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St. Charles, Michigan has several RV parks with varying amenities and site configurations. Pine Ridge RV Campground offers full hookup sites with electric, water, and sewer connections, operating from May through October. The campground features both pull-through and back-in sites under tall pine trees, with some sites offering more spacious layouts than others. Soaring Eagle Hideaway RV Park in Mount Pleasant provides paved sites with full hookups including 50-amp service, and operates April through October. Holiday Shores RV Park in Durand features cement pads that require no leveling and maintains sites with electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. "Some camp sites are squished up to others. Other camp sites have plenty of room. So when you are stuck in a spot that is tight it kind of ruins the experience," noted one camper about Pine Ridge.
Reservations are essential during summer weekends, with many parks filling quickly from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Several RV parks in the region offer shuttle services to nearby attractions, particularly those near Soaring Eagle Casino. Most facilities maintain dump stations and trash service, though some parks like Finn Road Park provide cement pads with full hookup capability including sewer connections. Bay City State Park, located approximately 30 miles northeast of St. Charles, accommodates larger RVs but typically has more congested sites during peak season. The terrain throughout the area is generally flat, making for straightforward navigation into most parks, though visitors mention that sites above 80 at Holly Recreation Area feature steep slopes that may challenge RV leveling. Pet policies vary by location, with most parks allowing dogs with standard leash requirements.
"Nice pull through sites, some are tight, but none are impossible. Knowledgeable and friendly staff."
"It’s quiet and well maintained. The owners are friendly and willing to help. Wood bundles are available for purchase and they deliver to your site. No tents allowed but pop-up are welcome."
"This campground is a few miles from the casino, but offer free shuttles to the soaring eagle properties (including the water park)."
"Pretty basic campground with paved sites and a nice lake. Not much space, trees or privacy. Looked like most of the sites were longer term/workers. Clean restrooms, showers and laundry."
"It is super dog friendly as well. This is our “go to” spot for sure. Love it here and the staff are great."
"We planned to golf during our stay so she thoughtfully put us in lot 511 which is relatively close to the pro shop! This place is conveniently located off M13 in Durand."
from $55 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Peaceful"
"Gary is one of the nicest people…campground very clean nice and quiet just a hop and a skip to the downtown area"
from $35 / night
Check Availability"Campground is very nice sites are concrete pads and level! Sites are mostly shaded.
Getting to this campground is an adventure.""Very nice, quite and clean, everything you need, water electric, sewer, cement pad will definitely be back there again"
from $28 - $30 / night
Check Availability"Nice campground that is open year round. Sites are large, most are shady and have establIshed trees. Some sites in the center of the campground can get wet after heavy rain."
"Clean facilities. They do spray for mosquitoes, so that wasn't too bad at all even in the heat of August. We stayed at 106, the description was on point, level and shaded."
from $35 - $80 / night
Check Availability"It has large wooded sites only electric but you can fill up the water at the dump station. Each site has a picnic table and Fire ring. Each campsite has a asphalt pad."
"Many options to choose from in terms of camping, from rustic, tent to fully functional cabin lodging."
from $20 - $160 / night
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ScoutNo sewer or dumps is available at this campground (April 2022). You will have to dump elsewhere. If there was a memo I missed it. Made reservation in winter 2021. Had great Verizon and ok TMobile service. Site itself was easy to level and adequate for our big rig. It was one of 4 50 amp sites in the park. Nice large grassy site and the park was not very full.
RangerOur site was averaged out to $82.71 a night with the weekly rate discount.
We were in Site# 306 (a deluxe plus RV site - be aware that some of these are back-ins and not clearly labeled on the site map - we had to change sites to a pull-thru). We had Full hook- up with a gravel 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 zero trees. We weren’t able to sit outside because of the direct sun until after 8:30pm.
This was a smaller lot with our neighbors fairly close.
The deluxe plus lot comes without a concrete patio but with a picnic table and fire ring. They do sell firewood and will deliver to your site.
There is free WiFi. They do not offer Cable TV but there are quite a few channel options.
There is not a community outdoor kitchen or community fire pit.
They do not provide garbage service at your site so you must walk to garbage dumpster.
You are allowed to ride personal golf carts. They also allow you to rent pedal bikes. They do not provide golf cart rentals.
They do have a heated indoor and heated outdoor Swimming pool and one hot tub.
There is a Playground. They also offer Gaga ball, basketball sport court, and volleyball courts. There is a Game room for kids. They have a Putt putt course and Jumping pad.
They have a great general store.
There is a separate Activity Center for kids.
There are tons of scheduled activities for kids like wagon rides, arts & crafts, scavenger hunts, obstacle courses, etc. Activities are scheduled all day from 9am to 8pm.
There is a snack bar on site from 4pm-9:30pm where you can get hot dogs, brats, pretzels, nachos, ice cream, etc.
