Best Glamping near Rose City, MI

Grousehaven Campground in the Rifle River Recreation Area offers distinctive glamping accommodations for travelers seeking comfort in nature near Rose City. The area includes modern yurts with convenient access to Grousehaven Lake, which is crystal clear and perfect for paddleboarding and kayaking with no wake restrictions. Each glamping site includes comfortable bedding, electricity, and climate control options not found at standard campsites. The spacious layouts provide privacy while maintaining proximity to amenities like clean showers and modern restrooms. Nearby glamping options at Tawas Point State Park feature yurt accommodations with spectacular lake views and premium bedding. One visitor noted, "The site was perfect with some shade and a trail that connected us to a grassy area, boathouse, and beach—PERFECT spot if you are a paddleboarder or kayaker."

The Rifle River Recreation Area's glamping locations offer exceptional water recreation opportunities with five distinct lakes within the property—Devoe Lake, Grebe Lake, Jewitt Lake, Grousehaven Lake, and Lodge Lake. Each location provides unique wildlife viewing opportunities with guests regularly spotting mink, beaver, muskrat, loons, eagles, and swans from their comfortable accommodations. Hiking trails connect directly to many glamping sites, allowing guests to explore the natural surroundings without driving. The observation tower near Grebe Lake provides panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness and is accessible via well-maintained trails from most glamping locations. According to a camper, "The overlook tower is definitely worth the hike and there's a hidden surprise at the same location for those who know where to look." Winter glamping is also available at select locations like Luzerne Express, where heated accommodation options make cold-weather stays comfortable.

Best Glamping Sites Near Rose City, Michigan (26)

    1. Devoe Lake Rustic Campround — Rifle River Recreation Area

    12 Reviews
    Lupton, MI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 473-2258

    "The site was easy to find, spacious, and had adequate distancing from other campers. It included a fire pit and picnic table too. The lake was serene in the early mornings and evenings."

    "This here is one of my favorite campgrounds in Michigan. The facilities are clean and kept up. All access to trails, lakes and the river are close and easy to get to."

    2. Grousehaven Campground — Rifle River Recreation Area

    4 Reviews
    Lupton, MI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 473-2258

    "We were in the lower unit and stayed on site 3. The lake is absolutely gorgeous and is paddle only, no motors of any kind."

    "The day use beach bathroom was our first stop...not the cleanest. But the beach was nice as were the trails. Once in the camp itself, we loved how much better it was than Tawas."

    3. Spruce Rustic Campground — Rifle River Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Lupton, MI
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 473-2258

    "I wish I would have picked a different spot as I was right next to the bathroom but it was fine. Plenty of fire wood around the collect with access to trials and the river."

    4. Beaver Trail Campground

    1 Review
    Rose City, MI
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 345-7745

    $30 - $66 / night

    "Beaver Trail Campground is new and bookable to the Dyrt.  Check them out and share your trip on the Dyrt!"

    5. Luzerne Express Campground & RV

    2 Reviews
    Luzerne, MI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 826-8256

    "Friendly, helpful staff. There is an array of sites available plus RV’s and Cabins for rent so winter camping here is a blast. The area is a trail riders Mecca. From horseback riding to ATV’s."

    6. South Branch Trail Camp Group Site

    1 Review
    Glennie, MI
    16 miles
    Website

    $40 - $100 / night

    "Bathroom was clean, site was large surrounded by tall pine trees. Picnic table was HC accessible. Fire pit ring. I'm a motocamper and suited my needs. No trash, so take what you brought in plus some."

    7. South Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    13 Reviews
    Roscommon, MI
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 821-6374

    "Higgins lake is beautiful. The water is less than waist deep for about 100 yards out and then drops off to about 90' deep. The water color is amazing when the sun is out."

    "There are 2 bathhouses (bathrooms with separate showers), the one bathroom was much nicer than the other. The lake is absolutely gorgeous."

    8. Northern Bear Paw RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Sand Lake, MI
    22 miles
    Website
    +989362800009

    $40 - $50 / night

    "It’s sits on the Au Gres River trail to the river with seating, picnic table and fire pit. The grounds are immaculate. Very peaceful setting."

    "Pulling into the campground you notice a warm and welcoming couple greeting you, as if your were long lost cousins. The campsites are nicely laid out with comfortable amenities."

    9. River View Campground & Canoe Livery

    5 Reviews
    Alger, MI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 654-2447

    "Campground offers many amenities and with the river right on site there is so much to do. We always go tubing and kayaking. Bathrooms and showers are decent for a campground."

