS which was really irritating because tent camping you’re definitely gonna need an outlet.

  • Lydia T.
    Camper-submitted photo from Wilson State Park Campground
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Wilson State Park Campground

    Great State Park Campground

    The ONLY issue I had with this campground was that it's on a busy road. The campground is beautiful and very clean with a great swim area, cute playground, and newer shower houses.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Higgins Lake State Park Campground
    Jun. 13, 2024

    South Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    Great campground but you cant reserve a spot

    Well, the campground is old. Everything works very well. The sites are decent size. They’re plenty of small playgrounds throughout the campground. The beach is amazing the views awesome however when it comes to booking, it’s impossible to get a spot somehow they’re already booked before they even allowed to be booked and it’s every good spot

  • Angela B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rifle River Campground
    Jun. 9, 2024

    Rifle River Campground

    Awesome campgrounds @ Rifle River

    The only complaint about the week I spent was they didn’t cut the grass, other than that I had an amazing birthday week at Rifle River Campground,  we found amazing flowers blooming  like yellow and pink lady slippers I even found Agates, fossils if you’re a rock hunter and when you climb up the tower there’s a extremely large eagles nest.

    The fishing wasn’t very successful I only caught a small one but the water was warm and clear you could see the sand doons.

  • R
    Camper-submitted photo from Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground
    Jun. 6, 2024

    Manton Trails RV Park, Hotel & Campground

    Friendly, clean and well maintained

    This is a great little campground. Clean and well maintained. We used it as a base camp for canoeing on the Manistee River and it served us well. Plenty of pull-through sites and lots of grass.


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Guide to Prudenville

Camping near Prudenville, Michigan, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a quiet retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.

What to do

What campers like

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One camper at Otsego Lake State Park Campground noted, "Bathrooms and showers were clean."
  • Friendly staff: Many visitors mention the helpfulness of campground hosts. A reviewer at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort said, "The owners treat this as a true resort and the cleanliness, and friendliness clearly shows."
  • Scenic views: Campers love the beautiful surroundings. A visitor at Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park shared, "I love having a view from my campsite that has a lake on it!"

What you should know

  • Noise levels: Some campgrounds are near busy roads or airports, which can be noisy. A camper at Traverse City State Park Campground mentioned, "The park is right next to a busy road and near an airport, so it was a little noisy."
  • Site sizes: Campsites can vary in size, and some may feel cramped. A reviewer at Tawas Point State Park Campground noted, "Sites feel close and everyone was very nosey."
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds may not have full hookups or markets nearby. A visitor at Bay City State Park Campground pointed out, "As this is less than an hour from home, this will become a regular just get away for a weekend campground for us."

Tips for camping with families

  • Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with playgrounds and activities for kids. A camper at Bay City State Park Campground mentioned, "Great newer playscape and splash pad for the kids."
  • Plan for activities: Bring games and outdoor toys to keep kids entertained. A family at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort enjoyed, "Kids have fun. Large campground."
  • Pack snacks and meals: Having food on hand can save time and money. A camper at Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park appreciated the nearby hiking trails and fishing opportunities.

Tips from RVers

  • Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the campsite. A reviewer at Otsego Lake State Park Campground noted, "Most of the electrical outlets are shared between 2 or 3 sites."
  • Bring leveling blocks: Some sites may not be perfectly level. A camper at Timber Ridge RV & Recreation Resort mentioned, "The lots were not very level so the setup was a bit more difficult."
  • Plan for limited cell service: Some areas may have poor reception. A visitor at Northern Exposure Campground & RV Park noted, "The bathrooms and showers were extremely clean and were cleaned daily."

Camping near Prudenville, Michigan, has something for everyone, from families to RVers. With beautiful campgrounds and plenty of activities, you're sure to have a great time!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What camping is available near Prudenville, MI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Prudenville, MI offers a wide range of camping options, with 219 campgrounds and RV parks near Prudenville, MI and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

  • Which is the most popular campground near Prudenville, MI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Prudenville, MI is South Higgins Lake State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 13 reviews.

  • Where can I find free dispersed camping near Prudenville, MI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Prudenville, MI.

  • What parks are near Prudenville, MI?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 parks near Prudenville, MI that allow camping, notably Huron-Manistee National Forests and Sleeping Bear Dunes.