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Pontiac Lake Recreation Area offers equestrian-friendly camping with extensive horseback riding trails throughout the park. The campground features two distinct areas - the more open East loop and the wooded West loop with more isolated sites. Trail riders can access a comprehensive network of bridle paths directly from the camping areas. The recreation area maintains clean facilities with hot showers and restrooms, though these may be distant from some campsites. Sites are notably private with natural screening between neighbors, creating an up-north feel despite the recreation area's proximity to metro Detroit. Horse owners frequently note the well-maintained trail system that connects throughout the 3,745-acre park.
The equestrian trail system at Highland State Recreation Area connects to a variety of terrain across the park's rolling landscape. Riders appreciate the spacious rustic camping area that accommodates horses while maintaining privacy between sites. The campground provides running water access points and maintains two outhouses for basic amenities. Trail conditions vary seasonally, with some routes connecting to historic landmarks including the remains of the Ford family's 1930s summer estate. Equestrians should note the campground has limited amenities but compensates with a natural, secluded environment perfect for trail riding. The extensive trail system accommodates multiple user groups including mountain bikers and hikers, so riders should be prepared to share certain trail sections during busy periods. For those seeking horse camping near Taylor with direct trail access from the campsite, both areas stand out as strong options in the region.
"Friendly staff, clean park, close to supermarkets and other food locations. RV repair and sales nearby. I got lucky and woke up to a horse and dog competition at no extra cost to me."
"Nice campgrounds easy to get around and my children loved it"
"Campground Review: Bishop Lake is a great campground located in the middle of the Brighton Rec Area. The upper and lower campgrounds are both modern, with every site including electric."
"Great family place with paved and dirt biking/hiking trails. Very nice beach with grass and sand. There are 2 areas of inflatables, one of them is for the little kids 48 in. and under."
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"Great hiking and world class mountain bike trails. Nice big lake. Only drawback is you must drive to the lake or hike 1.8 miles through the woods on a trail to get there. No camp store."
"An extensive horse back riding trail system and MTB trails are easily accessible."
from $20 - $80 / night
Check Availability"Great time to unplug and just enjoy our surroundings and begin to learn our own creativity!"
"This is one of our family's favorite close to home sites. Extra large camp sites, lots of room for the kids to run around. Extensive trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding."
from $20 - $186 / night
Check Availability"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."
"Always a great local retreat away from our hectic daily life. Don’t have to travel far to find some nature. Most sites generously sized, hookups available, clean restrooms."
"As an added plus a horse barn (Heavenly Horse Stables) right on property offering riding lessons, trail rides and meet and greets with their houses and other barn animals, my daughter wanted to move here"
"Direct connections to the Waterloo Pinckney trail system. Near Hell, Michigan and Chelsea, Michigan. Large pool in season. Priced reasonably."
from $20 - $35 / night
Check Availability"Lots of trails within reach and a horse riding stable if that is your thing. Heard lots of wolves, saw lots of tracks but no animals. I’d like to go back in the spring and hike around some more!"
"It is usually easy to get multiple sites next to each other with reservations.
There is a decent sandy beach here with a playground and volleyball net."
from $38 - $43 / night
Check Availability"There are over 20 sites, about half of which are located lake side (not directly on the lake, but there are little paths that lead you there and you can somewhat see the water from these sites.)"
"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. "
from $35 - $40 / night
Check Availability"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."
"The campground here is actually a quite popular equestrian campground. There is a campground and a staging area. Rustic vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings."
from $20 / night
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LegendThe campground here is actually a quite popular equestrian campground. There is a campground and a staging area. Rustic vault toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings. The campground itself isn’t really much to write home about (unless you have horses that is). The lakes and launches are however very nice and there are some great trail systems through the area.
GuideVery nice sites. Wooded and up north feel. Great hiking and world class mountain bike trails. Nice big lake. Only drawback is you must drive to the lake or hike 1.8 miles through the woods on a trail to get there. No camp store. Equestrian trails and I hear they have a remote control airplane field and shooting range.
TravelerFriendly staff, clean park, close to supermarkets and other food locations. RV repair and sales nearby. I got lucky and woke up to a horse and dog competition at no extra cost to me.