    "It sits along the Rifle River next to Rifle River Campground and Whites Campground.  The campground is huge and offers so much!"

    10. Tawas Point State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Tawas City, MI
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (989) 362-5041

    $20 - $50 / night

    "It is an important stopping point for the migratory pattern of warblers in the spring, and has a very nice nature walk."

    "We stayed on site 70, and while it was crowded, we didn’t mind. We were close by to the boat launch, and just a short walk to the bathroom; not too far and not too close either."

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Glamping Reviews near Rose City, MI

155 Reviews of 26 Rose City Campgrounds


  • Hallee L.
    Aug. 26, 2023

    Tawas Point State Park Campground

    Nice but busy

    It is very nice and extremely clean. However it is kind of cramped. Sites feel close and everyone was very nosey. Pet beach is nice. Water is beautiful. Convenient location. People didn't listen to rules such as quiet hour and let their badly behaved dogs run loose. Bath house is extremely nice! All in all, I would camp here on an off day/season.

  • Rodger M.
    Sep. 3, 2021

    Devoe Lake Rustic Campround — Rifle River Recreation Area

    Spacious, Quiet, Relaxing

    We were greeted at the gate by an extremely helpful and knowledgeable gentleman. He provided good directions, and helped us with our Rec Pass.

    The site was easy to find, spacious, and had adequate distancing from other campers. It included a fire pit and picnic table too.

    The lake was serene in the early mornings and evenings. Listen for the woeful call of the loons. What a treat!

    Word of caution, the raccoons start partying as soon as you bed down. Make sure your food and trash is adequately covered/contained.

    Campground has vault toilets. We never used them but good to know they have them.

  • Kathie M.
    Jun. 20, 2020

    North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    Overnite stay in cabin

    One nite stay in cabin. Cabin had electricity, mini fridge, electricity and bunk beds. Only complaint was cabin was close to fairly busy road.

  • N
    Oct. 6, 2020

    Northern Bear Paw RV Park

    Words Can’t Describe

    This place is gorgeous. Owners have done a great job with the property. Pine trees left intact. It’s sits on the Au Gres River trail to the river with seating, picnic table and fire pit. The grounds are immaculate. Very peaceful setting.

  • Christie L.
    Aug. 8, 2020

    North Higgins Lake State Park Campground

    Nice overnite stay

    We stayed for a quick overnight and wish we could have stayed longer. If we stayed again - we’d pick site 101. Little more privacy than the rest. We stayed at 137 which backed up to the woods which was lovely. This is a very bustling and full campground with lots of groups and families. Lot’s of kids on bikes. We were surprised to see a group with a full bar right out front on their site. We’re used to Texas parks where that would NOT fly😆 But everyone respected the quiet hours so we had no noise issues at night. Easy access to the water from everywhere thanks to groomed paths. Nice long but narrow sandy beach great for the kids to swim. Busy but very fun place to camp!

  • Sean R.
    Jul. 5, 2021

    South Branch Trail Camp Group Site

    Nice Large Private Site #21

    Bathroom was clean, site was large surrounded by tall pine trees. Picnic table was HC accessible. Fire pit ring. I'm a motocamper and suited my needs. No trash, so take what you brought in plus some.

  • Kim L.
    Aug. 28, 2019

    Gaylord KOA

    Very well kept KOA

    While it was pricey at $65 night, we had a very spacious full hookup site within easy walking distance of pool. Shower house was very nice and modern, with 4 shower stalls. Full coin laundry was helpful too! They had kids activities over the 4thof July weekend, and our kid loved it. The KOA is about a 5 min drive to Otsego Lake and the state park, where there's a nice beach and easy lake access. There's also a newly paved bike trail right by the lake for you to log some miles on. Nearby towns of Gaylord and Boyne provided us with plenty to do, and only a couple hours to get to Sleeping Bear sand dunes. We thought this place was worth the expense- big, flat, level sites with fire pit and full hook up. Nice pine trees and plenty of space for kids to play. Did not like the additional fee for kid to get wrist band for jump pillow and mini gold, but did it anyways.

  • Halie C.
    Jul. 9, 2018

    Jewell Lake Campground

    Beautiful, quiet, peaceful.

    Relatively quiet and secluded, Jewell Lake campground resides in the Huron-manistee National Forest. Our campsite was great with plenty of room to house three tents as well as a fire pit and picnic table. There is access to Jewell Lake from the campground where there is a small beach, dock, and boat launch. Beware, there are no park rangers on duty 24/7 at the campground or a camp store, however Barton city is only a few minutes away where they have a quaint general store.

