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87 Reviews of 8 Saline Campgrounds

  • Ronald B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
    Jul. 29, 2024

    Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

    Great Campground

    Great out of the way campground. It was nice and quiet. Bathrooms were clean and well kept. The gentleman that checked us in moved things around so we could all be together not on different sites well away frome each other. Would definitely go there again.

  • Howard M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area
    Apr. 29, 2024

    Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area

    A great getaway that's not too far

    A very quiet campground. The sites are spread out and only 2 vehicles per site are allowed. The East campground is more open and had 3 small cabins that can be rented. The West camping is more wooded and isolated. An extensive horse back riding trail system and MTB trails are easily accessible.

  • Rebecca M.
    Camper-submitted photo from Brighton Recreation Area
    Jul. 16, 2023

    Brighton Recreation Area

    Bring bug spray

    We stayed at lot M18 of the rustic site, Murray Lake. The site was large and had a picnic table and fire pit. There are TONS of mosquitos.

    Gas and convenience is not far away. I had spotty Verizon service but I did get all of my notifications. Internet use was slow.

  • Laurianne H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Waterloo SRA/Sugarloaf
    Jul. 15, 2023

    Waterloo SRA/Sugarloaf

    Family campground with beach

    Nice campground. Sites are close together and sites 60-72 or so are really tent site, not level, and need extension cord for electric. No water hookups. No ATT service.

  • S
    Camper-submitted photo from Bishop Lake Campground
    Jun. 1, 2023

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Haven't camped, only fished.

    I have not camped here but had a family member use the campground while visiting the area. They spoke very highly of it. They have a large camper and stayed for a few nights.

    I've been here quite a few times to fish. Great fishing spot.

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Seven Lakes State Park
    May. 31, 2023

    Seven Lakes State Park

    Fun Lake, small trees

    Sand Lake was our spot and the water was breath taking - it’s a small pond really, but great for kayaking. Crystal clear, clean water, a good public beach. Our site had “private” access and our boys just played in the water for three days.

    Clean bathrooms and showers.

    Trees and covered areas were skimpy - trees were still young.

    The campground itself was a small loop; so not so much bike/scootering unless the kids like a big circle.

  • Laura B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Waterloo SRA/Sugarloaf
    Aug. 19, 2022

    Waterloo SRA/Sugarloaf

    Nice area, but tiny sites!

    We loved the area around the campground. Waterloo is a great area! But... most of the campsites are tiny! Campers are crowded in together

  • E
    Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
    May. 29, 2022

    Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

    Alpha male vibe

    Camp ground was adding new spots so there were lots of piles of dirt. Not many trees, nice pool, dirt roads. Camp ground attacks bikers.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area
    Apr. 30, 2022

    Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area

    Nice Michigan State Park

    Camped here opening weekend of 2022 (April 29). Nice park with several sites for our bigger rig. Leveling would be more of the challenge. But, we eventually got to 145 which was pretty good and very doable from leveling Stand point. Large well kept grassy site. Nice fire ring. No water or sewer at site but fill and dump available in park. Our Verizon WiFi coverage was good as was our TMobile. Staff was very accommodating and helpful. Seemed there to serve. We experienced no issues with our 30 amp (20 & 30 only available). Didn’t need air conditioning but electric heat was our main heat source and worked fine.

  • Brad H.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area
    Mar. 19, 2022

    Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area

    I think it's a pretty good campground!

    I would go there for a weekend, or even a night to just get away from the Rick raff of work and stuff. I think it's very well maintained! You hear people say they are dissatisfied about this, or dissatisfied about that. It's a CAMPGROUND people! Not a hotel! If you want to be catered to; go stay in a hotel! I think this campground is one of the best I've stayed in! People should learn to be thankful, for the amenities that they're given. It's quiet there, it's more peaceful than HOME. You hear people complain about their time at campgrounds, but only a few people tell how good of an experience they've had! I think it was great there!! I'm going again!!

  • p
    Camper-submitted photo from Bishop Lake Campground
    Oct. 21, 2021

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Quiet

    How far to stay at this Campground has been really nice is very quiet and the people here are very nice it does have showers that are really hot and steamy and it also has some pipes to grab some water and jugs if needed to

  • Ryan F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Brighton Recreation Area
    Oct. 20, 2021

    Brighton Recreation Area

    Lake Murray Rustic Sites

    This was our first camping experience in Michigan, so we weren’t exactly prepared. My rating takes this into consideration.

    First of all, if it’s rainy or muddy, you might want to think twice about entering the rustic camping area. We have a 4Runner, so it was no problem but a few little cars did slide around and have trouble on the hill by our site.

    Our site wasn’t level, so we were rolling around a bit. If I went there again I’d try to find a spot towards the end of the loop by the exit. These sites were higher and some of them were private. I’d examine the map carefully because some of the sites were horrendously open and basically on the road. Maybe good for a vehicle with a rooftop tent or a trailer of some sort, but it would have been annoying for us. Site M22 was big and far enough away from other campers, but again not level. Probably a good location for a group of hammock campers.

    All that aside, the biggest problem was mosquito activity. The camping area sits on an inaccessible lake with a marsh area.

    When we rolled in the first thing we noticed was that everyone had screen houses set up.

    We didn’t have anything but our tent and a hammock with a big net so everyone got bitten up while cooking and hanging out by the fire. It was pretty miserable. Yes, I realize this is mostly our fault.