The streets are mostly paved and good for riding bikes.
This is an RV park with cabins to rent also. Tent camping is also allowed.
They have two shower houses. The shower house has the 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. It is a cash only facility, but they have a change machine in the arcade room. There are approximately 4washers and 4 dryers. It is approximately $2.75 to wash and $0.75 to dry a load.
They do not have a fenced in dog park. There are areas to walk dogs though.
Flies were an issue and bug spray was needed.
There were no trails to hike off of the campground.
Some fun things to do outside of the campground are Frankenmuth FunShips (chocolate & wine tasting), the Golden Ticket Trolley, the Bavarian Belle (popcorn & sodas) River Place Shops, wineries, and Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland store. This RV park is less than a mile to downtown/River Place Shops where there is tons of shopping.
TravelerNice pull through sites, some are tight, but none are impossible. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. There’s private land on either side and a dirt bike track that the neighbor owns on the north end, so if you’ve got a light afternoon napper, stay away from that end. Clean facilities, close to attractions and highway. Overall a good spot to stay
ScoutThis campground has a lake for swimming, water slide, arcade, boat rentals, mini golf, biking trails and fishing. Lots for kids to do... also skate park and 2 playgrounds. Full hookup area is away from most of the weekend traffic with a short cut to get to where all the kids stuff is located. I think it is a little pricier than most monthly rentals in southeast Michigan. We chose for the convenient location for spending the weekends. Our campsite was a little difficult to get into because it was on a curve and there was a seasonal camper with a Class A right across from our site which didn’t allow for a lot of space to maneuver our 26 ft travel trailer. It was, however, fairly close to the park and restrooms.
ScoutLarge sites, all full hookup. Plenty of onsight activities on the weekend. Large play areas, dog run, basketball court, lots of walking trails, and family friendly.
ScoutWe stayed here 2 years ago. The office where payment is made is a few miles away from the actual campground.
There is a dump station and water at the fairgrounds. Along the left side near the dump / water station as you enter are huge grassy sites marked by electrical outlets at the rear of the sites. The rest of the fairgrounds are set up like a traditional campground on a "loop" style. It looks like almost all the sites will accommodate a 40 footer easily.
There were 2 or 3 campers who appeared to be long term seasonal guests but it did not distract from our overall stay.
We pull an Imagine 2500RL pulled by a Ford F-150 max trailer package.
We stayed 4 nights and spent the days traveling around Bay City.
Founds a great BBQ that had been shared by MI PLAYGROUND --- Meaty's Roadhouse BBQ& Sausage Shack Bay City.
We are planning our Summer 2024 travels and will; be stopping at the Bay County Fairgrounds again this summer.
ScoutNice place to stay,it’s sitting just off of the river,and the lake is next to it,if you like fishing you’re going to love it.the site is a little tight but you can pull through,overall it’s really quiet and close to town. I will be back next time through
ScoutSites are long but not wide. Level. Full hookups. Wifi you can stream on. LTE cell service. Clean showers. Walking path around pond, fishing dock. $28 site, No old beaters allowed. Old clean units welcome.
LegendVibe: Woodland getaway with no flash and really nice sites.
Cleanliness: Sites are above average. Vault toilets are…vault toilets.
Facilities: Nothing flashy. Wish there was a few additional water filling points and that the dumpsters were all located near the camp entrance/exit. But really nothing to complain about.
General spots: Large, very well treed, gravel, picnic table and fire ring.
Privacy: Can see neighbors through sites, but better privacy than most places.
Our site: 39. Could drive circles around inside it. Even has a tree in the middle of it with room to drive all the way around it(not with a trailer). Depending where you set up your rig, you may need an extra long extension cord.
Noise: Quiet. Occasionally hear wolves howling. Cell signal(Verizon): 1 bar. No internet loads. Text messages will send and receive. Sometimes immediately, sometimes hours later. Other: Wish we had a chance to explore the lakes. Sounds like the swimming and fishing is good. Saw several kids on bikes toting rods.
The St. Charles area sits along Michigan's Shiawassee River watershed, where the terrain remains predominantly flat with elevations rarely exceeding 650 feet above sea level. Most RV campgrounds near St. Charles, Michigan operate seasonally due to the region's cold winters, with typical camping season running April through October. Local parks experience average summer temperatures between 75-85°F during peak camping months.
Fishing opportunities: At Bay City State Park Campground, you'll find multiple fishing spots including a lagoon area. "The nature trail around the lagoon is a birder's dream. We saw white egrets, blue heron, sand pipers and their babies," notes Jennifer H. The park's proximity to Saginaw Bay provides additional fishing access.
Golfing options: Holiday Shores RV Park offers an attached 9-hole course right on the property. "The attached 9 hole golf course was well maintained and had some tricky holes. There were changes in elevation and multiple water hazards," shares Jamie H. The course features several water hazards and terrain variations not commonly found in the region's typically flat landscape.