  • Mark H.
    Sep. 22, 2016

    Tawas Point State Park Campground

    Nice place on the bay

    We went on a family trip to the Tawas Pointe State Park. It is an important stopping point for the migratory pattern of warblers in the spring, and has a very nice nature walk. The nature walk leads out to the lighthouse by the bay, and comes up to the beach. The camp grounds have electrical and water access for RVs and campers, but people also camp out in their tents, and everything in between. There is a small playground that my daughter enjoyed, and a paved pathway through the grounds to Rollerblade/bike on. Most sites come with a fire pit. There is also a large dumpster near the entrance for waster disposal.


Guide to Rose City

Rifle River Recreation Area offers varied camping options near Rose City, Michigan, at an elevation of 1,200 feet. The park encompasses 4,450 acres of woodland and multiple lakes with trails connecting different camping areas. Water temperatures in the lakes typically reach 70-75°F during summer months, making them comfortable for swimming from June through early September.

What to do

Hiking exploration: Devoe Lake Rustic Campground provides access to multiple trails for hikers of all skill levels. One camper noted, "Amazing views and great riding for all ages!" The observation tower offers panoramic views accessible via maintained trails throughout the recreation area.

Paddling the waterways: River View Campground & Canoe Livery offers equipment rentals and river access for water activities. "We always go tubing and kayaking. Bathrooms and showers are decent for a campground. Also love that there are a lot of trees to provide shade during the hot days," shared a camper who visits annually.

Fishing opportunities: The lakes throughout the recreation area provide productive fishing spots. At Spruce Rustic Campground, anglers can find special access points: "There's an access point to Gamble Creek between sites 171 and 173. I got my 20' trailer back there no problem," according to one fisherman.

What campers like

Private sites: Devoe Lake Rustic Campground gets high marks for site separation. A visitor mentioned, "Devoe campground was very private sites are open and surrounded by trees." Another camper appreciated the distinction between camping types, noting it has "Modern and Rustic, so tents don't need to be in a Zoo of RVs."

Clear water: The lakes throughout the Recreation Area feature exceptional water clarity. A camper at Grousehaven described, "The lake is absolutely gorgeous and is paddle only, no motors of any kind. The water was warmish and crystal clear, my 2.5 y/o daughter loved playing at the beach and the shallow swimming area."

Wildlife viewing: The numerous lakes provide habitat for diverse wildlife. One camper reported seeing "mink, beaver, muskrat, loons, eagle, osprey and three swan" during their stay, making the area "a treasure trove" for nature enthusiasts.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most sites require advance booking. At Devoe Lake Rustic Campground, a camper noted, "Sites require a reservation either at the office or Online. Not somewhere you can just pay for on spot because it's in the rifle river recreation area."

Bathroom facilities vary: Restroom quality differs between campgrounds in the area. At Spruce Rustic Campground, a visitor reported, "The vault toilets do need some attention," while others found facilities acceptable for rustic camping.

Holiday crowds: Some areas become quite busy during peak times. One camper at Devoe Lake mentioned, "I camped in one of the rustic campgrounds over a holiday weekend and it got a little too rowdy for my tastes."

Tips for camping with families

Beach selection: Grousehaven Campground offers family-friendly water access. A camper reported, "Extremely family friendly with a nice beach, park, and picnic area. The campground was always well maintained and had some of the cleanest bathrooms and showers of any campground I have stayed at."

Playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. A visitor to Grousehaven noted, "Great for our 'eastern' adventure up north. Sites require a reservation either at the office or Online," highlighting the need for advance planning when traveling with kids.

Winter glamping options: Glamping close to Rose City, Michigan extends into colder months at Luzerne Express Campground & RV. A camper explained, "There is an array of sites available plus RV's and Cabins for rent so winter camping here is a blast."

Tips from RVers

Site sizing: For larger RVs, select campgrounds carefully. At Spruce Rustic Campground, a camper with a trailer mentioned, "Small, rustic, remote, clean and quiet. Large and level campsites that are well spaced."

Hookup availability: South Higgins Lake State Park Campground offers full service sites. "Try to get a full hook up site if you can.....no line to dump on your way out!" advised a frequent visitor. Another camper noted, "There are a few sites with full hook-ups," though they can be difficult to reserve.

Water access: Some campgrounds offer convenient water access for boats. A visitor to South Higgins Lake mentioned, "We stayed in the East loop of the campground and were by the boat launch which was very convenient because we could put in and leave our boat in overnight!"

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular glamping campsite near Rose City, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular glamping campground near Rose City, MI is Devoe Lake Rustic Campround — Rifle River Recreation Area with a 4.6-star rating from 12 reviews.

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