Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Sterling Heights, MI

Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Sterling Heights, MI has a lot to offer. Aside from great camping spots, you'll find hiking and many more outdoor experiences. Thinking of traveling with kids? You're in luck—Sterling Heights is surrounded by family-friendly activities. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Sterling Heights, Michigan (56)

    1. Addison Oaks County Park

    13 Reviews
    Lakeville, MI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 858-1400

    "The beach is nice, a little small, but clean and fun (would be nice if your pets were allowed to swim also).

    The only real negative I have is that for each group site there is a single fire pit."

    "The park has a beautiful 2.5 mile trail around the lake that makes this campground great. We brought our own kayaks but they do rent boats. We saw deer and rabbit."

    2. Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

    18 Reviews
    White Lake, MI
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 666-1020

    $22 / night

    "Nice little dog park by the beach too."

    "Only drawback is the distance from the lake. The lake is not within walking distance, you would need to drive."

    3. Ridgewood Campground

    2 Reviews
    Washington, MI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (586) 781-4242

    $25 - $50 / night

    "The site was a larger site (#12) tucked nicely away in a corner.

    Picnic Table and Nice Fire Ring onsite. Port-a-potty, dumpster near site."

    4. Bald Mountain Recreation Area

    3 Reviews
    Lake Orion, MI
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 693-6767

    "The trails are well maintained and well marked. There is also tons of clean, easy to access lakes within the park too. Perfect for kayaking, paddle boarding, or fishing."

    "Great trails and kids friendly."

    5. Algonac State Park Campground

    23 Reviews
    Algonac, MI
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (810) 765-5605

    "I've stayed all over michigan, and this is one of the best. Your right close to the water, so you can watch the ships. I was very comfortable here, and I had my dog."

    "Great campground with access to the beautiful St. Clair River as it runs between Lake Huron and Lake St. Clair."

    6. McGinnis Lake Modern Campground — Holly Recreation Area

    33 Reviews
    Ortonville, MI
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 634-8811

    $27 - $30 / night

    "Lots and lots of hiking available , pets allowed which is awesome, disc golfing , lakes for great kayaking and there is a wonderful beach! Something for everyone!"

    "Group area is away from the main area. Kayak lakes are nice. Excellent hike/bike trails. Park is located just down the road from the Holly Oaks Off road park."

    7. Proud Lake Recreation Area

    17 Reviews
    Wolverine Lake, MI
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 685-2433

    "First time out with the camper and we wanted to stay close to home so we found a campground right outside the city. You couldn't tell how close we were because there were so many trees in the area."

    "First, I'd like to say that I was born and raised in Northern Michigan. That's where I'm used to camping and hiking. I moved to the metro Detroit area a few years ago."

    8. Oakland County Addison Oaks

    4 Reviews
    Lakeville, MI
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 693-2432

    "Addison Oaks is a campground that features hiking and mountain biking trails, campground, cabins, disc golf course, and a lake for boating."

    "The grounds are huge with bike/hike trails, a lake and a disc golf course. Mountain biking seems to be very popular there are dirt trails off the paved hiking loop."

    9. Camp Agawam

    2 Reviews
    Auburn Hills, MI
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 391-0304

    $20 - $30 / night

    "I come down to Detroit from Windsor every year to camp in Michigan with friends and this year we went to this very nice campsite in Orion Twp and I loved it."

    10. Haas Lake Park RV Campground

    17 Reviews
    New Hudson, MI
    29 miles
    Website
    +1 (248) 437-0900

    "Nice lake view across the road. This location has 4 lakes. There is plenty of nature. Lots of trees along a nature trail. Cranes and ducks in the water . The first night was super quiet!"

    "I highly recommend Hass Lake campgrounds. It is a very clean, quite, Beautiful campgrounds."

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Sterling Heights, MI

430 Reviews of 56 Sterling Heights Campgrounds


  • Kelly G.
    Aug. 16, 2020

    Pontiac Lake Recreation Area

    Private camping

    Very private sites. I was surprised at how well each site was hidden from the others. Restrooms can be a bit far from some sites. Nice little dog park by the beach too.

  • T
    Nov. 13, 2023

    Camp Agawam

    Great retreat for Canadians

    I come down to Detroit from Windsor every year to camp in Michigan with friends and this year we went to this very nice campsite in Orion Twp and I loved it. This was the first year we started our trip in Toronto, thanks to a solar company at https://www.solarpowertoronto.com/ who installed solar panels on our RV. We were able to camp from Toronto to Orion Twp and had a great time. Will be doing the same next year.

