Best Campgrounds near Remus, MI

Within 30 miles of Remus, Michigan, campgrounds primarily cluster around lakes and recreational areas with options ranging from rustic to full-service facilities. School Section Lake Veteran's Park Campground in Mecosta provides tent, RV, cabin, and glamping accommodations, while Weidman KOA in nearby Weidman offers similar options with full hookups. The region features several family-oriented campgrounds including Bluegill Lake Family Camping Resort and Tubbs Lake Resort, most operating seasonally from spring through fall with closures typically between October and April.

Many sites require advance reservations, particularly during summer weekends when lakefront spots fill quickly. Water and electric hookups are common at established campgrounds, though primitive sites with vault toilets can be found at locations like Tubbs Lake Island State Forest Campground. "The sites are large enough for most rigs, even though the DNR recommends smaller trailers," noted one camper about a nearby state forest campground. Cell service varies throughout the region, with some areas reporting strong connectivity while others have limited coverage. Roads are generally well-maintained, though some campgrounds have narrow access roads that may challenge larger RVs.

Camping areas around Remus feature numerous water-based recreation opportunities, with several campgrounds situated directly on lakes. Visitors consistently mention fishing, kayaking, and swimming as primary activities. Campers at Mecosta Pines report easy lake access and boat-in camping options. Several reviewers note that sites often include picnic tables, fire rings, and relatively flat parking areas for RVs or tents. While most campgrounds provide basic amenities like drinking water and vault toilets, the majority of established sites also offer showers and trash service. Families particularly appreciate campgrounds with planned activities, with one review highlighting "weekend barrel train rides and hay rides" at a nearby family-oriented facility. Winter camping opportunities are limited, with most facilities closed from November through April.

Best Camping Sites Near Remus, Michigan (181)

    1. School Section Lake Veteran's Park Campground

    6 Reviews
    Remus, MI
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 832-3246

    "Very nice camp with an awesome lake and great swimming area! Kids love this park! Sometimes it gets busy. The shop has snacks and ice cream."

    "Small lake with clean shallow beach, wooded sites, clean (but slightly dated) facilities led to fun times with grandkids."

    2. Newaygo State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Morley, MI
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 856-4452

    "This was such a beautiful location!! And definitely a nice find!"

    "I love the campsites at this state park, they're decently big and each site is surrounded by trees. The sites are a little close together but all in all we really enjoyed our stay."

    3. Weidman KOA

    2 Reviews
    Remus, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 506-8005

    "Nice peaceful drive there... pulled in to find they have recently just been acquired by KOA I believe as there was signage down with few KOA signs up."

    "Rather than clearing all the trees the sites were developed around many mature trees which makes for a much more attractive setting.  The bathrooms/showers were immaculate. "

    4. Lakeview Family Campground

    2 Reviews
    Remus, MI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 352-6896

    $36 / night

    "We came to this campground originally because it's close to home. I expectations were not very high but I was pleasantly surprised."

    5. Tubbs Lake Resort

    1 Review
    Remus, MI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 382-7480

    6. Tubbs Lake Island State Forest Campground

    1 Review
    Remus, MI
    9 miles
    Website

    $15 - $25 / night

    "You take a narrow dirt road over a nearly flooded over land bridge to a remote circle plot of campsites."

    7. Bluegill Lake Family Camping Resort

    1 Review
    Remus, MI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 972-4455

    "Private lake with some lakeside campsites.  Most sites shaded.  Dirt and/or grass.  Clean restrooms. Daughter got her Yakima Skybox stuck and it would not open.  "

    8. Brower Park Campground

    9 Reviews
    Stanwood, MI
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 832-3246

    $30 - $90 / night

    "This campground is a home away from home.  It’s beautifully situated in the middle of the state.  Ample boating, fishing swimming.  The facilities are great and they have a good truck on site.  "

    "The park is right next to the Dragon Trail, a hiking and mountain biking trail that runs 47 miles round Hardy Pond.   "

    9. Coldwater Lake Family Park

    1 Review
    Mount Pleasant, MI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 644-2388

    "Spot was on the lake, had plenty of spots to park an RV or tent camp, and had a playground for kids. Would recommend!"