ScoutWhat started as a little get away turned into not wanting to leave! A swimming pool and playground with basketball court to keep my kids entertained and clean facilities convinced me I had made the right choice. As an added plus a horse barn (Heavenly Horse Stables) right on property offering riding lessons, trail rides and meet and greets with their houses and other barn animals, my daughter wanted to move here. Other perks to this campground: Openings to Pinckney State trails right on property and all sorts of lakes, parks and small town downtown areas for food and shopping nearby, H.C.R.C. was a hidden gem.
LegendThis is a typical fairground campground with open grassy areas for campsites surrounded by barns and tracks. The fairgrounds is located just off I-94 which makes for easy entrance and exit to the campground, but, means there is lots of road noise. Close by are plenty of stores, restaurants, gas stations, etc. In fact, there is a gap in the fence that runs around the fairgrounds allowing you to walk to a Walmart, McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts, and more.
We arrived without a reservation and the women in the office was very helpful providing a map with all available sites during our stay and letting us choose which one we wanted. One of the first things you notice is that a number of people are here long-term so we went to the back area hoping it would be quieter and less crowded. A number of the campsites are “buddy” sites meaning your patio opens to your neighbors so be careful which one you pick. This is pretty undesirable when the neighbor is a total stranger so we chose a site where we didn’t have anyone next to us.
They offer 50 amp full hook-up sites, 50 amp/water, and 30 amp/water sites with pull-thru and back-in options. There is a dump station located in the middle of the park which is easy to get to. The roads are wide and a lack of trees makes this campground accessible for any size RV. The sites are level but some lack grassy making the patio pretty dusty or muddy. Unfortunately, where we were was pretty muddy just after a light rain. This campground works best for RV’s and not tents. For tenters there is a designated section that is set in a corner of the park with large trees for shade but not much privacy between you and others. A water spigot is in the tent area and there was one picnic table. The camp office sells firewood but we only saw two fire pits in the whole park. Be aware that noise from the interstate and nearby train tracks may make for a restless night. Bathrooms are centrally located in the campground and were old and tired but relatively clean. On-site laundry is available.
Apparently, management is having some issues with campers not obeying some of the rules. One of the sad things about this campground is that campers have to be reminded to clean up after their dogs. Apparently, it is such an issue that we got a letter stating that if you don’t pick up your dogs poop you would be asked to leave. How sad is that? There is free WiFi which worked pretty well. Upon checking in, we had to sign a piece of paper stating that we would not download copyrighted material or stream movies or we would be asked to leave.
My favorite aspect of this campground is that they had a community garden that you were welcome to pick from. We got tomatoes, Swiss chard, peppers, broccoli, and more. Overall, this campground was fine for the few nights we were here and close to the attractions we wanted to visit. We never felt unsafe even though it was close to major cities. We chose this campground because we wanted to go to Ann Arbor and Dearborn and it was a very convenient location.
Pros:
· Good location if you want to visit Ann Arbor and Dearborn
· Close to interstate for easy access
· Long, level sites that will fit any RV
· Community garden you can pick from vegetables
· Stores and restaurants are nearby (some within walking distance)
Cons:
· Lots of road noise from I-94
· No trees for shade or privacy
· Would not recommend for tent camping
· Many campers are long-term
· “Buddy” campsites with patios facing each other
ScoutA 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.
TravelerThis was our first time staying here. Great private campground with rustic, elec, water/elec (30 amp), and concrete pad sites. Very clean campground with nice shower house. Owners are very friendly. Direct connections to the Waterloo Pinckney trail system. Near Hell, Michigan and Chelsea, Michigan. Large pool in season. Priced reasonably.
GuideHad the pleasure of visiting first weekend in February, on the coldest weekend of the year! Nice little cabin set in about 800’ from where you park. It has a table, wood stove, and 4 sets of bunks in a back room. Lots of trails within reach and a horse riding stable if that is your thing. Heard lots of wolves, saw lots of tracks but no animals. I’d like to go back in the spring and hike around some more! Pro tip for cold nights is to block the back room and sleep in the main area-
ScoutThis is a fabulous campground! There are over 20 sites, about half of which are located lake side (not directly on the lake, but there are little paths that lead you there and you can somewhat see the water from these sites.) There is a boat launch on one end of campground and the amazing beach on the other. The water is clear and warm (perfect lake for swimming) and there is both sand and grassy areas on the fairly large beach. The beach also offers picnic tables and benches. The only negative aspect I can see about this campground is that the sites are right on top of each other, so if you have a loud group or a generator next to you, it is noisy. But most campgrounds have sites set real close together, so you will find this pretty much everywhere. Def camp here! About an hours drive from a Pictured Rocks National Park. There are no showers or running water. Camp hosts were very nice, helpful, & welcoming.