  • Doug M.
    Jun. 15, 2019

    Clear Water Campgrounds

    Love, love, love this campground.

    This is a quiet, friendly and family campground. The staff is very willing to help any way they can. The sites are level and spacious.

    A great place for the kids! With a beach, playground and paved roads is nice but the frosting in this cake is the petting zoo. Animals from bunnies, peacocks & cats to horses, goats and of course Milton the burro, get it? Milton Burro, LOL

    The store has stuff for the kids at very reasonable prices and the ice cream shop across the street is a nice walk after dinner. There's a light there for safe crossing, too.

    Try this place, you'll add this to your good memories.

    No credit or debit cards. Cash and checks only.

  • Despina S.
    Jul. 31, 2018

    Outdoor Adventures Lake Shore Resort

    Large campground. Over 700 sites and 70+ cabins. Open year-round.

    Great opportunities for winter sports. Pools, lakes, mini golf. Designed for young families. Pet friendly but has restrictions on the type of dog.

  • L
    Jul. 17, 2020

    Clearwater Campground

    Nice!

    A fun little campground with a nice bunch of petting zoo type animals! The beach is clean and the lake is warm! Very nice layout with walking trail around the lake. The only complaint was not nearly enough trash cans around (like, none easy to find) and the bathrooms were nasty for our 2 day visit. Price per night for full hook up was $40 :-)

  • Tara T.
    Sep. 7, 2021

    Camp Dearborn

    HUGH MUNICIPAL CAMPGROUND

    They offer campsites full hookups pet friendly

    They offer electric only no pets they offer campsites no pets.

    They have a tent only section.

    They have a beach, tennis courts, children's playground,rustic cabins, they have a recreation field Kids Activities arts and crafts!!! They have 16 resort cabins, this place is HUGH

    Bathrooms were dated and we arrived Monday after Labor Day so I can't judge them. They had a FULL HOUSE on Labor Day per the front gate. I was very impressed there was no garbage at campsites and picked up very well.

    GREAT biking trails you can catch on premise and bike over to Kensington and to the charming town of Milford

  • K
    Sep. 29, 2018

    Port Huron KOA

    Commercialized

    If you like this type of camping then this theme park camping is for you. It's right in town with sparse trees and very small sites. Make sure to mark the max allowed occupancy to be camping because, if you don't, you will be charged extra cash for your child to spend the day with you while spending money on their amenities. They do have a little amusement park right next door so that can help entertain the young ones for a while and we did appreciate the dog park. It's not a horrible place as we did enjoy ourselves the first visit there. The campsite we had was in the back, between 2 cabins, and that one was actually a decent size. The 2nd trip was a bummer as we were reprimanded for having my girlfriends daughter show up and have breakfast with us. Which, by the way, we bought from the and she shopped in their souvenir store and purchased items. We had to pay another $5 so we could spend that extra money at their campground. Other than that, enjoy.

  • Mary O.
    Oct. 3, 2019

    Bishop Lake Campground

    Fun with family and pets!

    Nice lakes for swimming and can take your pet as well!  Big playground and nice bathrooms

  • Noel L.
    Jun. 2, 2025

    Clearwater Campground

    Nice private campground.

    Level sites with full hookup. Catch and release fishing pond. Nice little swimming area. Nice playground. Cute little petting zoo. Stayed for a week at $320.


Guide to Sterling Heights

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Sterling Heights, Michigan, allows you to enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your furry friends behind. Here are some excellent campgrounds that welcome pets and offer a variety of amenities and activities.

Dog owners appreciate spacious sites and amenities

  • At Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, campers can enjoy well-spaced sites with electric hookups and drinking water, making it a comfortable stay for both pets and their owners.
  • Addison Oaks County Park features large, clean sites with modern amenities, including showers and picnic tables, perfect for a family camping trip with pets.
  • Holly Recreation Area offers spacious, wooded sites that provide a serene environment for pets to explore while enjoying the natural beauty of the area.

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Sterling Heights

Pet owners like friendly environments and community vibes

  • Camp Dearborn is a well-reviewed campground that offers a variety of activities for families, including pet-friendly areas and community events.
  • Haas Lake Park RV Campground is known for its friendly staff and clean facilities, ensuring a pleasant experience for both pets and their owners.
  • Clear Water Campgrounds provides a welcoming atmosphere with a petting zoo and playground, making it a hit with families looking to enjoy quality time with their pets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular dog-friendly campsite near Sterling Heights, MI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Sterling Heights, MI is Addison Oaks County Park with a 4.5-star rating from 13 reviews.

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