Water recreation: Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground provides lake access for paddlers and swimmers. "We did go for a short paddle on Ovid Lake, but again, no shade and HOT," reports Amy D. The park maintains a beach area, though it requires a walk or short drive from the main camping areas.
Splash pad access: Several parks offer water features beyond natural bodies of water. "There was a splash pad area for the kids which they begged to go to every day!" Samantha C. mentions about Bay City State Park. These water play areas typically operate from late May through early September.
Privacy levels: Pine Ridge RV Campground offers varying site layouts. "We enjoyed this very quiet campground. It is not a family 'resort' style campground. Each site has full hook-ups and are a good size. Nice shade trees at most sites," reports Mary S. The campground maintains a more adult-oriented atmosphere compared to family-focused alternatives.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently note bathroom cleanliness as a key factor. "The bathrooms are key for me and are very clean. The showers are private and are quarter operated," Dawn W. shares about Pine Ridge RV Campground. Most parks in the region feature updated shower facilities, though operation systems vary between token, quarter, and timed options.
Tree coverage: Finn Road Park offers shaded sites. "Campground is very nice sites are concrete pads and level! Sites are mostly shaded," notes Dave P. The established trees provide natural cooling during summer months when temperatures can reach into the 80s.
Level sites: Several campgrounds feature cement pads that eliminate leveling needs. "Very nice, quiet and clean, everything you need, water electric, sewer, cement pad," lathan W. comments about Finn Road Park. These level sites accommodate larger rigs without additional stabilization equipment.
Varying site sizes: Site dimensions differ significantly even within the same campground. Mitchell C. notes about Pine Ridge, "Nice pull through sites, some are tight, but none are impossible." When booking, request specific site dimensions if traveling with larger equipment.
Extension cord needs: Soaring Eagle Hideaway RV Park and other campgrounds may require longer power cords. "Recommend to have extension cord for some sites, as plug in can be far," advises Tanner G. about Bay City State Park. Standard 25-foot power cords often prove insufficient at certain sites.
Seasonal limitations: Most campgrounds in the St. Charles area operate only from April through October. Soaring Eagle Hideaway operates "April 1 to October 31" according to their listing information, with similar seasons at other parks.
Reservation requirements: "We have camped at Pine Ridge Campground for the past five years. Additionally, communication at this campground is poor — it's often hard to reach someone to even make a reservation, there's no automation and poor responsiveness," notes Kris H. Many campgrounds in the area lack online reservation systems, requiring phone calls during limited office hours.
Playground access: Church Grove Park provides basic playground equipment. "Very nice little campground. Run by the Lutheran church. Gary is very welcoming and friendly," shares Deb H. The campground also features a prayer trail for quiet walks.
Water activities: Beach areas provide free entertainment for children. "We took a group of 6 adults and 3 kids to Bay City which was a pretty good drive for us. We had a lot of fun! Park was clean and located across from the lake," Samantha C. reports. Many families bring beach toys and water shoes for comfort on potentially rocky shorelines.
Bring bikes: The paved roads at Bay City State Park create ideal cycling conditions. "This is a great campground if you enjoy riding bicycles or going on nature walks with trails that seem endless," Nick B. recommends. Several campgrounds feature bike-friendly paths ranging from 1-3 miles in length.
Scheduled activities: Some parks organize family-friendly events. "We did a kids craft and enjoyed hot cocoa or coffee Saturday morning and then returned after dinner for Back-to-School bingo and popcorn," Sarah S. notes about Bay City State Park. Activity schedules typically post monthly at park offices or on bulletin boards.
Site selection strategy: Holiday Shores RV Park offers cement pads that eliminate leveling needs. "Our lot had a cement pad which required no leveling. The electrical, water and sewer connections were all easy to access and each lot had a picnic table and fire ring," reports Jamie H. Request specific site numbers when making reservations.
Shuttle services: Outdoor Adventures Mount Pleasant Resort and Soaring Eagle provide transportation options. "This campground is a few miles from the casino, but offer free shuttles to the soaring eagle properties (including the water park)," Stephanie C. mentions about Soaring Eagle. Shuttle schedules typically operate hourly during daytime and evening hours.
RV lot characteristics: Michael G. notes about Soaring Eagle Hideaway RV Park, "Pretty basic campground with paved sites and a nice lake. Not much space, trees or privacy." Many RV campgrounds in St. Charles, Michigan prioritize utility access over spaciousness or privacy between sites.
Night lighting considerations: "It would be nice if there was an RV lights out policy at night. It's really hard to sleep in a tent when your neighbor's RV 'porch' light is on literally all night," advises Melissa H. about Bay City State Park. Light-sensitive campers should bring eye masks or request sites away from RV sections.
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