    10. Mecosta Pines Campground

    5 Reviews
    Morley, MI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (231) 856-4556

    "We initially booked a site by the river, but once we saw the sites next to the playground, we knew we had to switch for our sanity and so our toddler could play."

    "There are trails that lead to the river and also to an area where bald eagles have a nest. Pets are allowed . Nice little playground for the kiddos."

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Recent Reviews near Remus, MI

401 Reviews of 181 Remus Campgrounds


  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Sawkaw Lake

    Doesn't exist and says "no camping"

    We went down the path and it says to make it right when there's no road that goes to the right. We drove three and a half hours to get here and now we've got to figure out where we're going to stay for the night. And the only spot that looked like a campable spot says no camping. There's a stake in the ground that says it.

  • T
    Sep. 29, 2025

    Nichols Lake South Campground

    Needs to maintain standards of operation

    Facility at Office quite nice. Camp host was running his generator all night long. Women routinely take their dogs with them into the restroom. We’re not talking about outhouses but flush toilet bathroom with shower.

  • M
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Crockery Creek RV Park

    Rude and unprofessional

    The little owners wife racially profiled my kids friends mom,  in front of the kids!!!!!!  Ha!  She tried accusing us of sneaking in their pool.  That's hilarious,  because we paid $3700.00 for a seasonal.  The pool is actually small and it was oily and full of hair.  Being off Apple Ave,  it's  loud and hard to relax.  My husband had a tragic workplace accident,  so we weren't able to get to the camper in a few weeks.  The owner called him multiple times at once,  being aggressive with his tone,  trying to get us to pull our camper so they can rent that spot out.  They must be desperate for money.  They should try reading up on the law.  Their website lies about their amenities,  they had no fish all season and their pond was disgusting.

  • tThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 2, 2025

    Sawkaw Lake

    Small and quiet

    Not a lot of privacy between sites, but they are very large so you don’t feel on top of another and having the lake right there was nice

  • Ileene R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 1, 2025

    Sawkaw Lake

    Peaceful

    There are signs on the sites saying permit required, but no info for that purpose. No one else had them so I stayed. May be ramping up to making it a paid site, toilet is nice. Lake has boat access. There are fire rings and lots of wood to collect. Not tons of trash but I cleaned up some left in fire pit.

  • Linda C.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 27, 2025

    Spruce Road Pulloff Dispersed

    Good night’s sleep

    Access to meadow is blocked but enough room to pull safely off the road. No fire ring. Bullet casings present. Road was very quiet midweek.

  • l
    Aug. 25, 2025

    Black Creek State Forest Campground

    Black Creek State Forest Campground

    Pull up, grab a registration envelope, look for a spot then part. Fill out the registration. Put one portion of it on the clip at the spot number market, keep another portion then return the completed envelope and $20 cash or check per night plus $19 for Michigan recreation passport (if you don’t already have one). They will mail you the passport, keep receipt for proof. Vault toilets available, some river spots, some secluded spots, clean. Saw DNR in the morning checking on everything.

  • Collin C.
    Aug. 4, 2025

    Chinook Camping

    Nice Spot

    Tent lots are not very private. No hiking trails or green area to walk around or hike. Good atmosphere and lots of stuff to do though. Tubing was awesome and you end at the campground. Nice store and food options on the grounds

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 2, 2025

    Benton Lake Campground

    Benton Lake fun

    We have had a great experience at Benton Lake. Some great birding in our kayaks on the lake. A couple miles west we hiked the NCT a couple miles O&B. Beautiful woods. Clean sites, great bathrooms. Mike the caretaker is a real worker and is maintaining the place beautifully. Sites are spacious and generous. Easy to pull in to and pretty quiet place. Enjoy!


Guide to Remus

Camping sites near Remus, Michigan offer forest and lakefront camping options with opportunities for water recreation and family activities in the central Michigan region. Located in Mecosta County at approximately 1,060 feet elevation, the area features several inland lakes with sandy bottoms suitable for swimming. Campgrounds typically receive 33 inches of rainfall annually, creating lush wooded settings around the numerous waterways.