    I’ve since purchased a thermacell backpacker and some bug net hats and stuff. I’m looking into constructing an ultralight screen house that can be suspended from trees.

    The last problem was drunk campers hooting and hollering all night but that isn’t the camping areas fault.

    This place is super close to where we are living so I’ll probably schedule it next spring and come prepared. There are lots of nearby lakes and recreational trails so it’s a fun place to be with family.

  • Shannyn W.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bishop Lake Campground
    Sep. 8, 2021

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Ehh

    It was alright. Our neighbors across from us had 30 kids using one fire pit. (They had 6 sites together) and were up past midnight running around. Our fire ring was so close to the road. The bathrooms are pretty far away as there is only one building. The lake and trails were great.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Bishop Lake Campground
    Sep. 5, 2021

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Pleasant Stay

    There are wooded sites on the upper area with shade and sunny sites on the lower area. Something for everyone. Just a couple of sites face the water. The beach is a modest bicycle ride on a nice and wide path. Or you can jump in a vehicle and make the drive to the separate beach entrance. Like other State Parks the lake is void of any homes which makes it a nice lake for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, floating, etc. A well established mountain bike trail is within the recreation area. The locals call it Torn Shirt.

  • Neil T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Seven Lakes State Park
    Aug. 31, 2021

    Seven Lakes State Park

    Great waypoint when camping across the UP

    Vibe: 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.

  • Matt J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Bishop Lake Campground
    Aug. 19, 2021

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Grey's the job done

    Lots of sites, LOTS of things to do, great website, great Easter recreation. It's a little attorney, but the facilities are amazing, well-kept, and we'll managed. It's also pretty quiet, despite being pretty busy.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Hell Creek Ranch & Campground
    Jul. 31, 2021

    Hell Creek Ranch & Campground

    Office Lied

    We were told if we arrived by 9 PM we could have a campsite. We arrived at 8:50 and the office was closed. We had no where to sleep due to the fact that we had trusted the person in the office who lied to us.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area
    Jul. 25, 2021

    Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area

    Toto I don't think we in Kansas anymore

    The staff were very friendly and helpful. Other campers were also very friendly and helpful...We didn't get to experience much of the campground because we were only there long enough to set the camper up and really it wasn't even fully up when a tornado went through. Campground was basically not navigateable by foot or car. The beach had already been closed because of water conditions. The pads for campers seemed on the narrow side my small camper barely fit on it. I never made it to the rest rooms or showers to say anything about them.... It looked like the camp is well maintained when we got there but ......wellll....They did give refunds to everyone because they ended up closing the camp to clean up the mess

Guide to Saline

Camping near Saline, Michigan, offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a family-friendly adventure, there are several campgrounds in the area that cater to different needs.

What to do:

  • Biking: There are great trails for biking, especially at Maumee Bay State Park Campground. One visitor mentioned, "There are miles of paved bike paths throughout the campsite and a short ride to the lake."
  • Fishing: If you enjoy fishing, Bishop Lake Campground is a great spot. A reviewer noted, "Great fishing spot."
  • Hiking: Explore the trails at Pinckney State Recreation Area. One camper shared, "The beach was a very nice place to spend the day. The lake was very warm and the swimming area had a nice depth gradient."

What campers like:

  • Spacious Sites: Campers appreciate the roomy sites at Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground. A visitor said, "The campsite itself was great, nice and roomy while also being wooded."
  • Clean Facilities: Many campers rave about the cleanliness of the campgrounds. At Holly Recreation Area, one reviewer mentioned, "The campground and bathrooms were always very clean."
  • Wildlife: Campers enjoy the wildlife around McGinnis Lake Modern Campground. A visitor noted, "Nice park very clean. Nice bike trails and large campsites."

What you should know:

  • Mayflies: Be prepared for mayflies, especially at Maumee Bay State Park Campground. One camper warned, "There are sooooo many mayflies around - flying, landing on you & your gear."
  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds, like Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground, have limited amenities. A reviewer mentioned, "Verizon service was basically non-existent other than at the beach."
  • Crowded Weekends: Expect larger crowds on weekends at places like Groveland Oaks County Park. One camper noted, "Gets crowded, especially during weekends."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Family Activities: Look for campgrounds with activities for kids. Groveland Oaks County Park offers mini-golf and playgrounds. A family camper said, "There are lots of family activities like mini golf, kids bike courses, and playgrounds."
  • Secluded Sites: Choose sites that offer privacy. At Holly Recreation Area, a camper mentioned, "Sites are very private with hedges and trees dividing each site."
  • Plan for Bugs: Bring bug spray, especially in warmer months. A visitor at Sleepy Hollow State Park Campground noted, "The bugs were pretty intense, but bug spray helped."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Site Levels: Some sites can be sloped, making it tricky to park RVs. A reviewer at Holly Recreation Area advised, "Any site above 80ish is very hilly and may be difficult to level an RV."
  • Fill Up Beforehand: Make sure to fill your fresh water tank before setting up. A camper at Maumee Bay State Park Campground mentioned, "If you are looking to stay more than two nights keep in mind that there are only electric hookups."
  • Respect Quiet Hours: Many campgrounds enforce quiet hours. A camper at Pinckney State Recreation Area appreciated, "The staff kept noise and other stupidity tamped down."

Camping near Saline, Michigan, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. Just remember to plan ahead and enjoy the great outdoors!

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