Campgrounds near Taylor, Michigan offer diverse options for campers seeking outdoor recreation within an hour's drive of metro Detroit. The area features a mix of county and state parks with varying amenities and terrain across Oakland and Wayne Counties. Most campgrounds operate seasonally from April through October, with a few offering year-round access for both tent and RV camping.
**Kayaking and paddling: Sand Lake at Seven Lakes State Park features clear, clean water ideal for kayaking. "The water was breath taking - it's a small pond really, but great for kayaking. Crystal clear, clean water, a good public beach," notes one camper at Seven Lakes State Park Campground.
Hiking through historic sites: The trail system connects to remnants of local history. At Brighton Recreation Area, campers can access "extensive trail system that accommodates multiple user groups" with "a variety of terrain across the park's rolling landscape." A visitor notes the park offers "lots of trails for hiking and biking."
Disc golf courses: Several campgrounds maintain disc golf courses for all skill levels. A visitor to Addison Oaks County Park reports 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."
Private wooded sites: The secluded feeling of many campgrounds stands out to visitors. At Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, campers appreciate the natural screening. "Camp site was nice with blacktop pad and once parked felt very secluded and could barely see site past truck in parking spot. Great for getting away and seeing the night sky," reports one camper.
Swimming beaches: Many campgrounds feature lakes with designated swimming areas. At Bishop Lake Campground, visitors enjoy "Jump Island! It's connected but costs money. $15 for a 45 minute jump session. Follow on Facebook for coupons. You can also just swim at the lake- nice area with shade trees beach and nice lake water."
Clean facilities: Modern campgrounds maintain well-kept bathrooms and showers. A camper at Pontiac Lake Recreation Area noted, "The campground was full but quiet. The bathrooms and showers were nice and clean with hot water. The spots are all pretty private due to trees and vegetation."
Seasonal operation: Most campgrounds close during winter months. One camper at Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park reported, "I arrived for a 2 week stay in the area on 11/12. I discovered this campground was closed for the season."
Insect activity: Mosquitoes can be prevalent, particularly in rustic areas. A visitor to Brighton Recreation Area warned about the rustic camping area: "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."
Limited shade in some loops: Several campgrounds have sections with minimal tree cover. One camper observed of Seven Lakes State Park: "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."
Water recreation options: Several parks offer equipment rentals for water activities. A visitor to Hell Creek Ranch & Campground shared, "What started as a little get away turned into not wanting to leave! A swimming pool and playground with basketball court to keep my kids entertained and clean facilities convinced me I had made the right choice."
Scheduled activities: Some parks organize family-friendly events throughout camping season. At Addison Oaks County Park, one camper noted they "stayed in area A in a water/electric site. It was a Boo Fest weekend. Lots of socially distanced activities for the kids and a scavenger hunt (finding clues on signs in park to solve a mystery)."
Playground access: Several campgrounds maintain play structures for children. A Seven Lakes visitor shared, "Seven Lakes has a great hike that takes you all around the lake, as well as smaller loops. You can find challenging hikes or an easy path." Another camper noted the "large playground."
Extension cord needs: Electric hookups can be far from parking pads at some sites. A visitor to Seven Lakes State Park advised: "Depending where you set up your rig, you may need an extra long extension cord."
Leveling considerations: Some campgrounds feature uneven terrain. One RVer noted about Brighton Recreation Area: "Our site wasn't level, so we were rolling around a bit." Another camper at Seven Lakes mentioned, "Sites tend to slope towards Sand Lake so have leveling blocks if that's important to you."
Full hookup availability: Options vary across campgrounds. At Wayne County Fairgrounds RV Park, "They offer 50 amp full hook-up sites, 50 amp/water, and 30 amp/water sites with pull-thru and back-in options. There is a dump station located in the middle of the park which is easy to get to."
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