What to do

Disc golf and fishing: The Newaygo State Park Campground offers excellent disc golf and fishing opportunities. "There's good hiking, an awesome disc golf course, and the lake right there with boat launches for fishing. If you're not into fishing or disc golf, you might be happier elsewhere, but I love those two things," reports Ryan L T.

Hiking trails: Several campgrounds provide hiking opportunities through wooded areas. At Newaygo State Park, "there are a few trails in the park that are pleasant and the views of the lake are nice." The campground features "a trail along the perimeter of the campground with amazing views. Great stargazing as well," according to Elise R.

Swimming in shallow waters: Many of the local lakes feature gradual entry points ideal for families. "Swim area is great... You can go 200 ft. out before it gets deep," notes Dave B. about Brower Park Campground. The sand-bottom lakes make for comfortable wading and swimming during summer months.

What campers like

Large, wooded sites: Many campers appreciate the spacious camping spots in the region. At Brower Park, "most of the sites are pretty large and all 3 areas of the campground are nice and a little different in their own way." Sites often feature mature trees providing shade during hot summer days.

Clean facilities: Weidman KOA receives high marks for maintenance. "The facilities were spotless and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Rather than clearing all the trees the sites were developed around many mature trees which makes for a much more attractive setting. The bathrooms/showers were immaculate," reports Gerard.

Lake access: Water access ranks high on camper preferences. "Small lake with clean shallow beach, wooded sites, clean (but slightly dated) facilities led to fun times with grandkids," writes Russell S. about School Section Lake. The various lakes provide opportunities for fishing, swimming, and boating throughout the camping season.

What you should know

Site sizing considerations: Some campgrounds have limited space for larger camping setups. "You almost need 2 lots if you have a trailer that's larger than 25 ft. Especially if you have slide outs," notes Jordyn W. about School Section Lake Veteran's Park Campground. Check site dimensions before booking.

Seasonal camping schedule: Most campgrounds operate from April/May through October, with limited winter options. Mecosta Pines Campground has a longer season than most, open "Mar 1 to Nov 15," allowing for early spring and late fall camping opportunities.

Rustic camping options: For those seeking fewer amenities, the region offers several more primitive sites. Tubbs Lake Island State Forest Campground provides a unique experience: "Tubbs island was gorgeous! There is Tubbs mainland and Tubbs island and both you're welcome to but I recommend staying on the island. It's more of a peninsula then an island but it's wonderfully cut off," shares Michael W.

Tips for camping with families

Playground proximity: At Mecosta Pines Campground, one family noted, "We initially booked a site by the river, but once we saw the sites next to the playground, we knew we had to switch for our sanity and so our toddler could play. They were very accommodating with us and so friendly. There was so much for our 2 year old and 10 year old to do."

Weekend activities: Several campgrounds offer organized events for children. "Super nice and relatively cheap campground with so many things to do! Love the back woods with trails for bike riding or a quick walk," shares Sarah G. about Brower Park. During summer weekends, many campgrounds offer additional structured activities.

Pet policies vary: Some campgrounds have strict rules about pets. Lakeview Family Campground allows pets, while School Section Lake has limitations: "No dogs allowed so make sure you plan accordingly," advises Edmund P. Always check pet policies before booking, especially if traveling with animals.

Tips from RVers

Site surfaces: Be prepared for natural ground conditions. At Brower Park, one camper noted, "My only complaint the whole time was Monday morning the area we were in, the 'honey wagon' was going around and pumping the seasonal campers black tanks. It made a pretty un-appetizing smell while we were trying to eat breakfast."

Hookup availability: Water and electric hookups are common, but full-service sites are limited. "We had plenty of space, very good water, and full hook up. I wish we had gravel verses dirt though, during the rain it gets a bit muddy," mentions Russell S. about camping at School Section Lake.

Access roads: Some campgrounds have challenging entry points for larger rigs. "The sites are deep but many are close together," notes one camper about Newaygo State Park Campground, indicating the importance of checking site dimensions and access road width before attempting to navigate with large RVs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Remus, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, Remus, MI offers a wide range of camping options, with 181 campgrounds and RV parks near Remus, MI and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Remus, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Remus, MI is School Section Lake Veteran's Park Campground with a 3.8-star rating from 6 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Remus, MI?

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